As you already know from my recent Burger and Prosecco Afternoon Tea post, I'm on the hunt for the most fun afternoon teas in London! I'm so fed up with the same old boring ones, and well, I've found another goodun for you all. The 'Candy' afternoon tea at Emeline's Lounge inside Conrad St James, is so freaking delicious. And perfect for any of you who, like me, have a very sweet tooth.
I’ve confessed to my Champagne addiction many times, but rarely have I admitted to my afternoon tea addiction. Something about this British tradition always has a way of getting me all tingly inside. The cakes, the sandwiches, the fluffy scones and fragrant teas. It’s nearly always terrific value too. Rarely over £60 per person and lasts for most of the afternoon – a bargain if you ask me. One of the best places for afternoon tea has always been at Conrad London St. James and with its latest launch of the Conrad Candy Shop Afternoon Tea – it’s somehow managed to get even better still.
To snap out of my summer nostalgia, I spent the afternoon at luxury London hotel Conrad London St James, sampling the brand new Snow Queen Afternoon Tea.
The menu, created by head pastry chef Zoe Wager, is a wintry extravaganza of blue and white, covered in Christmassy sparkles. As I took in the elegant setting in lounge area Emmeline’s, with the harpist in the corner, and the cute platters filled with treats, I felt like I had wandered into a fairy tale…
Having had a bit of a break from afternoon tea, I booked ourselves in to try the Autumn Bramble menu at Conrad London St. James as it looked and sounded rather attractive. . The afternoon tea is served daily at Emmeline's Lounge, with a live harpist that performs classical interpretations of popular contemporary songs.
The highlight of our weekend in London for sure. We were looking for a nice afternoon tea that was not too expensive and was also friendly for someone that is gluten free. The atmosphere was fancy but not pretentious and there was live music during our tea. All of the food and treats were delicious and unsurprisingly the tea was also amazing. I was on expat in Europe for 6 months, and when I think back over all the best experiences I had this afternoon tea easily falls in the top 3. I cannot recommend this place enough.
We dined in the Emmeline’s Lounge on a quiet Friday afternoon for their Broadway afternoon tea. It comprises four plates: savouries, finger sandwiches, scones and dessert. I always enjoy a good prawn mayo so the prawn marie rose on a brioche bun took my vote. The chefs are innovative in their choices; I’ve never eaten walnut loaf before! Nor have I paired clotted cream with lemon curd on a scone. A true game changer. Their curd is creamy and spreads easily on the warm scones. I can’t recommend the Lion King dessert enough. A wonderful merge of textures/flavours including yuzu! A good sencha too. Chairs here are made for you to lean back and savour the menu! My only concern was that the waiter didn’t pass through the restaurant as often as I’d like. Perhaps because there was only one other couple eating too. Nevertheless, he was jovial when serving. This AT doesn’t break the bank and is truly delicious.
Solid tea with an innovative menu based on classics. Sandwiches and scones were incredible. Desserts were hit or miss and it seemed like presentation mattered more than taste.
My wife loves tea and I love coffee. It helps that Emmeline's has great coffee and an even better selection of tea.
Between proximity to the flat we were staying in and the experience I would come back.
Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove
+5
Great place for afternoon tea with excellent service and really friendly staff. The food was amazing and plentiful. Highly recommend it!
A really lovely afternoon. Food was wonderful, staff friendly and attentive. Excellent value for money!
Food was amazing and staff was very attentive.
This place has the best afternoon tea I have ever tried in all of England. Staff are very cooperative and kind and their service was perfect couldn’t have asked for anything better. Would definitely come back here after a long day in central London. 💕💕💕💕👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Their AC was broken so it was chilli, but otherwise a very nice ambiance. Good place to do work or meet someone for a drink/food
A very nice upscale market hotel lounge for tea, drinks and meetings. Excellent service and decor
Absolutely fabulous afternoon tea experience with such a great service!
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