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August's Unofficial But Important Holidays Blog Post by Room 2046 shop studio Toronto Canada

Unofficial But Important Holidays In August

We are all familiar with Labour Day, Halloween, Valentine's Day, and Easter, but did you know that there are over a thousand other commemorative days? If you need an excuse to celebrate this month, read on to learn about five odd but amusing holidays in August and how Room 2046 can help you commemorate these unusual occasions.

August 01, 2017 by Rachel C

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Health benefits of drinking tea blog post by Room 2046 cafe shop studio Toronto Canada

Sip Me Baby One More Time: 3 Ways Tea Can Improve Your Wellness

According to legend, the Chinese emperor Shen Nung discovered tea accidentally when leaves from a tree blew into his cup of boiling water in 2737 BCE. Tea contains compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, giving it a variety of health benefits. Grab your favourite mug and sip on some hot tea while you learn how this delicious drink can boost your health and wellness.

July 18, 2017 by Rachel C

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How to care for and water succulents and air plants blog post from Room 2046 cafe shop studio Toronto Canada

Quenching Summer Thirst: How To Care For Air Plants and Succulents

The beautiful weather and blooming gardens that come with spring and summer are urging us to incorporate a piece of nature into our home decor this time of year. Read on to learn how to care for your air plants and succulents and get inspiration for your summer aesthetic.

June 07, 2017 by Rachel C

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A Matcha Made in Heaven

We are now serving matcha green tea lattes at our #CafeInShop.

Matcha is powdered green tea unique to Japan, and just one glass is the equivalent of 10 glasses of regular loose leaf green tea. It is made with a stone-grinding process, which allows you to ingest the whole leaf and gain all of its benefits.

May 04, 2017 by Mateo B

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Burn Baby, Burn: How to Prolong the Longevity of Your Candle Wax

Does it seem like your candles burn faster than they should? It could be due to common mistakes you're making. Believe it or not, there is a proper way to burn a wax candle, so here are some hot tips on how to extend its longevity.

February 01, 2017 by Mateo Bressan

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6 Natural Ingredients for Better Skincare

A few key active ingredients that offer beauty benefits for a variety of skin types found in our collection of soaps handmade in Urla, Turkey.

January 17, 2017 by Mateo Bressan

Tags: All natural Apothecary Bath products Beauty Essentials Guide Handmade Male Grooming Nature Skincare Soaps Well-Being

Keycard to the V.I.P.

Get the new reloadable, convenient Room 2046 Key Card, and put a minimum $30 (or more) to receive a complimentary beverage of your choice! You could leave the card in the store, so you won't need your wallet when you come in.

September 29, 2016 by Mateo Bressan

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Bringing Home the Hammam Experience with Luxurious Turkish Towels & Soaps

Soft and functional, authentic Turkish towels or known as pestemals (peshtemals) are synonymous with quality as they are hand-loomed using 100% Turkish cotton or linen by family-run textile makers in Turkey.

February 23, 2016 by Kumala Nio

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Steep It Up: How to High Tea

Brewing loose leaf tea may seem pretty straight forward, but in fact it takes precision to make it properly. The right portion of tea in combination with the ideal temperature of hot water and just enough time steeping all play a vital role in a well balanced and expertly brewed cup of tea.

Instagram by Sloane Tea, now being steeped in Room 2046 Café in Shop

How to Brew High Tea
To start, lump 1 rounded teaspoon per 12 ounces of water of your favourite tea blend into a sachet or infuser. Then set your water to boil until the ideal temperature. Loose leaf teas can be sensitive to boiling temperatures, so take care not to burn your tea by following the guide below.

Black Tea - 100ºC | Oolong Tea - 90ºC | Green Tea - 79ºC | White Tea - 85ºC | Herbal Tea - 100ºC

After you've combined the tea and water allow it to steep for just the right amount of minutes. This is a matter of preference, but if you like a strong, bitter or bold flavour leave the bag in. Follow the guide below if you want to steep your game up to a properly brewed cup of tea.

Black Tea - 5-6 | Oolong Tea - 3-4 | Green Tea - 3-4 | White Tea - 3-4 | Herbal Tea - 5-6

Now all that's left to do is grab a biscuit or two, kick back and chill. If you want to sip in style, shop our selection of tea steeping systems and mugs by clicking HERE.

To find out our new menu coming this fall to the Café in Shop at our location on Yonge street in Toronto, click HERE.

September 11, 2015 by Mateo Bressan

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DESIGN & DONUTS

Our new year's resolution for 2015 is to EAT MORE GLUTEN. After 2+ years of offering gluten-free treats, we figured that it's time for Room 2046 Cafe to serve some delicious gourmet donuts. This season, we're bringing Parkdale's finest, Glory Hole Doughnuts to our Summerhill 'hood, north of Bloor of Toronto. Wash down these yeast-filled donuts with our signature drink, the Valmonte (Vanilla Almond Milk Latte), and as always browse our design selection.

January 22, 2015 by Kumala Nio

Tags: Desserts Food Food & Drink Treats Well-Being

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Unofficial But Important Holidays In August

Sip Me Baby One More Time: 3 Ways Tea Can Improve Your Wellness

Quenching Summer Thirst: How To Care For Air Plants and Succulents

A Matcha Made in Heaven

Burn Baby, Burn: How to Prolong the Longevity of Your Candle Wax

6 Natural Ingredients for Better Skincare

Keycard to the V.I.P.

Bringing Home the Hammam Experience with Luxurious Turkish Towels & Soaps

Steep It Up: How to High Tea

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