The Best Cup of Tea This Side of New York City . . .

Honestly, I haven't found it yet. Thus far, of all of the places I have had tea in New Jersey, Starbucks is probably your best option. The selection of teas there is not enormous, but at least they're consistent and the water is hot. I will steadily provide my reviews of the cups of tea I have in restaurants and cafes, but, for now, if you happen to be traveling to Boston, may I suggest that you try Tealuxe (http://www.tealuxe.com). They have three cafes in the area: Harvard Square in Cambridge, Newbury Street in Boston, and Thayer Street in Providence. Each day, they brew several choices of regular and decaf black teas and herbals, generally both hot and cold. Plus, they have a wall of loose tea choices that you can take home with you or have them brew you a cup or a pot on the spot. Each cafe has a cozy atmosphere that makes you want to stay and linger over your brew, which I suggest you do. The people watching in all of their locations is top notch.