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I just discovered Elixir Fine Tea in Kensington and considering I'm a complete tea lover, this is the place for me.
When you first walk in, you're greeted by Andrew Kang, the owner, who is a true tea connoisseur. He is not only one of the nicest store owners I have ever encountered, but his concept of Elixir Tea is one of the most original concepts I've ever come across. He brews tea exactly the way it is meant to be served. He makessure when you get your tea, it is exactly the way it was meant to be - he doesn't simply throw a tea bag in your cup. When you get a cup of tea from Andrew, it is steeped to perfection, and the tea bag is no longer in the cup so you don't have to worry about the flavour changing by the time you get to the last sip.
He also offers tea tastings, so you can sit in the store and enjoy tea with a friend, or with a bunch of strangers. it is a great way to meet new people, and the vibe is super trendy, peaceful and cool.
Andrew goes all out depending on which tea you order. If you order the Japanese tea, he'll whip on a Kimono and serve it to you with true Japanese flare.
I also love the fact that Elixir tea focuses on wellness. They offer massages and energy work on site, and all the snacks they offer are miniature size so that guests do not overeat and leave feeling sick.
I tried a number of different teas and I enjoyed every single one of them. Whether you fancy white tea, green tea, oolong tea, black tea, herbal tea or wellness tea - Elixir Fine Tea is the place for you.
Elixir Fine Tea is an absolute gem in our city. It makes my heart, soul and taste buds happy. Talk about a triple threat.
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