TEA TIME AT 202

By TERESA HAMMOND

as well as preserve the history of the Victorian time period.

“It’s just me,” she said of the Victorian style. “It’s just always been my thing and my vision.”

So close to 11 years ago, along with partner Bauman, the couple began work on the property, starting with the cinder block building adjacent to the Victorian.

First opened in mid-October 2022, the Tea at 202 tea house has been well received in the 209 and beyond. e reservation only based business o ers two seatings; 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Friday through Sunday.

Truhett, with the help of sister Judy, her daughter Tina (Furtado) Lucas, as well as her daughter in-law Carol Furtado, the fearless foursome bring their guests a true tea party experience complete with varying teas from the Azores, scones, nger sandwiches and signature desserts.

Truhett and her three dedicated accomplices gather at the house each week prior to hosting their guests to prepare everything that will be served. e homemade items are cra ed in the commercial kitchen of the 1884 home.

“ ese are recipes I’ve done forever,” Truhett said. “ e sugar cookies we’ve baked since we were kids. We’ve baked all our lives. Everything is traditional. We’re trying to do everything traditional.” e space that’s been created can host 26 to 30 per seating and private rooms are available at an additional cost.

Current cost for the 90-minute experience is $35 per person. According to Lucas, the response has been very successful and they continue to book parties for spring and beyond.

“It’s a tea time experience. at’s what we call it, it’s not just come in and have scones,” Truhett continued of the total experience.

Upon entering the home, the ve-year labor of love given to the space from the two owners is apparent. From the furnishings, to the moldings, oors, curtains, to serving pieces; nothing has been overlooked. Truhett shared that she and Bauman enjoy antiquing and through the years have collected much of what is being used for the current business venture.

To make a reservation or for additional information on Tea at 202, call 209-493-7431. ●