Review: The Official Downton Abbey Cookbook and Cocktail Book

11 October 2019 // 1 Comment

Have you often wondered what the Crawleys and the Downstairs staff were eating or drinking as you feasted your eyes on the television series? There is not one episode that doesn’t feature someone eating or drinking or discussing food. With... Continue reading →

80th Anniversary Afternoon Tea at Notch8 (Fairmont Hotel Vancouver)

19 September 2019 // No Comments

In honour of its 80th anniversary in May, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver‘s Notch8 restaurant came out with a themed afternoon tea with traditional sandwiches and sweets. I was lucky enough to win afternoon tea for two in May which I redeemed... Continue reading →

Afternoon Tea at Adonia Tea House

21 May 2019 // No Comments

ADONIA Tea House in Kerrisdale had been on my list for afternoon tea for over a decade. It’s probably the only place in Vancouver that correctly refers to the delightful afternoon meal as afternoon tea and not high tea. Moreover,... Continue reading →

Afternoon Tea at Osborne House

23 April 2019 // No Comments

If you’re looking for affordable afternoon tea, you’ll be delighted to find that the Victoria Hall Afternoon Tea at Osborne House is satisfying for your tummy and your purse! Afternoon tea is served daily in Victoria Hall, which can be found... Continue reading →

Afternoon Tea at the Chesterfield Mayfair

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

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

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!

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

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)

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 →

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