Julie’s Afternoon High Tea was such a lovely local gathering of like minds. The International Club was beautifully decorated for such a refined event — elegant, welcoming, and full of charm.

It was so fun to dress up in a floral dress and floppy hat, and even more delightful to see everyone else looking so beautiful. I loved noticing all the unique hair fasteners and accessories — such a sweet touch of personality everywhere I looked.

As soon as you entered the hall, there was a table full of authentic china teacups, each one unique and beautiful. You got to pick your own and take it to your table — such a thoughtful and personal touch that set the tone for the afternoon.

The food was just as lovely as the setting: dainty tea sandwiches (cucumber, cream cheese, and dill with the crusts cut off; meat and cheese on croissants; egg salad; and devilled eggs). But the true highlight was the freshly baked homemade scones served with clotted cream and homemade strawberry jam — they were simply divine.

Every table had its own teapot of orange pekoe tea, with other flavours available too. And as if that wasn’t enough, each table also had a three-tier tray filled with an amazing assortment of homemade desserts.

I left thoroughly full — in heart, in spirit, and in stomach. 💕☕️

Elegance at the international clubs’ afternoon high tea