Afternoon Tea at the Chesterfield Mayfair

by ladyandtherose // 27 November 2018 // No Comments

The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel, part of the international Red Carnation hotel chain, is one of the top 10 hotels in London. Moreover, its popular Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea has been rated one of the best afternoon teas... Continue reading →

High Tea at Sally Lunn’s

by ladyandtherose // 10 July 2018 // No Comments

If there’s somewhere you must visit in Bath, it’s Sally Lunn’s. The oldest building in Bath dating back to 1482, Sally Lunn’s serves its famous Sally Lunn buns, a large brioche-like bread. According to legend, the namesake of this eatery... Continue reading →

Afternoon Tea at Shaktea

by ladyandtherose // 12 June 2018 // No Comments

If you’re looking for a quiet little tea salon to enjoy one of the best macarons and fine tea selection in Vancouver, look no further than Shaktea. Located just off Cambie St, this tea salon has been in Vancouver since... Continue reading →

Welcome HRH Prince Louis of Cambridge!

by ladyandtherose // 27 April 2018 // No Comments

Royal watchers have finally learned the name of the baby prince born to HRH The Duchess of Cambridge on Monday, 23 April 2018 (St George’s Day). Prince Louis Arthur Charles will be known as HRH Prince Louis of Cambridge. Louis,... Continue reading →

Tea at Lady Dinah’s Cat Emporium

by ladyandtherose // 20 March 2018 // No Comments

I had wanted to visit Lady Dinah’s Cat Emporium in London ever since I’d visited the cat cafe in Munich. When the opportunity to have a two-for-one cream tea (or maybe it was just a pot of tea per person)... Continue reading →

Afternoon Tea at the Palm Court (Balmoral Hotel)

by ladyandtherose // 6 March 2018 // No Comments

When in Edinburgh, it’s highly recommended to take tea at the Palm Court of the Balmoral Hotel. As soon as you exit Edinburgh Waverley Station, one of the first buildings you’ll notice is the Balmoral Hotel with its 190 ft... Continue reading →

Afternoon Tea at Neverland Tea Salon

by ladyandtherose // 1 March 2018 // 4 Comments

I’m resurrecting this post (4 Jan 2014) with an update on afternoon tea at Neverland Tea Salon. I had afternoon tea (I refuse to call it High Tea) at Neverland Tea Salon last November with my friend. Four years ago,... Continue reading →

Afternoon Tea at the Refectory at Southwark Cathedral

by ladyandtherose // 27 February 2018 // No Comments

I love checking Groupon for afternoon tea deals. When my friend and I wanted to go for tea, I found a very good deal on Groupon at the Refectory Cafe at Southwark Cathedral: £18 (usually £24) for afternoon tea for... Continue reading →

Tea at Bea’s Vintage Tea Rooms (Closed)

by ladyandtherose // 15 February 2018 // No Comments

This post comes two years too late! Last year, I was surprised to hear that Bea’s Vintage Tea Rooms in Bath had closed without any explanation. This popular 1940’s-themed tea room across from the Fashion Museum of Bath was always... Continue reading →

Afternoon Tea in Soho’s Secret Tea Room

by ladyandtherose // 6 February 2018 // No Comments

Soho’s Secret Tea Room had been on the top of my list for afternoon tea in London for its 1940’s-inspired decor and music and affordability. I also thought it would be fairly quiet for my friend and I to catch... Continue reading →

Tale as Old as Time Afternoon Tea

by ladyandtherose // 25 July 2017 // No Comments

As soon as the ‘Beauty and the Beast’ afternoon tea in London was announced in the news early in February 2017, I knew I had to save up and go. Little did I know how popular the ‘Tale as Old... Continue reading →

7 Ways to Be More Eco-friendly

by ladyandtherose // 22 April 2017 // No Comments

Happy Earth Day! Here are 7 ways I’ve tried to be more eco-friendly in my life: 1. Laundry – Washing Clothes Use mineral pellets (EcoEgg) or baking soda or eco-friendly washing powder (I’ve tried soap nuts but I found that... Continue reading →

Writing to the Royal Family

by ladyandtherose // 17 January 2017 // No Comments

It’s always a lovely surprise to receive mail, so long as it is not the latest bill or credit card statement, or an advertisement for something that is not very interesting. In the past two weeks, I have received quite a... Continue reading →

My DofE Diamond Challenge & Thank You!

by ladyandtherose // 24 November 2016 // 1 Comment

One month ago, I blogged about signing up to do the DofE Diamond Challenge. I have recently returned from Calais and Dunkirk, where I volunteered in the donations warehouse and at a refugee centre. Although I had challenged myself to brush... Continue reading →