Sara Perry

These bite-sized gems make a divine pop-in-your-mouth snack alongside a robust cup of strong black tea.

Many teas and herbs you savor as beverages can transform your daily beauty routine into a refreshing interlude. Here are three blends made almost entirely from tea, kitchen herbs, and pantry spices. Each blend has a suggested essential oil that will intensify the fragrance.

These crispy, lighter-than-air popovers make an elegant afternoon treat spread with butter and homemade jam and served with your favorite Assam or Lapsang Souchong blend. It's crucial to follow the recipe, making sure that all ingredients are at room temperature. While a popover pan may seem an extravagance, the depth of the cups creates a dramatic presentation. You can use deep ironstone custard cups, but avoid using muffin tins.

Juniper berries add a wintery, almost piney flavor. They're available in the spice section of many supermarkets and online from deandeluca.com.