#afternoon-tea

#afternoon-tea

Whether you prefer your Assam served with scones and clotted cream in a gilded hotel, or a cup of matcha in a serene garden, there's a tea experience to suit every mood. From quirky neighborhood tearooms to champagne-soaked dining rooms, these spots invite you to pause, sip, and savor the city's most civilized afternoon pick-me-up. Filoli With its historic manor house and 16 acres of formal gardens, Filoli makes afternoon tea feel like something out of a storybook.

Afternoon tea at the Baccarat Hotel takes place daily from 12-5 p.m. in The Grand Salon on the hotel's second floor. Reservations are required and can be made up to 30 days in advance online.

The Old Royal Naval College, recognized as the top UK heritage filming location, showcased its iconic twin domes and 18th century Painted Hall in Bridgerton.

After seeing the fetching menu, I asked the publicity firm representing the hotel if I could try it for this column.

Afternoon tea isn't just about the tea; it's a cherished ritual paired with tiny sandwiches and pastries, offering a moment of leisure in the day.