I took a little lady (that would be sister #1) to afternoon tea yesterday at the Ritz. Their Lobby Lounge is lovely! Despite the ultra formal furnishings, the Ritz manages to give off a cozy, inviting vibe. I think it's the warm lighting, abundant flowers, and harpist.
The lemon curd, we agreed, is the best we've had. Not too tart but imparting plenty of zesty lemon flavor, with a hint of good butter. The clotted cream was fine but not exceptional. Our favorite of the two teas we chose was the Eros, a black tea with citrus and vanilla. It smelled like oranges and butter!
The traditional tea nearly did us in. It may look like just a few snacks, but we weren't hungry until after four hours and a nice long swim at the Y. I haven't been to other afternoon teas in San Francisco, but I think the pastries and tea are head and shoulders above what's offered at the Peninsula in Beverly Hills. However, I like the sandwiches at the Peninsula more. Both are great, and highly recommended as a particularly civilized way to spend an afternoon.
The lemon curd, we agreed, is the best we've had. Not too tart but imparting plenty of zesty lemon flavor, with a hint of good butter. The clotted cream was fine but not exceptional. Our favorite of the two teas we chose was the Eros, a black tea with citrus and vanilla. It smelled like oranges and butter!
The traditional tea nearly did us in. It may look like just a few snacks, but we weren't hungry until after four hours and a nice long swim at the Y. I haven't been to other afternoon teas in San Francisco, but I think the pastries and tea are head and shoulders above what's offered at the Peninsula in Beverly Hills. However, I like the sandwiches at the Peninsula more. Both are great, and highly recommended as a particularly civilized way to spend an afternoon.
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Pei, thanks for the post. I think the pics are great too. I can't wait to try it one day.
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