Teany Book: Stories, Food, Romance, Cartoons and, of Course, Tea

by Moby, Kelly Tisdale

From the ninety-three teas on offer to the tempeh turkey club, Teany’s mix of delicious vegetarian and vegan cuisine with a mellow atmosphere has made it a hit with the Lower East Side denizens who make it a habit to attend Teany’s casual afternoon tea (cucumber sandwiches anyone?). Since opening in 2002, internationally acclaimed musician Moby and his partner Kelly Tisdale have made Teany a home base for all things Moby—a hipster hangout, chic contemporary tea shop, and host to political and charity events.

With Teany Book, Moby and Kelly distill Teany into an idiosyncratic yet functional gift book that will teach the art of making Teany’s special lavender iced tea and creating nosh-worthy vegan lunches that even carnivores will enjoy, while also functioning as a popular history of the Lower East Side. In addition to instructions on how to become a true tea connoisseur and vegan chef du jour, Teany Book includes witty vignettes on Teany’s history, anecdotes from Moby and Kelly, and tea-based health and beauty tips, such as how to cure a hangover with green tea. At once a unique glance at the culture of downtown New York and a quirky cookbook highlighting a nutritious and beneficial diet, Teany Book is a perfect purchase for tea fans, foodies, and hipsters alike.

Genres: Cookbooks, Food, Vegan, Nonfiction, Tea, Vegetarian, Reference

176 pages, Paperback

First published March 24, 2005

About the author

Richard Melville Hall, better known by his stage name Moby, is an American DJ, singer-songwriter, and musician.

He sings and plays keyboard, guitar, bass guitar and drums. Moby became a successful artist on the ambient electronica scene, and achieved eight top 40 singles in the UK during the 1990s. In 1999 he released the album Play, a mix of melancholic chill-out, ambient music, and upbeat electronica, that was critically acclaimed and produced an impressive eight hit singles (including his most popular songs "Porcelain", "Natural Blues" and "Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad?"). Play became a commercial and cultural phenomenon, selling over 10 million copies worldwide (the best-selling electronica album ever) and with its eighteen songs receiving an unprecedented licensing in films, television and commercial advertisements.

His follow-up album, 18 (2002) was also successful, receiving positive to mixed response. His next offer, the mostly upbeat Hotel (2005) received lukewarm reviews and poor sales in general. Moby released his most recent albums, Last Night (2008) and Wait for Me (2009), finding good reviews and moderate sales. AllMusic considers Moby "one of the most important dance music figures of the early '90s, helping bring the music to a mainstream audience both in the UK and in America."

Reviews

[Lisa Vegan · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was slightly disappointed by this book. Thought that there would be even more about tea and that I’d find the recipes and background information more interesting. But, some recipes such as those in the middle eastern plate, the French toast with plum syrup, and the chocolate and green tea pudding look delicious. Some good recipes also for personal care products. And I think my favorite tip was how to easily and healthfully decaffeinate tea! And I’d like to try the rose petal foot soak. But mostly, would love to get to New York and hit all the vegan restaurants, including this one.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Moby is a creative musician, artist, and business entrepreneur, and he and Kelly share a refreshing response to tea.

[Jenny (Reading Envy) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not just a recipe book, this book chronicles the development of the tea house in the "lower east side" of NYC since the immigrants started arriving; also some good vegan teatime recipes, tea lore, tea natural cures, and fun stories and illustrations. Basically this was $2 at a bookstore closing sale and there was no way it wasn't coming home with me!

[Jess · Rating 4 out of 5]

Look man, you know how even Moby's aware he's annoying? That self awareness shows up in the book, so even as you headshake while reading, you're OK with it.

I'm the purchase of vegan butter away from trying some of his recipes. More later on how that goes.

[melissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Moby is so cute and tiny! I also learned from this book that if you use a tea bag twice, on the second time it will brew decaf! Genius!

[Lori]

Thank you for the book, Matt!

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stories, food, romance, cartoons, and, of course, tea. Moby and Kelly Tisdale's restaurant in NYC...Teany.

[Ashley Howard · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have used several of the recipes in the book and have created playlists for the ideas given in the book.
Quick, fun little book.

[Alex · Rating 4 out of 5]

So much more than a "cookbook". Lots of delicious ideas, as well as cartoons, stories, photos, etc. A total whim buy, but I don't regret it. Good for a peruse over, what else? A hot cup of tea.

[Michael Potter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Funny. Delicious.

[Maria Serafini · Rating 4 out of 5]

ricette vegan insieme a racconti di vita, ho preso qualche spunto ma certe cose sono troppo "estreme" per me!