Jane Pettigrew BEM, has worked as a writer and educator for over 35 years and is tirelessly committed to sharing her knowledge of tea and improving the standards of tea service. She has taught tea masterclasses all over the world, has been the go-to voice of tea on countless radio and tv interviews and has written 17 books on tea.
The program of Academy Extras brings Jane’s extensive network to the UKTA – offering a platform for tea producers and others who want to share tea learning.
In 2014 she was voted Best Tea Educator at World Tea Awards, World Tea Expo, and in January 2016 was awarded the British Empire Medal for services to Tea Production and Tea History in the UK’s New Year Honours list.
Jane’s book, Jane Pettigrew’s World of Tea was awarded Best New Product (Publications and Books category) at World Tea Expo 2018 and Best Tea Publication at World Tea Awards, World Tea Expo 2019.