12:30 pm on a tuesday and there was a steady stream of people coming through the door, but nothing that felt rushed. seating is limited, with just a few tables inside and a couple more out on the patio, but there was enough room to settle in while deciding what to order.
teaspoons & co is one of those places that immediately feels cheerful. tucked along east hastings in the heights, it's bright, cozy, and full of personality. natural light pours through the front windows, warm wood shelving lines the walls, and colourful little details give the space a welcoming feel.
while looking over the menu, i found myself distracted by the makers corner. it's filled with handmade goods from local artists, including stickers, keychains, pet tags, greeting cards, ceramics, and other little treasures. it's the kind of display where you stop for a quick look and end up spending a few extra minutes browsing.
once i finally made it back to the counter, i realized just how many matcha options there were. teaspoons & co sources premium matcha from uji, shizuoka, and fukuoka, japan, and they clearly take their tea seriously. they also mill premium tea leaves into a silky powder for their milk tea lattes, and you'll find traditional teaware, bamboo chasens, and other matcha accessories if you're inspired to make your own at home.
the menu doesn't stop at matcha either. there are fresh fruit smoothies, milk teas, and plenty of specialty drinks, with toppings like pearls, crystal pearls, and flavoured jellies if you want to customize your order.
i went with the guava matcha latte made with oat milk.
while i waited, the smell of freshly baked cookies kept drifting over from the counter. they're baked in house, and i was already regretting not ordering one.
when my drink arrived, it was almost too pretty to stir. the soft pink guava layered, creamy oat milk and vibrant green uji matcha made it look like summer in a cup.
the matcha was smooth, rich, and earthy, and you could tell it was high quality. i just wish the guava had been a little more noticeable. it added a touch of sweetness, but the matcha was definitely the star. if you're someone who enjoys a bold, authentic matcha flavour, you'll probably love it. i was simply hoping for a little more tropical fruit to peek through.
teaspoons & co feels less like a typical bubble tea shop and more like the kind of neighbourhood café you stumble across and keep coming back to. whether you're there for a thoughtfully made matcha, a fresh smoothie, a homemade cookie, or just to browse the makers corner, it's an easy place to spend more time than you intended. read more