”Taking tea” is a custom in Ireland where folks enjoy tea, scones and light sandwiches while relaxing with family and friends. At the upcoming traditional Irish tea on Sunday, Feb. 6, Chicopee colleen ...

A few years ago, my neighbors organized a St. Patrick's Day tea. They served all sorts of Irish goodies: tea cakes, shortbread, soda bread, scones. It was a tame celebration, but a tasty one. This ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) — The contestants for this year’s Chicopee Colleen Contest gathered together for a traditional “Irish Tea” Sunday afternoon. The event was held at the Chicopee Portuguese ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – For the first time in Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade history there will be two Colleens and their courts representing the Chicopee Parade Committee due to the cancellation of ...

While the history of tea's origin is riddled with legend, it's important to understand the differences between tea varieties. While black tea may seem like it is all the same, there are subtle flavor ...