The Spice & Tea Exchange Opens in Katy

KATY, TX – The Spice & Tea Exchange®, a specialty retail store offering an extensive selection of exotic teas, spices, exclusive seasonings, salts, and naturally-flavored sugars, recently opened its doors in Katy. The new store is located at La Centerra at Cinco Ranch and will be open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m.—6 p.m.

Local owners Jocelyn and Ken Schneider are inviting the community to celebrate the grand opening of The Spice & Tea Exchange with events beginning on Friday, March 8, 2019, and Saturday, March 9, 2019. The weekend celebration will feature the following –

• Friday open house from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.: Visitors can choose a free gourmet gift from a selection of products ranging from teas and salts to blends and spices. Hors d’oeuvres made with store products, tea sampling, and tea-infused sangria.
• Raffles: Friday and Saturday enter to win a gift crate worth a total value of up to $90.
• Saturday In-Store Specials: Spend $35, get a free Texas Sunshine Mini Grinder

In the modern apothecary shop, guests are invited to browse an array of globally-sourced spices, naturally-flavored sugars, sea salts, exotic teas and hand-mixed spice blends, indulging the senses as they breathe in the aroma of each jar. The Spice & Tea Exchange also offers recipe kits, gift boxes, and kitchen accessories to complement the spice and tea selections.

“Katy has a very eclectic and diverse community, which is reflected in the various items that have quickly become local favorites. Our most popular teas are Jasmine Pearls, Coconut Oolong, Earl Grey Crème, and Marrakesh Mint,” said Jocelyn.

The Spice & Tea Exchange of Katy is a haven for anyone looking to add more flavor to their lives. While immersed in the rich décor, customers can peruse on their own or work one-on-one with a knowledgeable employee to customize flavor combinations that will expand the taste palates of beginners and five-star chefs alike.

Jocelyn and Ken are originally from Wyoming and just recently moved back to Houston from Anchorage, Alaska. Prior to that, the couple called Houston home for nine years. The Schneiders discovered The Spice & Tea Exchange when they first moved to Anchorage and were searching for a place to supply Ken’s love for tea. Living in Anchorage, fresh fish is a staple in many households; specifically, halibut and salmon. Looking to try new and different ways to prepare fish, Jocelyn began to explore all that the store had to offer.

“We had become regulars at The Spice & Tea Exchange in Anchorage,” said Jocelyn. “When we found out we were moving back to Houston, we realized there was no store nearby. Instantly, we knew this was the business we wanted to own and that Katy was the perfect place to open up shop! It’s like it was all meant to be.”

For more information regarding The Spice & Tea Exchange® of Katy, visit https://www.spiceandtea.com/katy.html or call 281-394-5150.

About The Spice & Tea Exchange

The Spice & Tea Exchange® was founded in 2008 with a vision to create a one-of-a-kind retail shopping experience. The company has 67 franchise stores across the United States, providing guests with more than 140 spices, 85 exclusive hand-mixed blends, over 40+ exotic teas, naturally-flavored sugars, salts from around the world, gourmet gifts and accessories. For more information, visit www.spiceandtea.com. For Franchising information, visit www.franchise.spiceandtea.com.