GREAT BRITISH CUSTOM Afternoon Tea by 116 at The Athenaeum

The Athenaeum’s iconic address has housed many creatives over the years, from MP Henry Hope and his prized collection of art, to actors from the golden age of Hollywood. The purpose of the renowned building may have evolved, but creativity remains at its core. The latest expression of this being 116 at The Athenaeum, a modern restaurant headed up by Executive Chef, Ian Howard. No London restaurant would be complete without a quintessentially British afternoon tea. After all, to drink tea is to forget the noise of the world. So, prepare for a wonderfully indulgent British treat and only a short walk from Green Park and Hyde Park Corner Tube Stations. The Afternoon Tea menu offers an extensive selection of savoury plates such as turkey & blackcurrant sandwiches and smoked salmon and cream cheese on multigrain bread. Sweet treats include scones with home-made strawberry jam and clotted cream, raspberry Pavlova and chocolate profiterole. Of course, no Afternoon Tea would be complete without the tea. Sip on your choice of teas from the Artisan collection like Gunpowder Green, Pai Mu Tan and Darjeeling First Flush.Majestic in every way, this experience is one fit for royalty!