Top 10 cosy spots for Afternoon Tea in Northern Ireland
The tradition is no longer reserved for royalty and the rich
Looking for a catch up with family and friends with a little indulgence, then why not invest some time and money into Afternoon Tea.
Consisting of delicious teas and dainty finger foods, there is something to satisfy everyones palette.
Afternoon Tea is the ideal gift for someone special or simply a little treat for yourself, so go on and spoil yourself.
If you’re keen to sample the delights of Afternoon Tea but not quite sure where to start, we've got you covered.
Take a sneak peak at some our favourite Afternoon Tea spots:
Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch
Your visit will begin with a warm welcome and an introduction to the rich history of Montalto Estate.
Following this, your private tour will allow you to explore the grandeur of the 18th century Georgian mansion. Your guided tour will finish up in The Chinese Room, a space which perfectly complements the traditional afternoon tea that awaits you.
This will include a selection of delicate finger sandwiches accompanied by freshly baked scones and a variety of handcrafted miniature pastries and sweet treats. These will be enjoyed with our carefully selected loose leaf tea or freshly brewed coffee. After this, you will also be served a selection of homemade cakes to complete your afternoon tea experience.
The Fitzwilliam Hotel
Dine in style against the majestic background of The Fitzwilliam Hotel and enjoy one of the afternoon teas that they have on offer. Choose, one of their delicious cocktails, speciality teas along with a selection of scrumptious sandwiches and savoury treats. Afternoon tea at The Fitzwilliam Hotel costs £27 per couple and if wish to have to cocktail with tea, the price is £35 per couple.
The Merchant Hotel
Set in the sumptuous splendour of The Great Room Restaurant, Afternoon Tea in The Merchant Hotel is a truly elegant and utterly delicious experience not to be missed. The experience includes a range of sandwiches such as smoked salmon with avocado cream cheese and samphire, and confit chicken with mayonnaise, herbs and watercress. Banana bread and freshly baked plain and fruit scones is also served. And lastly (the best layer) is the hotel's patisserie with an assortment of cakes and pastries including; cherry and tonka bean crèmeux, a lemon and raspberry tartlet and a salted caramel and Valrhona Tainori chocolate gateau.
Malmaison Hotel
Dine in style in the opulent setting of Malmaison which offers afternoon with a twist. There is a selection of offers available, including Classic Cream Tea, Afternoon Tea, Champagne Afternoon Tea and Cocktail Afternoon Tea.
La Mon Hotel
You're never too young to enjoy Afternoon Tea and the La Mon Hotel caters for both the young and old, offering traditional selection of finger sandwiches served on soft white or granary bread, selection of freshly baked scones served with preserves, clotted cream and fresh strawberries and Petite Gâteaux handcrafted in La Mon's Pâtisserie.
Everglades Hotel, Derry
Enjoy a spot of Afternoon Tea at the Everglades Hotel in Derry-Londonderry. There are pots upon pots of aromatic brews. Plates of dainty sandwiches, fluffy scones, buttery cakes and pastries. Stir in some sugar and add lashings of cream and gossip. There's no better way to spend an afternoon!
Don't miss their Derry Girls Afternoon Tea – the menu itself is inspired by the hit show and features Granda Joe's Cream horn, a cone of chips in homage to the Chippy fiasco, the famous Derry sausage roll baps and of course a classic Tayto Cheese & onion crisp sarnie,
Titanic Belfast
Step back in time to a period of luxury, elegance and 5-star service with Titanic Belfast's Sunday Afternoon Tea. Set in the opulent surroundings of the Titanic Suite featuring the stunning replica staircase, this is an Afternoon Tea experience not to be missed!
Enjoy a stunning Spring menu featuring a selection of finger sandwiches, classic scones with fresh cream, mouth-watering cakes and exquisite éclairs as well as tasty savoury bites!
No Afternoon Tea would be complete without the tea itself and guests can choose from a selection of blends, including luxury loose leaf Thompson's Tea, served in replica White Star Line crockery.
Lough Erne Resort, Enniskillen
There are a collection of indulgent afternoon tea menus available at Lough Erne Resort designed by Executive Chef, Noel McMeel and his team. The menus include an array of assorted finger sandwiches, home-made scones with Irish clotted cream and Irish preserves, pastries and sweet fancies, each with its own unique twist depending on the menu you have chosen. Customers can keep it traditional with Traditional Afternoon Tea option or try something a little different with Chocolate Afternoon Tea, Sparkling Afternoon Tea, Champagne Afternoon Tea or try the newest offer of "G and Tea", which is a combination of two all-time classics. Afternoon Tea and Gin.
Ballydougan Pottery, Gilford
This spot is extremely popular with daughters taking their Mums and Grandma's out for the afternoon, for Hen Parties and for Ladies outings. Ballydougan's baker, Stephen serves up a delight of homemade treats including gluten free and other dietary options....all freshly baked at Ballydougan.
Galgorm Resort and Spa, Ballymena
At Galgorm Resort & Spa, their creative team are continually coming up with twists on Afternoon Tea classics to surprise and delight their guests. Menus are inspired by seasons or events are available throughout the year to ensure every visit to Galgorm for Afternoon Tea offers something truly unique and memorable. Guests will enjoy a selection of finely cut sandwiches and miniature savouries, freshly baked scones and delicate miniature desserts.
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