The Kensington’s Gore Hotel’s Quintessentially English Afternoon Tea. Thank goodness English Afternoon Tea over the last decade has really come of age as people quite rightly appreciate what a beautiful pastime it is.
It’s a superb thing to do with your loved one or as a date and particularly as it is in the middle of the day it shows you are dedicating daytime to someone special.
Yummy Cakes
Afternoon Tea is full of yummy food and for those that like to do their research its full of facts, anecdotes and English eccentricity.
What could be better.
Your English estate house in Kensington, no horse and carriage but a private afternoon tea in the library is absolutely quintessential English Class.
And The Gore in Kensington is the epitome of English class.
Afternoon Tea Etiquette
So, explore good etiquette and conversation in your own slice of English grandeur and it can be totally private.
In the Victorian era, ladies started to dress in their finest hats, dresses, and gloves for the taking of tea between four and five in the afternoon as it was halfway between meals and since this has become an entity in itself.
We sat on 2 grand Chesterfield sofas, with a large low table in front.
Whilst the fireplace sets the framing perfectly lay the napkin on your lap, sip tea, and gently enjoy scrummy sandwiches, scones and cakes and if you feel so inspired why not choose a couple of the books to choose some passages of literature to discuss.
190 Queen’s Gate | The Gore Hotel Quintessential English Afternoon Tea
A Quintessentially English Afternoon Tea to combine the authentic tradition of teatime to the contemporary British cuisine of Chef Frederick Forster.
A journey of taste over the centuries of history which made such a tea ceremony so iconic worldwide.
From genuine scones to seasonal cakes, from savoury buns to tasteful sandwiches, get ready to experience the ultimate afternoon tea made in UK.
I particularly liked the small cakes, which can often be a slight let down, but these really were very good.
We, along with many others, including The Gore recommend you start with the coronation chicken sandwich.
The Gore is partnering with Sussex Vineyard Highweald Wine Estate, who are approaching their tenth year, for their English sparkling wine options. I was lucky enough to enjoy an evening with this Sussex Vineyard, during an English Wine Week dinner at The Gore.
The Afternoon Tea has been developed and is looked after by the hotel’s Head Chef Frederick Forster. He is a multi-award-winning British chef, having won Chef of the Year 2011 and Master of Culinary Arts 2013, and believes in celebrating the English culinary craft through his creations.
The History of The Gore Hotel in Kensington, London
Founded in 1892, The Gore has become a legendary hotel, a symbol of the history of British hospitality.
Built as a serviced residence for visitors to London’s Great Exhibition, under the patronage of Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria, it welcomed guests who wanted to stay in the heart of “the most fashionable area of the city”, that is to say in the houses at 189 and 190 Queen’s Gate, which form The Gore today.
Queen’s Gate Mansions were a hotel in all but name, with liveried staff, horse-drawn carriages and a hydraulic lift – all considerable luxuries for the time. It built up a regular clientele over the years, including many leading names from the artistic scene of the period, who found a tranquil refuge at The Gore where they could feel inspired.
From antique carved beds to original artworks, each of the six floors is a treasure trove of period details and hand-picked pieces. Discover the luxury of yesteryear, immersed in the same atmosphere that has attracted celebrities, famous artists and aristocrats over the years, including Judy Garland, André Simon, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Tony Hancock, Lord Miles and Dame Nellie Melba.
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Share your Cake with your loved one
The afternoon tea was lovely. The chocolate cake spot on, but for me it’s the setting. Its very private and you can feel you are having tea in your drawing room.
Genuinely English and very charming.
