I am going to have to say that I feel really stupid for not having written about Hooker Tea, until now. I really enjoy this place, and only wish that I was able to make it there more often. This is THE coolest tea place there is, I have to say. They have only been around for a couple of years, but from the first time we went there, we have all been hooked, including my son.
This is another nice little spot located in downtown St Petersburg on Beach Drive. When you walk in the door, you step into a relaxing environment. On the wall is a bewildering array of teas, but don't worry because someone will give you a helping hand. The teas are arranged and there are black, green, herbal teas, etc. There are traditional teas and interesting blends of tea. I am normally a traditional girl, as far as my tea goes, but once and awhile I try something new. I have had a tea blended with oranges and spices, a coffee flavored tea, and my son is in love with the kyoto cherry green tea. It is nice because you can smell the loose leaf tea before they prepare it to see if it is something you might like to try. Also, you can order your tea hot or iced. No matter what tea I order, it is always good. By the way, no tea bags here. It is all loose leaf tea that is brewed in front of you.
I need to give special recognition to the owners, Kendra Rodriguez and Shawn Hooker. They always take the time to talk to their customers when they come in the store and they don't try to rush you out the door. I love to support local businesses, and this is an example of small business at its best. I do need to warn you that once you try their tea, you won't like to get your tea anywhere else.
The Hooker Tea Company
300 Beach Drive NE #124
St Petersburg, FL 33701
727-894-4832
2 comments:
I love this place!!
This is an amazing place to sit, relax, and play a game with your friends. It is also a wonderful place to go and study or catch up on some school work.
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