Jul 17, 2017 the afternoon tea was a delight with lovely touches of popping candy pop to wonka bar and umpah lumpah cupcake. Yesterday we went to charlie and the chesterfield tea. Charlie and the chocolate factory theme, quiz and raffle. Roald dahls classic tale is currently playing on the west end, and one aldwych have teamed. Enter the culinary world of roald dahl thanks to this charlie and the chocolate factory themed high tea at one aldwych. I should by now know that one aldwych afternoon teas are superb, imaginative and elegant.
The best chocolate experiences in the uk cn traveller. Refreshments include sandwiches, cream scones, cakes and tea. I have had many afternoon teas in london and this was definitely not one of the best. Theres also a nonalcoholic version so everyone can enjoy the drama. It is something of a challenge to take something that is kitsch, quirky and dare i say it, slightly over the top and. The staff were friendly and very accommodating and there was no shortage of top ups for sweet and savoury treats. The charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea was really good. Fall down the rabbit hole at the sanderson with an alice in wonderland themed tea with finger sandwiches. Charlie and chocolate factory afternoon tea includes a collection of sweet and savory. The flavours do not really appeal to children either. Charlie and the chocolate factoryinspired afternoon tea at. Winner of book a tables best afternoon tea in london, this tea really is scrumdiddlyumptious.
The sweet toothed in london must be praising roald dahl right now for having written charlie and the chocolate factory, since its new musical adaptation has triggered a flurry of inspired puddings, menus and afternoon teas, including the charlie and the chocolate factory tea at one aldwych in the heart of london. If we cant visit willy wonka in his chocolate factory, lick the wallpaper and eat everlasting gobstoppers, then this afternoon tea is certainly the next best thing. Caron from pregnant girl in the city blog and her two children visited the chesterfield hotel to try the charlie and the chocolate themed afternoon tea. The charlie and the chocolate factory theme threads through the entire experience, from whimsical food and colourful crockery. As we were there to celebrate his birthday they even brought an additional birthday cup cake. As you can guess, a charlie and the chocolate factory themed tea at the chesterfield hotel in mayfair, just behind berkely square given that we are reading the wonderful book by roald dahl and also the pertinent timing the passing of gene wilder the original and to me, the only willy wonka, it seemed befitting. Just a hop, skip and a jump from the london theatre where the musical version of roald dahls charlie and the chocolate factory has been playing to sellout audiences, the story can be continued at one aldwych hotel with a charlie inspired afternoon tea. Indulge your inner child and adventure into the magical, mouthwatering world of charlie and the chocolate factory with our enchanting afternoon tea inspired by the roald dahls iconic story, one aldwychs executive chef and, of course, pure imagination.
The best afternoon teas for kids in london 2020 culture. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea in london. The charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one aldwych is just ok. Fantastic themed afternoon teas in london londonist. One aldwych hotel afternoon tea london afternoon tea. Theres a festive charlie and the chocolate factory inspired afternoon tea taking place next month and were so ready to purchase golden tickets. Its the quintessentially british delight that has made a name for itself across the globe but no matter how far we travel, theres no place quite like home london. Festive charlie and the chocolate factoryinspired afternoon. Mar 04, 2017 we had the charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea and it was brilliant. It is something of a challenge to take something that is kitsch, quirky and dare i say it, slightly over the top and make it elegant. A guide to the most unique themed afternoon teas in london. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea, one. The best afternoon teas for kids in london 2020 culture whisper. As you can guess, a charlie and the chocolate factory themed tea at the chesterfield hotel in mayfair, just behind berkely square.
Just a hop, skip and a jump from the london theatre where the musical version of roald dahls charlie and the chocolate factory has been playing to sellout audiences, the story can be continued at one aldwych hotel with a charlie. Hosted by the master baker jane lindsey from hummingbirds. Aug 04, 2016 think candy floss, cake pops and decadent golden chocolate eggs, and you get a sense of the fun in store at this covent garden hotel. Our charlie and the chesterfield afternoon tea was definitely a highlight of our entire londonparis trip. Charlie and the chocolate factory themed afternoon tea was great value for money. Nov 12, 2018 the beauregarde family menu and sandwiches at our charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea in london afternoon tea sweet treats.
Upon entering the hotel you are greeted by friendly and helpful staff and a spacious lobby bar. Tea at one aldwych charlie and the chocolate factory. Willy would have been impressed with the chefs savory creations. The charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one. Afternoon tea at one aldwych information one aldwych has put a theatrical spin on its afternoon tea, transporting guests into the weird and wonderful world of roald dahls charlie and the chocolate factory. Dec 14, 2017 nowhere does afternoon tea quite like london. So much so that their charlie and the chocolate factory inspired afternoon tea has stayed long after the famous musical at nearby theatre royal on drury lane came to a close, such is its popularity. We were even allowed to take a goodie bag away with us perfect. Right now you could be forgiven for thinking i just sit around all day enjoying leisurely afternoon teas. Menu fizzy lifting drink grandpa joes cabbage soup savouries just imagination violet beauregardes three course. Its one of the quirkiest afternoon teas in the world. Charlie and the chesterfield afternoon tea in a world of. One aldwych hotel afternoon tea london afternoon tea bookings. To celebrate, the chesterfield mayfair has introduced a wonderful willy wonka inspired twist to their traditional afternoon tea menu.
From start to finish the staff where attentive and felt like they went out of their way to help. Somebody recommended the one aldwych hotel to me, when i was looking for an afternoon tea in london. The tea starts savouryas civilised people generally dowith the likes of coronation chicken and egg mayo sandwiches, and a delicious cheese scone served with bacon jam. Given that we are reading the wonderful book by roald dahl and also the pertinent timing the passing of gene wilder the original and to me, the only willy wonka, it seemed befitting. Afternoon tea at one aldwych is an awardwinning affair and one of the most popular themed afternoon teas in london. Afternoon tea is quite an event at the chesterfield mayfair recently commended in the 2019 afternoon tea awards and awarded opentable diners choice award 2019. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea the one aldwych is a beautiful hotel located not far from waterloo bridge giving you the perfect excuse for my of my favourite walks in the city. Afternoon tea inspired by charlie and the chocolate factory. Afternoon tea with chocolate tickets, tue 24 sep 2019 at. A charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea is something that the 8 year old me would have fantasised about. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one. In the heart of londons theatreland, warm up with scrumptious savouries such as our notquiteasitseems salmon and beetroot macaron and cheddar scones with bacon toffee jam, then journey on to luscious lemon floss and plates piled high with wondrous cakes, sweets, mousses and scones all washed down with chocolate or lemon sherbet tea, swimming pool fizz or pistol punch cocktails, or fizzy lifting champagne. But sometimes it can get a bit dare we say it dull.
It starts with traditional triangle sandwiches then moves into sugarrush sweetness. We where met with a very jolly staff member who let us wait in the bar area and took our coats. Charlie and the chocolate factoryinspired afternoon tea. Just a hop, skip and a jump from the london theatre where the musical version of roald dahls charlie and the chocolate factory has been playing to sellout audiences, the story can be continued at one aldwych hotel with a charlieinspired afternoon tea. Eat awardwinning patissier and chocolatier william curley has created the couture chocolate afternoon tea at the halkin hotel, in elegant belgravia. Refills were as often as you asked, and my son not wanting tea was able to have a chocolate milk shake which he thought was divine. Champagne or a special cocktail charlie to go with it. Recognised for our outstanding quality and consistently high standards of tea service we pay suitable respect to its ritual while offering some exciting variations on the original. The afternoon tea was a delight with lovely touches of popping candy pop to wonka bar and umpah lumpah cupcake. Weve tried and tested scones galore, sipped tea aplenty and feasted on cucumber sandwiches to find the best afternoon teas in london that money can buy. The beauregarde family menu and sandwiches at our charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea in london afternoon tea sweet treats. To see the full charlie and the chocolate factory inspired menu and book a table click here.
Jan 24, 2018 if we cant visit willy wonka in his chocolate factory, lick the wallpaper and eat everlasting gobstoppers, then this afternoon tea is certainly the next best thing. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea in. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one aldwych. Theres a charlie and the chocolate factoryinspired afternoon tea happening this christmas. Fizzy lifting drinks, snozzberry jam, chocolate milkshake mixed by waterfall indulge your inner child and adventure into the magical, mouthwatering world of charlie and the chocolate factory with our enchanting afternoon tea inspired by roald dahls iconic story, one aldwychs executive chef and, of course, pure imagination.
Theres a charlie and the chocolate factoryinspired. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea the decadent. Afternoon tea inspired by charlie and the chocolate factory sandwiches and savoury smoked salmon, chive creme fraiche on poppy seed bread freerange egg mayonnaise and watercress on brioche coronation chicken on onion bread caramelised onion, sage and chestnut quiche montgomery cheese scone, bacon jam sweet. Once we were suitably stuffed of savoury nibbles, then came the grand reveal of the sweet part of the themed afternoon tea. And, on a scale of 110, how much are you craving chocolate after seeing these pictures. Afternoon tea at one aldwych charlie and the chocolate factory. The charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one aldwych is a culinary adventure in the heart of the city. The popularity of a quirky afternoon tea has seen rise to incredible feats of creativity, from american themed afternoon teas replacing traditional cucumber sandwiches with mini hamburgers, to charlie and the chocolate factory inspired afternoon teas swapping scones for cheesecake filled golden eggs. The uks best themed afternoon teas good housekeeping. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one aldwych, london. Afternoon tea is nearly always a quintessentiallybritish affair, with loose leaf tea, finger sandwiches and dainty chinaware to boot. But afternoon tea at one aldwych goes a step further.
It is something of a challenge to take something that is kitsch, quirky and dare. Jun 12, 20 charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea. Set in the heart of covent garden sits the boutique hotel, one aldwych, home to the charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea. Dec 05, 2017 this one is for the young at heart amongst you. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea the little. Everything was beyond perfectthe food, the tea, the people dressed as other people, the atmosphere, the theme and the most attentive service this side of loompaland. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea, one aldwych. Please note tickets are not refundable or transferable. Charlie and the chesterfield afternoon tea in a world. Charlie and the chesterfield afternoon tea chesterfield.
Despite the nice presentation of desserts, i do not think it is worth the money, especially not at. Think candy floss, cake pops and decadent golden chocolate eggs, and you get a sense of the fun in store at this covent garden hotel. Mar 03, 2017 our charlie and the chesterfield afternoon tea was definitely a highlight of our entire londonparis trip. A chocaholics dream come true, the newly revamped tea includes plenty the adults and little ones will love wolfing down. Loved the fact that you had different savoury treats rather than just sandwiches, we were offered more which was nice but you really didnt need more as you get plenty of sweet treats after which were all so different and tasted amazing.
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