Welcome to The Urban Tea Loft

Relax your soul and warm your spirit in our intimate tearoom in the heart of Historic Downtown Chandler. Whether you are simply seeking a relaxing cup of premium tea, or an upscale venue with delicious food and the finest tea to host your next important gathering, The Urban Tea Loft is a unique tea experience that will capture your senses. Come in, make yourself at home and let us indulge your palate.

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I Still Can’t Believe It!

Friday, April 23rd, 2010

The Urban Tea Loft

May 2010

Zhayer's WeddingI was in complete and utter shock mixed with waves of emotion and denial. I sat there, Eric in front of me in a hypnotic state staring at the door. I knew I wouldn’t leave the bathroom the same person I was when I walked in.  Yes, I was shocked, not at the thought of having a baby, but at the idea that someone, one day would call me “mommie, mama, mom”..whatever. Shocked that change was going to come whether I wanted it or not and quickly. Scared about how I would physically feel and the changes that would occur with my body.

Eric couldn’t believe my shock and awe reaction and It all seems silly now ten and a half years later. We were blessed with a happy, healthy, and beautifully funny child- Zhayer. She is on the Honor Roll, sings in The Phoenix Girls Choir and is auditioning in Los Angeles from time to time. Over the years, she has taught me many lessons: 1. Eric isn’t just MINE, he is hers also, her daddy, protector, playmate, chauffeur and friend. She reminds me daily that I am not perfect and shouldn’t expect her to be either. She knows it is ok to have a hair or two flying in the wind and that it’s okay to laugh at herself, loud and often. Thank God for Zhayer for she is a constant reminder of what was and what will be. The light at the end of a long day and the joy I am sure to have tomorrow. She has enriched our lives in so many ways and has made us better people. I now look at her shocked to think that I only have a measily 7 years left to have the greatest amount of influence in her life before she goes to college or thinks she can do what she wants without my input, consult, or approval. I remember how that was. Little does she know, there will never be a time in her life where I won’t provide all three. A mother’s love runs deep and is forever! Thank you Zhayer for giving me the wonderful opportunity to hear YOU call me Mommie with the deapest love and affection!

Happy Mother’s Day to all of You! Whether you have your own children or not, as women, we are all responsible for each others!

With love,

Glynis

Mother’s Day Celebration
Complete Mom’s Gift with Brunch

FOUR SEATINGS, ENDLESS MIMOSAS, GREAT FOOD

What more do you need?  Seating times for Mother’s Day Brunch are 9:30, 11:00, 12:30, and 2:00.  Live Music from 12:00-3:00 with String Theory.  Reservations Recommended by calling 480.786.9600.  S’morgeshboard of food items. Costs is $28 adults and $15 kids, 10 and under.

Enjoy our Mother’s Day Menu:

Baked Banana French Toast

Quiche

Crepes au Gratin

Maple Glazed Ham Steaks

Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes

Pancakes

Roasted Asparagus with Shallot Vinaigrette

Rosemary Potatoes

Peppered Bacon

Sausage

Scrambled Eggs

Fruit with Honey Sour Cream Sauce

Seasonal Salad

Chilled Strawberry Soup

Assorted Chef’s Pastries

Grilled Chicken Breast

Pork Shanks

Macaroni N Cheese

Grilled Ham and Cheese

PB & J

Chicken Fingers

Red Velvet Cake

Chantilly Swans

Praline Truffle Pyramids

May Events (Soul Food Weekends Again)

May 1- Live Music 6-9 pm- John Chapman Duo - Jazz
May 8- String Theory 6-9 pm
May 9- Mother’s Day Brunch, Live Music String Theory 12-3 pm
May 14-
$5 TEA TASTING 6-7 pm (Must Register)
May 16- Teatini 101 Class, $25
(Must Register)
May 22- Live Music- Mood Indigo 6-9 pm
May 23- TEA 101 Class, $30
(Must Register)- Great Gift

Save 25%

Do you believe in the power of tea? Give Mom a tea Gift Basket for Mother’s Day.  Teas from Spring Harvest are arriving daily.  Save 25% on packaged teas and tea related merchandise (excludes Ingenuitea and Bodum 2 packs).

Also, save 20% on dinner or total brunch bill (excludes alcohol). Cannot be used during special events or holidays.

Offer Expires: June 1, 2010.

Real Men Drink Tea…tinis!

Thursday, June 4th, 2009
The Urban Tea Loft
iced tea JUNE IS NATIONAL ICED TEA MONTH

And we are celebrating!  Perfect timing for the heat we’ve been experiencing here in Arizona.  Come in for 20% off on all loose teas and have yours ICED or FROZEN.  IF TEA IS PURCHASED AT THE SAME TIME A MEAL IS PURCHASED, YOU WILL RECEIVE 30% OFF TEA PURCHASE. Our Chai concentrate is excellent over ice with your choice of milk or soy. It has no caffeine and is even great for kids.Recipe:
Chai Rooibos Concentrate
Ice
Milk or Soy

Directions: Add ice to blender. Add one part Chai concentrate to 3 parts milk or soy. Blend to taste.  Add whipped cream and fresh ground nutmeg. Enjoy this refreshing drink.  Ice cream is optional as a replacement for ice.

Real Men Drink TEA…tinis!!
Make your reservations now for our Father’s Day Brunch.  Have Dad grill out for dinner but join us for brunch!  Private rooms available by reservation.  Teatini specials all day. Here’s what we are serving:

Buttermilk Pancakes your choice of bacon or sausage links
Organic Fresh Strawberry / Peach Compote $9.00
Stuffed French Toast $9.00
Cream cheese / Fresh Berries
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Salad $8.00
Mom’s Bread Pudding / Sour Cream & Honey SauceUrban Salmon Salad $12.00
Pancetta Bacon / Five Herb Vinaigrette Dressing

Crab Quiche $10.00
Spicy Romesco Sauce / garnished with Fried Shoe String Sweet Potatoes

Grilled Flat Iron Steak with Loaded Baked Potato $14.00
Tomato Concassé / Peppercorn Hollandaise Sauce

Steak & Eggs

Grilled Flat Iron Steak w/3eggs any style $12.00
Surf & Turf $16.00
Saint Louis Baby Back Ribs w/Shrimp
Rosemary roasted potatoesBacon Wrapped Chicken Croissant
Served with Southern Potato Salad or Panzanella Salad $9.00

LIVE MUSIC SATURDAYS–EVERY SATURDAY FROM 6:30-9:30. HERE’S THE LINEUP!  COME FOR DINNER!!6-6 MATT THORNTON, ACOUSTIC GUITAR AND VOCALS
6-13 HOPE CASSITY, ACOUSTIC GUITAR AND VOCALS
6-20 VANDAL HANCOCK JAZZ GUITARS
6-27 BRENDEN ACOUSTIC GUITAR AND VOCALS

STILL SERVING SOUL FOOD IN ADDITION TO OUR REGULAR MENU ON SATURDAYS!

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING LOCAL!!

THE URBAN TEA LOFT
11 W BOSTON STREET SUITE 2
CHANDLER, AZ 85225
480.786.9600

WWW.URBANTEALOFT.COM

Save 20/30% SAVE 20% ON ANY LOOSE TEA OR TEA CONCENTRATE PURCHASE. SAVE 30% WHEN TEA IS PURCHASED AT THE SAME TIME A MEAL IS PURCHASED.
Offer Expires: June 30, 2009

Valentine’s at The Urban Tea Loft

Sunday, February 1st, 2009
For Valentine’s day.. here is what’s up at THE URBAN TEA LOFT!!
Greetings!

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching so it is time to make plans.  How about a Four Course Romantic Dinner and Live JAZZ MUSIC on Friday, February 13th and Saturday, February 14th.  On the 13th, the live sounds of Romantic Jazz Guitars from the Hancock Vandal Duo and on the 14th, we will hear Jazz Music and Vocals from The Foster Oden Trio.  Don’t Delay ..Reservations must be made in advance.

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I’LL BE LOVIN’ YOU EARLY SPECIAL!!
(ON FRIDAY THE 13TH AND FROM 3:00-5:30 P.M. ON VALENTINE’S DAY)


RESERVATIONS MADE DURING THIS TIME WILL ENJOY THEIR MEAL FOR $35 PER PERSON (EXCLUDES APPETIZER).

*DOES NOT INCLUDE RESERVATIONS MADE IN OUR VIP ROOM.*
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SOMETHING EVEN MORE SPECIAL!!

Don’t settle for boring this year!  Do something special. Let us help set the mood…..

Reservations in our VIP Room...a private meal…just the two of you! Curtains closed with a bottle of wine or champagne and your love sounds emanating from your docked Ipod.  OR listen to the smooth sounds of The Foster Oden Trio playing in the main dining area.  The mood is set, now you do the rest (but not in the VIP Room of course).  THE ULTIMATE PRIVATE AFFAIR. Appetizer, salad, dinner, and dessert- four courses. TEA, CHOCOLATE, and SPIRITS, oh my!

Our PRIVATE VIP Room will be reserved on a first come first served basis in two hour increments.  You will be treated like a true VIP!! You should be able to set the mood by then Romeo!!  A 25% upcharge will be applied to the final bill to cover your reservation in this room (does not include tax and gratuity).
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The Menu

APPETIZERS (CHOOSE ONE)
Goat Cheese and Red Pepper Stuffed Mushrooms
Beef Wellington with Horseradish Sour Cream

SALAD
Jimica and Grilled Pineapple Salad with Red Onion, Green Apple, and a Citrus Cilantro Vinaigrette

ENTREE (EACH CHOOSES ONE)
Beef Tournedos Bernaise with Roasted Tomatoes and Fried Asparagus

Shrimp Scampi with Citrus Butter Sauce, Grape Tomatoes, and Fresh Parsley over Green Tea Scented Basmati Rice

Chicken Picata with Caper Cream Sauce, Roasted Red Peppers and Steamed Brocolli

DESSERT
CHOCOLATE POTS de CREME WITH FRESH BERRIES, WHIPPED CREME, AND TUILE COOKIE

The Music
The Foster Oden Jazz Trio
February 14:  6:30-9:30

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AND JUST ONE MORE THING………

RESERVATIONS OF EIGHT OR MORE WILL ENJOY PRIVATE DINING IN OUR LARGER PARTY ROOM. MUST RESERVE THE SPACE. NO UPCHARGE APPLIES.
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ADVANCED RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
CALL (480) 786-9600. PLEASE ALSO SELECT CHOICE OF ENTREE AT THE TIME OF RESERVATION.

COSTS:  $45 PER PERSON
(does not include tax and gratuity)

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CUSTOM VALENTINE’S TEA GIFT BASKETS AVAILABLE.
CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE BLOG FOR THE TOP VALENTINES DAY GIFTS FOR TEA LOVERS.

Come to The Loft for a quality experience dinner and dessert and of course the tea, wine, spirits, and company.

The Urban Tea Loft
11 W. Boston Street Suite 2
Chandler, Arizona 85225
480-786-9600
www.urbantealoft.com

Holiday Events at The Urban Tea Loft

Thursday, December 4th, 2008

Happy Holidays from The Urban Tea Loft

CREATE YOUR OWN TEA BLEND

Wouldn’t it be nice this Holiday to give a unique gift that no one else could give? The Urban Tea Loft is providing you this opportunity! You can come in on the following days and CREATE YOUR OWN TEA BLEND. We will have the ingredients ready and guide you through blending your own tea. You will get to name your tea and we will keep your recipie on file and blend it for you on requests. Costs is $15 per person (adults and children) for blending session. Additional costs apply for your blended tea. Session dates are 12/13: 10:00-11:00 am. and 1:00-2:00, 12/15 6:00-7:00 pm and will take place in our AV Room. PLEASE CALL TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE.

HOLIDAY TEA EVENTS

Come celebrate the Holidays with our festive holiday teas. Includes the following: appetizers, savories, gourmet tea sandwiches, desserts, tea, one complimentary mimosa per adult and holiday music (some live). Costs is $35 for adults and $17 per child excluding tax and gratuity. A 10% senior citizens discount applies. Also, if payment is taken while enjoying another meal at The Loft, a 10% discount applies. (One discount applies per person per meal and applies to one meal).

Dates for Holiday Teas:

Sunday, December 21, 2008 3:00-5:00 pm

This is a prepaid, reservations only event. Call 480.786.9600

URBAN GIRL HOLIDAY TEA

December 21: 12:00-2:00pm. Includes a three course tea, craft and games. Please bring a gift to exchange (not to exceed $10). Costs is $22 including tax and gratuity. Ages 5-12 appropriate.


OTHER DECEMBER EVENTS

12-6: Live Music 7-10 pm. Hope Cassity, Live Acoustical Original Music
12-7: Urban Tea Loft Book Club Meeting & Dinner 2:00-4:00

12-13: Live Music- 7-10 PM Hancock Olsen Guitar Duo
12-14: Mocha Moms Holiday Event 2:00-4:00

12-19: Live Christmas Music Nick Watts Duo 7-10 pm
12-20: Live Music 7-10 PM. Ted Allen Jazz

Holiday Tea Recipie
Holiday Chai Eggnog
4 cups of Eggnog
3 tbsp. of Urban Tea Loft’s Rooibos Chai
1/4 cup amber rum(optional)
In saucepan, combine eggnog and tea. Cook for 7-10 minutes but do not boil.
Remove from heat and let stand for 2 minutes. Strain through fine sieve, and then add rum. Cool to warm, then place in the refrigerator to chill. Chill for 2 hours and garnish with whipped cream!
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Need a nice tea basket for a unique Holiday Gift?
Want to “RETHINK what you DRINK” in 2009?
You know where to go!! See you soon at The Urban Tea Loft.
Happy Holidays Everyone!!
Eric, Glynis & Zhayer Legrand
The Urban Tea Loft
Save 25%

Off merchandise or loose tea (excludes Ingenuitea). This coupon must be printed and presented in person. This coupon is transferable. Please share this offer with friends and family.

Offer Expires: 12-31-08