Why not get into the festive mood with one of these specially themed afternoon teas in London….
The Christmas Pudding Afternoon Tea, Sheraton Grand: love Christmas pudding? Then chances are you will love this specially themed afternoon tea which celebrates many of the flavours that you can find in a Christmas pudding. Sweet treats include a Clementine Christmas log, Gingerbread, cloves and pumpkin bauble; while sandwiches include turkey slider, grain mustard, cranberry dressing. Please note that this festive offering is replacing its usual menu and is available to book until the 8th January 2024.
The Winter Wonderland Afternoon Tea, Rubens at the Palace: available until the 1st January 2024, this afternoon tea might be £82 per person, but it will be sure to leave you feeling cosy and warm (particularly when there is a glass of mulled wine included! There is a non alcoholic version available for £70 per person ). Highlights of the menu includes: Norfolk Roast Turkey, Sage & Onion Stuffing, Cranberry Mayonnaise sandwich, Apple and Cinnamon Tart and a Pistachio and Raspberry Layer Cake.
Be Our Guest Afternoon Tea, Waldorf Hilton: do you have a Beauty & the Beast fan in your life? Then why not treat them to this afternoon tea in which they can enjoy many different treats (we are particularly eying up the Millionaires Chocolate Tart and Lemon and White Chocolate cheesecake macaroon!). This unique afternoon tea is only available until the 31st December.
Pay a visit to the Festive Scones Bar at the Carlton Tower, Jumeirah: if scones are your favourite things about an afternoon tea, then this is going to be right up your street! Featuring a range of scone flavours such as cinnamon, sultana, and chocolate, or you can choose to indulge in a selection inspired by nature, such as basil, nettle, fennel, chamomile and hibiscus – there is something here for everybody! The scones and tea experience is includes a selection of six scones per person, paired with Mariage Freres Tea Jelly, and a pot of your preferred tea blend. It costs £35 per person but you can upgrade your experience to include one glass of Champagne or non-alcoholic sparkling tea for £50. Available until the 5th January 2024.
The Snowman Afternoon Tea, Grosvenor House: follow the story of the classic story of The Snowman through a menu of culinary delights which includes: One December Morning: English Sparkling Wine granita, Midnight Magic: Chocolate mint and vanilla buttercream meringue and The Snowman: Chocolate and spiced ginger ganache with pineapple. It is available to enjoy until the 7th January 2024.
The Nutcracker Afternoon Tea, Egerton House Hotel: Egerton House Hotel are currently celebrating the festive season with its Nutcracker themed afternoon tea for people to enjoy, with options for children, vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and cream tea options available – the most difficult decision you will have is knowing which one to go for!