I discovered a wonderful tea shop during a recent trip to Chicago, and this weekend I visited a local location. It’s called Teavana which means “a heaven of tea”. I was really impressed with how knowledgeable their tea people are. I love that I can sample a few teas each visit. And I appreciate how their flyer & website educate on how the different teas (white, green, black, oolong) are made, what temperature & how long to steep each tea, and the health benefits of each tea.
I’m not quite a tea snob, but I love learning more of the intricacies of tea. I got a book last birthday from my husband called The Harney & Sons Guide to Tea. It’s full of great information, but lacks exciting pictures. Does anyone have any other tea companies or books you recommend? I think I’ll have a tea tasting party this winter!
I need to check out this Teavana place, I think.
No books here, but I have to say that the “Hot Cinnamon Spice” from Harney & Sons might be my favorite tea–with the addition of a teaspoon of local honey, that is. It’s the one tea that *might* be able to replace coffee if I ever decide I want to get over that addiction…
My sisters love Teavana! I love what I’ve had but I’m more of a coffee girl — However, I’d love to come to a tea tasting party if you had it the first week of January when we’re in town. Just a thought.