Royal Treat: Jumeirah Carlton Tower’s New Afternoon Tea Takes inspiration from Highgrove House & Gardens

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Imagine sipping tea in the grandeur of a London hotel, only to realize that your afternoon spread has royal roots. That’s exactly what Jumeirah Carlton Tower is offering with its brand-new afternoon tea, inspired by none other than Highgrove House & Gardens—those iconic gardens lovingly nurtured by His Majesty King Charles III.

TheGlitz takes you on a delectable journey into this regal tea experience at Jumeirah Carlton Tower, where nature and nobility collide in the most delicious way.

Jumeirah Carlton Tower -An Ode to Nature’s Majesty, With a Dash of Royal Flair

Jumeirah Carlton Tower

Already renowned for its award-winning ‘A Tribute to Nature’ afternoon tea, Jumeirah Carlton Tower has upped the ante, taking cues from the very essence of British elegance: gardens, royals, and of course, impeccable taste. But this isn’t just any tea service. This is an edible homage to the lush landscapes of Highgrove, infused with the flavours of nature and sprinkled with a touch of royal whimsy.

Why Highgrove, you ask? Well, it turns out Jumeirah Carlton Tower has a bit of a green thumb itself, and they admire King Charles III’s decades-long dedication to sustainability and the natural world. The hotel deeply respects these values, so it felt like a match made in, well, a very posh English garden.

A Menu Fit for Royalty (and You!)

Let’s start with the savouries, because even royalty loves a good sandwich. And what could be more fitting than a coronation chicken sandwich, a regal nod to the tea’s royal connections? It’s the kind of bite that makes you feel like you could waltz into Buckingham Palace and fit right in.

Then comes the scones—oh, but these aren’t just any scones. No, this is a “scone experience” (because of course it is). Four flavours await, including a honey crumble and thyme sour cream concoction that pays tribute to Highgrove’s bee-friendly ethos. Yes, they even managed to make bees seem glamorous.

As you polish off the scones, get ready to dive into the real stars of the show: the pastries. Inspired by garden ingredients, each one is a masterpiece. Picture this: a rosemary lavender strawberry tart, dressed to the nines with decorations made from strawberry wastage. (Because what’s more fashionable than sustainable dessert bling?)

And, if that weren’t enough to have you curtseying to the chef, dessert rounds off with not one, not two, but three royal-inspired cakes. First, a Queen Victoria sponge—Queen Camilla’s favourite. Then, His Majesty’s beloved fruitcake, because apparently, he’s just like your grandma. Finally, a chocolate biscuit cake in honour of the late Queen Elizabeth II, famously served at the wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales.

A Garden Party on a Plate

In essence, Jumeirah Carlton Tower’s new afternoon tea isn’t just a meal; it’s an immersive journey through one of Britain’s most iconic and picturesque gardens, Highgrove House & Gardens. Imagine each dish as a chapter in a story, where every bite reveals a little more about the beauty and heritage of this royal estate. From the first nibble of a coronation chicken sandwich to the last crumb of a chocolate biscuit cake, you’re not just enjoying an afternoon tea—you’re indulging in a carefully crafted narrative that celebrates both tradition and innovation.

This experience goes beyond the plate, blending sophistication with sustainability in a way that would make even King Charles III proud. The use of locally sourced, seasonal ingredients is a tribute to nature’s bounty and His Majesty’s own dedication to the earth. The subtle homage to sustainability, such as using strawberry wastage in the pastries or highlighting bee-friendly practices, isn’t just clever—it’s a nod to the future of dining, where luxury meets environmental consciousness.

The flavours are rich, the presentation is breathtaking, and the attention to detail is, quite frankly, royal-worthy. Whether it’s the thyme sour cream that adds an unexpected twist to a traditional scone or the decadent layers of Queen Victoria sponge cake, each element of the tea has been designed to delight, surprise, and transport you to a world where afternoon tea is as much about experience as it is about flavour.

So, go ahead—take a bite out of British tradition, one coronation chicken sandwich at a time. Relish the exquisite combination of heritage, sustainability, and indulgence. After all, it’s not every day you can say you’ve eaten like a king (or at least, at his favourite garden), all while sitting in the heart of London. This is more than just afternoon tea; it’s a royal garden party on a plate, waiting to be enjoyed.

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