CONTEMPORARY TEA TRADITIONS

Foodies have flocked to Chelsea since the city set aside two acres in 1884 to establish a food market called the Gansevoort Market named for a Revolutionary War hero. This tour begins in the Chelsea Market building, a former Nabisco cookie factory, located in the trendy Meat Packing District, now home to the Food Network. We’ll sample a sweet or savory scone while we visit dozens of gourmet grocers, bakeries, and a gift basket shop stocked with loose tea, tea pots, epicurean honey, artisanal cheeses, shortbread, jams and the best NYC-themed souvenirs.

Then it’s on to a sky-high café with stunning Hudson River views where you may shop for Mariage Frères teas and books. Our afternoon ends with a three-course, full afternoon tea at a serene, sunlit space graced with original paintings and a baby grand piano. The menu, which changes weekly, offers over 100 types of loose tea and mostly organic food, served in dainty mis-matched china on a table draped with a floor-length damask cloth.

MEET:
Locations will vary depending upon the size of your group and day of the week. You will be given the destination when you book your group's reservation.

COST:
The cost per person, minimum 6 people, maximum 12 people, is $110. The fee includes a full afternoon tea, tastings which will include a scone, tea and/or chocolate, cookie or other sweet or savory.

What if I don’t have a group of 6?
Fee minimums apply for smaller groups or private tours. We often combine several smaller groups. Please contact us to discuss dates and availability.