All tea service is by reservation only. We currently offer a Cream Tea option served on vintage China with table linens and bottomless tea:
Please email or call to request current prices. 207.761.8041 or e-mail for details.
Hosting a tea party can be a casual event, or can be very formal.
The most important aspect of having tea is that it should be a relaxing and pleasant social interlude with wonderful tea, well prepared, accompanied by tasty treats, whether they be toast and jam or an elaborate spread of fancy savories and sweets. We will explore some ideas for tea party themes, foods and tea accompaniments, along with table settings, serving pieces, and seating of guests.
Dates and cost: TBA. Contact if interested.
An introduction to the history of tea, the basic types of tea, and their growing and processing. We will learn how professionals perform tea tasting, and will taste the basic types ourselves. Afterward, we will enjoy pots of tea of your choice along with simple treats to accompany them. Please call or e-mail to reserve your space.
You can also arrange a Tea 101 class for your own group of three or more participants at an agreed upon time.
Cost: $20.00 per person
Green Teas
Taste a variety of green teas to compare brands of the same tea, or varieties of green tea from different countries. At least three different teas will be tasted.
Dates and cost: TBA. Contact if interested.
Oolong Teas
Taste a variety of oolong teas to begin to understand the subtle differences in taste depending on amount of oxidation and other handling of the leaf.
Other topics considered upon request!
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"Drink your tea slowly and reverently, as if it is the axis on which the world earth revolves - slowly, evenly, without rushing toward the future."
Thich Nhat Hanh
“Your source for all things tea” Established in December, 2003 • Listed in DestinationTea.com: Maine Afternoon Tea Venues
5 Industry Rd Suite 1 A, South Portland, ME 04106