TEA BUTLER AT THE PFISTER HOTEL
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
From November through March, guests who make their way up to the 23rd floor of Milwaukee’s historic Pfister Hotel are treated to the soothing sounds of a live harpist, panoramic views of Lake Michigan, and an afternoon tea service. At the helm of this all-silver experience is Juan Rodriguez, The Pfister’s tea butler, who teaches guests about the nuances of their many varieties of tea, suggests food and flavor pairings, and personalizes the experience by blending the teas tableside.
“My most memorable tea service was doing a party for a couple who got engaged right there in front of all their family and friends,” Rodriguez says. “She said ‘Yes,’ and a year later they had their wedding here at The Pfister. They came back and celebrated their one-year anniversary in Blu.”