Corporate Workshops & Gifting
Gift unique tea experiences to bring your team closer together!
"Thank you Katie for an informative and engaging virtual Tea and Chocolate workshop! Members of our employee resource group left it steeped in facts about tea origins, brewing tips, pairing recommendations and more. Katie is a delight to work with."
-Vjosa, The New York Times
“We had Katie host a Tea/Chocolate session for our IT Staff and it was an amazing virtual session. We really enjoyed the variety of tea/chocolates provided as well as the educational aspect of the workshop. Her passion and interest in tea and chocolate is really evident. We had a great time and would love to work with Katie again in the future”
-Will, QuadReal
“Katie is an amazing host and our group found the session extremely informative and enlightening. It brought our team together and was a wonderful virtual outing!“
-Debottym, Meta
“Katie facilitated a tea workshop during a virtual team summit attended by employees working from home in London, New York & Seattle. It was a great break from the flow of technical talks, and we all learnt something about tea! Everything went smoothly from shipping our sample tea and chocolate boxes internationally, to preparing for the day, and the event itself.”
-David, Google
“Katie's passion for tea was appreciated by all who attended our event. She welcomed people in and guided them in their selection. We all loved this unique activation to bring people together and to provide a little take away treat to enjoy later.”
-Glenda, Shoppers Drug Mart
“Katie’s lively and magnetic energy provided an incredible experience for young women who are navigating new chapters in their lives as first year university students. Her knowledge, nature, and expertise drew myself and the students I work with in for an incredible night of learning, discussion, and ultimately, a chance to take a breather! A student asked for her contact information after the event so that she could personally thank Katie for sharing her passion with us and making it one of our new found passions. I would recommend this experience to anyone 10 times over!”
-Emma Z, McMaster University
“Katie’s enthusiasm for all things tea-related is contagious. Her workshop was informative, experiential and fun. What a wonderful way to spend time together around something we all take comfort in… tea.”
-Janice M, Dalhousie University
“The military community from the Hamilton area totally enjoyed and learned alot from the Tea Tasting Workshop. Katie was a very knowledgeable presenter and I would recommend this organization to anyone.”
-Donna, SWO Military Family Resource Centre
“Katie created a custom program for our team, and she brought a wealth of knowledge, passion, and connection to our two events. Virtual engagement events can be a tough sell during the pandemic, as so many of us feel Zoom fatigue. However, Katie's approach was a breath of fresh air and gave us all the opportunity to step back, experience something together as a team, and enjoy each other's company -- despite being remote. Thank you for sharing your time with us!”
- Crunchyroll
“Katie’s tea tasting was a great opportunity for our remote team to come together, learn and socialize. It was Tea-rific.”
- Jasmine, Askuity
“It was an absolute pleasure working with Katie at Monarch Tea Co for our Virtual Tea Workshop for our staff. Her knowledge & passion for tea, combined with your excellent presentation skills made the experience engaging & fun for everyone involved. She was professional, funny and attentive to the participants questions. One of our favourite Virtual Workshops we have had. Highly recommend her.”
- Markella, TCap Private Equity
“Thank you for 2 great sessions! I think the team really enjoyed the education and virtual get together. You are such an engaging speaker and presenter so thank you for your flexibility and enthusiasm to keep the team engaged.”
- Gillian, BMO
“Thank you again so much for hosting our event. It was thoroughly enjoyed by all. The pairings were a lot of fun and everyone had a great time. Thank you also for being so flexible with all the last minute changes and additions. Everyone left there with some new tea knowledge and a great time so thank you again. So happy that everything went smoothly and for helping us out on our platform.”
- Michelle, Averna
Monarch Tea Co. Founder & Tea Sommelier Katie Cyr
Hi! I’m Katie, founder of the award winning Monarch Tea Co. & a Certified Tea Sommelier through the Tea & Herbal Association of Canada.
I’m passionate about leading virtual & in-person tea workshops that help bring teams closer together. From our interactive tea blending stations to our best-selling Tea & Chocolate Workshops, there is so much to discover about the fascinating world of tea!
Thousands of people worldwide have been enjoying our workshops over the past 10 years. If it’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s about the transformative power of tea to bring people closer together & create connection.
I look forward to sharing the art of tea with your team!
Happy sipping!
Katie
katie@monarchteaco.com
Workshops
In person & virtual workshops, an excellent team building experience!
Guests will learn about the fascinating and diverse world of tea by enjoying and exploring the six main classifications of the world's most popular beverage. We will start off the experience by learning more about what tea is, how tea plants are grown, how it's produced and the harvesting and production methods ranging from Pai Mu Tan white tea, Oolong, Pu'erh and more! We will then shift our focus to how to brew the perfect cup of tea in the comfort of your home and discuss any tea myths and misconceptions around "the perfect cup of tea". From $30/person for in-person, from $60/person for virtual.
Available both in person & virtually.
Come and enjoy an hour with two of life's greatest pleasures: tea and chocolate! Join Tea Sommelier and owner of The Monarch Tea Co., Katie Cyr, in an educational and interactive workshop involving the art of pairing tea with locally sourced chocolate.
Katie brings together two very diverse worlds and shows attendees how to pair and enjoy different teas and chocolates together. We will sample custom made gourmet chocolates paired with unique teas and learn how to expand our palates and create our own pairings at home. Available in both sampler (3 pairings) & deluxe (6 pairings). From $60/person.
Available both in person and virtually.
Enlighten your senses & knowledge of teas and tisanes through an interactive tea blending workshop! Explore over a dozen herbs, fruits and spices and create your own custom tea blend based on what flavours, tastes and health benefits appeal to you. Join Tea Sommelier and creator of The Monarch Tea Co., Katie Cyr, in this interactive workshop. Attendees will learn about the art, history and culture of tea blending as well as tips and tricks for creating your perfect brew. From $50/person.
Available both in person & virtually.
Guests receive a gift package filled with organic Canadian made cookies & loose leaf tea. Join Tea Sommelier Katie in lighthearted trivia & tea knowledge as we taste & discover unique flavours. From $60 per person.
Available both in person and virtually.
Explore the fascinating and diverse world of tea & cheese pairings. Guests will learn how terroir affects flavour and how to create perfect pairings at home with your favourite teas and cheeses. From brie, smoked cheddar to chevre, there is a delicious world to discover. Monarch Tea Co. owner & Tea Sommelier, Katie Cyr, will walk guests through six pairings that will delight and inspire. From $40/person.
Available in person only.
Guests simply come prepared with a mug of their favourite tea at home or in the office. Join Monarch Tea Co. owner & Tea Sommelier, Katie Cyr, as we delve into the fascinating world of tea. Guests will learn how to prepare the perfect cup of tea along with history, culture and tea classifications. From there, Katie will share some insider tips on how to "sip like a Sommelier"!. This fun and lighthearted workshop is perfect for groups. No prior experience of tea needed. From $250CAD + HST for 45 minutes, up to 50 people on Zoom
Available virtual only.
We can customize our tea workshops to fit within every budget & event size. Please contact us today for a personalized quote for your next in-person or virtual event.
At The Monarch Tea Co we specialize in creating custom corporate gifting featuring artisan, ethically made, Canadian products. From tea infused soaps, balms, bath soaks, lavender eye pillows and more, our gift sets create a sense of well being and calm through the art and ritual of tea.
Contact us today for more information and to receive a quote.