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. Charlie and the chocolate factory themed afternoon tea was great value for money. Upon entering the hotel you are greeted by friendly and helpful staff and a spacious lobby bar. It is something of a challenge to take something that is kitsch, quirky and dare i say it, slightly over the top and. 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. 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. To celebrate, the chesterfield mayfair has introduced a wonderful willy wonka inspired twist to their traditional afternoon tea menu. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea, one aldwych. One aldwych hotel afternoon tea london afternoon tea bookings. But sometimes it can get a bit dare we say it dull.
Charlie and the chocolate factoryinspired afternoon tea. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea in. 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. To see the full charlie and the chocolate factory inspired menu and book a table click here. The beauregarde family menu and sandwiches at our charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea in london afternoon tea sweet treats. Afternoon tea at one aldwych charlie and the chocolate factory. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one aldwych, london. 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. Enter the culinary world of roald dahl thanks to this charlie and the chocolate factory themed high tea at one aldwych. As we were there to celebrate his birthday they even brought an additional birthday cup cake. 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 the decadent. A charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea is something that the 8 year old me would have fantasised about. 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. We where met with a very jolly staff member who let us wait in the bar area and took our coats. Tea at one aldwych charlie and the chocolate factory. 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. Even if they are themed on a childrens book and film thats about to hit the west end as a musical. And, on a scale of 110, how much are you craving chocolate after seeing these pictures. Champagne or a special cocktail charlie to go with it. Menu fizzy lifting drink grandpa joes cabbage soup savouries just imagination violet beauregardes three course. The charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea was really good. 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. Afternoon tea inspired by charlie and the chocolate factory.
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 charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one aldwych is a culinary adventure in the heart of the city. 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. The best afternoon teas for kids in london 2020 culture whisper. 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. 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. Set in the heart of covent garden sits the boutique hotel, one aldwych, home to the charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea. Charlie and the chesterfield afternoon tea chesterfield. A chocaholics dream come true, the newly revamped tea includes plenty the adults and little ones will love wolfing down. Willy would have been impressed with the chefs savory creations.
Afternoon tea at one aldwych is an awardwinning affair and one of the most popular themed afternoon teas in london. One aldwych hotel afternoon tea london afternoon tea. Jul 17, 2017 the afternoon tea was a delight with lovely touches of popping candy pop to wonka bar and umpah lumpah cupcake. Somebody recommended the one aldwych hotel to me, when i was looking for an afternoon tea in london. 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. Dec 14, 2017 nowhere does afternoon tea quite like london.
But afternoon tea at one aldwych goes a step further. 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. The flavours do not really appeal to children either. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one. Nov 12, 2018 the beauregarde family menu and sandwiches at our charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea in london afternoon tea sweet treats. 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.
Afternoon tea is nearly always a quintessentiallybritish affair, with loose leaf tea, finger sandwiches and dainty chinaware to boot. 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. Fantastic themed afternoon teas in london londonist. Charlie and the chocolate factory theme, quiz and raffle. Yesterday we went to charlie and the chesterfield tea. 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. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea the little. Mar 03, 2017 our charlie and the chesterfield afternoon tea was definitely a highlight of our entire londonparis trip. 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.
Despite the nice presentation of desserts, i do not think it is worth the money, especially not at. The charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one aldwych is just ok. The charlie and the chocolate factory theme threads through the entire experience, from whimsical food and colourful crockery. Charlie and the chesterfield afternoon tea in a world of. A guide to the most unique themed afternoon teas in london. I should by now know that one aldwych afternoon teas are superb, imaginative and elegant. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea the. 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.
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. 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. Roald dahls classic tale is currently playing on the west end, and one aldwych have teamed. It is something of a challenge to take something that is kitsch, quirky and dare. Theres a charlie and the chocolate factoryinspired. The staff were friendly and very accommodating and there was no shortage of top ups for sweet and savoury treats.
Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one aldwych. I have had many afternoon teas in london and this was definitely not one of the best. The charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea at one. Refreshments include sandwiches, cream scones, cakes and tea. 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 chocolate factory afternoon tea includes a collection of sweet and savory.
As you can guess, a charlie and the chocolate factory themed tea at the chesterfield hotel in mayfair, just behind berkely square. Hosted by the master baker jane lindsey from hummingbirds. Please note tickets are not refundable or transferable. Its one of the quirkiest afternoon teas in the world.
Jun 12, 20 charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea. Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea in london. 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. Winner of book a tables best afternoon tea in london, this tea really is scrumdiddlyumptious. Once we were suitably stuffed of savoury nibbles, then came the grand reveal of the sweet part of the themed 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. Reviews of charlie and the chocolate factoryinspired. We had the charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea and it was brilliant.
Charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea, one. Dec 05, 2017 this one is for the young at heart amongst you. Festive charlie and the chocolate factoryinspired afternoon. It starts with traditional triangle sandwiches then moves into sugarrush sweetness. The best afternoon teas for kids in london 2020 culture. Mar 04, 2017 we had the charlie and the chocolate factory afternoon tea and it was brilliant.
Eat awardwinning patissier and chocolatier william curley has created the couture chocolate afternoon tea at the halkin hotel, in elegant belgravia. 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. Fall down the rabbit hole at the sanderson with an alice in wonderland themed tea with finger sandwiches. From start to finish the staff where attentive and felt like they went out of their way to help. The best chocolate experiences in the uk cn traveller. Right now you could be forgiven for thinking i just sit around all day enjoying leisurely afternoon teas. The uks best themed afternoon teas good housekeeping. Charlie and the chesterfield afternoon tea in a world. Theres a charlie and the chocolate factoryinspired afternoon tea happening this christmas. Our charlie and the chesterfield afternoon tea was definitely a highlight of our entire londonparis trip. 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. Charlie and the chocolate factoryinspired afternoon tea at.
The afternoon tea was a delight with lovely touches of popping candy pop to wonka bar and umpah lumpah cupcake. Theres also a nonalcoholic version so everyone can enjoy the drama. 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. Afternoon tea with chocolate tickets, tue 24 sep 2019 at. We were even allowed to take a goodie bag away with us perfect.
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