HotPots
Teapots come in almost every shape imaginable, but most experts say the traditional Victorian British design makes the best tea. A bun shape allows tea leaves to swirl gently as you add hot water, maximizing aroma, color, and taste during infusion.
Sleek stainless steel proves that sophisticated doesn’t mean stuffy. Nio by Oliver Hemming ($85) available at Forty Five Ten, 4510 McKinney Ave. 214-559-4510. >>
<< Elegant isn’t always expensive. Andrea by Sadek Winterthur Honore Fruit teapot ($39.95) available at Inessa Stewart’s Antiques, 5201 W. Lovers Ln. 214-366-2660.
For traditional afternoon tea, you might want something old-fashioned and fabulous. Lady Carlyle by Royal Albert ($149.95) available at The Cultured Cup, 5346 Belt Line Rd. 972-960-1521. >>
<< The best way to keep tea hot is an airtight thermos. Columbus Thermus from Leifheit ($25) available at Yasemin Tea, 2632 Thomas Ave. 214-871-0253.