It wouldn’t be Christmas if cafes and restaurants weren’t revamping their afternoon tea offerings for the festive season. It’s a typically British tradition, and a fun thing to do if you’re after an indulgent or more luxurious take on coffee/tea and cake – so why not make a ...
Afternoon Tea
With the summer months heating up, the thought of spending time outside is a tantalising prospect. There are so many ways to utilise and enjoy your outdoor space. Tea parties are a great way to host your friends and family for an afternoon of fun.
Matfen Hall: A 5 Star Upgrade in the Heart of Northumberland
Despite being one of the most prominent North East luxury hotels for many years, I’ll confess I hadn’t previously been to Matfen Hall before my visit last week. Known for its picturesque setting and timeless luxury heritage, Matfen Hall has recently reopened following an extensive ...
Gino’s restaurant on the Newcastle quayside is in my opinion the best Italian restaurant in the city, with a huge menu and a great atmosphere and service. They’re always adapting for the seasons with the tipi at Christmas, and now for the summer they’re offering an afternoon tea experience. ...
The Walwick Hall afternoon tea experience is the most traditionally British, luxurious afternoon tea I think I’ve ever had. No doubt many afternoon teas were enjoyed over the last month with the Queen’s Jubilee providing the perfect excuse, but if you’re looking to sip tea and nibble on finger ...
A truly British tradition, afternoon tea or high tea may have originated in the South in Devon and Cornwall, but we aren’t short of places to enjoy afternoon tea in Newcastle. Three layers of finger sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, and cakes, afternoon tea is one of the most popular ...