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Book Review and Giveaway~ The Queen is Coming to Tea!

It’s no secret Lindsay’s Tea Party is a fan of tea related reading. Out now, is this adorable new book titled, “The Queen is Coming to Tea” by Author: Linda Ravin Lodding and Illustrator: Constranze von Kitzing

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ISBN: 9781492607571; $16.99; Hardcover

 

Here’s a summary of this fabulous children’s book available now:

Can Ellie and her furry friends get everything ready in time for tea with the Queen?

One day there was a knock at Ellie’s door. There stood the Queen’s Footman.

“A message from Her Royal Highness.” He offered Ellie a note on a silver tray.

May I please come for tea?

Sincerely yours,

The Queen Herself

When Ellie finds out the Queen is coming to tea, she snaps to attention! With her best friend, Langley the Elephant, Ellie travels to Paris, China, Italy, and New York to make sure they have everything they need for tea with the Queen. But will the Queen patiently wait? And what exactly will be waiting for the Queen?

About the Author and Illustrator:

LINDA LODDING is originally from New York, but has spent the past fifteen years in Austria, the Netherlands, and now lives in Sigtuna, Sweden. Visit her at www.lindalodding.com.

 

After finishing her studies, CONSTANZE VON KITZING worked in the cover department at Der Spiegel. She now works as a freelance illustrator, teaches, and runs an art shop in Cologne, Germany, where she lives with her family.

Here is a fun tea recipe just for you:

Peach Mango White Iced Tea Recipe

 

Ingredients:

4 Cups Water

3 White Tea Bags

1 Peach

½ Cup Chopped Frozen Mango

1 tbsp sugar plus Sugar to Taste

 

Instructions:

Boil the 6 cups of water; remove from heat

Steep the tea bags about 5 minutes; remove bags and allow tea to cool to room temperature

Add chopped peaches and mango to a mixing bowl and mix with sugar; let fruit soften

Place fruit in pitcher and pour cooled tea on top; add sugar to taste and stir

Chill and serve

Now LTP has a couple special giveaways just for our lucky readers! Enter here to win this book and coordinating tea set! (one prize per winner/while supplies last/no purchase necessary).

 

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As the Editor of LTP, I participate in review opportunities and I then share as I see fit. All opinions expressed are that of Lindsay’s Tea Party and are honest and reflect my actual experiences. I would like to extend a special thank you to Tidyliving.com for the opportunity to share some of their organization storage options with Lindsay’s Tea Party (LTP) readers. ~This is a sponsored post.

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Disney on Ice San Diego Family Fourpack Ticket Giveaway!~

From Wheels to Waves & Icy Wonderlands to Infinity and Beyond!

DISNEY ON ICE presents WORLDS OF ENCHANTMENT

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**By Popular Demand, Featuring Magical Moments From

#1 Animated Movie of all Time, Frozen**

[San Diego, Calif.] – Rev up for non-stop family fun with four of your favorite Disney stories when Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment comes to San Diego!  This action-packed ice spectacular showcases beloved characters from Disney•Pixar’s Cars, Toy Story 3, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, plus the enchantingAcademy Award®-winning Frozen.  Produced by Feld Entertainment,Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment is performing fromJanuary 26-29 at the Valley View Casino Center.

 

Thrill to high-speed stunts and high-octane fun, as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney•Pixar’s Cars race across the ice.  Dive into adventure with Ariel from Disney’s The Little Mermaid, as she explores her undersea kingdom.  The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the Disney•Pixar Toy Story gang escape Sunnyside Daycare in a daring adventure to get back to Andy’s room.  Plus, enter the wintery world of Arendelle with sisters Anna and Elsa and pals Olaf and Kristoff from Disney’s Frozenas they learn that true love comes from within.

 

Plus, get warmed up for the show right in your seats with exclusive dance moves taught by the mouse that started it all during Mickey’s Dance-Along Pre-Show Party, as the Disney On Ice skating athletes remind everyone that getting active can help you be your best!  Then you’ll be ready to enter a dazzling world of Disney magic to see some of your family’s favorite Disney moments come to life in Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment, with dazzling skating, special effects and timeless characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

 
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WHEN:           January 26 – 29, 2017

Thursday, January 26           7:00 PM

Friday, January 27                  7:00 PM

Saturday, January 28             11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, January 29                1:00 PM & 5:00 PM

 

WHERE:             Valley View Casino Center – 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego, CA 92110

 

TICKETS:          Tickets start at just $15!

 

All seats are reserved; tickets are available for purchase online at AXS.com, charge by phone at 888-9AXS-TIX or visit the Valley View Casino Center Box Office.
*tickets prices are subject to change; additional venue/ticketing fees may apply

 

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Christmas Tea at the Grand Tea Room~ & Giveaway!

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The Christmas season is upon us and before we know it we will all be ringing in the New Year! Whew! But not yet! First, we must savor what Lindsay’s Tea Party considers to be the most magical time of year… Christmas!

As the cooler temperatures roll in, so does the desire to cozy up with your family and friends with a warm cuppa. I can’t think of a better time of year to break from the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping and gather for some tea and fellowship.

This year LTP will be having it’s Annual Christmas Tea Party at the lovely Grand Tea Room in Escondido, CA. What a lovely place this is for groups both big and small to gather during the most wonderful time of year.
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From the moment you walk into the Grand Tea Room, you sense the feeling of British royalty or dining with the elite from Downton Abbey. Crystal chandeliers hang from the ceiling, bright white mouldings line the walls and waitresses wearing black clothing with crisp white aprons carrying beautiful English china cups and teapots from table to table. IMG_3291

The mood is tranquil, the background is upbeat classical, the room is clean and organized yet still gives you a sense of warmth and  comfort and allows you to feel the grace and sense the warmth that surrounds you.

The afternoon tea portions are plentiful and the courses are all quite good. IMG_3299  IMG_3308One may dress up for the tea or the Tea Room does have a variety of hats to wear upon arrival as well.

Now is your chance to make your own Christmas memory with a friend or family member this holiday season.  Enter the contest below this post and tell us what is your favorite type of Christmas Tea! For extra entries be sure to LIKE our pages on social media. (Mandatory Entry is to comment to blog post) Contest begins December 5th, 2016 and ends December 19th 2016! Winner will be notified via private email. If not claimed within 48 hrs a new winner will be chosen. Certificate will be mailed via regular USPS.

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As the Editor of LTP, I participate in review opportunities and I then share as I see fit. All opinions expressed are that of Lindsay’s Tea Party and are honest and reflect my actual experiences. I would like to extend a special thank you to the Grand Tea Room for the opportunity to share our holiday season of afternoon tea with Lindsay’s Tea Party (LTP) readers. ~This is not a sponsored post. 

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Celebrate Summer Fun at the 2016 San Diego International Boat Show®

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June 16-19, 2016

SAN DIEGO, CA (May 17, 2016) – The San Diego International Boat Show® cruises into Harbor Island June 16-19 for four days of fun on the water. Grab the entire family to celebrate Father’s Day weekend on San Diego Bay. Whether you are a seasoned sailor, world-class cruiser or just love a fun day on the water, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the boat show.

The San Diego International Boat Show® is under new ownership. Duncan McIntosh Company, Inc. acquired the show this Spring. They are the co-producers of the Fred Hall Show at Del Mar as well as four other boat shows on the West Coast. An industry leader since 1979, Duncan McIntosh is also the publisher of Sea Magazine, The Log, Boating World and Editor & Publisher and OC Weekly.  CHzoYvwUMAEtnQT (1)

The San Diego International Boat Show is expanding. The in-water display area will increase by 120-feet bringing in 50 more boats to this year’s show. Many more features are in the works to make this year’s summer boat show bigger and better than ever. As the region’s premier summer boating event, the 2016 boat show provides attendees an all-access pass to discover the boating lifestyle and a chance to shop the newest boats and marine accessories. More than 200 vessels, from entry-level family cruisers and personal watercraft, to sailboats and luxury superyachts, will be docked in the marina and parked on land for visitors to browse, board and buy.

The boat show also offers visitors of all ages the chance to get their feet wet with a variety of activities including stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and kayaking. Boaters can sharpen their skills at workshops and seminars presented by experts, educators, and adventurers. A variety of good eats from the area’s most popular food trucks, a floating Tiki Bar, Anchors & Ales Beer Garden and live entertainment will make the boat show an ideal place to shop, tour, learn, and relax with friends and family. What is more San Diego then being on the water in America’s Finest City?

Show Details:

When:                              Thursday through Sunday, June 16-19, 2016

Thursday, June 16 and Friday, June 17 – Noon to 7 p.m.

Saturday, June 18 – 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Sunday, June 19 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Happy Father’s Day!)

 

Where:                            Spanish Landing Park, East

(off of N. Harbor Drive directly across from the airport)

3900 N. Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

 

Admission:                     $15 – Adults (16 years & older)

FREE – Children (12 years & under)

FREE with proper ID – Active military personnel, Fire and Police

 

Online/Social Media: Visit www.SanDiegoInternationalBoatShow.com; Facebook, Twitter and Instagram – #SDBoatShow

 

Media Contact:             Preview photos, interviews and additional information are available upon request by contacting c3 Communications, Inc. at joice@c3publicrelations.com or by calling 858-794-6974.

 

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