Being a Host, by Tea With Strangers

Tea Time Table Things

You could print these out, fold in half, and prop up on the table at the cafe…

You’re (almost) a Host!

If you received a Welcome note from us, this page is for you.

Picking a place to host your tea times

Tea times happen in public spaces. Cafes are usually prime for this, but in some cities, hotel lobbies, parks and parklets, plazas, or rooftops are options.

Host Utilities

Some things you know you need. Some things you don’t know you need.

Your Before Tea Time Checklist

You’re going to be a great host. Let’s make sure you feel like it.

Whether it’s your first tea time or your 25th, it can feel daunting to think about going to a cafe and waiting for 1–5 random people to…

Writing a reflection after tea time

Nobody becomes good at something without practicing it.

Hosting tea time is a deeply rewarding way to become a better listener, to ask questions that draw stories, and to find common ground between people…

Apply to be a Tea With Strangers Host

We believe everyone is able to be a great host, but we’re…

Social media friendly TWS graphics

A repository of art and other collateral we’ve made over the years

What do you talk about when you talk about Tea With Strangers?

Talking to people about Tea With Strangers—in real life and on the internet—is how we get people to come to tea time.