Afternoon teA is one of our
finest rituals. the refreshing taste
of the tea (loose-leafed, of course),
delicate, chic ‘finger’ sandwiches,
cream-filled scones, sweet pastries
and the daintiest slices of cake, all
served in the relaxed surroundings
of a luxurious hotel terrace, lounge
or restaurant…What’s not to like?
introduced to Britain in the
1840s, afternoon tea emerged as
a fashionable way to suppress the
appetite prior to dinner.
today, the trend for tea and
nibbles is more an
occasional treat,
something which
might be enjoyed on
a special occasion
or while out on a
shopping spree.
this may explain
why the options for
afternoon tea have
become ever more
varied and, dare we
say, eccentric during
recent times.
Here’s an insight
into the range of afternoon teas
currently being served locally…
mad hatters tea PartY
sanderson and the shoreditch
design collective, Luna & Curious,
have collaborated to create a highly
theatrical Mad Hatter’s Afternoon
tea. the fantastical feast features
marshmallow mushrooms and a
carrot meringue. outlandish!
sex and the citY Par-tea
A member of the tea Council’s
prestigious tea Guild, Hyatt
regency London – the Churchill
is the ideal venue for a traditional
Afternoon tea. it is also the only
place to try the sex And the City
Par-tea. served on tiered stands, it
includes savoury dishes inspired by
the new York-based tV show.
dom ruinart afternoon tea
served in the magnificent art deco
foyer and reading room of
Claridge’s (below), the hotel’s
award-winning Afternoon tea is
enhanced by a glass of fizz and the
relaxing tones of a resident pianist.
the perfect pit-stop on a busy
shopping trip to Bond street,
Claridge’s serves its own delicious
blend of tea, Claridge’s royal.
Bijoux afternoon tea
served in the glittering Palm Court,
the centrepiece of the Langham,
London since 1865, the theo
fennell Bijoux Afternoon tea is a
modern-day interpretation of the
classic, British tradition. it offers a
selection of irresistible treats made
by the award-winning Pastry Chef
Cherish finden – and inspired by
theo fennell’s exquisite jewellery.
Bejewelled
afternoon tea:
The Langham’s
Head Pastry
Chef, Cherish
Finden, has
been inspired
by jeweller
Theo Fennell’s
use of colour
and attention
to detail
Time for
tea
Afternoon tea is back in fashion and local residents are
spoilt for choice by some of London’s best establishments
Sex And The
City Par-Tea:
includes a mini
hot dog and
burger plus a
pair of pink
stiletto pastries
Afternoon teAs
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