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Traditional Afternoon Tea

The Gem Hotels Traditional Afternoon Tea The introduction of afternoon tea is attributed to Anna the7th Duchess of Bedford (c.1840). The Duchess would become hungry around four o'clock in the afternoon. The evening meal in her household was served fashionably late at eight o'clock, thus leaving a long period of time between lunch and dinner. She requested tea, bread and cakes to be brought to her room between 3pm-4pm in the afternoon, developing a habit she could not break. Soon others followed the Duchess' lead, establishing afternoon tea as a formal pastime to look forward to.

Pot of Tea choice of
  • English Breakfast
  • Earl Grey
  • Citrus
  • Red Berry
  • Green Tea
  • Peppermint
  • Assam
  • Jasmine or a pot of Filter Coffee
Scones (V)
  • Warm wholemeal butter scones served with Devonshire clotted cream and strawberry, raspberry or apricot preserves.
Assortment of Homemade Finger Sandwiches
  • Coronation chicken
  • Ham and cheese
  • Egg mayonnaise
  • Cucumber and rocket
  • Smoked salmon
Sweets
  • A selection of cakes which are a deeply aromatic and refreshing treat
£ 34.50 per person - Traditional Afternoon Tea
Available from: 14:00 to 18:00 Hours and pre booking required
(at least one day prior)
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Tel : +44 (0) 20 8138 5500
Email : reservations@gemhotels.com
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Items marked (V) are suitable for vegetarians. Some of our dishes may contain allergens. Please speak to a member of staff about specific menu ingredients and / or allergens - All prices include VAT where applicable.