Eight places to indulge in high tea in Canberra
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There’s something about indulging in tiered plates of delicious cakes and tarts, and sipping on award-winning tea (or Champagne).
Ideal for a cute afternoon tea with your besties, a unique way to celebrate, or the perfect excuse to treat yourself on the weekend, high tea is a time-honoured and delicious tradition.
Here are eight places in Canberra to enjoy high tea in heritage-listed venues, lakeside venues and plush surroundings.
High Tea at the Marion
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Coffee, cake, and tea with lakeside views—the Marion has it all. From freshly baked scones to finely cut sandwiches, savoury pastries and delectable petit cakes, there are plenty of mouthwatering treats—including cocktails and child-friendly options for kids aged five to 12.
High Tea at Buvette
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Nothing says high tea on a Sunday like a mouth-watering selection of French pastries, cakes, and tarts. The menu at Buvette High Tea has all that and more—including provencale quiches, buttery croissants, macarons, gateaux, tartes and the option of free-flowing Piper-Heidsieck Champagne. Mojitio cheesecake anyone?
Tea Lounge at the Hyatt Hotel
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An established tradition at the heritage-listed Hyatt Hotel, this afternoon high tea is held daily. Offering an array of savouries (including finger sandwiches) and sweets (think freshly baked scones, jam and cream and a selection of tempting cakes), you can finish your afternoon with a lakeside stroll through the Lennox Gardens.
Howling Moon High Tea
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Offering stunning views of the city and a unique take on high tea sweet and savoury bites, Howling Moon is the place to go if you’re looking for cocktails rather than coffee. Only available two days a month, you’ll need to plan and book ahead for this one—but it’s worth it.
White Rabbit Cocktail Lounge’s Alice in Wonderland High Tea
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Go down the rabbit hole and find wonderland with the White Rabbit’s Tipsy Tea. Guests can indulge in an array of desserts and savoury bites as well as French Champagne and White Rabbit’s signature cocktails—including the Wonderland: Fresh strawberries, Frangelico, white chocolate liqueur, lemon and cranberry juice, served with mini cupcakes. Yum.
High Tea at Queen’s Terrace Café
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Available on weekends only, for a special treat head to the Queen’s Terrace Café at Parliament House to enjoy tea, coffee, sparkling wine and an array of food selections to nibble on. Once you’re done, tour the gardens or enjoy the architecture to make it even more memorable.
High Tea at First Edition
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The weekends are for unwinding—and First Edition has everything you need for a good time. Indulge in their menu that’s full of treats like green tea tiramisu, macaroons, smoked salmon, black caviar and more. Or—if you want to upgrade your experience—book in for the Giggly High Tea for two hours of free-flowing cocktails.
Burger High Tea at Beef and Barley
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Okay, okay—so this isn’t a traditional high tea per say. But burgers, bubbly, beers and more? Sign us up.
Feature image: The Marion High Tea. Image supplied.
