Tea History & Basics- Here or "to Go"
$10.00 per person if Tea Tasting is Included
$5.00 per person for 45 Minute Presentation

Learn about tea from the ground up; from it's botanical origin, the difference
between White, Green, Oolong and Black Tea, how the leaves that grow on the
plant become the leaves that steep in the cup.
We'll share stories about the "discovery" of tea and some of the legends that make
up the rich history of this ancient, remarkable beverage. Brief section on health
benefits as well as simple techniques and guidelines for brewing the perfect cup
of tea. You will sample some great teas and come away with an understanding
that will greatly enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of tea. *$1.00 a mile
over 25 miles

Tea and Health
$10.00 per person
$5.00 per person for 45 Minute Presentation

All the latest information on the Healthy benefits of tea. We'll discuss caffeine,
Pu-erh, Yerba Mate, Rooibos and the specific benefits of White, Green, Oolong,
and Black Teas. Tea can really help you stay healthy. Taste some delicious ways to
feel great! We will try a variety of teas that may help you win the battle with the
scale. *$1.00 a mile over 25 miles


Tea Tasting
$10.00 per person *up to 10 people

Tastings will be centered on the individual teas being presented. This is an
opportunity to get to "know" some fine teas. We can examine each tea for leaf
characteristics, region of origin, pluck and processing techniques used to produce
that particular style of tea. We will demonstrate proper infusion of each tea and
taste and examine it's unique flavor profile. This is an enjoyable way to add to
your existing body of tea knowledge and deepen your appreciation and
understanding of tea through some very special examples of the most affordable
luxuries on earth.

World History of Tea
$10.00 per person  ($5.00 45 Minute Presentation)

Tea is "steeped" in history and tradition. This class will explore not only the origins
of tea, but the culture of tea in other countries. It's an "around the world" look at
the history and regional traditions and customs that celebrate tea in far away
places. Ever wondered how they "take their tea" in Tibet,Kenya, Taiwan, etc. etc. ?
It's a fascinating look at what makes tea second only to water as the most
consumed beverage in the world. You will taste teas from some of the regions
discussed and discover how the world truly comes together in a tea cup.


Tan-tea-lizing Tea Parties
$15.00 per person (90 minutes)

Would you like to host a "tea party" for your family, friends, sorority, book club,
church group, etc. ? But, have always been a little intimidated by what to do,
what to serve and how to pull it all together? This is the class for you! We will
cover traditional English High Teas to themed casual tea centered gatherings to
the very hip and modern. You'll get great tips, techniques and ideas that will have
you ready for that next baby shower or special luncheon for your girlfriends. Get
tips on preparing "tea" foods, crowd pleasing teas and have a great time. Very
tan-TEA-lizing).


Japanese Tea & Culture
$15.00 per person (2 hours)

Tea by the Sea on occasion will be able to bring our friends schooled in Tea
Ceremony to help us learn about the ancient art of tea from Japan. He is going to
share aspects of life in Japan as well as the important role tea has to play. We'll
taste Matcha (used in the Japanese Tea Ceremony) and demonstrate simplified
elements of "Chanoyu or Chado" You'll sample some traditional Japanese taste
treats and wonderful teas from our ever increasing selection of Japanese Green
Teas. You'll get to try your hand at the ancient Art of Origami and then take your
creation home.

Possibilities for Life Changes
$10.00 per person (90 minutes)

Have you been looking for a delicious, healthy, NATURAL way to control your
weight and remain healthy? If so, this is class is for you. Tea can be used to
support your healthy weight maintenance program. An herbal infusion, Yerba
Mate is known to possess an incredible appetite suppressant quality. The great
benefits of green tea have proven to assist in weight loss. We'll taste a variety of
examples as well as "desert" teas, flavorful ice teas (sure to get you off soda),
sugar and perhaps some other bad health habits bad health habits.

Chinese Tea -Yesterday and Today
$16.00 per person (90 minutes)

Tea by the Sea will be offering information classes Chinese teas yesterday and
today, Chinese teas are 4000 years old and cutting edge. We'll discuss some
history(and of course taste) teas from the cradle of tea, from the Fujian and Yunan
regions and more. We'll discuss and show elements of Chinese Gong fu tea
ceremony. We'll taste some fantastic White, Green, Oolong, Black and Pu-erh
Chinese teas.
Educational Tea Classes