Afternoon Tea at GF... a few questions

PrincessJill · 03-13-2006

Plans for this were over a year in the making, but I'm finally going with my mom and my grandma in 2 weeks!

We've never been before, so we have a few questions. Has anyone ever done this? What "offerings" are best? Is there a dress code?

Thanks for any advice you can give! :)

catfish1999 · 03-14-2006

Never been, but found this on Debs site. Have fun!!

http://allearsnet.com/menu/menu_gft.htm

TINA · 03-14-2006

Did this last trip and loved it

Make sure you have a reservation. Tina

disyady · 03-14-2006

There is no dress code - we've seen everything from wedding parties dressed like royalty down to, well, us, dressed in our shorts and running shoes! We always order a-la-carte. I used to really enjoy the trifle, but it wasn't quite as good last summer (still nice, just not quite the same as it used to be). I also like the scones and preserves - it makes you feel like you're a guest at an old southern mansion! My daughter ordered a pastry once that was shaped like a swan (they show you the choices on a tiered pastry holder - it can be so hard to decide). We prefer to order this way because there are 5 of us and $25/person is a little steep for tea. This way it costs us around $6/person (a cup of tea is $3). Take your time, relax, chat and really take it all in. We usually sit for around an hour just talking, laughing and thinking how lucky we are to be in such a wonderful place at the most magical place on earth!!!! Have a great time.

chastmastr · 03-14-2006

I need to make afternoon tea again, myself. I miss doing that and having people come over for it.

David

mwalter · 03-14-2006

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Originally Posted by disyady

We prefer to order this way because there are 5 of us and $25/person is a little steep for tea. This way it costs us around $6/person (a cup of tea is $3).

Steep for tea? I can't believe you said that! LOL

disyady · 03-14-2006

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Originally Posted by mwalter

Steep for tea? I can't believe you said that! LOL

Me neither! It seemed funny at the time!!!

chastmastr · 03-14-2006

I approve!

mickaholic4077 · 03-14-2006

I have reservations for afternoon tea on the 7th of May. I can't wait!!!!

PrincessJill · 03-19-2006

Thanks for all the info!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by disyady

We prefer to order this way because there are 5 of us and $25/person is a little steep for tea. This way it costs us around $6/person (a cup of tea is $3).

disyady - I think we've decided to do a la carte too, since we thought the same thing about the $25 a person - ouch!! One more question.. can you get a different flavor of tea each cup? And along with that.. which flavors are the best?

disyady · 03-19-2006

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Originally Posted by PrincessJill

Thanks for all the info!!

disyady - I think we've decided to do a la carte too, since we thought the same thing about the $25 a person - ouch!! One more question.. can you get a different flavor of tea each cup? And along with that.. which flavors are the best?

Hi PrincessJill! Yes - each person orders their own pot of tea (the table can get a little crowded!). As for the best flavor, it's hard to answer that because it's so subjective, but I can tell you what we have enjoyed. I have tried both the Hot Cinnamon Spice and Black Currant and like them both very much. My oldest DD always has Irish Breakfast because she doesn't enjoy the flavored kinds. My youngest liked the Formosa Oolong because it had just enough fruit flavor without overpowering the tea. My middle DD had Organic Green Tea with citrus and gingko and thought that it was "the perfect tea". Our server (Nelson) told us that the gingko would improve her memory! Whatever you choose, have a magical time.

PS - we are all just a tiny bit jealous!!!

quakercub · 03-19-2006

It's definately worth it. The GF afternoon tea is wonderful and elegant. We especially like the scones with Devonshire clotted cream and jam. As for the tea, we really liked the black current and the Oolong.

bali · 03-19-2006

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Originally Posted by chastmastr

I need to make afternoon tea again, myself. I miss doing that and having people come over for it.

David

Ooh! Ooh! Invite me!!

PrincessJill · 03-19-2006

Thanks for the suggestions, disyady and quakercub! I was actually looking at both the green tea and the black currant for myself.. I'm glad to know they're good!!!

Unfortunately, we got a little ahead of ourselves - we planned all this out before making an ADR. HUGE oops!! We called and found out they're all booked for spring break. But I'm looking back at this thread when we DO get to go - lots of good advice! :)

quakercub · 03-20-2006

When we make the move to Florida we should have a meet and greet at the Grand Floridian Afternoon Tea!!!

03-13-2006	#1 (permalink)
PrincessJill Earl Grey, please. Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: FL Posts: 2,394	Afternoon Tea at GF... a few questions Plans for this were over a year in the making, but I'm finally going with my mom and my grandma in 2 weeks! We've never been before, so we have a few questions. Has anyone ever done this? What "offerings" are best? Is there a dress code? Thanks for any advice you can give! :) __________________ Avatar: The Tea Caddy - "Twinings Tea in the classic English tradition" Fall 2010 WDWCP Hopeful!

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catfish1999 MB's CrazyCatLady Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Home is where your cats are! Posts: 2,184	Re: Afternoon Tea at GF... a few questions Never been, but found this on Debs site. Have fun!! http://allearsnet.com/menu/menu_gft.htm __________________ Barbara "Keeper of the Catnip"

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TINA Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: michigan Posts: 198	Re: Afternoon Tea at GF... a few questions Did this last trip and loved it Make sure you have a reservation. Tina __________________ undefinedWHO NEED ANTIDEPRESSANTS WHEN YOU HAVE WDW

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disyady Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Canada/DVC Posts: 262	Re: Afternoon Tea at GF... a few questions There is no dress code - we've seen everything from wedding parties dressed like royalty down to, well, us, dressed in our shorts and running shoes! We always order a-la-carte. I used to really enjoy the trifle, but it wasn't quite as good last summer (still nice, just not quite the same as it used to be). I also like the scones and preserves - it makes you feel like you're a guest at an old southern mansion! My daughter ordered a pastry once that was shaped like a swan (they show you the choices on a tiered pastry holder - it can be so hard to decide). We prefer to order this way because there are 5 of us and $25/person is a little steep for tea. This way it costs us around $6/person (a cup of tea is $3). Take your time, relax, chat and really take it all in. We usually sit for around an hour just talking, laughing and thinking how lucky we are to be in such a wonderful place at the most magical place on earth!!!! Have a great time. __________________ 1979 - offsite with parents; 1983-offsite honeymoon; 1985-Poly; 1987-offsite; 1989&90-CBR; 1991-GF; 1992-BC; 1993-POR & GF; 1994-2001-POR; 2003-GF; 2004-POR; 2005-BC/GF; 2006-FQ/BC/GF; 2007-GF; 2008(Apr) - AKL; 2008(Aug) - GF; 2008(Oct) SSR; 2009(Aug) - BWV/Wonder/BLT

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chastmastr Encyclopedia Bruin Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: St. Petersburg, Florida Posts: 2,248	Re: Afternoon Tea at GF... a few questions I need to make afternoon tea again, myself. I miss doing that and having people come over for it. David

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chastmastr Encyclopedia Bruin Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: St. Petersburg, Florida Posts: 2,248	Re: Afternoon Tea at GF... a few questions I approve!

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mickaholic4077 Currently in Timeout! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: 90 miles from The Mick!!!!! Posts: 6,181	Re: Afternoon Tea at GF... a few questions I have reservations for afternoon tea on the 7th of May. I can't wait!!!!

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quakercub Mouse Meister Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: st petersburg, florida Posts: 1,088	Re: Afternoon Tea at GF... a few questions It's definately worth it. The GF afternoon tea is wonderful and elegant. We especially like the scones with Devonshire clotted cream and jam. As for the tea, we really liked the black current and the Oolong. __________________ WDW MY HOME AWAY FROM HOME

03-19-2006	#14 (permalink)
PrincessJill Earl Grey, please. Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: FL Posts: 2,394	Re: Afternoon Tea at GF... a few questions Thanks for the suggestions, disyady and quakercub! I was actually looking at both the green tea and the black currant for myself.. I'm glad to know they're good!!! Unfortunately, we got a little ahead of ourselves - we planned all this out before making an ADR. HUGE oops!! We called and found out they're all booked for spring break. But I'm looking back at this thread when we DO get to go - lots of good advice! :) __________________ Avatar: The Tea Caddy - "Twinings Tea in the classic English tradition" Fall 2010 WDWCP Hopeful!

03-20-2006	#15 (permalink)
quakercub Mouse Meister Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: st petersburg, florida Posts: 1,088	Re: Afternoon Tea at GF... a few questions When we make the move to Florida we should have a meet and greet at the Grand Floridian Afternoon Tea!!! __________________ WDW MY HOME AWAY FROM HOME

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