茶馆选址及营销计划英文版(doc 13)

Table of contents 1. Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………2 2. History and brief analyze of tea………… …………………………………………… 2 3. Name and location of the Teashop ……………………………………………………4 4. The teashop’s special characteristics and its market-oriented mission ……………….5 5. The investment and profits analysis…………… ………… …………………………7 6. Conclusion ………………………………………… ………………………………...7 7. References…………………………………………… ……………………………….8 8. Local teashop observation sheet……………………… ………………………………9 9. Teashop name and some picture…………………………………………………….back Introduction Toronto is famous for its multi-culture. There are many different nations in this city. Among these nations, Indian and Chinese immigrants are the most. Many Chinese or Indian people love to have a cup of traditional tea, instead of coffee during the day. They are not used to going to Tim Horton or Starbucks for meeting their friends and spent time alone. They need a place they can feel comfortable, and Asian. A tea place for ethnic community to social is on demand. Currently, tea is more popular than ever in North America. Cai, Quanbao (1998), the president of the Tea Association of the USA, forecasts the tea market and states that "tea will continue to grow at double digit rates over the next several years and might even exceed those expectations with increased marketing investment" (p10). The tea salons first appeared in New York City and have increased for the last several years (Tea time, 1998). Every indication is that there will be a strong market for tea in the United States for the next five or ten years (Barr, V. & Broudy, C.E. (1996). Canadians drink over 7 billion cups of tea each year (). On the basis of these literature research and market research in downtown Toronto, I am planning to open a teashop in downtown Toronto. I will detail my proposal in the following sections. History and brief analyze of tea Tea is the world's most popular prepared drink. Shen Nong, discovered it in 2737 BC (Chow & Kramer, 1990) when a tea leaf accidentally fell into the bowl of hot water he was drinking. Tea then become a popular drink in China, and was introduced to the world little by little. Canadians did not have their first tea until 1717, which was imported by the Hudson Bay Company. In the early 19th century, afternoon tea as a social custom, was originated by Anna, 7th Duchess of Bedford. The Duchess began inviting guests to join her for a cup of tea and some sweets and savories in the afternoon, in order to fill the long gap between breakfast and late dinners. The ritual caught on in England and North America and soon became an afternoon tradition that remains today. Modern afternoon tea at trendy tea salons and cafés feature a wide variety of quality teas and fine finger foods. It is generally believed that there are five categories of tea: Black tea, green tea, oolong tea, Flavored Tea, and Herbal/Tisane. Most commonly used in North American tea bags, black tea is made from leaves that have been fully oxidized, producing a hearty deep rich flavor in a colored amber brew. Keemun is the most famous one among black tea family. Keemun is the foundation of many English breakfast blends. (Some English Breakfasts are all Keemun.) (Brigham, B (1999).Most popular in Asia, green tea is not oxidized. It is withered, immediately steamed or heated to prevent oxidation and then rolled and dried. It is characterized by a delicate taste, light green color and is very refreshing(Brigham, B (1999).Jasmine is one of the green tea. Jasmine tea has long been a favorite of tea connoisseurs around the world. The compelling and absorbing fragrance of jasmine blossoms lingering above the pot as the tea is brewed must surely be one of life's little jewels! (Clausen 1997). The name oolong literally translates as "Black Dragon" and is very popular in China. Oolong refers to partly oxidized leaves, combining the taste and colors qualities of black and green tea. Oolong teas are consumed without milk or sugar and are extremely flavorful and highly aromatic (Clausen 1997). Flavoured Tea are real teas (Camellia Sinensis), blended with fruit, spices or herbs. Fruit flavored tea such as apple or blackcurrant, is real tea blended with fruit peel or treated with the natural oil or essence. Spiced and scented teas using cinnamon, nutmeg, jasmine or mint, are also real teas blended with spices, flowers or other plants (Clausen 1997). Herbal infusions or tisanes such as Camomile, peppermint or nettle, do not contain any real tea leaf. The term "herbal tea" is somewhat of a misnomer, since these products are not really tea at all. Herbal beverages or infusions can be derived from a single ingredient or a blend of flowers, herbs, spices, fruits, berries and other plants (Clausen 1997). 3.Name and location of teashop The teashop I am planning to open will be named as “Fresh Corner ”， which