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Tea At The White House

In the cozy little town of Waterdown, Ontario (population 10,000), lies a northern “White House.” Intriguingly named for a Canadian venue, Tea At The White House is an inviting respite for both locals and out of towners, attracted either by the town’s quaint appeal, whimsical shops, or abundance of nearby waterfalls and trails.

Current owners Andrew May and Connor Skingley purchased the tearoom, which was originally located in a charming white house, in 2017. Connor is a native of this hamlet, while Andrew hails from a neighboring city. Both tea lovers, they had been fans of the shop and dove into ownership when

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