Top floor of the Burbury Hotel – overlooking the city!
I worked in Sydney many years ago with Steve who has remained my friend since that time (some twenty-five years ago), and he has moved on becoming a partner with a large international company and comes to Canberra regularly. One day he invited me to High Tea with him and his family. I have had High Tea at two other hotels in Canberra, but not having been to this hotel for High Tea, I was looking forward to seeing Steve and Maree and meeting Sara and Ryan their children…and of course tasting the treats offered at a High Tea.
I arrived early and went up to the top floor where a lovely entrance way greeted me. At that point I knew the champagne of choice was going to be Mumm (and how fortunate it’s one of my favourites)It was so lovely to see Steve and Maree and I loved meeting Sara and Ryan; who are both very lovely children. I felt an immediate connection with Sara as she has strong ethical values and is in the process of becoming a vegan. We chatted about that and her reasons for changing to this way of life.
Us adults started off with a glass of champagne and then my plate of separate sandwiches, quiche and salad arrived – nice quiche and sandwiches but I didn’t eat much salad as I knew cakes and pastries were to arrive.And then they did…Steve, Maree and I shared a three tiered tray of warm scones, jam and clotted cream, all types of pastries, quiches and sandwiches [non vegetarian).Sara and Ryan decided to order from the menu instead of having the High Tea which of course meant more for us!! So I tried the macaron, miniature pavlova and chocolate eclair – very nice!After our champagne we each enjoyed a pot of tea; mine peppermint which was so refreshing as it was a pretty warm day. This was a great way to catch up over funny stories of working in Sydney and I think it’s very special to keep in contact with good friends. Steve and I might not see each other often but I know we have a lovely friendship and it was so special to meet his children.If I had a choice I think my ideal High Tea in Canberra would be the Hyatt Hotel even though this was nice, I prefer the buffet at the Hyatt.
Lyn Douglas said:
How very divine Sue
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isabellepan said:
How lovely it is and what a treat! This reminds me of English breakfast tea offered at a few hotels in Oslo. Love your post and pictures!
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Emma Cownie said:
Cakes look yummy! Not so sure about the sandwiches as I am not a fan of white bread much prefer wholemeal bread but maybe that’s not posh enough?
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Little Miss Traveller said:
Just love high tea, so many little treats to choose from, and how lovely to keep in contact with friends over so many years.
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Sophie said:
Same as you said to me before, how lovely to reconnect with old friends! And enjoy good food abd champagne in a great atmosphere obviously!
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Emily said:
My stomach is rumbling he he x
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Lignum Draco said:
Sounds like a lovely outing. Mumm is always a good choice. 🙂 🙂 🙂
Did you have a nice view as well?
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thank you Lyn
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thank you so very much.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Whole meal or grain I agree is much better for us. Cakes were definitely good. Thanks Emma.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
You are right Marion. High Tea is so delicious.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Ha ha. I feel like it again now too!!
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Hello. Long time no posts from you. I did see one recently but haven’t had time to see it yet. Yes views were nice over Barton.
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sileas said:
I’d probably just go for the pastries – they look delicious!!
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Kamila Pala said:
It looks fantastic! I love “Afternoon Tea”…especially in London are authentic places, I have been for example in Dorchester hotel… Have a nice days and save travel. Bye. Kamila
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Amy said:
Love the beautiful presentations. Great captures, Sue!
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thank you so much Kamila.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thank you Amy.
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romeevv said:
Looks lovely!
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Than you very much. It was a lovely afternoon.
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