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"The Contemporary Tea Tradition Tour sounds wonderful... We had a wonderful time last year and hope to do a tour with you in the future."
— D. Kauffman
“… so enjoyable and very informative. We loved the different stores and the tea! We all want to schedule another tea tour.”
— D. Lerew, York, PA
“Thank you again for a beautiful experience in NYC! I can’t wait to come again and have a repeat performance! Everyone in our group thoroughly enjoyed learning about the tea traditions and the appreciation of tea …”
— Charlene Phillips
Founder & CEO, Tealightful Treasures®
www.tealightfultreasures.com/
“…my husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon. . . In addition to having an opportunity to learn about and experience tea....and the amazing traditions behind it.........we found that one of the greatest gifts of the day was your true "presence" with all of us on the tour. Although we had never met you before........we feel as though we spent the afternoon with a dear friend. Thank you for what you do....and the wonderful way you do it!” — Stacie Marentette
"We all had a wonderful time and are still talking about everything we did and learned. It was better than I could have imagined. We are ready to plan our next tour. Thanks again!
— Sue, Branford, CT
“I think my NY tea tour not only added to my tea knowledge, but re-energized my enthusiasm as a tea educator. It is a field where we are always learning and, truly, I think that's half the fun.”
— Barbara Gulley, Tea Etiquette Consultant, MI
“The tour was very informative, and has really jump started my creativity. Our little group was the perfect size and everyone was so lovely.”
— L.B., NYC
“I was so impressed with the hidden gems you introduced me to - our guests will love this tour.”
— T. R., NYC
“It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Elizabeth was such a delight - so warm, thoughtful, caring and knowledgeable! I am looking forward to returning to tour another area of the City and to enjoy tea with my new friend Elizabeth! I would highly recommend that you contact her to plan your group event!”
— Roxanne Batterden, Forest Hill, Maryland
"I travel a lot and stay away from guided tours. However, the NYC tea tour with Elizabeth was thoroughly enjoyable, informative, and delicious. She knows her subject and provides interesting historical facts, as well as current bits of fun trivia. The tour included an antique shop and a Parisian tea stop, culminating in a lovely afternoon tea in downtown. It was perfect." — Judith L., NJ
"Elizabeth Knight took us to China.....town, NYC. But, for all intent and purposes, we were escorted into the magic of China via Elizabeth's impressive knowledge of the food, tea and customs, not to mention the great places to shop and grab some excellent green tea ice cream along the way! She is thoroughly professional and completely warm and charming as she expertly guides us in the way of Tea and China! I highly recommend this tour to one and all.
— Cathy Smallwood, Cary, NC.
“What a wonderful way to spend the day! In the midst of the constant hustle of New York City, Elizabeth offers a relaxing, professional, informative and fun look at tea and its traditions. I discovered some great shops that I didn't know existed, and had a delicious afternoon tea with a terrific group of (new) friends. I highly recommend these tours for gifts, as a special event for a group, or simply as a way to expand your tastebuds!” — Evie T., Bergen County, NJ
“I took the English and French Traditions tour and was thoroughly impressed! New York has an abundance of tea related activities that we glided through with our incredibly knowledgeable guide Elizabeth Knight. Ending the day with afternoon tea was a wonderful way to conclude a memorable day. I would highly recommend this tour to the novice or expert sipper.” — Mary Carlomagno- Hoboken, NJ
The Tea in the City tour offers a rich history of cultures & customs and yet, at the same time, the next hip trend in the city. Elizabeth is a delight as she shares her knowledge and passion for this commodity. You do not have to be a serious tea lover to enjoy this!
— Albert H., New York City
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Leave Your Passport At Home!
New York Is The World In A Teacup
• Love tea?
• New to New York?
• Looking for something new to do?
• Planning a Mother-Daughter Day out, a weekend with old friends?
• Need to entertain a client?
• Celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or hosting a special event?
• Want to know where buy to quality tea, fine and vintage tea wares?
• Want to learn about the multi-cultural history of tea in New York?
Manhattan might have a cocktail named after it, but tea was the city’s first fashionable tipple. Tea In The City tours are a fun, fresh way for locals and tourists to explore New York. Tea aficionados will relish the opportunity to learn more about their favorite beverage while sipping and shopping.
Although an English-style afternoon tea is among the oldest of the city’s tea traditions, it is but one way to enjoy a fragrant cup. Today in the East Village neighborhood once home to Peter Stuyvesant’s farm, it is possible to sip Japanese matcha, Moroccan mint, Tibetan bocha, and Taiwanese bubble tea. Leave your passport at home; New York is the world in a teacup!
Join author and tea sommelier Elizabeth Knight for private seminars and guided walking tours of New York’s unique places to sip and shop. Learn about multi-cultural tea traditions, shop one-of-a-kind stores for tea wares, and sample bubble tea, chai, and green tea ice cream.
Fun and fascinating, entertaining and educational, all tours, classes and seminars are personally hosted by Elizabeth who has known and loved New York for over 20 years. A certified English tea master, Knight served as the tea sommelier at the city’s historic St. Regis Hotel. Her book, “Tea In The City: New York – A tea-lover’s guide to sipping and shopping in the city” was published by Benjamin Press, www.BenjaminPress.com, in Spring 2006.
By appointment only, JAPANESE TEA TOUR
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THE WORLD IN A TEACUP - ENGLISH, FRENCH
AND ASIAN TRADITIONS
By reservation only. Contact Elizabeth to discuss desired dates and availability.
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HARNEY'S TEA TOUR
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“I liked the intimate size of the tour and the way Elizabeth encourages interaction by asking each of to share our tea experiences.” — L.R.
TOUR EVALUTIONS
“…Thought I knew New York well, but I was very pleased to be introduced to new places, both hidden gems and place right under my nose. I also appreciate tea in new way, thanks to Elizabeth’s information and insights.” — J. B.
Especially liked:
“ … The diversity of experiences under the umbrellas of tea….the group bonded and there was a feeling of acceptance and lots of wonderful stories… — P. D.
“…great balance of information, history, and tasting!” — M.C.
“Relaxed, congenial atmosphere.” — Anonymous
“Elizabeth’s personal approach.” — L.B.
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