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Holiday Tea at The Lafayette
An afternoon tea service at The Lafayette in Washington DC with fine teas, savory bites, pastries, and Champagne.
About the event
Afternoon tea at The Lafayette
This afternoon tea service takes place at The Lafayette, a restaurant in Washington DC. The service centers on fine teas, savory bites, pastries, and Champagne, and it is described as a traditional holiday tea held in the dining room.
Teas and savory items
The tea list features Dammann Frères selections including Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Strong Breakfast, 4 Fruits Rouges, Gunpowder, Mandarin Jasmine, Miss Dammann, Nuit À Versailles, Vert à la Menthe, Chamomile, and Hibiscus.
Savory tea sandwiches include French Gougère with Herbed Chèvre, Smoked Salmon with Persian Cucumber and Fresh Dill, Lobster Medallion on Brioche Bun with Little Gem, and Virginia Ham with Saint-André cheese, Cornichon, and Mostarda.
Scones, pastries, drinks, and pricing
The sweet course includes Ginger Praline Scones and Classic British Scones served with strawberry jam and clotted cream. Pastries and viennoiseries listed for the service include Raspberry and Pistachio Choux Bun, Chocolate and Pecan Praline Mousse, Pear and Vanilla Tart, Mini Mont Blanc, and Lemon Glazed Madeleine.
Optional libations include Tableside Hot Toddy, Lafayette Espresso Martini, Affogato, Ruinart Champagne, and Dom Pérignon Champagne. Listed pricing is $100.00 per person for Standard Afternoon Tea, $135.00 with Ruinart Champagne, $175.00 with Dom Pérignon Champagne, and $50.00 per child ages 4–12.
The Lafayette is at 800 16th St NW in Washington, DC.
Frequently asked questions
What is served at the tea service?
The service includes fine teas, savory bites, pastries, and Champagne, along with listed tea sandwiches, scones, pastries, and optional libations.
Which teas are included?
The tea selection includes Dammann Frères options such as Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Strong Breakfast, 4 Fruits Rouges, Gunpowder, Mandarin Jasmine, Miss Dammann, Nuit À Versailles, Vert à la Menthe, Chamomile, and Hibiscus.
Where is it held?
The tea service is held at The Lafayette, a restaurant in Washington DC at 800 16th St NW.
How much does it cost?
Listed pricing is $100.00 per person for Standard Afternoon Tea, $135.00 with Ruinart Champagne, $175.00 with Dom Pérignon Champagne, and $50.00 per child ages 4–12.
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