Punctual Picks #3

For this third Punctual Picks, I share my latest discoveries. Indulgence, reading and sharing: here is what crossed my path…

Tea Time Magazine

As its name suggests, Tea Time Magazine is a bimonthly devoted to tea, afternoon tea and everything around it. As the magazine is not available in Switzerland, I regularly browse its website. I learn a great deal there about tea and its traditions around the world. I also enjoy the many recipes shared in the magazine and on its social networks.

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Twinings Russian Earl Grey

Anyone who knows me knows I am a big tea drinker. I admit, I do not really distinguish between small tea shops (in French) and the big international houses. I love the Twinings brand, which offers a varied range of indulgent teas. A former colleague recommended the Russian Earl Grey to me. Since then, there has always been a packet in my tea cupboard. I prefer it to classic Earl Grey, as the bergamot is more pronounced. It comes in tea bags or loose leaf, in a tin.

Walker’s Shortbreads

Tea naturally calls for a sweet treat. Here again, the Walker’s brand has made itself at home in my cupboards for many years. These biscuits are made in Scotland, in Aberlour, in the heart of the Highlands. I have tried several other shortbread brands, but none lives up to these Scottish treats. While shortbread remains my favourite biscuit, the brand offers other equally indulgent sweets. Let’s be clear: however delicious they are, nothing beats homemade biscuits, in the warmth of your own kitchen.

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Photo credits: Walkers US Facebook page

Mapstr

Loyal readers may have noticed: there is a map on the blog’s home page. Created with the Mapstr app, it lists many of the addresses found along my way. The app is free and gathers all your favourite places on a single map. You can also follow other users to discover lots of great addresses. I check my friends’ maps almost every day, hoping to find a nice spot.

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Lindt Home of Chocolate

When it comes to Swiss traditions, I admit I fit the clichés: yes, I love fondue, and yes, I love chocolate. I have already visited several museums devoted to this treat. During a day near Zurich, I therefore stopped at the Lindt Home of Chocolate in Kilchberg. This minimalist museum offers a playful immersion in the brand’s world. My favourites: the hot chocolate at the end of the visit and the Lindor tasting. The place also offers exclusive Lindor, only available on site.

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