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Elevate Your Spirit: Embrace the Divine Feminine with Afternoon Tea Experiences Indulge in Luxury and Connection: Discover the Divine Feminine at Afternoon Tea! ☕✨ Hello, beautiful souls! I’m Lita, and I want to share an inspiring vision of embracing...
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Venues for afternoon tea

🌟 **Discover the Ultimate Afternoon Tea Experience with Lita On Benables!** 🌟 Are you a fan of the delightful tradition of afternoon tea? Whether you're a seasoned tea enthusiast or just beginning to explore this charming ritual, **Lita On Benables...

 
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Lovely, I have a little secret to share—I’ve yet to experience the magic of *The Ritz* for afternoon tea, but I can’t think of a more perfect way to celebrate a milestone as special a special birthday, I may behave like royalty and celebrate my own ...
Hotel Afternoon Tea At The Ritz
 
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Claridge’s Afternoon Tea – A Must-Experience on My List Years ago, I had the pleasure of enjoying Sunday lunch at Claridge’s, and it remains one of the most spectacular dining experiences I’ve ever had. The service was flawless, the ambiance was pur...
Afternoon Tea at Claridge's
 
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I envisaged having a grand sister meet here. PI need to get booking
Palm Court | Afternoon Tea | Dine | The Langham, London
 
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I used to frequent this place a good few years ago.
Afternoon Tea - Number Twelve Restaurant
 
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The views are lovely.
Mandarin Oriental, New York
 
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The Mandarin Oriental – A Luxurious Escape with More to Explore** During a visit to The Mandarin Oriental, I had the chance to use their stunning public facilities near the spa, and it was nothing short of exceptional. The ambiance exuded sophisti...
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London
 
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If we had all the time in the world to try all the afternoon tea venues in the UK…I doubt it could be achieved.
Afternoon Tea - Fairmont Royal Pavilion luxury Hotel
 
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A business meeting, time with friends or time spent having cocktails.
Aqua Shard Celebrates the World of Peter Pan ... - The Shard
 
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Such great reviews from the Carribean community
Rhythm Kitchen E17
 
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The venue looks glamorous
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Walthamstow bringing in the new generation
Afternoon Tea - the Larder
 
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I have heard good things about this venue and hope to try it out with my aunt in attendance as she lives nearby. It’s a great way to create a more upmarket clientele in areas often overlooked and or previously associated with ghettos.
Rhythm Kitchen E17
 
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No time to make your own? this company has thought of the additional fudge for the real Cornish experience.
The Cornish Treats Hamper
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I look at this and think of my sister who would love the selection. Again it's the easiest to make from home but if you're wanting convenience or to gift someone. Here you go.
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Sip in Style: Beverages to Perfect Your Afternoon Tea Experience ☕✨**

Elevate Your Tea Time: Cups, Cocktails, and Beyond – My Personal Favourites to Take Afternoon Tea to the Next Level: Elevate Your Tea Time: Cups, Cocktails, and Beyond – My Personal Favourites to Take Afternoon Tea to the Next Level

 
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Mullein Tea has a number of health benefits
Mullein Leaves with Gold coloured spoon adding a touch of luxury 💫
 
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I have this tea and a link to it is available on my showcase via TikTok
Amazon.com: NutraTea - Mullein Leaf & Thyme Tea
 
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I adore this brand and they deliver straight to my doorstep which is great too. Delicious flavours and a lovely introduction to what's available in Somerset
Hullabaloos Still Original Lemonade - Natural Lemonade With No Fizz
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Don't forget the mixer for cocktails. Don't forget the ice.
Home - Hullabaloos Drinks
 
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I adore loose leaf teas. A little honey and sometimes a cheeky dollop of cream.
Earl Grey Finest Tea
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It has to be cake 🍰

My favourite kind of cake is homemade, It's my number one choice, very few bakers I have found can get it right, I love the home made taste far more than the factory prepared kind. I love them small like petit four and large like an American slice or...

 
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Celebrate the sweet moments in life! For my 50th birthday, I embarked on a delightful baking adventure and made a stunning fraisier cake. 🎂 It took me six hours of love and creativity, drawing inspiration from various talented bakers along the way...
Fraisier Recipe - French Strawberry Cake with Marzipan Topping
 
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I would like to get making this right, this year.
Fraisier Cake with Diplomat Cream
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Almost a homemade taste
Passionfruit And Pistachio Cake
 
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A journey through homemade cakes is far easier when baking for someone else. Cakes are defintely for sharing I think.
118 of the best cake recipes for any occasion
 
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This was my regular bake a few years ago. Very delicious.
Passion cake
 
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So I think brownies are in the cake category and I love them with almonds cherries and just gooey.
Ultimate Brownie Selection
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Creating afternoon tea is the perfect time to adapt classic recipes to try it out with friends and family.
Victoria Sponge Cake
 
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Berry cakes towards the end of summer taste great alongside a lovely glass of fizz and or a cocktail or a few.
Easy Berry Chantilly Cake - Mirlandra's Kitchen
 
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This looks like something I need to try to make as I failed miserably the first attempt. If it is a better recipe I imagine moist sponge.
Very Berry Cake: A Better Version of a Fraisier Cake - Windy City ...
 
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Interesting flavour profile.
Chocolate Ganache Raspberry Cream Cake - Radiant Rachels
 
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Salted caramel with fudge pieces. Just yum really.
Mary Berry's Salted Caramel Cake
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I used to receive a free beverage via my Barclays App before this company was sold on. Great cakes and scones at the time. It's lovely they now deliver. Last purchase was to celebrate my sisters birthday which was before the pandemic. Great memories.
Patisserie Valerie Sundae Cake, 15cm, 10 Portions
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Berry cake and great in one large cake or cupcakes.
Summer Berry Cake!
 
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Victoria sponge classic and otherwise.
Mary Berry's Victoria Sponge - The Great British Bake Off
 
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The alternative is chocolate cake, just be ready with full mugs and teapots and creme fraise or cream.
MOIST and FUDGY Chocolate Cake | Butternut Bakery
 
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A lovely centre piece to any afternoon tea experience.
Ultimate Victoria sponge

Biscuits and Cookies

🍪 **Welcome to the Ultimate Biscuit and Cookie Collection!** 🍪 There’s something truly magical about the perfect biscuit or cookie—a delicate crunch, a melt-in-your-mouth moment, or a burst of flavour that makes you reach for just one more. Whether...

 
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A friend gifted me these bios it’s in a musical tin, I ordered two more and questioned the store as to whether they would sell the biscuits without the music tin. Seems they have listened to customers and we can now enjoy the biscuits without keeping...
Biscuit Gifts | Fortnum & Mason
 
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A great tradition since before I was born for gifts to friends and family. I used to purchase the small pack all year around however M&S is no longer close to where I love.
M&S Scottish All Butter Shortbread 450g
 
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Great for tea. Unfortunately I can’t eat too many due to the palm oil. Great as gifts and for sharing.
Chocolate Biscuits - M&S
 
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Back in days gone by I worked in a department that had a lot of events. Biscuits in individual wrappers were seen as a great add on events when coffee was being served. Facilitates would order them in and as a member of staff I would have a mouthful ...
Border Biscuits 5 Varieties Twin Pack 100 : Amazon.co.uk: Grocery
 
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Remember the pick up a Kit Kat adverts. Yes it’s changed a lot. It was always good either way a nice hot cup of tea. I particularly enjoyed it straight from the fridge with the hottest coffee or tea.
NESTLE BIG BISCUIT BOX 69 BARS – KitKat, Blue Riband, Toffee Crisp For your loved ones.
 
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Any well made cookie or biscuit is for me.
Cartwright & Butler Cherry & Almond Biscuits in Tin, 200g
 
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This here is a Christmas and even an Easter find. These days one finds them outside if the major supermarkets. I’ve not personally eaten them in a good few years. I remember them tasting great. I prefer them plain with the sugar on top.
The Original Danish Recipe Butter Cookies Assortment 454g (16 Ounce)
 
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Easter is coming, biscuits instead of or as well as Easter eggs are good and for that special afternoon tea meet, this is a lovely gift to give to guests or to gift to the host.
Cartwright & Butler Easter Biscuit Tin, 200g
 
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Afternoon tea can have hearts at anytime before and after valentine. Find a theme or just find a moment to express gratitude and love .
Cartwright & Butler With Love Strawberry & White Chocolate Biscuits in Heart Shaped Tin - 150g - Cartwright & Butler
 
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Sounds simple but it’s so delicious. Great with coffee.
Ginger cookies enrobed in thick chocolate. Sainsbury's online Grocery Shopping and Fresh Food Delivery.
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We can always rely on Fenwick to get the packaging right even if it 's not their own brand. Great biscuits to give as gifts and nice trinkets on an afternoon tea table.
Cartwright & Butler Strawberry and White Chocolate Biscuits | Biscuits | Fenwick
 
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I prefer biscuits that are crispy and free from palm oil and palm fat. The nice flavour of cherry can remind one of Bakewell
Cartwright & Butler Cherry & Almond Biscuits in Tin, 200g
 
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These are yummy, lovely ginger pieces and a nice alternative to the chocolate covered biscuits also good. Really crunchy and moorish.
Ginger cookies with ginger pieces - Sainsbury's online Grocery Shopping and Fresh Food Delivery

🌟 **The Ultimate Scone Lover’s Guide: Shop-Bought, Delivered, and Homemade!** 🌟

🌟 **The Ultimate Scone Lover’s Guide: Shop-Bought, Delivered, and Homemade!** 🌟 Ah, scones (pronounced like "cone," of course!)—the crowning glory of any afternoon tea. Buttery, crumbly, and utterly irresistible, they’re the perfect canvas for clot...& Pairings**: How to serve, store, and enjoy your scones to perfection. Whether you’re team cream-first or jam-first, or you’re exploring vegan options, this list is your one-stop guide to scone heaven. So, put the kettle on, grab your favourite sprea...

 
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I pronounce scones as one pronounces cone. I enjoy them and make a vegan version that's also great.
British scones - Caroline's Cooking
 
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If you don't fancy making your own there's so many companies that deliver and good quality scones too.
Beacon Bakery Plain Scones
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My old employer sent this to me as a gift during the pandemic 2020. It came well packaged and a good enough shelf life.
Yorkshire Fat Rascal Scones (Box of 4)
 
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I love them hot and fluffy.
Mini Scones for Canapes (+/-3.5 x 2.5cm), from Frozen, x 50
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So there's Cornish Tea and apparently it is known not just for scones but also for the Rodda's clotted cream. I often make my own scones and purchase the clotted cream.
Cream Tea Hampers | Afternoon Tea By Post | Free Delivery
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Wanting the afternoon tea experience that you can transport to a beautiful field - then this company may have what you are looking for Personally I want to be close to home to warm the scones ever so slightly.
Handmade Sweet Scones | Freshly Baked Scones Delivery UK
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Maybe a nice way to send someone a treat. I can't help but look and think I can do it all myself. Use this for inspiration or for a last minute gift.
Plain Scones (Pack of 4)
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A gift to self and for someone else. Personally I would add a few home cooked treats to this as the cakes and accompaniments are very rich.
The Afternoon Tea Hamper
 
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Cornish cream tea instead of afternoon tea, all the same but with a different name and the option of adding Cornish pasties to the menu.
Cream Tea Hampers | Afternoon Tea By Post | Free Delivery

Afternoon tea from home

How about ordering the full afternoon tea package to enjoy from the comfort of home or even to take with you to eat out on a picnic.

 
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How about ordering the full afternoon tea package to enjoy from the comfort of home or even to take with you to eat out on a picnic.
Classic Afternoon Tea for Four
 
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Great at home or at picnics
Hullabaloos Still Original Lemonade - Natural Lemonade With No Fizz
 
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Great flavours to share and great additions to cocktails too!
Home - Hullabaloos Drinks
 
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A little inspiration to make it from home. All ready and portions to suit a serving for one.
Great British Afternoon Tea & Scones Hamper
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Here's a hamper with the full afternoon tea experience- just organise the beverage.
Nellie’s Cream Tea (Postal) - Nellie's Scone
 
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All that's needed in terms of consumables is a cold beverage.
Afternoon Tea & Scones Hamper
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Classic afternoon tea hamper for the budget conscious. Pasties are available too.
The Best Cornish Hampers Under £30
 
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Afternoon tea feels like afternoon tea, not just with scones and cake but also with finger sandwiches, lovely teas and a bit of fizz.
Afternoon Tea for 2 Gift Card Picnic Box Collection - Farmers Fayre
 
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A hamper that has everything - just decide to eat in or go to your favourite picnic spot. I'm happy to set up in my little garden or in my living room with a a few friends. Delicious.
Celebratory High Tea in Hamper Basket
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This can be purchased as a gift for your siblings or whoever you know will appreciate food ready to go. Ready made sausage rolls, scones and cake.
Piglets Pantry Afternoon Tea At Home Delivery - Virgin Experience Days
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I have not quite worked out the product offering difference between Devon and Cornwall. Both have great scones and use clotted cream.
Luxury Cream Tea Hamper
 
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Perfectly packaged afternoon tea to take on a hike. Posh packed lunch and I'm all for it. Treat yourself and a friend or gift it to two others.
Traditional Afternoon Tea At Home for Two - Virgin Experience Days
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When it comes to afternoon tea, don't forget the fruit or the cool beverage. Depending on numbers variety is what keeps the event and meeting special. A homemade Victoria sponge is called for here.
Celebratory High Tea in Hamper Basket
 
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A thoughtful gift to consume on a hike. A great addition to afternoon tea at a picnic.
Tea & Scones Gift Selection
 
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Definitely get the afternoon tea trays out, dressing it up like in a hotel or restaurant makes the spread so much more appealing. Be prepared to make a lot of tea and coffee especially when there's a good amount of sweet treats. The nice thing about ...
Fitzbillies Afternoon Tea for 4
 
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Reasonably priced hampers for afternoon tea comes with scones too.
Afternoon Tea Treats Hamper Box
 
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I love the millionaire slice I expect more from M&s but at least they provide something. Fluffy scones one finds in store would be nice.
Afternoon Tea Letterbox Gift
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Well thought out hamper for afternoon tea from home. Just add beverage of choice. The scones are good too.
Afternoon Tea At Home - UK Delivery
 
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A beautiful centrepiece made by hand is perfect for an afternoon tea experience. Birthdays, get togethers and celebrations.
Raspberry, Coconut And Lemon Layer Cake