Welcome to Tea Service at THE TENNESSEAN in downtown Knoxville. A charming southern luxury reminiscent of the timeless tea culture of Great Britain. Offering both Bridal Tea and Specialty Tea services throughout the year, this delightful experience is sure to become your newest East Tennessee tradition.
Each service offers our signature Sweet Peach Noir tea that is sure to be a southern favorite. Whether you prefer it black or with cream, this tea embodies our southern roots. As an ode to more traditional tea service, we offer an assortment of luxury teas to suit all tastes.
Tea service features an array of scones, tea sandwiches, and petit four dessert courses, along with traditional accompaniments with a southern flair. Our tea service menu is a delicious mix of sweet and savory items.
Sunday Tea Service Now Available from 1 - 3 PM each Sunday. 48 hour advance reservations required.
Traditional Tea
Tell Mom & Grandma “I love you” in a special way this year.
Cocktail Based
Take a step back in time through exploring prohibition era cocktails.
Traditional Tea
An annual tradition, our holiday tea is a welcomed respite from the hustle and bustle of the season.
Celebrate any special occasion with a fun and whimsical experience. Our Private Tea service is elegant and refined, featuring small personal touches to make the guest of honor feel extra special. In addition to the selection of teas and sweet and savory courses, private teas also feature:
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