Upcoming Events
WEDNESDAY · SEPTEMBER 15th 2010 · 7PM · TEA 101 TEA CUPPING
We will be answering all the basic questions that people may have on tea: where tea comes from, how it's made, et cetera, along with tastings of 5-6 different teas. Small scones will also be served. Hurry up and reserve your spot as space is limited. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the Tea Room or over the phone at 314.241.6556. See you there!
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WEDNESDAY · JULY 28th 2010 · 7PM · GOING GREEN TEA CUPPING
We will be sampling several different green teas and discuss such lofty matters as Just what is green tea? / What are its health benefits? / Why does it have to be so greeeeen? and other such questions, answers and super-important information related to green tea. We will also offer 10% off tea sales that evening. Reservations are required. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the Tea Room or over the phone at 314.241.6556. See you there!
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SUNDAY FEBRUARY 14th 2010 1-4PM - VALENTINE'S DAY AT THE TEA ROOM
Be Our Valentine! You are invited to bring your Loved One to Afternoon Tea on Valentine’s Day, where from 1 to 4 PM your sweet nothings will be enhanced by a live string duet playing romantic classics. Only $40 per couple - a small price to pay for makin’ whoopee. Reservations required as this is a limited availability kind of thing. Call us at 314.241.6556 or email info@thelondontearoom.com to stake your claim. If you refuse to spend Valentine's Day with Us, please be aware that we will stalk you.
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EVERY 2ND SATURDAY - THE LONDON TEA ROOM ORCHESTRA!
Nothing coud be better than spending a Saturday afternoon sipping tea here at 1520 Washington Avenue. Except sipping tea whilst being serenaded by a live string duet, which is what happens every 2nd Saturday of each month, from 11 AM to 3 PM. What could be better than spending a Saturday afternoon sipping tea at 1520 Washington Avenue whilst being serenaded by a live string duet? Punch Dancing.
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WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28th 2009 7PM - TEA CUPPING
In this cupping we will be sampling five different teas. The theme is "Tea type or taste, How do you choose?" Guests will go home with a small "tea (goodie) bag." Email for more information, call or come in for tickets. Spaces are limited to 25 so make your reservations soon! Tickets are $10.
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We are sorry to say that Knitting & Tea has been canceled. Rumours that a knitter was killed by exhaustion after attempting the below Dr. Who scarf are just that: rumours.
{ In all seriousness, it is due merely to some very boring administrative and scheduling reasons. }
JANUARY 14 · FEBRUARY 18 · MARCH 18 - MORE KNITTING! MORE TEA!
Come and enjoy a cozy, relaxing evening of knitting, socializing, tea and scones at The London Tea Room from 4pm to 7pm.
Thi Miller of Knitty Couture will be on hand to guide you in your knitting endeavors. Stop by Knitty Couture in the Loop to buy your yarn & needles, then come here ready to knit, socialize and relax!
First one to complete Dr. Who's scarf (Tom Baker Edition) gets a free cuppa as well as a strange sense of pride.
We look forward to seeing our regulars and hope to see some new faces as well!
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OCTOBER 29 · NOVEMBER 19 · DECEMBER 17 '08 - KNITTING & TEA GATHERINGS
Father Christmas may have to skimp a bit this year so why not start hand-making your own gifts now and have a bit of fun in the process?
Come and enjoy a cozy, relaxing evening of knitting, socializing, tea and scones at The London Tea Room from 4pm to 7pm.
Thi Miller of Knitty Couture will be on hand to guide you in your knitting endeavors. Stop by Knitty Couture in the Loop to buy your yarn & needles, then come here ready to knit, socialize and relax!
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NOVEMBER 5th 2008 - TEA 101 & AN INTRODUCTION TO THE NEW TEAS ON OUR MENU
Happy Guy Fawkes Day!
"Remember remember the fifth of November
Gunpowder, treason and plot.
I see no reason why gunpowder, treason
Should ever be forgot..."
You should also remember, remember the fifth of November because that's when our next tea cupping is.
You may try our latest teas without attending this cupping but mild hysteria and vertigo may occur. Consider yourself warned.
Tickets are $6.00 USD and available here in the tea room or by phone (314.241.6556)
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WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 24TH 2008 4PM-7-PM - KNITTING AND TEA
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THURSDAY AUGUST 21st 2008 7PM - BRITISH TEA CUPPING (GREEDY KINGS & SMUGGLERS!)
In this cupping we will be sampling teas that have been and currently are popular in Britain while touching on topics like tea smuggling, greedy kings, The East India Co, tea clippers,The Boston Tea Party and high tea. Scones and jam will be served. Email for more information, call or come in for tickets. Spaces are limited so make your reservations soon! Tickets are $10.
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THURSDAY AUGUST 14th 2008 12PM-2PM - RISHI TEA SAMPLING
Scott from Rishi Tea will be coming down from Minneapolis and brewing up a storm. Drop by and sample the new and finest from Rishi's new 2008 crop. Many fair trade & organic teas for which Rishi is known.