{"id":400,"date":"2023-03-17T17:11:42","date_gmt":"2023-03-17T17:11:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.enjoybritainonline.co.uk\/?page_id=400"},"modified":"2023-03-17T17:27:25","modified_gmt":"2023-03-17T17:27:25","slug":"afternoon-tea-in-london","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.enjoybritainonline.co.uk\/index.php\/destinations\/london\/afternoon-tea-in-london\/","title":{"rendered":"Afternoon Tea in London"},"content":{"rendered":"

Anyone for celebration afternoon tea?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, fancy cakes a glass of fizz and a pot of your favourite brew is a great way of marking a special occasion or to break out from winter.<\/p>\n

You can find afternoon tea offerings locally but if you would like something really special London\u2019s Knightsbridge is a place to head for, offering a contemporary and playful mix of haute couture, on-trend design, French patisserie flair, traditional exuberance and natural delights \u2013 a perfect addition to a day out in the capital, not cheap but really special for a special occasion.<\/p>\n

There are some excellent choices:<\/p>\n

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The Lanesborough new meadow afternoon tea offers a delicate taste of spring<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"The_Lanesborough_afternoon_tea\"<\/a><\/strong>A beautiful new offering for spring,\u00a0The Lanesborough’s new Meadow Afternoon Tea<\/a>\u00a0is inspired by the flora and fauna of neighbouring Royal Parks, including Hyde Park, St James\u2019s Park and Green Park.<\/p>\n

Alongside traditional afternoon tea favourites, including scones, jam and cream and delectable finger sandwiches, with flavours such as Cotswold chicken, mustard mayonnaise and parmesan; and organic cucumber, cream cheese and chive, the menu also features some spectacular sweet treats that showcase the skills of head pastry chef Salvatore Mungiovino. These include a bee-shaped white chocolate and heather honey ganache cakes, as well as the Chamomile Daisy centrepiece, a chamomile bavarois with an almond crunch biscuit base and mango cr\u00e9meaux, designed to be shared between two.<\/p>\n

Those sticking to tradition can enjoy a glass of house Champagne alongside their tea; but for a twist, Mickael Perron, the manager of the hotel\u2019s The Library Bar, has devised a delicious cocktail pairing. The elderflower and jasmine cocktail is a refreshing drink made from St-Germain elderflower liqueur, gin, fresh lime juice, white peach and jasmine soda and a dash of Maraschino liqueur. A non-alcoholic version is also available.<\/p>\n

The Lanesborough Meadow Afternoon Tea costs from \u00a368 per person; or \u00a382 with the elderflower & jasmine cocktail; or \u00a385 with a glass of Champagne. Children\u2019s afternoon tea menu from \u00a335.\u00a0For more details<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\"Bulgari<\/a>Afternoon tea with an Italian twist at the Bulgari Hotel
<\/strong>The new\u00a0Italian Afternoon Tea<\/a>\u00a0at The Bulgari Hotel London brings a taste of continental cool to Knightsbridge.<\/p>\n

Reinterpreting a traditional British classic with Italian flair and flavour,\u00a0it features savoury delicacies like Roman-style artichoke and taleggio bruschetta, cocoa and malt bread with turmeric marinated Scottish salmon and salsa verde, and a spinach bread sandwich filled with egg, Umbrian truffle and chive.<\/p>\n

Pastries\u00a0by\u00a0resident\u00a0pastry\u00a0chef\u00a0and chocolatier\u00a0Gianluca Fusto\u00a0follow. These include soft Florence Millot chocolate and Tuscan wood roasted peanut cake and an indulgent\u00a0IGP hazelnut crunchy choux with Ethiopian coffee, whipped cream and praline.\u00a0Adding a contemporary twist to an afternoon tea classic, guests can choose to have their scones served with\u00a0Cornish clotted cream ice cream.<\/p>\n

This Italian afternoon tea is accompanied by a choice of tea and costs \u00a395 per person or \u00a3105 with a glass of Champagne. Details here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\"Feya_Knightsbridge_Afternoon_tea\"<\/a>Feya Knightsbridge \u2013 a delight for lovers of everything pink<\/strong><\/p>\n

Feya’s<\/a> forest-inspired d\u00e9cor and powder pink walls and chairs, make it an Instagram hot spot. Afternoon tea costs just \u00a337.50 per person and features wild mushroom quiche, coronation chicken brioche and smoked salmon blinis. Sweet tooths will enjoy the selection of the finest mini patisserie plus traditional scones served with jam and clotted cream. There is also an extensive choice of premium teas plus a vegetarian tea option for the same price. Details here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"The_Berkeley_Pret-A-Porte<\/a><\/strong>Haute couture on the Berkeley\u2019s pr\u00eat-\u00e0-portea cakewalk<\/strong><\/p>\n

A firm favourite of sweet-toothed fashionistas,\u00a0The Berkeley’s Pr\u00eat-\u00e0-Portea<\/a>\u00a0gives a contemporary twist to afternoon tea with catwalk-inspired creations.<\/p>\n

Following a selection of sandwiches and savouries, this season\u2019s cakewalk collection opens with Christopher Kane, a striking floral gown with black accents crafted from cheesecake, set on a vanilla cr\u00e9meux and a crunchy sable biscuit and topped with wafer thin Opalys chocolate. Other delicious designer treats include Ralph Lauren\u2019s hero coat, recreated as a Black Forest gateau; Jean Paul Gaultier\u2019s denim couture gown, reimagined in Cassis bavarois with a blackcurrant filling; Prada\u2019s camel coat, made from chocolate biscuit, with intricate royal icing including pink statement fur sleeves.<\/p>\n

Dolce & Gabbana\u2019s fun fur coat and hat combo is immortalised as chequered light sponge in four, bold colours, wrapped in a rainbow of marzipan and topped with a meringue hat. Self Portrait\u2019s bow handbag combines Victoria sponge and orange marmalade, glazed in white icing and encased with Ivoire chocolate. The trademark golden bow is the final flourish. Finally, paying homage to a Harris Reed ensemble, there is a beautiful yogurt and honey mousse sharing cake. Pr\u00eat-\u00e0-Portea costs from \u00a375 per person or \u00a387 per person with a glass of Champagne. Vegetarian and vegan options are available. More details here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"CEDRIC_GROLET_GOUTE<\/a>P\u00e2tisserie perfection at the Berkeley with C\u00e9dric Grolet\u2019s afternoon \u2018go\u00fbtea\u2019
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Bringing afternoon tea harmony to Anglo-French relations is French p\u00e2tissier C\u00e9dric Grolet\u2019s\u00a0Go\u00fbtea<\/a>. Served in his namesake p\u00e2tisserie at The Berkeley, this fusion of Go\u00fbter (the French tradition of sweet snacking) and the best of British afternoon tea, is a showcase of miniature p\u00e2tisserie perfection. Comprising eight savoury and sweet creations, it includes the classic vanilla flower and Paris-Brest with seasonal patisserie including an illusion apple.<\/p>\n

C\u00e9dric Grolet\u2019s Go\u00fbtea costs \u00a385 per person or from \u00a397 per person with a glass of Champagne. For more information<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\"Mandarin_London_Roseberry<\/a>Afternoon tea in Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park\u2019s stylish tea room – The Rosebery <\/strong><\/p>\n

Following an extensive renovation and rekindling its tearoom heritage, (in the early part of the century it was a stylish tea room and regularly frequented by its namesake British Prime Minister Lord Rosebery), The Rosebery has made a return to its roots as the perfect Knightsbridge backdrop for afternoon tea. Developed by Executive Pastry Chef Emmanuel Bonneau,\u00a0afternoon tea<\/a>\u00a0at The Rosebery is served from bespoke and quirky hanging stands in a beautiful light strewn room.<\/p>\n

Guests can enjoy delicate sandwiches \u2013 many with a Japanese twist such as Scottish Smoked Salmon with Nori and pickled ginger, Crayfish and Wakame with wasabi tobiko and hoisin mayonnaise.\u00a0\u00a0While in addition to a selection of scones, sweet treats include a signature \u2018Mandarin Fan\u2019 made with Matcha and yogurt mousse and cherry gel; plus, a Saint Honor\u00e9 showstopper combining salted caramel diplomat cream with caramelised banana compote. A menu of 29 different types of loose-leaf tea is also offered and to further enhance the experience there is a choice of Champagne, Sake, beers, wines or sparkling tea pairings. There are gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan choices available too.<\/p>\n

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, Rosebery\u2019s Afternoon Tea costs \u00a375 per person; or from \u00a391 per person with a glass of Champagne. The Children\u2019s menu is \u00a342.\u00a0From April 17 to May 14, The Rosebery will offer a special Coronation Afternoon Tea inspired by quintessential afternoon tea dishes served at the Royal table. It will cost \u00a395 per person.\u00a0\u00a0https:\/\/www.mandarinoriental.com\/en\/london\/hyde-park\/dine\/the-rosebery<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"holy<\/a>Guilt-free go-to tea at the Holy Carrot
<\/strong>For those looking for an indulgent yet guilt-free afternoon tea, Holy Carrot\u2019s triumphantly tasty plant-based experience offers a proper treat. Located at\u00a0Urban Retreat<\/a>, a beauty and wellness centre on Hans Crescent, Knightsbridge, the restaurant offers innovative plant-based dishes and drinks including an impressive afternoon tea spread.<\/p>\n

Vegan, gluten and refined sugar-free, the savoury selection includes purple potato croquette, avocado and basil crispy maki; heritage carrot, organic quinoa and spicy mayo avocado toast; multi-seed wafer, chive cream \u2018cheese\u2019 \u2018crab on toast\u2019 and heart of palm, lemon miso aioli and sourdough crostini. While the sweet offering features miso and caramel sponge cake; a Chocolate Delice, a Winter berry mousse cake, and a \u2018Holy \u00c9clair\u2019 with natural pistachios and coconut cream.<\/p>\n

The Holy Carrot\u2019s Afternoon Tea costs \u00a340 per person; or from \u00a350 per person with a glass of Champagne. For more details click here.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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