Miss Martha's Tea Room &
Gifts
From High Tea to exquisite homemade lunches, Miss Martha's Tea Room &
Gifts is a
Westmoreland County jewel not to be missed.
From the moment
you enter Miss Martha's Tea Room & Gifts, you realize that this charming shop is
a place you will return to again and again. There is a wall length mural of a
Victorian garden, a stunning staircase of Old World elegance (perfect for group
pictures), and an array of enchanting gifts and collectibles. Located in
Scottdale, PA, Miss Martha's Tea Room & Gifts presents exactly the kind of break
from the ordinary sought by so many women today.
At the heart of the shop is a cozy dining area replete with a baby
grand piano, pieces of salvaged Victorian architecture and other classic and
antique accoutrements. Lunch, which begins at 10:00 am and is served until 3:00
pm, is an attraction in itself. Miss Charmaine's Crab Bisque has been compared
to the best of the New England coast, and everything from the Quiche of the Day
to vegetable wraps prepared with grilled red pepper and onion is made from
scratch, using the finest ingredients. Sir David's Cucumber Tea Sandwiches,
crafted from thinly sliced cucumber, cream cheese, butter, and six herbs, are a
favorite, and when the menu says "homemade pie," it is a guarantee of handmade,
oven-fresh excellence.
The fun really begins for those who make reservations for one of
Miss Martha's spectacular teas. "Afternoon Tea" and "Evening Tea" are available
for groups of 8 to 45, with Miss Martha's antique tables beautifully set with
china and stemware. The best teas and coffee are served, and, to make the event
special, fancy hats and tea gloves are made available to wear. The menu includes
scones, tea breads, Devonshire cream, and raspberry preserves. Options of
assorted deserts are served on three tiered servers to help customize your
teatime to the tastes of your group.
Women's organizations such as the Red Hat Society and area Bridge
clubs have found Miss Martha's Tea Room the perfect fun getaway.
By adding a selection of tea sandwiches and the possibility of a
decorated cake, "Victorian High Tea" takes teatime to a new level, suitable for
birthdays, baby showers, retirement parties, or just a special time together
with friends. Then there is the "Victorian Birthday Tea Party for Girls," a
memorable event for girls ages 5 to 12, with two games and one craft activity,
as well as tables beautifully set with linens and real china. A selection of Tea
Sandwiches for the younger set round out a menu complete with Miss Martha's Pink
Lemonade. The decorated teapot cakes are a wonder to behold.
For these elegant parties, groups of up to 40 can be accommodated.
All teatime events include the option of a group picture taken on the
magnificent staircase with the wall length Victorian mural in the background.
Yet another mark of distinction for Miss Martha's Tea Room are the
special events, held generally once per month. In early August 2003, an evening
of operatic and musical theater selections was presented, with ticket prices
including dessert and drinks. This will be followed in October by Pittsburgh
area songwriter and balladeer Heather Kropf, whose unique style is attracting
growing audiences. Throughout the year, there are always special things
happening at Miss Martha's Tea Room & Gifts, but please call for reservations,
as seating is limited.
Of course, reservations are never needed to stop by and shop or
browse Miss Martha's selection of gifts. You will find tea sets, Fenton
handcrafted American glass, Harmony Kingdom figurines, and Root candles in a
wide variety of styles and scents, from cinnamon apple to English lavender. And
if you don't see it here, only half a block away is Collections by Marty, Miss
Martha's sister store and a veritable treasure house of collectibles ranging
from country gifts and home decorating accessories to Vera Bradley handbags,
jewelry, and everything for bath & body. Unlike mass-market stores, Collections
by Marty takes many custom orders for rugs, lampshades, and decorating
accessories. They are always working to add the finest touches to your home
décor. With the nostalgic feel of an old-time general store, Collections by
Marty can make your shopping adventure in Scottdale complete.
Miss Martha's Tea Room & Gifts is the fulfilled dream of owner Marty
Savanick, who has always loved antiques, collectibles, and making people happy.
Her first entrepreneurial venture came in 1989 with opening of Collections by
Marty in Scottdale. Following this success, Marty opened a second, larger store
along Route 31 in Donegal, one well positioned to take advantage of tourist
traffic through the Laurel Highlands and to Seven Springs. But as her businesses
grew, Marty always harbored the dream of opening a Tea Room, at first thinking
the new enterprise could be a part of Collections by Marty. But when the old
Provident Book Store in Scottdale became available, Marty knew the time for her
Tea Room had come at last. Today, the entire family is involved in running
Marty's ventures, including her husband Reuben and sons Benjamin, Nathan, and
Adam.
The future looks bright, and Marty is far from having run out of
ideas. Seven dining rooms are being restored on the second floor, perfect for
Bridge clubs, Christmas parties, and small, elegant get-togethers. Etiquette
classes for young girls and other informational and entertainment events are
being planned.
Miss Martha's Tea Room & Gifts, in its wonderful, 125 year old
building, is a fun treat that should not be missed. So stop by, or plan to
reserve your group for a special teatime event; you will not be disappointed.
Store hours are Monday through Saturday 9:30 am to 4:00 pm and Closed on
Sundays. Lunch is served from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm daily, except Sunday.
Miss Martha's Tea Room & Gifts is located at 165 Pittsburgh Street, Scottdale,
PA 15683. For more information, call the Tea Room at 724-887-6574. Collections
by Marty is located ½ block away at 143 Pittsburgh Street and can be reached at
724-887-6488. The Donegal store can be reached at 724-593-7652. To reach Marty
by email:
Marty@CollectionsByMarty.com. For those wishing more information
on the Red Hat Society, go to
www.RedHatSociety.com.
Collectibles, exquisite lunches, and
elegant tea times by reservation:
Miss Martha's Tea Room and Gifts
is one of Westmoreland County's
hometown jewels.
Visit the web site:
www.MissMarthasTeaRoom.com
Call the Tea Room at 724-887-6574
Call Collections by Marty at 724-887-6488
Marty@CollectionsByMarty.com