Thé Jinjin
330 Marie-Anne Est, Montreal, H2W 1B1
After making a name for itself through a series of pop-ups and culinary collaborations across the city, Jinjin has finally found a home of its own. The Montreal teahouse is currently welcoming its first guests as part of a soft opening, with an approach that should especially appeal to those looking to experience tea and matcha prepared with true care and craftsmanship.
Behind Jinjin is Zhang Wenhui, who grew up in her parents' teahouse in Nanjing, China, surrounded by a culture where tea is as much about craftsmanship as it is about sharing. With Jinjin, she is now bringing that heritage to life in Montreal in her own way, alongside an all-female team.
Here, there are no unnecessary frills. Tea is truly at the heart of the experience, prepared with care and respect for the techniques and traditions behind it, all within a decidedly modern space where guests can simply sit down, take their time, and appreciate the craft. It's a beautiful way to make tea culture more approachable without watering down its traditions. For now, Jinjin is open during the day until 5 p.m., but there is more to come. Eventually, a Chinese food offering will be introduced in the evenings, adding a whole new dimension to the project.
After taking her teahouse concept around Montreal, Zhang now has a space of her own where she can bring her family traditions to life and, above all, continue sharing the knowledge she grew up with. It's a promising new opening that is sure to bring something special to the neighbourhood.
