Tshikovi Tea House

Sabrina Fleming a year ago

Taking African Herbalism 101 was truly a transformative experience! This course didn’t just teach me about herbs—it reconnected me to the deep wisdom of my ancestors and their powerful traditions of healing. I walked away with a profound appreciation for the knowledge passed down through generations, and how that ancestral wisdom still holds so much relevance today. The material was presented in a way that was both easy to understand and deeply engaging. I never felt overwhelmed—just inspired. Every lesson opened a new door, not just into the physical uses of herbs, but also into mental and spiritual healing. It truly felt like a holistic approach to wellness, rooted in culture, history, and purpose. Professor Brown is absolutely wonderful! Their warm personality, passion for the subject, and genuine care for the students made the experience even more meaningful. You can really feel her heart and wisdom in every session❤️❤️. I would highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn how to heal themselves and others—body, mind, and spirit. Whether you’re just starting your herbal journey or looking to reconnect with your roots, African Herbalism 101 is the perfect place to

Tara Mudimbi a year ago

I had the incredible opportunity to take the 8-week African Herbalism course at Tshikovi Tea House, taught by the amazing Professor Brown, and it was truly a transformative experience. The curriculum she put together was not only thorough but also deeply rooted in traditional African herbal wisdom and history. Each week, we explored different herbs, their properties, and their cultural significance, and the selection of herbs we worked with was absolutely perfect. Professor Brown’s teaching style was engaging, informative, and inspiring—she has a way of making complex information accessible and meaningful. This course exceeded all my expectations, blending hands-on learning with historical and practical knowledge in a way that felt both empowering and enlightening. If you’re interested in African herbalism, natural healing, or just want to deepen your ancestral connection to traditional plant medicine, I highly recommend this course at Tshikovi Tea House!

Trish Colson a year ago

I cannot say enough great things about African Herbalism 101: Roots, Remedies, and Resilience with Professor Brown! From start to finish, this 8-week journey was nothing short of amazing. Each virtual class was a perfect balance of fun, engagement, professionalism, and deep-rooted knowledge. Professor Brown’s passion for herbalism shone through in every session, making even the most complex concepts easy to understand and exciting to explore. The course was packed with valuable information, historical context, and practical applications, ensuring that we not only learned about traditional African herbs but also how to incorporate them into our daily lives. Every week, I looked forward to class, knowing I’d walk away with new insights, a stronger connection to holistic healing, and a deeper appreciation for herbal traditions. If you’re considering taking this course, DO IT! Professor Brown creates a welcoming and inspiring learning environment that leaves you feeling empowered and well-equipped to continue your herbalism journey. Highly recommend!

Courtney Pates a year ago

This experience was once of a lifetime! All of the wisdom and knowledge I’ve learned from this African Herbalism course was amazing! Professor Brown is amazing and she is very knowledgeable, kind, and patient! Everything that I have learned about different herbs and their benefits I will cherish and take with me forever and teach those that are willing to absorb and listen. What I loved most was that this whole experience was “for us by us”! Professor brown reminds me of my aunties that I grew up around when I was younger that would always make sure I was safe and kept me protected from harm and made sure I knew right from wrong. I can’t wait to take more courses! I’m excited! Much love to the best Professor ever! I’m also ready to purchase herbs and teas from her beautiful bar!!!

Delilah Peach-Williams 5 years ago

Had the pleasure of visiting an amazing new business Tshikovi Tea House in Phillipsburg NJ. Besides the rich taste & aroma of the tea, the pretty packaging & presentation will definitely pull you in. Growing up seeing women of color on packaging wasn’t a thing, fast forward today Founder Owner Yvette thought enough of women of color to make it a reality. I love the thoughtfulness of the whole space, from the colorful vintage like couch, lovely cool calm music serenading you while you shop, one of my favorite features of this establishment were the framed images on the walls celebrating African American Artists. Even the pretty flowers protruding out of the tops of body forms was a unique touch. Besides the owner Yvette being an absolute delight to be around, she’s extremely well versed on every single herb, ingredient & tea blend she creates. Yvette also hosts tea tours for small groups to learn more about her teas, special honeys & how they can benefit ones mental & or physical health. Overall this business is definitely an experience worth experiencing!