Full Elegant High Tea Experience - The Escarpment Tearoom

Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in food and beverage but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Edwina Doddoington, owner of The Escarpment Tearoom, located in Milton, ON, Canada.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

Newborn to not born yet to 100-year-olds of all genders. It's unique.

Tell us about yourself

I am just starting retirement. It has always been in my life, new faces and returning guests and how excited we get over tea and service.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

Starting a business with no funding is hard but doable... finding creative ways to market .......Seeing guests return frequently with family and friends ....... word of mouth and recommendations goes a long way.

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

Trying to be cook hostess bookkeeper booking person takedown set up fine-tuning every aspect.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

Do it, surround yourself with loyal workers, family, and friends.

Is there anything else you'd like to share?

I am in the process of selling the Tea Room after seven years. I am 70 years old moving out to Vancouver Island with my family. I hope that I find a loving new tea person to take over.

Where can people find you and your business?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/edwina888

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