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Review and photos Michelle Milton May 2010
The Hotel Windsor offers a glamorous and stylish high tea in the tradition of days gone by.
Cake stand at the Hotel Windsor
We were not bombarded by the screams of an excited hens party, no – this is a refined and stylish affair with old time glamour. The cliental had gone to effort to dress for the occasion. Ladies wearing their best summer dresses, and the occasional cocktail hat, filled the room, whilst the low buzz of conversation added to the good atmosphere.
Hotel Windsor
The High Tea is set in the elegant dining room which is decorated with chandeliers and heavy drapes. The afternoon event began with a glass of French rose champagne. A wide selection of teas, including the Windsor’s own special blend were offered and served in individual teapots with a pot of accompanying hot water. Sandwiches, savoury scones, mini meat pies, scones with jam and cream set on a three tiered cake stand followed by the elaborate chocolate buffet.
Cake at the Hotel Windsor
Built as the Grand Hotel in 1883 and renamed the Hotel Windsor in 1923, it pre-dates some of the world’s leading grand hotels including the Savoy in London, which was built in 1889, the Waldorf Astoria in New York which dates back to 1893, and the Ritz Paris which opened in 1898.
Karen having High Tea at the Hotel Windsor
Afternoon tea has been served at the Hotel Windsor since its opening, and the hotel plans to celebrate the serving of its two millionth afternoon tea in May 2010.
Hotel Windsor
Summary
One of the most expensive high tea venues The Hotel Windsor is a stylish setting without the noise and crowds with above average food.
Hotel Windsor
Location:
The Hotel Windsor, 111 Spring Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000
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Cost:
Weekdays: $49 per person
Weekends: $69 per person (includes an indulgent dessert buffet)
When:
Monday – Friday: 2.30 – 4.30pm
Saturday – Sunday (and selected Public Holidays): 12.00 – 2.00pm & 2.30 – 4.30pm
Bookings: 03 9633 6004 or Email: restaurantreservations@thehotelwindsor.com.au
Website: www.thehotelwindsor.com.au
3 comments
17/05/2010 at 4:02 pm
Sefie
We went for high tea on a Sunday afternoon and found the service was quite shockingly slow. We were seated for over half an hour before we were offered the wine, and still had to flag someone down for water, tea and coffee. However, when the food eventually came out, it was very lovely, and I cannot praise the desserts enough – they alone were worth the extra $20.
17/05/2010 at 5:52 pm
Chris
My experience was exceptional. I truly felt like ‘Queen for a Day’.
17/05/2010 at 6:26 pm
Mary
I love the chocolate fountain at the Windsor.