Author, Entrepreneur, Tea Sommelier
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The Hacienda Hotel: A Historic Boutique Experience in New Port Richey, Florida

The Hacienda Hotel: A Historic Boutique Experience in New Port Richey, Florida

The Hacienda Hotel: A Historic Boutique Experience in New Port Richey, Florida

 Tucked into the beautiful landscape along the banks of the Pithlachacotee River in historic downtown New Port Richey, nestled on the west coast of Florida, is a historic hotel,,,,

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Perspective: World Tea Conference + Expo Shines a Global Light on Tea

The Hacienda Hotel: A Historic Boutique Experience in New Port Richey, Florida

The Hacienda Hotel: A Historic Boutique Experience in New Port Richey, Florida

When I was asked to be a part of a speaking team – along with my husband, Bryan Hackman of Cotee River Brewing Company – at the 2022 World Tea Conference + Expo, I was unsure what to expect with this year’s event. 

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Four Last Minute Ideas to Drive Holiday Tea Sales

The Hacienda Hotel: A Historic Boutique Experience in New Port Richey, Florida

Winter Vibes - Five Ideas to Engage Tea Customers During the Holidays

 It’s that time of year when retailers scramble to take advantage of every last holiday sale before the big day arrives (yes, I’m talking about Christmas).



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Winter Vibes - Five Ideas to Engage Tea Customers During the Holidays

The Hacienda Hotel: A Historic Boutique Experience in New Port Richey, Florida

Winter Vibes - Five Ideas to Engage Tea Customers During the Holidays

I don’t know about you but when I step outside in Florida this week, I can definitely tell that winter is in the air. 




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Fall Vibes: Five Ways to Engage Your Teahouse or Retail Customers

Fall Vibes: Five Ways to Engage Your Teahouse or Retail Customers

Fall Vibes: Five Ways to Engage Your Teahouse or Retail Customers

Fall is a favorite time of year for many. It’s a change in the season that signals the “dog days of summer” are gone and that more cozy...... 



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Tea & Post-Pandemic Success: Tips for Return to 'Normal'

Fall Vibes: Five Ways to Engage Your Teahouse or Retail Customers

Fall Vibes: Five Ways to Engage Your Teahouse or Retail Customers

Over the past few months, we have continued to see signs of life, returning to what we used to consider “normal.” Mandates that were passed last year to help protect us from the COVID-19 pandemic are starting to be rescinded....

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Five Tea Trends for 2021 - Perspective from a Tea Shop Owner

Fall Vibes: Five Ways to Engage Your Teahouse or Retail Customers

Five Tea Trends for 2021 - Perspective from a Tea Shop Owner

The one traditional thing about trends is that they tend to come and go. Think back to your youth and the trends of the day. For me.....




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The Seven Secrets of Thriving, Successful Tearooms

Fall Vibes: Five Ways to Engage Your Teahouse or Retail Customers

Five Tea Trends for 2021 - Perspective from a Tea Shop Owner

 

Just over six years ago, I decided to leave my full-time job as an executive director of a not-for-profit organization. At the time.....



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