The bestselling An Invitation to Tea (more than 80,000 copies sold) by beloved author Emilie Barnes and celebrated artist Sandy Clough has a fresh look and a new hardcover format sure to please longtime tea lovers and those new to the pleasures and benefits of gathering over the warmth and aroma of tea. Alongside new paintings from Sandy are the treasures that made this a favorite from the start: delicious recipes for desserts, meals, and tea brews to delight all palates inspirational quotes and verses honoring good friends, conversations, and traditions hospitality ideas for special holidays or simple get-togethers Classy and classic, this is a refreshing gift for girlfriends, moms, grandmothers, teachers, or the hostess of a party.