"I am honored to receive this kind of feedback from our customers and our community," says Kerstin Wingert, President and Founder of Souvia® Tea. Souvia Tea has been recognized by two groups for its excellent service to the community and its customers.

The Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce nominated Souvia® Tea for its annual Sterling Awards and Wavelength Magazine awarded Souvia Tea its "Top Shop" designation. The 3 nominees for the Sterling award are recognized not only for their Innovative businesses but also for what they give back to the community.

"Even though we're small we try to find ways to help others in a meaningful way," continues Wingert. Souvia® supports groups ranging from Arizona State University's Kerr Cultural Center to Phoenix's Zoofari.    The recognition comes from Public Radios' Wavelength Magazine and its readers. Public Radio's listeners rated Souvia® Tea a "Top Shop" and the magazine called them "a landmark for tea lovers."

"We are big fans of public radio and to be recognized by the their listeners is truly special to me," said Wingert. The article called Souvia® Tea "a great place with a wonderful atmosphere, friendly staff and oodles of tea."

About Souvia®
Souvia® Tea has Arizona's largest collection of premium loose leaf teas and herbals that can be prepared at home or enjoyed right in its stores. Souvia® Tea carries Black, Green, White, Oolong and Hebal infusions including Organic and Fair Trade® selections. Souvia® Tea is the source for information on tea through its passionate, knowledgeable staff and regular classes and tastings. Souvia® Tea has been featured on "Good Morning Arizona," "Sonoran Living," KPNX's upFront programs, as well as in Gourmet News, Phoenix Home and Garden and the Arizona Republic. With a contemporary European design that reflects the natural basis of the product offered, Souvia® Tea strives to create an environment that appeals to tea drinkers of all levels. For more information please visit www.souvia.com or stop by one of the two locations in Phoenix at 15414 N. 7th street and Scottsdale at 4320 N. Miller #107.