I really like this shop. I have been going here for years and the lady (who I assume to be the owner) is extremely helpful. She knows her stuff. Amazing selection of teas, including some interesting choices like Chili Pepper Roiboos. Creamy Earl Grey, Spicy Chai and the Genmaicha are fantastic. I believe she has loyalty cards as well!

Best shop in Vancouver for loose tea blends. Select a tea, have a seat at the bistro tables, and Sabrina, proprietor and tea specialist, will brew your tea to perfection, milk or honey on the side. Favourite blend: Cream Earl Grey - since 2004, have not bought tea anywhere else. Life is too short to drink lesser quality tea, when fine tea brings so much delight. Bayswater Tea has an eclectic... more

Quaint shop whose charming, knowledgeable, and riotously funny proprietress is its best feature. Great selection of teas, and she knows fascinating obscure facts about each one. The only downside is that I've found it impossible to find my favorites in the US, which means I'll probably have to make a trip soon.

My girlfriend and I also loved the large variety of Dunoon bone china mugs, cups,... more