RIDGEWOOD, NJ, April 24, 2024: Ridgewood has long held the honor as a Best Place to Live, and now there is another reason for Ridgewood to be the place to be. On February 23rd, The Spice and Tea Exchange® of Ridgewood silently opened their doors at 256 E Ridgewood Avenue, enticing people walking by to stop in and explore simply based upon the alluring fragrances of spices and teas wafting out onto the street. Two months later, it is a hidden gem that everyone is talking about.
On Friday, May 3, 2024 at 4pm the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce and Village Council will officially welcome The Spice and Tea Exchange® of Ridgewood with a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting event with special guest, Deputy Mayor Paula Perron. The celebration will continue throughout the weekend with promotions for May 4th, ‘May the Fourth be With You’ Day (buy three Grinders get the fourth for free), and May 5th, Cinco de Mayo (buy one get one free 16oz. tea at the tea bar). We will be sampling a variety of our products each day and invite you to join us on a journey towards a more flavorful life.
A unique specialty food retail experience, The Spice and Tea Exchange® of Ridgewood welcomes their guests at the door like family, encouraging them to open any of the jars lining the shelves. Featuring custom spice blends, exotic loose-leaf teas, infused sugars, salts, and honeys, it is a shopping experience like no other. On any given day you can watch knowledgeable “Spice Masters” curating their blends in- store or steeping a cup of tea for eager tea enthusiasts.
“I have always had a passion for spices and food history, so when I was ready to invest in my own business, I knew right away that The Spice and Tea Exchange® franchise was the path forward,” said Lynn Kenney, owner of the new Ridgewood store. “The amount of support the franchise offers new owners is unbelievable, but it is the kindness from all of the other franchisee owners across the country that really makes this franchise feel more like family.”
With a walkability score of 95/100 from Walk Score®, Ridgewood is the ideal location for The Spice and Tea Exchange®. Catering to the diverse array of visitors who come downtown to stroll, shop, and dine, our unique experiential store offers an unparalleled experience. There simply is nothing else like it in town.
“In only two months, we are already seeing repeat guests coming in for their daily cup of tea or to refill their pantries with fresh spices and blends,” continues Kenney. “Many stay for a while, chatting with usabout all things food, tea and spices from around the world. The sense of community that we are seeing by creating and sharing the experience of a more flavorful life for everyone who enters our doors, is simply amazing.”
More About The Spice and Tea Exchange® of Ridgewood
TEA – We have over 80 looseleaf teas from Pu-erh Black, White, Oolong, Green, Matcha (sweet and Ceremonial) and Herbal (non-caffeinated).
SPICE – Our spice wall is well-stocked, extremely fresh, and packed with flavor, not preservatives. With three cinnamons (including True Ceylon – the true cinnamon) and six Paprikas (including the most popular Hungarian version!) Our spice wall showcases the depth of flavor that we are seeking to transform an everyday meal into a dining experience.
SPICE BLENDS – Spice up your dinner with our amazing assortment of spice blends! Let us take the guesswork out of cooking tonight. Indulge in our exclusive, in-house crafted spice blends – a taste you won’t find anywhere else!
GIFTS- Discover our wide selection of culinary accessories and gifts, including custom-curated options for corporate events, weddings, and more! Contact Lynn, our owner, for personalized assistance.
MAKE IT YOUR OWN – The Spice and Tea Exchange® also partners with local restaurants and businesses, offering wholesale products and white-label options. Elevate your menu or brand with our high-quality spices and teas. Call the owner, Lynn, for more information.
EVENTS – Wish you could host events here? Yes, you can! With 2,000 square feet of space, our store features an impressive event space on the main floor. From fundraisers and concerts to tea parties, birthdays, weddings, and more, we can accommodate a variety of events. Let your imagination run wild – just ask owner Lynn Kenney.
SHIPPING – Yes, we ship too! Call, email us at [email protected], or stop into the store to place an order. All orders over $65 ship free!
About The Spice & Tea Exchange® of Ridgewood
The Spice & Tea Exchange® was founded in 2008 with a vision to create a one-of-a-kind retail shopping experience. The company has over 90 brick and mortar locations across the United States, providing guests with over 140 spices, 85 exclusive hand-mixed blends, 80+ loose-leaf teas, naturally-flavored sugars, salts, gourmet gifts and accessories.
The Spice & Tea Exchange® of Ridgewood is locally owned and operated by Lynn Kenney, Ridgewood resident and mom. Located at 256 East Ridgewood Avenue in Ridgewood, New Jersey, the store is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information regarding The Spice & Tea Exchange® of Ridgewood,
visit https://www.spiceandtea.com/ridgewood, call the store directly at 201-322-0002 or follow us on social at facebook/tsteridgewood or on Instagram @spiceandtea.ridgewood Orders can be placed online at www.spiceandtea.com/ridgewood or by placing an order via email or phone.
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