Join us for a flavorful journey from China through India and South Africa, exploring how diverse cultures have embraced tea as their favorite beverage.

Let’s talk tea!  Did you know tea is the second most popular drink in the world, only surpassed by water?  

Together, we’ll discover the history and traditions behind tea and tisanes, from ancient ceremonies to modern blends. We’ll taste a curated selection of green, black, and oolong teas, along with rooibos, herbal, and fruit infusions for caffeine-free options; plus learn how tea is grown, processed, and prepared across continents.

What to expect:

Gather with friends—new and old—at Monika’s cozy tea haven, Doehrn Tea Company in Oxford. Enjoy a morning of sipping, learning, and connecting as we explore what makes each tea unique in flavor and story.

☕ Please note: Parking near Doehrn Tea Company is limited. We encourage carpooling with a friend!

Feedback from past programs with Monika:

“Great presenter and setting. Content was presented in an interesting way and it was fun to sample the various types of tea and learn in a hands-on manner.”

“Great fun, delicious and wide variety of teas. Monika is well informed and enthusiastic about teas.”

“Excellent program.  Monika was very engaging, the setting lent itself to audience participation and it was a pleasant, enjoyable experience.”

Please note:  your registration fee pays the Monika’s costs plus a nominal Chesapeake Forum overhead contribution.  **Seats for this program are giftable but not refundable unless there is someone on the waitlist who can take the seat.**

Thursday | March 12 | 10:30 – noon | IN PERSON at Doehrn Tea Co (106 Jacks Point Rd, Oxford) | $40