Chimps Tea Party Blog

*Disclosure - I get a tiny commission for purchases made through the links in this post, but I was already a regular customer who recommended this tea all the time! Bird & Blend Tea Co is an ethical, independent, B-Corp Certified company, and their tea bags are plastic free. I would only recommend companies that align with my values.*   I love Rooibos tea (pronounced Roy-boss). It is a red herbal tea made from the fermented leaves of a plant native to South Africa, the Aspalathus linearis shrub. Having started drinking it mainly because it's naturally caffeine free, I now...

As we get nearer to Halloween, I want to fit in as many spooky movie nights as possible. We have set up our little projector and a fabric screen hooked into the archway between our living room and dining room. For any good movie night, snacks are required. So i thought I’d search Pinterest for some Halloween themed food inspiration and have a go at making some silly foods. Deranged doughnut I have seen lots of versions of this scary donut and couldn’t wait to try it myself. But for some reason, everywhere had sold out of ring donuts! So...

My top tips for an Easter breakfast to make the long weekend a bit more special. Hopefully it inspires you to have your own! Decorate the table   I've decorated this table with the tablecloth and table runner from my spring range to add instant colour and impact. See my range of table linens here. Bunches of daffodils are everywhere at this time of year and look great in milk bottles or vintage vases. This fun daisy bottle was from this etsy seller. I love to use anything yellow, including the little vintage chick egg cup, which I've filled with chocolate eggs. Primulas potted...

As the weather gets warmer, I want to get outside as much as possible.  Eating in the garden or on a picnic is such a treat.  And it just happens to be National Picnic Week!  So I've put together some ideas for an afternoon tea style picnic, combining 2 of my favourite meals. Pick the perfect spot You want to choose somewhere a bit secluded with a nice view.  Think about whether you want to have a walk before you stop, or if you'd rather have a short trip straight to the picnic.  A tree to lean against or give...