Experience a Tea Fit for a Queen at Bouchee Confections in Reno, Nevada

Bouchee Confections

940 W Moana Ln #102 

Reno, NV 89509

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Bouchee Confections in Reno is a local gem specializing in an exquisite selection of handcrafted bonbons, multilayered desserts, and housemade gelato. It is also one of the few spots in town where you can indulge in a delightful High Tea experience on select days, featuring housemade scones, finger sandwiches, an assortment of desserts, and, of course, quality loose leaf teas. Stop in for an array of artisanal treats stocked daily, including truffles, chocolate bark, chocolate bars, and more, or grab a pint of gelato along with an espresso or tea drink to enjoy on the go.

Reservations for High Tea 

$49/person is an absolute steal!

Or call/text (775) 384-1455 

***You can enjoy loose leaf tea by the pot a la carte any day of the week.***

Simply put, "Afternoon Tea (also known as High Tea)," a British tradition introduced in the 1840s by the Duchess of Bedford, Anna, was a means to bridge the gap between meals and tame hunger.  

Though there are subtle differences between "High" and "Afternoon" Tea, they have evolved to be used interchangeably as restaurants have found it easy to put the two in the same category for advertising purposes. 

Source of Picture: The Spruce

Today, tea is enjoyed as an occasional indulgence, a way to catch up with special friends, and is used to celebrate special occasions. 

Whatever the reason for tea, you can expect to delight in a lovely and cozy setting in which conversations happen naturally over dainty sandwiches, premium loose leaf teas, and fine pastries.

I am so thrilled that we have a legit tea service here in Reno provided by Bouchee Confections, a craft chocolate shop created and owned by Natalie, a passionate local chocolatier/pastry chef that's trained in France and has years of experience working in professional settings.  When I think of what makes our town the "Biggest Little City," it's places like this that come to mind - places that contribute offerings and serce rivaling that in bigger cities like San Francisco.

At the foundation of all that comes out of this shop is quality ingredients, special training, creativity, passion, and patience.  Natalie consistenly strives for excellence in all she does, always customizing recipes to the season, while taking customer feedback and tailoring menus according to fan favorites.

The amazing thing about Bouchee Confections is that High Tea is just one of the many incredible offerings at this delightful shop. Whether you’re stopping by for a latte, matcha, handcrafted dessert, bonbon, some gelato, or an artisanal gift from the shelves, you’re guaranteed great service, quality products and delicious products.

I’ve been visiting this shop for years, and Natalie, along with her team, has always been so welcoming and patient with me and my little ones from day one. Being the curious person I am, I can’t help but ask her questions about her craft, especially when something truly wows me (which happens often, HAHA!). Natalie has always been so gracious and happy to share her knowledge. She works tirelessly to ensure her customers have a wide array of desserts to choose from, and it’s a level of dedication that often goes unnoticed.

It's super important to note how Natalie spent countless hours managing the shop on her own in the past during its beginnings, especially during the pandemic.  She's come such a long way and worked so hard all these years to keep this dream and shops of hers alive and well.  And after what seemed like an eternity of obstacles and setbacks, Natalie has officially landed a 2nd larger kitchem she intends on using to create more concotions the whole community can enjoy.

So, here I am, sharing my gratitude for this incredible shop and the work Natalie pours into it. I hope you’ll make it out to try some of the amazing treats at Bouchee Confections. Life truly feels sweeter with desserts (and people) that make your heart and tummy happy.

P.S. If it counts for anything, Natalie's desserts tend to be more well balanced in terms of fats and sugars.  Everything offered here is pretty much guilt free. 

What to Expect at Bouchee's Tea Service

*Comforting and Tasty Sandwiches  

( menu changes with the seasons) 
My service came with: 

-Herbed egg salad 

-Roast beef, horseradish, and arugula 

-Brie, apple, and prosciutto

They were all so flavorful and delightful.  I kept on taking small bites because I didn't want the magic to disappear so fast. 

*Bottomless Premium Loose Leaf Tea
One flavor per person

Green, black and  herbal options available.

Coffees and Teas sourced from Glory Cloud in Carson City.  Visit their shop for exceptional craft products and service (order drinks while shopping for bags of coffee and tea). 

Their Strawberry Chocolate Pu'erh tea was BEYOND tasty.  What I love about their teas is how falvorful they are.  If you have some experience with tea, you'll probably know how they can sometimes be weak and flavorless.  Their is the opposite.

*An Assortment of Fine Pastries and Desserts

My service included a piece of divine chocolate, a delicious housemade shortbread cookie, a moist and flavorful scone, a beautiful chocolate-covered strawberry, and a gourmet housemade marshmallow.

*The Best Clotted Cream and Jams

What is Clotted Cream? 

The best thing you can spread onto your made from scratch scone!

Clotted cream is a thick butter made from heavy cream that's been baked for a long time in an oven.  With its long baking time comes the most flavorful type of thickened, earthy, and nutty kind of butter that has bits of explosive flavor in every bite.  

My service came with lemon curd and raspberry jam.  Both were so addicting, and, when added onto pastries with clotted cream, made for an explosion of flavor. 

*Attentative and Friendly Service

*A Mix of Lovely China and Teapots

Bouchee Confection's Teapots and Plates are absolutely cute and adorable. These touches make for a fun and charming experience.

Notes
-High Tea includes a two hour dining window
-Enjoy seasonal and holiday themed offerings
-Parking available
-Daily drink offerings feature espresso drinks, matcha lattes, and loose leaf teas.
-Indoor seating is available for a cozy experience
-Be sure to book in advance to secure your High Tea spot as they book out weeks in advance
-Discover additional products like art, candles, and more from local vendors showcased in the shop
-Help support this shop by following it on social media, leaving reviews, and sharing it with friends and family

Other Desserts and Treats at the Shop

(Selections may vary by season)

Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate - Crispy Chocolate Cookie Base, Chocolate Almond Sacher Cake, 66% Ecuador Origin Dark Chocolate, Cremeux Milk Chocolate Mousse, Dark Chocolate Glaze.  This is my most favorite dessert in all of Reno that I crave and dream about constantly.  This is every chocolate lover's dream come true.  The crispy chocolate cookie base is a game changer.

Strawberry Pistacio - Pistachio Financier, Strawberry Gelee, Mascarpone Vanilla Mousse, Red White Chocolate Glaze.  This is one of my favorites.  Delicate with so many layers of flavors and textures and supreme pistachio flavor.

Tropical (GF) - Coconut Dacquoise Cake Pineapple Vanilla Compote Mango Coulis Coconut Mousse Yellow White Chocolate Shell Vanilla Whipped Cream, Lime Zest.  This dessert is so refreshing with amazing tropical flavors.  If you're a fan of white chocolate and true tropical flavors, this dessert is for you. 

***All opinions are my own. Information subject to change.*** 

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