Tea Atelier

Nine years ago, we opened our doors in a tiny West Village space with a simple goal: creating a peaceful haven for New Yorkers to pause and find moments of tranquility. Today, as we celebrate this milestone, we're taking a stroll through the charming streets of Greenwich Village – from our cozy original home to our bright new space in the East Village.

Welcome to our 2024 sourcing digest. This is a compilation of mini journals from this year's trip to Taiwan. Brew a cup, set aside some time, and pretend you are visiting the tea farms with us!

Since ancient times, tea has always been the glue that holds communities together. Whether it's brand collaboration, private tearoom event or large conference tasting, let us help you put together a fun and meaningful event through tea.

A collaboration with the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts team at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, as they spill the tea on its lasting historical and cultural effect in the context of porcelain.

Happy Lunar New Year! Start your Lunar New Year celebration by getting to know 2024's zodiac animal, the confident and ambitious Dragon

Simple and effective steps to transform Hachiya persimmons into sweet and delicious treats. From choosing the right variety to the drying process, our 'persimmon compass' offers insights and step-by-step instructions.

Goodbye 2023! Here are the highlights and most memorable moments in 2023.

White Peony is a flower, but it is also a sweet yet soothing tea with a naturally delicate flavor and soft mouthfeel. White teas are as close as possible to a freshly plucked tea leaf, as they are minimally processed and lightly oxidized. 

When we talk about 'gourmet tea,' it's essential to recognize that while the term is often associated with high quality, it's also a powerful marketing tool. This doesn't diminish the value of the so-called ‘gourmet tea’ but reminds tea enthusiasts to explore and understand what lies behind this label.

Tannins in tea affect color, flavor, and astringency. Find their benefits, how brewing time and temperature influence tannin levels, and the variations across different types of tea.

Just as spices lose their punch and oils can spoil, different types of tea also have varying shelf lives. Though not a health risk, expired tea loses its flavor and aroma.