The 7th Duchess of Bedford introduced tea first time in UK as a custom of having freshly prepared tea around 4pm with some light refreshments. Thus, the concept of afternoon tea further got embedded in the roots of British culture and till date it is re-lived every day. Tourists those who come to the capital city actually take part in this enthralling event while staying in boutique hotels in London.
Here are some spots in the capital city wherein you can relish the best of afternoon teas with all the add-ons:
The Dorchester:
This is an award winner place in the city and has been named as the finest afternoon tea spot by the Tea Council of Britain. Here tea is served along with a three course meal including finger sandwiches stuffed with smoked salmon, wholegrain mustard and cucumber with cream cheese. Next comes refreshing scones of domestic strawberry jam etc. and finally you can end it with the crumble tart and spice cake.
Louis Patisserie:
It is a Hungarian Café that is a must place to visit especially for those tourists who are travelling under a budget constraint. Hampstead tube station closely lies to the café and offers a retreat to the travellers by serving cakes and pastries so as to add an exclusive flavour to the tea. It features an old fashionable décor and remains quite busy during weekends.
Bob Bob Ricard:
This place features a retro décor which is inspired by Orient Express. Each table has a button with an icon of champagne on it and when it is pressed that means that the guest needs one. For just £23 they serve finger sandwiches made with cucumber and cream cheese, coronation chicken egg and cress with fruit scones and tea.
No matter, at what time of the year you travel to London, you must visit the above mentioned places to get the real feel of royal tea time.
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