Vanessa Gilmore opens Tea with Judge V in King David Hotel in historic Riverside

Kathleen Coleman | 10/19/2022, 2:24 p.m.
Judge, author, and entrepreneur are some ways to describe Judge Gilmore. When she was sworn in as a federal judge …

Judge, author, and entrepreneur are some ways to describe Judge Gilmore. When she was sworn in as a federal judge in 1994, she was the youngest sitting federal judge in the nation. Now retired from the bench as a United States District Judge after 28 years of service, the is a sought-after speaker, a voice-over artist, and the author of four books. This month she adds entrepreneur to her resume with the opening of her new business venture, Tea with Judge V. It is set to open this month inside the Hotel King David, a unique boutique hotel, on the historic Riverside Drive in Houston, Texas.

Inspired by her desire to connect with her community, Judge V began hosting a weekly afternoon tea in her chambers for children. Over the years, she has entertained lawyers, students, scout troops, community leaders, and friends with her legendary afternoon teas. When asked why tea was the perfect way to connect with others, Judge V said, “Afternoon tea is relaxing and civilized. It allows you to live in the moment, eat great food and temporarily escape from the cares of the day.”

Judge V also hopes to use her tearoom to educate her guests about different varieties of teas and the many health benefits of tea. In addition, an essential aspect of Tea with Judge V will be highlighting local and woman-owned tea vendors and winemakers.

Tea with Judge V is located at 2615 Riverside Drive and will be open Friday - Sunday, from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Reservations are online at www.teawithjudgev.com.

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