The Cozy Tea Cart

Lecture

Tea Flavor Journey – Exploring Green Tea

Explore green teas from China, Japan, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. Compare processing styles and uncover the fresh, vegetal, and nuanced characteristics of each. Learn about the process of ‘fixation’ or more commonly known as ‘kill-green’ during the traditional pan-firing process.

Thursday
5/21/2026

Sip & Savor

Flight of Tea

Indulge in a curated tasting experience featuring a sampling of four exceptional teas, each thoughtfully paired with a sampling of four local sweets and savories, selected to enhance and balance each flavor. Served for you to enjoy independently, this experience invites you to slow down and fully enjoy each pairing. This is an ideal outing to share with a friend to explore new flavors and experience tea at its best! 

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, see below.

Thursday
5/21/2026

Lecture

Steeped in Culture: Tea Journey Across China

Travel through China without leaving your seat in this immersive lecture. Explore the lush tea fields of Hunan, Anhui, and Yunnan, and uncover the historic sites of Shanghai and Beijing. Learn traditional harvesting and processing techniques, cultural customs, and hear Danielle’s personal experiences with tea estate owners and the local people. Throughout the session, savor teas sourced directly from these estates, connecting history, culture, and flavor in every sip.

Thursday
5/28/2026

Themed Tea & Food Pairing

Summer in a Cup: Iced Tea & Seasonal Pairings

Celebrate the flavors of summer with a refreshing sensory exploration of tea and seasonal foods. This experience features four carefully selected iced teas, each thoughtfully paired to complement fresh, light, and vibrant ingredients—highlighting juicy fruits and berries alongside seasonal vegetables.

Through guided tastings and simple, elegant pairings, participants will gain confidence in crafting their own refreshing combinations for everyday enjoyment or effortless summer entertaining.

~ Sip, and savor the essence of summer in every glass.

Saturday
6/06/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
6/13/2026

Lecture

Iced Tea, Perfected: From Leaf to Glass

Discover the story behind America’s beloved iced tea in this interactive lecture. Explore the origins of iced tea, its rise in popularity, and the subtle techniques that make loose-leaf tea a crisp and refreshing experience. Danielle will guide you through the health differences between whole leaf iced tea, sun tea, and ready-to-drink options, while highlighting the essential role of water quality in flavor. Participants will enjoy tastings of freshly brewed iced teas, learning to appreciate both the craft and science behind each glass. Refresh your palate, expand your tea knowledge, and master the craft of iced tea.

Thursday
6/18/2026

Sip & Savor

Flight of Tea

Indulge in a curated tasting experience featuring a sampling of four exceptional teas, each thoughtfully paired with a sampling of four local sweets and savories, selected to enhance and balance each flavor. Served for you to enjoy independently, this experience invites you to slow down and fully enjoy each pairing. This is an ideal outing to share with a friend to explore new flavors and experience tea at its best! 

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, see below.

Thursday
6/18/2026

Lecture

Crafting Your Own Tea Blend ~ Fruit & Iced Blends

Unleash your inner tea artist in this fun, hands-on workshop! Explore the flavors and aromas of teas from around the world, and discover how herbs, spices, flowers, and fruits can transform a cup into a unique creation. Using a curated selection of ingredients, you’ll create your own 2 oz custom tea blend, guided by suggested combinations to inspire your creativity. We’ll keep a copy of your recipe so your unique blend can be recreated on your next visit to TCTC. By the end of the class, you’ll leave with a personalized tea, a deeper understanding of your ingredients, and the knowledge to craft balanced, flavorful blends at home.

Thursday
6/25/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
6/27/2026

Sip & Savor

Flight of Tea

Indulge in a curated tasting experience featuring a sampling of four exceptional teas, each thoughtfully paired with a sampling of four local sweets and savories, selected to enhance and balance each flavor. Served for you to enjoy independently, this experience invites you to slow down and fully enjoy each pairing. This is an ideal outing to share with a friend to explore new flavors and experience tea at its best! 

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, see below.

Thursday
7/09/2026

Lecture

Steeped in Culture: Tea Journey through Kathmandu & Nepal

Travel through the vibrant streets of Kathmandu and into the serene tea estates of Nepal in this immersive lecture. Discover the journey of the tea leaf from harvest to production, and meet the remarkable people who cultivate it.

Danielle will shares personal experiences from her travels, including a warm welcome at the Guranse Tea Estate in Dhankuta, dancing with the kind and generous people at Buddha’s Tea Estate in Ilam, and the warmth and generosity of Nishchal and his family at the Organic KTE Tea Estate in Panchthar.

Along the way, explore stunning temples, landscapes, and village life through storytelling and photography. Guests will also enjoy tastings of specialty teas from Nepal, connecting culture, place, and flavor in every sip.

Thursday
7/09/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
7/11/2026

Sip & Savor

Tea Time Bingo: Sip, Learn & Play

Join us for a delightful and entertaining twist on bingo, perfect for seniors and tea lovers of all ages! Every square on the board features a tea-themed word, spanning five fun categories with over 50 items to discover.

As you play, you’ll learn about the rich traditions of afternoon tea and the culture of entertaining. Throughout the game, enjoy tastings of a variety of specialty teas, making this a fun, social, and flavorful experience that educates as much as it entertains.

Thursday
7/23/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
7/25/2026

Lecture

From Cup to Conflict: The Story Behind the Boston Tea Party

Explore the rich history of tea and its surprising impact on the world as early as the 1600s. This lecture examines how tea shaped England, the East India Company, and colonial America, touching on the Townshend Revenue Act, the Tea Act of 1773, and the iconic Boston Tea Party. We’ll also delve into the Intolerable Acts, smuggling, and the waves of technological, and agricultural innovation sparked by a simple cup of whole-leaf tea.

Throughout the lecture, participants will sample the varieties of tea that were famously thrown into Boston Harbor. This lecture shows how one humble leaf stirred revolution—and shaped history.

Thursday
7/30/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
8/01/2026

Lecture

Steeped in Culture: Tea Trails of Southern India

Join TCTC owner Danielle Beaudette as she shares her travel experiences through the lush, tropical tea regions of southern India. In this presentation, you will learn about the tea leaf from harvest to production, and meet the remarkable people who cultivate it.

Included are her personal stories on the iconic Coonoor Train, a culinary tea-infused food experience with local chefs at a traditional tea room, and her inspiring connection between local schools and Brookline, NH. Danielle will also share her amazing tranquil, ‘Mountain Magic’ sunset experience on top of the mountain of the Glendal Tea Estate- etched in her memory.

Throughout the presentation, enjoy teas harvested from southern India, connecting culture, landscape, and flavor in every sip.

Thursday
8/06/2026

Lecture

Understanding Matcha: Origins, Grades, and Brewing Methods

This course explores the essentials of matcha, from its cultural origins in Japan to the modern methods used to prepare it today. Participants will learn how matcha is produced, what distinguishes ceremonial, premium, and culinary grades, and how processing influences flavor, color, and quality.

The session also covers practical brewing techniques, including traditional whisking methods and contemporary preparation styles. Designed for beginners and tea enthusiasts alike, this lecture builds a foundation for understanding, selecting, and enjoying matcha.

Saturday
8/15/2026

Sip & Savor

Flight of Tea

Indulge in a curated tasting experience featuring a sampling of four exceptional teas, each thoughtfully paired with a sampling of four local sweets and savories, selected to enhance and balance each flavor. Served for you to enjoy independently, this experience invites you to slow down and fully enjoy each pairing. This is an ideal outing to share with a friend to explore new flavors and experience tea at its best! 

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, see below. Cost: $14.95/person.

Thursday
8/20/2026

Lecture

Tea Flavor Journey: Oolong Tea

Sample premium oolong teas from China and Taiwan, celebrated for their depth and complexity. Learn how precise handling during withering and partial oxidation shapes their distinctive aromas, textures, and layered flavors.

Thursday
8/20/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
8/22/2026

Themed Tea & Food Pairing

Flavors of Fall: Tea & Food Pairing

As the air turns crisp and autumn flavors emerge, tea offers a natural way to enjoy the season’s warmth and comfort. Participants will sample four fall-inspired teas, from light white tea to spiced herbal rooibos, paired with seasonal flavors like fruit, spice, nuts, and a hint of sweetness.

Throughout the session, you’ll learn how these elements can complement or contrast each other in simple and delicious ways. This tea and food pairing blends sensory learning with hands-on tasting, making it perfect for anyone who loves tea and the flavors of fall.

~ Taste the season in every cup.

Saturday
9/05/2026

Lecture

Tea Flavor Journey: Black Tea

Sample four black teas from around the world while exploring their origins, manufacturing methods, and bold flavor profiles. Learn the difference between Orthodox and CTC production, and how full oxidation shapes the rich, deep character of black tea.

Thursday
9/17/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
9/19/2026

Sip & Savor

Flight of Tea

Indulge in a curated tasting experience featuring a sampling of four exceptional teas, each thoughtfully paired with a sampling of four local sweets and savories, selected to enhance and balance each flavor. Served for you to enjoy independently, this experience invites you to slow down and fully enjoy each pairing. This is an ideal outing to share with a friend to explore new flavors and experience tea at its best!  RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, see below. Cost: $14.95/person.

Thursday
9/24/2026

Themed Tea & Food Pairing

From Leaf to Bean: Tea & Chocolate Pairing

Delight your senses in this interactive tasting experience, where chocolate and tea come together in perfect harmony. Explore the fascinating parallels between the cocoa bean and the tea leaf, from harvest to final product.

Sample a variety of chocolates, from 35% to 85% cocoa, each paired with five specialty whole-leaf teas, revealing the subtle interplay of flavor, aroma, and texture. Danielle will guide you through tasting techniques for both chocolate and tea, highlighting what to notice in each pairing. Experience how these two indulgent worlds enhance one another while discovering exciting new flavor combinations.

Thursday
9/24/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
9/26/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
10/03/2026

Themed Tea & Food Pairing

Notes of Autumn ~ Harvest Sips and Savory Pairing

As the air turns crisp and autumn flavors emerge, tea offers a natural way to enjoy the season’s warmth and comfort. Participants will sample four fall-inspired teas, from light white tea to spiced herbal rooibos, paired with seasonal flavors like fruit, spice, nuts, and a hint of sweetness.

Throughout the session, you’ll learn how these elements can complement or contrast each other in simple and delicious ways. This tea and food pairing blends sensory learning with hands-on tasting, making it perfect for anyone who loves tea and the flavors of fall.

~ Taste the season in every cup.

Saturday
10/10/2026

Lecture

Crafting Your Own Tea Blend ~ Fall Blends

Unleash your inner tea artist in this fun, hands-on workshop! Explore the flavors and aromas of teas from around the world, and discover how herbs, spices, flowers, and fruits can transform a cup into a unique creation.

Using a curated selection of ingredients, you’ll create your own 2 oz custom tea blend, guided by suggested combinations to inspire your creativity. We’ll keep a copy of your recipe so your unique blend can be recreated on your next visit to TCTC.

By the end of the class, you’ll leave with a personalized tea, a deeper understanding of your ingredients, and the knowledge to craft balanced, flavorful blends at home.

Saturday
10/17/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
10/24/2026

Sip & Savor

Flight of Tea

Indulge in a curated tasting experience featuring a sampling of four exceptional teas, each thoughtfully paired with a sampling of four local sweets and savories, selected to enhance and balance each flavor. Served for you to enjoy independently, this experience invites you to slow down and fully enjoy each pairing. This is an ideal outing to share with a friend to explore new flavors and experience tea at its best! 

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, see below.

Friday
10/30/2026

Sip & Savor

Flight of Tea

Indulge in a curated tasting experience featuring a sampling of four exceptional teas, each thoughtfully paired with a sampling of four local sweets and savories, selected to enhance and balance each flavor. Served for you to enjoy independently, this experience invites you to slow down and fully enjoy each pairing. This is an ideal outing to share with a friend to explore new flavors and experience tea at its best! 

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, see below. Cost: $14.95/person.

Thursday
11/05/2026

Lecture

Steeped in Culture: Tea Journey through Taiwan

Taiwan is home to some of the world’s most refined oolong teas, shaped by dramatic mountain terroir, misty climates, and generations of master craftsmanship. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of how oolong teas are grown, processed, and perfected—from fresh leaf picking, to withering, oxidation, rolling, and final firing.

Taiwan’s oolongs are especially renowned for their highly skilled light oxidation techniques, producing some of the most aromatic teas in the world. Throughout the lecture, we will also explore Taiwanese tea culture beyond production, with guided tasting and sensory experiences.

Taiwanese teas are globally celebrated for their high-mountain varieties, valued for their complexity, natural sweetness, and distinctive creamy or buttery mouthfeel. Signature styles include the floral and refreshing Baozhong, the rich and roasted Dong Ding, and the rare insect-bitten Oriental Beauty—each representing a unique expression of terroir, climate, and craftsmanship.

In every cup, we taste not only tea—but a deeper understanding of how place, people, and tradition are steeped together in each tea.

Thursday
11/05/2026

Themed Tea & Food Pairing

Warm Gatherings ~ A Thanksgiving Tea & Food Pairing

Experience a tasting lecture that explores how tea can complement a Thanksgiving table with warmth, spice, and seasonal depth. This session highlights the tastes and aromas of autumn— caramelized fruit, baking spices, and toasted nuts—and how they translate into thoughtful holiday tea pairings.

Participants will learn how to evaluate tea through aroma, body, and texture, while discovering how specific seasonal blends can elevate traditional Thanksgiving dishes such as roasted turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauces, and desserts. The session blends guided tasting and pairing principles focused on seasonal hospitality.

~ Tea, tradition, and Thanksgiving warmth.

Saturday
11/07/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
11/14/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
11/28/2026

Themed Tea & Food Pairing

Steep the Season – A Holiday Tea and Tasting Experience

This holiday tasting lecture invites guests to explore the magic of the season through four thoughtfully selected tea blends, each capturing a different note of winter—spiced, comforting, and indulgent.

Participants will learn how tea components—base tea, botanicals, spices, and fruit notes—affect pairing, and explore how to partner these teas with both sweet and savory foods.

From the crisp elegance of white tea to the comforting spice of black tea and the dessert-like richness of herbal infusions, this session shows how tea can enhance a full holiday tasting experience. It is designed to promote engagement and shared understanding, bringing participants together while adding a festive dimension to the tasting experience.

~ A taste of holiday comfort in every cup.

Saturday
12/05/2026

Sip & Savor

Flight of Tea

Indulge in a curated tasting experience featuring a sampling of four exceptional teas, each thoughtfully paired with a sampling of four local sweets and savories, selected to enhance and balance each flavor. Served for you to enjoy independently, this experience invites you to slow down and fully enjoy each pairing. This is an ideal outing to share with a friend to explore new flavors and experience tea at its best! 

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, see below

Thursday
12/10/2026

Themed Tea & Food Pairing

A Cup of Christmas: Victorian Tea Traditions

Step back into the charm of Victorian England and discover the origins of beloved Christmas traditions. This lecture explores early holiday customs, the rise of Christmas tea parties, and the lore surrounding teapots and seasonal gatherings. Along the way, enjoy tastings of four signature holiday tea blends, evoking the warmth and nostalgia of the season. Join us for an evening of history, tea, and timeless holiday spirit—offered in the shop and online via Zoom.

Thursday
12/10/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
12/12/2026

Lecture

Harmony in a Cup: The Art of Chinese & Japanese Tea Ceremonies

This engaging lecture explores the practice of tea ceremonies in China and Japan. Participants will examine how, from its early discovery, tea evolved into a refined cultural ritual reflecting values such as harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

The unique types of teas produced in both countries will be discussed, highlighting their distinctive profiles: Japanese teas are primarily green teas with fresh, grassy, and slightly sweet flavors, and steamed to preserve their bright color and vegetal taste. Chinese teas include all major categories (white, yellow, green, oolong, black and dark), typically pan-fired to create toastier flavors and known for their wide range of floral, nutty, fruity, and earthy notes.

Ultimately, participants will leave with a deeper appreciation of how tea serves not only as a beverage, but as a living expression of culture, philosophy, and human connection in both traditions.

Thursday
12/17/2026

In-store Shopping

Shop in Person

We’re excited to welcome you into the shop on select dates each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm! New to tea? This is the perfect opportunity to stop in and ask Danielle all your tea questions. If you’re a longtime guest we’d love this chance to see you again. And of course, online ordering is always open for your convenience.

Saturday
12/19/2026