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The best places in London to enjoy a sumptuous afternoon tea have been named in the Afternoon Tea Awards 2023, sponsored by AfternoonTea.co.uk
The best places in London to enjoy a sumptuous afternoon tea have been named in the Afternoon Tea Awards 2023, sponsored by AfternoonTea.co.uk.
Three main category awards were presented:
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Best Traditional Afternoon Tea – Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
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Best Contemporary Afternoon Tea – The Carlton Tower Jumeirah
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Best Themed Afternoon Tea – The Berkeley
A team of independent judges looked at all aspects of the afternoon tea experience, from making a booking, to paying the bill, with a strong focus on the presentation and service.
An ‘Award of Excellence’ was also presented to 14 venues that the judges considered to have delivered the highest standards in Afternoon Tea service.
Keith Newton, managing director of AfternoonTea.co.uk, said: “Reading through the judges’ feedback, I was reminded of the intricacies of the whole Afternoon Tea experience.”
He added: “There are so many different elements to manage – presentation, service and customer expectations. These awards recognise the efforts that go into making the magic happen.”
The Rosebery at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park – Best Traditional Afternoon Tea
The judges said: “This was everything afternoon tea should be. Great service, great food, great tea, in an amazing setting. It’s actually incredibly hard to find anything to fault, or an improvement to suggest!”
A Tribute To Nature at The Carlton Tower Jumeirah – Best Contemporary Afternoon Tea
The judges said: “This is a fine dining experience; I felt the staff wanted to ensure we had a magical time and a luxury experience. There are many places in London that offer traditional Afternoon Tea, but this is unique and takes your experience to the next level.”
Prêt-à-Portea at The Berkeley – Best Themed Afternoon Tea
The judges said: “‘The skill and artistry of everything served was impeccable. One of the best Afternoon Teas I’ve ever been to. The whole afternoon was a delight and the attention to detail really set it apart.”
The ‘Award of Excellence’ was presented to the following venues:
- The Promenade at The Dorchester
- The Landmark Hotel
- The Milestone Hotel
- The Rose Lounge at Sofitel London
- Mirror Room at Rosewood London
- Maison Lounge at The Cadogan
- The Stage at The Londoner
- The Guardsman Hotel
- The Orchid Lounge at Pan Pacific London
- Gatsbys Room at The Beaumont Hotel
- The Lanesborough Hotel
- Indigo at One Aldwych
- The Drawing Rooms at The Ampersand Hotel
- The Chesterfield Mayfair
