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Food & The City: DAVIDsTEA

08/16/13 | Delicious Eats, Food and The City, New York City

Simply put, DAVIDsTEA is one of my new favorite NYC foodie hotspots.  This tea palace first opened in Canada in 2008 and since then they have migrated south of the boarder and I am so happy they did.  Their stores are bright, and cheer and every time I walk in I was greeted by the wall of teas.  On my first visit I was apprehensive having to choose from over 100 varieties but the staff were well trained in the art and science of tea and put me at ease.

This tea shop was recommended to my by another NYC foodie only a few weeks ago and I have been back half a dozen times since.  The company sells loose leaf tea and tea accessories both in their stores and online covering more categories than I knew existed in the world of tea- white, green, oolong, black, pu’erh, mate, rooibos, and herbal.  To do this fantastic place justice, though, I recommend three things: (1) Visit and try it for your self, (2) Read their mission statement; “So…why tea? Because it’s healthy, delicious and fun. Because it brings people together, all over the world. Because it’s the second-most popular drink on the planet, second only to water.  And, quite simply, because it makes us happy.” and (3) Take a look at these photos:

I toted along my camera for my most recent visit  I spent a wonderful 20 minutes with a friend at the 6th Avenue location (688 6th Ave) of DAVIDsTEA and it we had a great time deciding what tea we wanted from the vast array of choices.  I would not say it takes more than five minutes to choose but as the inventory covers an international selection of over 150 loose-leaf teas we had fun smelling dozens of options. My friend and I both selected green teas, movie night for her and matcha matsu for me – take a look at the process and read more about the teas we chose:

matcha matsu:  In Japanese, “matsu” literally means “pine tree”. But it’s also a term that indicates excellence. This powdered green tea lives up to its name. Quality this high can only be graded as “matsu”. Strong in taste and aroma, this matcha is pure indulgence – perfect for cleansing the palate during a fabulous meal. ingredients: Stone-ground steamed green tea from Shizuoka, Japan.

movie night:   This popcorn tea is better than the real thing. First of all, it has no calories. Second of all, it’s sweetened with maple and apple. Third of all, it has green tea, which studies (well, ok, experience) say is the ideal brew for keeping you quietly alert throughout a late-night flick.  ingredients: apple, Sencha-style green tea, popped corn.

I highly recommend a visit regardless of the weather, the tea is good hot or cold!

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Comments

  1. Simona says

    August 19, 2013 at 2:24 am

    I’d get lost in a place like this. I am intrigued by roiboos having its own section: I wonder what’s in it…

  2. Chelsea says

    August 18, 2013 at 6:37 pm

    They’ve had David’s Tea in Canada for quite a while now but I have yet to try. I always think when I see them that I want to, but at that point I usually already have Starbucks in my hand haha, oops. Next time!

  3. Kelly P says

    August 18, 2013 at 2:15 pm

    Oh my goodness! Why do we not have this in Texas? I am so jealous! Looks so amazing!

  4. Janna says

    August 17, 2013 at 12:56 pm

    I love places like that! I have tons of loose leaf re at home and even mixing the leaves to make my own flavors!

  5. Tia Noelle says

    August 17, 2013 at 12:01 am

    That place looks AMAZING! Definitely have to stop their next time I’m in NYC. It looks like Teavana can’t compare!
    xo Tia
    http://www.bigcitytyro.com

  6. Magda Juache says

    August 16, 2013 at 2:51 pm

    i love your blog and post! so cute!

  7. Grace says

    August 16, 2013 at 2:34 pm

    Sounds delicious! If I ever visit NY soon I’ll have to try it out!

    Happy Friday!
    Grace

    A Southern Drawl

  8. FWB says

    August 16, 2013 at 11:26 am

    Thanks so much for sharing!! I’ll be going to NY for the first time and I LOVE tea + I love this places signage. (I get excited about things like that, LOL)! Thanks for sharing! And awesome photos and review!

    XO | KIMBERLYLUXE

  9. Kelly Ann says

    August 16, 2013 at 11:06 am

    You absolutely should and there are tons of
    locations!

  10. Setarra says

    August 16, 2013 at 10:39 am

    Will have to add this place to my “check it out’ list next time I’m back up in NYC. I’m a huge tea drinker and don’t drink coffee whatsoever so this place sounds like heaven haha.

  11. Helene says

    August 16, 2013 at 9:45 am

    I loooove tea! this loos so goof!

  12. Sharon says

    August 16, 2013 at 9:26 am

    I’m not a big tea drinker but all of those different varieties look enticing! Have a great weekend!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart
    JCrew Giveaway!

  13. lovelaughterlipstick says

    August 16, 2013 at 9:04 am

    This place looks amazing! I need to try the popcorn tea too!

    Hailey | Love, Laughter and Lipstick

  14. Sam @ Frills & Thrills says

    August 16, 2013 at 8:54 am

    Wow, this is tea heaven! I would love to visit this place and if possible, try out all 100 varieties! The popcorn one sounds so interesting. Have you tried rooibos before, it is grown only here in Safrica and exported to the rest of the world.

  15. KateAdam Florken says

    August 16, 2013 at 8:52 am

    Oh my! I just love tea!… And that popcorn tea is now on my “Must Try” List. Now, I only need to figure out how to get my hands on it in Arkansas! 🙂

    -Kate
    http://www.theflorkens.com

Hi, I am Kelly and welcome to Sparkles and Shoes, a fashion, travel, and lifestyle blog.  I am a New York City girl at heart but I moved to London in the Spring of 2018!

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