Feeling a bit fancy? Have a sophisticated and luxurious meal at one of the best high tea venues in Sydney.
‘High tea’ is a British tradition, eventually adopted by the upper-class in the 1700s. that involved drinking tea and table full of plated meals such as meat, vegetables, pie and pastries whilst sitting in high-backed chairs.
Now, high tea is served for people seeking an elegant tradition, involving tea, champagne and a three-tier stand which includes sandwiches and fancy desserts.
Here in Australia, we also take it very seriously. From delicate patisseries, dainty cupcakes, to chicken mix sandwiches, fluffy scones and decadent cream and jam, it is pure indulgence.
All presented on three-tier plates with elegant crockery, linen napkins and tablecloths.
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Everyone needs to experience a classic high tea at special times in their life, so here are five luxurious venues in Sydney for you to have with friends and family:
The Langham Afternoon Tea, Kitchens On Kent – $209
FOR ENGLAND LOVERS
This exclusive high tea experience is a must for Autumn. Known as the ‘birthplace of afternoon tea’, the Langham is one of Sydney’s most luxurious and elegant hotels in Sydney.
Take your high tea dining to a new level with the Langham afternoon tea, where there are delicious options for the whole table to enjoy, including pavlova, macarons, poached chicken and beef burgundy pie.
Prices range from $98 to $209, and there is the option of a bottomless afternoon tea.
Alibi, Wooloomooloo – $250
FOR VEGANS
Keeping the essence of traditional high tea, the Alibi takes a modern twist on the experience by making the whole menu plant-based. Famed and renowned vegan chef, and also executive producer of Alibi, Matthew Kenney from the United States, has combined classical cooking techniques with animal-free ingredients for everyone to enjoy.
Ranging from $55 to $250 per person, each tea set includes wine, the option of a bottle of Perrier-Jouët ‘blasson’ brut rosé, if you want to take it up a notch, as well as tea, coffee chocolate domes, and a ‘chick’n’ and mushroom vol au vent walnut terrine.
Burnt Orange, Mosman, Sydney – $90
FOR STUNNING VIEWS
The Burnt Orange café is known for their delicious foods and beautiful views, overlooking an abundant of trees and the ocean. Elegant yet cosy, this high tea experience is perfect for the whole family – from grandparents to children, the Burnt Orange caters to all.
All high tea dining will come with their signature Burnt Orange Tart with blood orange curd & Swiss meringue. The 3-tier platter also has an array of sweet and savoury options including mini quiches, smoked salmon, banoffee pie and Choux Bun with Vanilla Crème Pâtissière.
High tea ranges from $55-90 per person.
High Tea at The Tea Room, QVB – $85
FOR TRADITIONAL MEALS
The Team Room is located within the iconic Sydney Queen Victoria Building (QVB) where rich history is present through the elegant architecture and ambiance. Not only will you eat exquisite food, but you will also be transported to a grand European dining experience via Royal Albert fine china and British silverware settings.
Their award-winning pâtissier will serve an arrange of finger sandwiches, petit fours, sweet and savoury pastries and who can forget tea and coffee with scones. Wine is also served, from Australian sparkling wine to piccolo French champagne.
High Tea Cruise on Sydney Harbour (For 2), redballoon – $150
FOR BOAT LOVERS
Dine with a view as redballoon is offers a high tea cruise experience – double the fun. Views of the beautiful Sydney Harbour will be the cherry on top as you’ll be able to have a fancy dine-in in one of Sydney most prestigious cruise restaurants. The cruise has amazing views from every seat and angle, as well as decks to capture every sight.
The tea has a selection of savoury and sweet options such as baby tartlets, scones, assorted petit fours and porcini mushroom and pork sausage rolls. Plus, bottomless tea and coffee and wine to have the full elegant ride.
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