Eatdrink #65 May/June 2017

The LOCAL Food & Drink Magazine
Fair on Saturdays, have transferred their boutique shop
to their son Hadleigh. Called The Canadian Magpie
Merchant, it specializes in organic and fair trade tea
and accessories.
The Tea Lounge
Certified tea sommelier and nutritionist Michelle
Pierce Hamilton and her business partner Yixing Tang
opened The Tea Lounge in a small and charming house
on Piccadilly Street east of Richmond Row last fall.
Millwork shelving showcases an interesting selection
of unique and traditional teaware. The focal point is a
10-foot “Wall of Tea,” featuring over 100 hand-selected
teas from around the world.
The café has many seating options, including a
rustic conference table with over-sized hand-carved
dining chairs for groups and classes. A long crimson
sofa accents the Indo-Asian decorative features of the
eclectic central lounge. There is additional seating on
the front porch in the warm weather.
Tang and Pierce Hamilton offer a premium tea
service experience, serving ethically-sourced singleorigin
teas and tisanes from around the world, as
well as retailing striking teaware. The pair offers
traditional Chinese, Japanese and English teas, each
with its own teaware and serving style. Chinese
“grandpa style” is another option on offer. Or you can
Business partners Michelle Pierce
Hamilton and Yixing Tang
We’re getting fresh ẹr!
FRESH New Look!
FRESH New Products!!
FRESH New Location,
simply get a quick cup to go. Guests
can sip meticulously-sourced teas
while experiencing their choice of
traditional or contemporary style tea
service in the laid-back lounge.
Whether you’re in the mood for a
tasty treat, wholesome ingredients,
to serve you better!!!
Photo by Spencer Drake
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