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26th October 2023
11:31am BST
Now, on to the most important part - the food. The tea is served in two courses, because all good things come in twos. The first course is the usual fare you would find at an afternoon tea - finger sandwiches, cakes, and plenty of scones. One of the highlights for me was the selection of sauces served with the scones; clotted cream, raspberry jam, and lemon curd.
The clotted cream was so thick that it nearly spread like butter - I’ll be thinking about it for years to come. The second course is the main event, and is what sets this afternoon tea apart from the rest. I was served three pastries that were styled after Warhol’s famous works - you can take a bite out of Marilyn Monroe, sample some Flowers, or taste the Campbells soup can.
Each pastry was painstakingly crafted, and the inspiration behind each dessert is clear.
While the whole afternoon tea was gorgeous, the service is what makes it the most special. In a place that is so opulent that it can be easy to feel a little out of place, the staff go really out of the way to make you feel welcome. From the doormen to the front desk staff, to the servers and chefs, guests are treated so specially.
