Afternoon Tea at The Ritz
Afternoon tea, a British tradition that is still going strong. Yet, I was only introduced to this a mere five or so years ago by a friend. Since then, we have been going for afternoon teas as often as possible, as well as hosting our own at home.
In February, this year, we decided that we had to pay a visit to ‘The Ritz Hotel’, booking via lastminute.com our visit was easily arranged, due to its popularity that was the earliest date we could find with a time that suited us. The booking confirmation arrived in a fancy card box, very classy and a very nice touch.
After a very short walk from Green Park station we arrived at the world famous Ritz Hotel. As you walk past the friendly doorman into the hotel you can see why Royalty and celebrities have been attracted to the hotel for so many years. Tea is served in the magnificent Palm Court, and you only need to glance at the room to see why. The room is breathtaking and just being there makes you feel special.
There wasn’t an empty seat in the room and the atmosphere was very relaxed but all very sophisticated.
The waiting staff were very friendly and visited each table offering to take photographs for anyone that wanted.
Teas
There was a large range of teas to suit all tastes and the staff offered assistance in selecting where required. I decided to try something new to me so I selected the Silver Needle which I do have to say was very nice. On arrival the the selection of pastries and sandwiches were well presented and looked beautiful. Unfortunately, I hadn’t had a chance to eat all day and so I wasn’t sure if there would be enough food but what I wasn’t expecting was for the sandwiches to be replenished as not all places that serve afternoon teas will do this.
Sandwiches
I couldn’t wait to tuck into the delicate finger sandwiches on the bottom plate. Reminiscing as I write, I am actually salivating at the thought. They provided a good selection of fillings and we enjoyed them all very much.
Ham Sandwich with Grain Mustard Mayonnaise on White Bread
Cheddar Cheese Sandwich with Chutney on Onion Bread
Cucumber Sandwich with Cream Cheese, Dill, and Chives on Caraway Seed Bread
Chicken Breast Sandwich with Horseradish Cream on White Bread
Scottish Smoked Salmon with Lemon Butter on Rye Bread
Egg Mayonnaise Sandwich with Chopped Shallots and Watercress on White Bread
Scones
The scones arrived whilst were eating the sandwiches, they were freshly baked and we tucked into those next so we could fully appreciate them while they were still warm. Whilst eating them, I could honestly say I really didn’t care about the number of calories I was consuming, it was well worth it as I do not often get to enjoy freshly baked scones with Strawberry Preserve and clotted cream.
Cakes
We then turned our attention to the pretty pastries arranged on the top plate. These tasted as lovely as they looked and went down a treat.
Just to make sure that we didn’t leave hungry (these people must have mediterranean blood as we are totally obsessed with food and stuffing all guests until they are close to popping) they also came around with a Carrot and also Strawberry Cake. The Carrot Cake was moist and not overly sweet, and as a carrot cake rather good.
I was a little confused when eating the Strawberry Cake. If you split the cake into parts, it was topped with buttery cream with strawberries on either side, then, there was a pistachio paste sort of like a marzipan, this was absolutely divine, wow, I would love the recipe for that, then, below was a strawberry preserve followed by a pastry. As a whole, I found the combination unusual, not really what I would have named a strawberry cake. The parts work individually but as a cake I wasn’t quite so sure.
As the session drew to a close we left very satisfied with our afternoon tea. The Afternoon Tea at The Ritz was on the whole to an exceedingly high quality and for those that enjoy afternoon teas one that you should try.
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Oh yes please, this is on my wish list of things I NEED TO DO SOON! love Afternoon Tea and have only ever been in The Ritz for a drink (although I did interview Joan Rivers in her suite there once which was epic!)
OMG wow that sounds amazing. Well the afternoon tea is a must then.
I love afternoon tea and going to the Ritz is on my life long bucket list x
I hope you get to go Rhian it really is a good afternoon tea.
Whenever we think of ‘Afternoon Tea’ we think of The Ritz! What a fab treat, its on our bucket list x Such amazing decor too x
The room you dine in looks lovely, well worth doing.
ive never tried afternoon tea at the ritz but it has been on my to try list. i absolutely adore how “British” this feels
It really is a great British experience.
Your pictures are making me feel so hungry haha. It looks amazing here! So posh
It was very good, lots of food.
Defo on my wish list! Think I will take my mum one day. Thanks for sharing 🙂
No problem I know your mum will love it Kara.
How special. This looks like such a lovely thing to do and must have felt amazing being in there
It really was a great experience and one I would recommend.
Looks like there was a lot of great food!
There sure was. It was lovely.
Full house! I see why. Tea at the Ritz fancy! I’ll add that to my bucket list.
It is a good experience to add. Hope you get to go x
This might well have to be something I add to my upcoming mini-break. It looks such fun.
Hope you do get to go it is a lovely experience.
Wow! What an experience! It looks amazing and so yummy. I’d love to give it a go x
I want to go again it was that good.
Wow – check you out! How posh! I live in London and I’ve never been to afternoon tea at the Ritz! It sounds so decadent and something I’d love to experience!
I know it was super posh and we were spoilt, it was wonderful x
Totally jealous of you! Looks like you had a good time
We sure did it was lovely x
I so want to go to The Ritz, looks incredible, hopefully one day x
The building alone is great to take a look around.
I would absolutely LOVE to have afternoon tea here. I think it comes across so classic you need to do go!
You must try it Annie the tea is wonderful x
I had my 30th birthday meal at the Ritz. The afternoon tea looks amazing!
Wow I bet that was gorgeous I need to have a meal there sometime.
I’d love to have afternoon tea at the ritz it looks so lovely! L x
It was gorgeous a must try!
I did high tea at Kensington the other day and loved it – will have to try the Ritz next!
Oh wow I must try that one too. Enjoy The Ritz x
I’ve heard so many good things about the Ritz! I have just read this post drooling with my stomach churning! Need to go for lunch soon!
Looks like you had a wonderful time, I’d definitely like to go there.
Love post xx
There is plenty of food there so you won’t leave hungry 😉
I would love to have afternoon tea at The Ritz. Sounds amazing Melanie.
It really was lovely the food and service were great!
Great post! I adore going for afternoon teas and what a place to try it you lucky thing! Those cakes look to die for!
Em
I know they were very yummy. I’d love to go again!!!
I’ve always wanted to do this, it looks incredible! I’ve got major afternoon tea envy right now 🙁 aha! Lovely photos too!
Thanks Emma it really was lovely and one you must try.
The Ritz is somewhere where I would love to viisit!
It’s really lovely there. The food is great!