"Open Door Tea in Stratford, Connecticut, is as welcoming as the name suggests, sporting comfy mismatched armchairs inside the roomy shop. The tea comprises a global mix of single-origin and signature blends branded with twee animal illustrations — like the robust New England Breakfast repped by raccoons — and served in French presses or in latte form. Don’t miss house-made baked goods, from scones and gluten-free muffins to cheesecakes, cookies, and lemon bars, as well as brunch fare like a kielbasa and sauerkraut sandwich on a pretzel roll that nods to owner Kasia Lindeberg’s roots in Poland." - Stasia Brewczynski
