Giving someone a Christmas gift of an afternoon tea is handing them an opportunity to be completely indulgent, to eat cakes, smother scones with cream and jam, and wash it all down with copious amounts of tea (and maybe a glass of fizz).
It’s a treat that will delight anyone who receives it on Christmas day. We have loads of afternoon tea deals on our 5pm Christmas gifts page to choose from. Here’s ten of them.
Wild Cabaret
Afternoon tea at Wild Cabaret in the Merchant City isn’t just afternoon tea, it’s a day out. Their afternoon tea Christmas gift also includes a ticket to their Saturday afternoon cabaret show. So as well as enjoying finger sandwiches, scones, delicious cakes and a glass of fizz, you get to enjoy the glamour and sequins of the raucous entertainment. Makes a fab Christmas gift.
£21 for Sparkling Afternoon Tea for 2 + Saturday Afternoon Show at Wild Cabaret, Glasgow on 5pm Christmas Gifts.
Windows – Carlton George
The unique selling point of Windows’ afternoon tea is undoubtedly their setting in a rooftop terrace overlooking Glasgow. In fact the seventh floor restaurant is Glasgow’s only rootop restaurant. We filmed a video of the view so you can see it for yourself. The afternoon tea itself includes sandwiches, cakes, scones which are freshly baked each day and shot glass desserts. With the addition of a glass of Barton & Guestier sparkling rosé, you will literally feel on top of the world.
£21 for Afternoon Tea with Pink Fizz for 2 at Windows – Carlton George on 5pm Christmas Gifts.
Ardnamurchan
Ardnamurchan in Glasgow city centre embodies contemporary Scottish chic. The stylish decor includes green tiling, exposed brick and pendant lighting, and the menu makes the most of Scottish produce, like the Tobermory smoked trout which is used as a sandwich filling. The afternoon tea also includes whipped goat’s cheese with blackberry, roast chicken with tarragon mayo sandwiches, mini raspberry cranachan, Victoria sponge, chocolate delice, and plain and fruit scones with raspberry jam and clotted cream. A selection of Pavillion teas and Matthew Algie coffee is also served a glass of Prosecco each is included.
£20 for a Prosecco Afternoon Tea for 2 at Ardnamurchan, City Centre on 5pm Christmas Gifts.
Metropolitan Cocktail Bar & restaurant
Boasting a Laurent-Perrie Champagne bar, a piano and cocktail lounge, Metropolitan radiates class, harking back to an era when cocktails were sipped in a dimly lit room with piano entertainment. Their afternoon tea includes a delicious selection of sandwiches – roast beef and horseradish; tuna and cucumber; ham and mustard as well as egg mayonnaise and cress. The selection of sweet treats include chocolate brownies, strawberry tarts and chocolate cups. Tea and coffee is included and there’s also the option to add Prosecco.
£14 for Afternoon Tea for 2 at Metropolitan Cocktail Bar and Restaurant. £19 for Afternoon Tea for 2 with Prosecco on 5pm Christmas Gifts.
The Salon at Blythswood Square
Rated by Class magazine as “one of the best bars in the world” The Salon within the five star Blythswood Square Hotel is a very stylish spot to enjoy an afternoon tea, with surroundings of Harris Tweed, Roman columns, marble, and windows overlooking the square itself. The chefs at Blythswood are always tweaking and developing their afternoon tea menu so what’s on offer may change, but the sandwich selection may include Ayrshire honey roast ham and Arran mustard mini roll, and Scottish smoked salmon and dill mayonnaise mini brioche. The cakes could include classic vanilla and strawberry Victoria sponge and Madagascan Madirofolo chocolate mousse choux bun. Traditional and fruit scones with clotted cream and strawberry preserve are always included, as is tea and coffee. Option two of the deal includes a glass of Champagne.
£49 for Afternoon Tea for 2 in The Salon at Blythswood Square Hotel. £69 for Afternoon Tea for 2 with Glass of Champagne Each on 5pm Christmas Gifts.
Marco Pierre White Glasgow
Epitomising what the celebrity chef himself called “affordable glamour,” Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Glasgow has luxurious surroundings of white lined tablecloths, red velvet sofas and crystal beaded wall lights. Served on a three tier stand, the afternoon tea features a selection of dainty finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with cream and jam plus a delicious selection of pastries and cakes. A choice of fine tea or freshly brewed coffee plus a glass of Chandon Brut are included.
£25 for a Chandon Afternoon Tea for 2 at Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill within Hotel Indigo on 5pm Christmas Gifts.
Ad Lib Merchant City
A former fire station, Ad Lib Merchant City pays tribute to its past, with vintage photos of Glasgow fire fighters on the walls and a burnt wood motif throughout. However, its menu is all about the USA, and its afternoon tea has a New York theme, featuring chicken wings, beef chilli nachos, chicken tenders, a pulled pork wrap, chocolate brownies, cheesecake and mini-milkshakes. A Bellini cocktail is served on the side.
£19 for a New York-Style Afternoon Tea with Cocktail for 2 at Ad Lib, Merchant City on 5pm Christmas Gifts.
Millenium Hotel
The Millennium Lounge, part of the Millenium Hotel, offers a haven of style and calm in the prime location of George Square. An elegant, tranquil space, it’s ideal for meeting up with friends and catching up on the gossip. Its afternoon tea includes dainty sandwiches, delicious cakes, tea, coffee and the option of Prosecco. With tables available in the conservatory overlooking George Square, you can watch the world go by while your cakes and sandwiches slowly disappear.
£19 for Prosecco Afternoon Tea for 2 in The Millennium Hotel. £14 for Afternoon Tea Without Prosecco on 5pm Christmas Gifts.
The Terrace, Hilton, Glasgow Grosvenor
The recently opened Terrace, which is within the Hilton Grosvenor Hotel at the top of Byres Road, has plush surroundings of a grand piano, a stylish bar and furnishings in muted tones. The Terrace takes the tea part of their afternoon tea seriously; guests can choose from a selection of jars of loose leaf teas created by Chash, with everything from traditional English Breakfast to Rose hip. They take the food part of the afternoon tea seriously too, offering a mouthwatering range of sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and desserts, including cream brûlée, chocolate mousse and mini trifles.
£29 for Afternoon Tea with Prosecco for 2 at The Terrace, Hilton Glasgow Grosvenor on 5pm Christmas Gifts.
29 – The Grill At The Square
The afternoon tea at 29 – The Grill At The Square is for gin lovers; the tea is served with a G&T made with Brockman’s craft gin. Private members club 29 is a sophisticated spot to enjoy an afternoon tea with its luxurious surroundings and view over the canopy of fairy lights covering Royal Exchange Square. Their tea includes a selection of fine teas and coffees, sandwiches, fruit scones with Chantilly cream and strawberry jam and cakes including mini-strawberry tarts, blueberry muffins, millionaire bites and raspberry and lemon choux buns.
£24 for a Luxury Afternoon Tea + Brockman’s G&T for 2 at 29 – The Grill At The Square on 5pm Christmas Gifts.
For even more afternoon tea deals that make perfect gifts, check out 5pm Christmas gifts page.
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