Inside Portland's Best Tea Houses
Portland is widely known for its coffee and craft beer, but did you know we also have an amazing tea scene? Our city has a long history as a home to both successful international tea brands and well-loved independent teahouses. Today we’re talking with local tea expert Percy Scoffern about the ins and outs of Portland’s gongfu-style tea scene and what makes it worth sipping on.
Discussed in this episode:
- Portal Tea
- Fly Awake Tea House
- Smith Teamaker
- Bardo Tea
- Enthea Teahouse
- Umami Café at the Portland Japanese Garden
- Yun Shui Teahouse at the Lan Su Chinese Garden
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