Enjoy a British pastime at the Hidden Tea Room.
It begins in a parlor where pressed linens spill over tabletops and seasonal décor drapes across walls. Freshly baked scones sit alongside delicate china and pots of piping-hot tea. Generous dollops of sweet cream, lemon curd, and preserves await the decisive dip of a knife or spoon. And as the chatter of delighted guests and the clink of silverware echo throughout, the first course of High Tea begins.
This two-hour event has become a cherished pastime for Lodi’s locals and a definitive draw for many coming from out of town, all thanks in part to Terrie Green. As owner to the highly popular Corner Scone Bakery, which just so happens to be around the corner from The Hidden Tea Room, Terrie has offered a cherished part of English culture in our own backyard.
The Hidden Tea Room first began in the small interior of Corner Scone Bakery itself on reserved weekends. But when demand for seating far exceeded capacity, Terrie knew it was time to expand. Thus, Lodi’s only tea room was born, providing patrons with a variety of tea services as well as a darling venue for private functions.
Currently, The Hidden Tea Room provides two variations of teatime. High Tea is a two-hour event based around the British custom. It’s garnished with five courses prepared from scratch, delivered straight from Corner Scone Bakery, and served at fifteen-minute intervals. The best part? No two tea services are ever alike, accented with seasonally served sweets and pastries. High Tea is served every Saturday by reservation
“It is important to us to change the tea rooms atmosphere as well as food selections monthly to create a new experience for returning customers,” says Terrie. “We want to create a memorable experience for our guests by engaging all of the senses!”
Cream Tea is the younger sibling to High Tea, in that it is more of a mini service that offers equally delectable dishes you’d find at high tea, but with some lunch item favorites offered alongside! This service requires no reservation, and you are free to enjoy your meal at your own pace. Simply drop in during afternoons on Tuesdays or Thursdays! Terrie adds that this event is perfect for a lady’s day out.
“We love to be a part of the relationship that mothers, daughters, grandmothers, and friends are sharing at the Hidden Tea Room. And we hope it becomes a family tradition!”
Have A Seat At:
The Hidden Tea Room
310 N. California St., Lodi
(209) 452-5366
HiddenTeaRoomLodi.com