When Deborah Simmerman is not keeping everything running smoothly in the Art Education office, she may be found sipping tea in her tranquil “urban cottage” in Jamaica Plain. Jane Dornbusch, from The Boston Globe, visited Deborah for formal tea recently and shared her experience in a wonderful article. In it, Deborah also shares her recipe for authentic scones.

Anyone whose had the pleasure of visiting Deborah at home, or even paused for a spot of tea with her in the Art Ed office, understands when she says “I’ve introduced all my friends to afternoon tea. I find that conversation never goes better than at tea; it provides a time and space to forget the passing of time.’’

During this snowy week, take a moment to read the article and be transported to a place where the pace moves a bit slower and it’s always time for tea. – Eleanor Ramsay

Jane Dornbusch’s article in The Globe: Tea and creativity in an ‘urban cottage’

Deborah’s Blog: Deborah’s House of Many Colors
Photo by Deborah Simmerman, from her blog.