CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA) — If you need an excuse to slow down and savor a hot cup of tea, you may want to put this Gem of Tampa Bay on your list.

Joseph’s Tea in Clearwater opened up in 2021 and was founded by Shannon and Guerby Joseph.

Shannon and Guerby met when they were working in New York a few years ago and actually went on a date to a tea room in Manhattan.

“We had this really incredible bonding experience over this shared pot of tea,” Shannon said.

Shannon said she also developed a love for tea after she stopped drinking coffee for health benefits.

“I just thought ‘wow ‘. There’s something really, really special about tea.” she said. “It has all these amazing health benefits and properties, and it brings people together.”

The Josephs then moved to Florida and opened up an online tea shop before their tea room and shop In Clearwater.

This gem offers around 100 tea blends, including peach mango black tea, white strawberry basil, white peach and even a lemon meringue green tea.

Afternoon tea can be served with a salad and three-tier tray with sandwiches, scones and desserts.

Gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan options are available.

Joseph’s Tea in Clearwater is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. then Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Click here to make a reservation.

Joseph’s Tea Bar in Dunedin is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. then Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.