Tea Room is the gathering of seasonal presents: natural and man-made.
Summer 2016
Seasonal Presents: Natural
Summer is sensed through the Blue sky with the brightness of the sun.
In the beginning of Summer, the trees are covered by the deep Green leaves.
The leaves of the Japanese Maple shine under the Blue sky.
They are the present from nature.
Japanese Maple
The Dogwood (Flowering Dogwood) has beautiful flowers which are brought by Spring. The flowers are still seen in early Summer. The White color gives a refreshing sense, especially after the rain.
Dogwood Mamurogawa Yamagata
The coffee plant brought many berries this Summer.
It is precious to have coffee berries in California.
They are the gift of nature.
Coffee Berries
The Japanese Maple tree brought flowers.
They appear as dancing with the wind under the Blue sky.
It is a delightful view as a gift from nature.
Japanese Maple
The Yellow flowers delightfully appear on the path and they catch hikers’ eyes.
The dry surroundings emphasize the Yellow color of the flowers.
Nature has brought the precious gift during dry Summer.
Yellow Wildflowers
Seasonal Presents: Man-made
Fresh fruits are a precious gift of nature.
In Summer, the Yellow Nectarine is brought by nature.
The baked Yellow Nectarine brings richness in color and taste.
The Yellow color and Orange color give a delightful sense not only to eyes, but also to mouth.
It has delightful flavor.
Baked Yellow Nectarine
The Green Drink brings a refreshed feeling in Summer.
It is not only a healthy drink, but also a delightful drink.
The ingredients are brought from nature as gifts.
Green Drink 1
Ingredients: Celery, Cucumber, and Lime
Green Drink 1
Green Drink 2
Ingredients: Kale and Apple (Gravenstein)
Green Drink 2
The Seasonal Present: Man-made is designed and made by the author.