{"id":9751,"date":"2019-11-07T21:40:57","date_gmt":"2019-11-07T21:40:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/?p=9751"},"modified":"2019-11-22T18:26:17","modified_gmt":"2019-11-22T18:26:17","slug":"12-hotels-that-elevate-afternoon-tea-to-an-art-form","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/12-hotels-that-elevate-afternoon-tea-to-an-art-form\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Hotels that Elevate Afternoon Tea to an Art Form"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sharing-box fusion-sharing-box-1 boxed-icons\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6;margin-top:60px;\" data-title=\"12 Hotels that Elevate Afternoon Tea to an Art Form\" data-description=\"Luxury hotels around the world are tempting visitors with afternoon tea parties that they have elevated into a unique art form. Whether you want an afternoon tea party inspired by fashion or a refined high tea in Cape Town, the experience is available and fabulous. 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(max-width:1024px){.fusion-sharing-box-1 h4{margin-right:0.5em !important;margin-bottom:0 !important;}.sharingbox-shortcode-icon-wrapper-1{width:auto !important;justify-content:flex-end !important;}.fusion-sharing-box-1{align-items:center !important;} }@media only screen and (max-width:640px){.fusion-sharing-box-1{flex-direction:row !important;align-items:center !important;}.fusion-sharing-box-1 h4{margin-right:0.5em !important;margin-bottom:0 !important;}.sharingbox-shortcode-icon-wrapper-1{width:auto !important;justify-content:space-between !important;} }<\/style><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>Luxury hotels around the world are tempting visitors with afternoon tea parties that they have elevated into a unique art form. Whether you want an afternoon tea party inspired by fashion or a refined high tea in Cape Town, the experience is available and fabulous. Keep reading to discover 12 hotels who have created a new style of tea party.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:45px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" alt=\"Afternoon tea with a tea set and sandwiches\" title=\"shutterstock_571972423\" src=\"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/shutterstock_571972423.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-10451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/shutterstock_571972423-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/shutterstock_571972423-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/shutterstock_571972423-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/shutterstock_571972423-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/shutterstock_571972423.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p><strong>Afternoon Tea Versus High Tea<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Typically, an afternoon tea has referred to festivities with two courses: light finger foods plus sweet treats complemented by the tea of your choice. This follows a long tradition that once was only enjoyed by royalty and the very wealthy and usually occurred between lunchtime and dinner. \u201cHigh Tea\u201d once referred to a heavier repast enjoyed in the evening by working-class families. As the popularity of the tea ritual has grown, many establishments have merged the two names, offering a variety of options to tea party fans. Be sure to check each tea menu carefully before arriving or making reservations to avoid any confusion.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p><strong>InterContinental London Park Lane (London, England)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The tea experience in the Wellington Lounge of the InterContinental London Park Lane is not only popular with locals and travelers but, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/slideshows\/creative-tea-service-london\"><em>Travel + Leisure<\/em><\/a>, it has been given an Award of Excellence by The U.K. Tea Guild. Why is this afternoon tea so extraordinary? It goes beyond the traditional by taking the classics and infusing them with a contemporary flair. The \u201cRoyal Afternoon Tea\u201d is inspired by the rich flavors found in the Commonwealth countries that have been visited by Her Majesty the Queen during her reign. The impressive views of local landmarks perfectly complement the extraordinary culinary experience. If all of that isn\u2019t enough to make you feel like royalty, you will love knowing that the hotel is on the former site of the Queen\u2019s childhood home.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p><strong>Taj 51 Buckingham Gate (London, England)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Taj 51 Buckingham Gate tempts visitors with two completely different experiences: one that evokes the traditions of India and another that recreates a literary wonderland. The \u201cJasmine Indian Afternoon Tea\u201d combines eastern and western teas with delicious dishes that reveal the diverse flavors of India. From crispy chicken tikka spring rolls to spiced creamed cheese sandwiches, your first course will delight. It is perfectly followed by a traditional Gulab Jamun, as well as an array of cakes, pastries and scones. Visitors also can choose to go down the rabbit hole and experience \u201cAfternoon Tea in Wonderland.\u201d Befitting the name, this tea party offers a menu of pastries, cakes and sandwiches inspired by the fantastical characters and quirky aspects of <em>Alice\u2019s Adventures in Wonderland<\/em>. Sample everything from the \u2018Queen of Hearts\u2019 mango tarts to the \u2018Drink Me\u2019 strawberry potion. A vegetarian menu filled with equally delightful concoctions is also available.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-8 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p><strong>The Berkeley (London, England)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Fashionistas will not want to miss having an afternoon tea party at The Berkeley. Officially dubbed \u201cPr\u00eat-\u00e0-Portea at The Berkeley,\u201d this experience changes by season and is always a reflection of the works of legendary fashion designers. Among the most recent inspirations are the iconic designs of Christian Dior. The couture collection has been reimagined into extraordinary biscuits, baked goods and \u201cfancies.\u201d Tea sandwiches, savory skewers and canap\u00e9s are also on the delightful menu. Pair a loose-leaf tea from their impressive collection or add a glass of Laurent-Perrier Champagne to the experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-6 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-9 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-10 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><p><strong>Merrion Hotel (Dublin, Ireland)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Not only has The Merrion Hotel embraced afternoon tea as an art form but works of art have literally inspired it. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodandwine.com\/news\/high-tea-evolved-around-the-world\"><em>Food &amp; Wine<\/em><\/a>, the hotel\u2019s pastry chef (Paul Kelly), a member of the Irish Olympic culinary team, \u201cthought it would be fun to create a tea around the hotel\u2019s private art collection, considered the largest in Ireland apart from the National Gallery.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Relax in the colorful Georgian drawing room as you sample the extraordinary offerings, including the \u201cLEGO-like\u201d hues of the feuilletines, macaroons and mousse. Every pastry is a unique creation giving you an excellent excuse to return again and again.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-7 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-11 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-12 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><p><strong>Anantara Siam Bangkok (Bangkok, Thailand)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While visiting Bangkok during the hotter months, your first instinct might not be to spend hours at an afternoon tea party. However, the undeniably cool (in temperature, as well as styling) lobby at the Anantara Siam Bangkok may change your mind. The hotel goes beyond the traditional with some savory snacks that will thrill foodies. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.departures.com\/travel\/hotels\/best-hotel-afternoon-tea\"><em>Departures<\/em><\/a> suggests trying the \u201cspirulina croquettes, and mini charcoal croissants with ham, cream cheese, and fresh lettuce\u201d before moving on to the lemon custard tarts and other sweet treats.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-8 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-13 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-14 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><p><strong>The Peninsula (Shanghai, China)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are traveling in Shanghai and want a truly posh afternoon tea party experience, visit The Peninsula \u2013 but be prepared to spend some time to enjoy every magical moment of it. Sit back inside the Art Deco styled room and let the sounds of live jazz piano wash over you or relax on the terrace as you gaze out over the skyline. Savor the flavors of their extensive tea menu or, as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/local-experts\/shanghai\/where-go-tea-shanghai\"><em>Travel + Leisure<\/em><\/a> recommends, you can \u201celevate your sugar high even further with a Champagne upgrade.\u201d Silver trays are laden with mini cheesecakes, scones with homemade strawberry jam, chocolate orange brownies, smoked salmon and many other delights.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-9 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-15 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-16 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><p><strong>The Upper House Hotel (Hong Kong)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Caf\u00e9 Gray Deluxe is enviably located on the 49th floor of The Upper House Hotel in Hong Kong and features an extraordinary afternoon tea party experience that is every bit as swoon-worthy as the fantastic skyline views. As <a href=\"https:\/\/www.departures.com\/travel\/hotels\/best-hotel-afternoon-tea\"><em>Departures<\/em><\/a> notes, \u201cthe cafe\u2019s lengthy afternoon tea menu includes Asian-influenced snacks such as prawn, nori, and mango tea sandwiches with bergamot mayo and chili, matcha cheesecake, and jasmine macarons.\u201d Their mini bottles of Champagne are always a tempting upgrade, as you revel in every taste you encounter. If all this weren\u2019t enough, tea party guests are often awarded beauty gift sets, with the most recent gift including items from Le Labo<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-10 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-17 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-18 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><p><strong>InterContinental Sydney Double Bay (Sydney, Australia)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Stillery restaurant and bar inside the InterContinental Sydney Double Bay thrills guests of all ages with its array of glamorous tea party options. Never fear, traditional offerings are on the menu and done to perfection. However, if you want to try something new and even more decadent, you can. The Asian-inspired \u201cOriental High Tea\u201d showcases delicious blends paired with items like steamed dumplings that satisfy. Do you have a sweet tooth? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.departures.com\/travel\/hotels\/best-hotel-afternoon-tea\"><em>Departures<\/em><\/a> recommends trying the \u201cChocolate High Tea\u201d that also comes with savory bites. Upgrade with a glass of Champagne or swap that for some three tantalizing mini martinis. If you are visiting with Children, they will be dazzled by the treats, complemented by hot chocolate or other tasty beverages.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-11 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-19 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-20 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\"><p><strong>The Silo Hotel (Cape Town, South Africa)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for the perfect blend of South African flavors and a classic afternoon tea party, The Silo may have your answer. The range of teas available is extensive, and the offerings include tea grown in the Cederberg Mountains. Relax in the Granary Caf\u00e9, located on the hotel\u2019s sixth floor, and enjoy the stunning views of Table Mountain and the waterfront as you indulge. The editors with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.departures.com\/travel\/hotels\/best-hotel-afternoon-tea\"><em>Departures<\/em><\/a> rave about the culinary offerings, explaining that \u201c[p]astry chef Devin Jones infuses his chocolate petit fours with cardamom\u2014a spice commonly used in Cape Malay cooking\u2014and stuffs his beef empanadas with curried mincemeat, almonds, and raisins in a nod to the traditional Cape Malay dish called Bobotie.\u201d While the afternoon tea does not require reservations, the more extensive \u201cRoyal High Tea\u201d does.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-12 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-21 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-22 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\"><p><strong>Baccarat Hotel (New York City, New York, U.S.)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Afternoon tea in New York\u2019s Baccarat Hotel has become an international affair. It is described by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.departures.com\/travel\/hotels\/best-hotel-afternoon-tea\"><em>Departures<\/em><\/a> as a \u201clavish and immersive cultural experience with several menus inspired by palaces around the world\u2014including, Turkey, Russia, and, naturally, the U.K.\u201d The hotel offers a \u201ctea sommelier\u201d to help visitors pair teas from partner Mariage Fr\u00e8res of Paris with decadent repast from their chosen menu. One of the more recent additions is the Sultan Abd\u00fclaziz experience. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodandwine.com\/news\/high-tea-evolved-around-the-world\"><em>Food &amp; Wine<\/em><\/a> describes it as a high tea experience beginning with tea poured from a \u201c24k gold-plated teapot shaped like a camel\u201d complemented by \u201chouse-made labneh sorbet with shaved rose halvah, sliced candied kumquats and dried rosebuds.\u201d No matter which experience you choose, be sure to allow at least two hours in your schedule to fully appreciate the indulgence.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-13 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-23 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-24 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-13\"><p><strong>Hotel Bel Air (Los Angeles, California, U.S.)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In Los Angeles, afternoon tea is done with a healthy flair that still feels decadent at Wolfgang Puck inside the Hotel Bel Air.\u00a0 As <a href=\"https:\/\/www.departures.com\/travel\/hotels\/best-hotel-afternoon-tea\"><em>Departures<\/em><\/a> notes, the restaurant\u2019s tea service focuses on \u201corganic ingredients\u2014think Japanese-cucumber sandwiches, organic Jidori chicken salad, and, of course, Haas avocado toast\u2026\u201d along with items like smoked salmon, blue crab rolls and sweet treats.\u00a0 There are sugar-free alternatives, a tea service that caters to children and \u201cRoyal\u201d tea option which includes \u201cadding a glass of JCB No. 21 Cr\u00e9mant de Bourgogne\u201d to the refined festivities.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-14 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-25 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-26 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-14\"><p><strong>Hotel deLuxe (Portland, Oregon, U.S.)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Hotel deLuxe in Portland, Oregon tempts visitors with traditional English tea service done in partnership with Steven Smith of Tazo. Want a uniquely Portland spin on the proceedings? Ask for the hotel\u2019s specialty tea cocktails. However, the cocktails aren\u2019t the only reason that the Hotel deLuxe frequently makes the list of favorite tea party spots. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodandwine.com\/news\/high-tea-evolved-around-the-world\"><em>Food &amp; Wine<\/em><\/a>, \u201c[f]urry travelers are also getting their moment in the high-tea spotlight.\u201d The special treat is served in the lobby and is noted as including herbal tea blends that are ideal for calming the nerves. 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