Afternoon teas in Edmonton
Nothing's quite as civilized as drinking a freshly brewed cup of tea. If you can pair it with a light snack for afternoon tea, that's even better. Whether you prefer rooibos, oolong, green, black, Chai, herbal, caffeinated or decaf tea, you'll find some great varieties to sip on at these lovely Edmonton tea spots.
Cally's Teas
10151 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 1Z5Enjoy some organic sweet and savoury baked goods with a cuppa tea at Cally’s. They offer more than 250 flavours to choose from, so you might have a tough time choosing just one. The shop also offer a light afternoon tea, complete with cucumber finger sandwiches, peppercorn shortbread crackers, scones with cream and jam and sweets. Or, spring for the high tea, which includes everything the light afternoon tea does, plus a savoury quiche or bread pudding. They even have gluten-free options for both versions!
HARVEST ROOM
10065 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6This may be the most elegant place in the city to sip on a cup of Earl Grey. The Harvest Room offers not only a world-class view of the impressive hotel grounds and the North Saskatchewan River, but some world-class tea, as well. Plus, the desserts are always top-notch here. They do a Royal Tea and tour on Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 p.m., with a tour of the historic hotel beginning at 4 p.m.
Frida Antojitos Mexicanos
12411 Stony Plain Rd Nw, Edmonton, AB T5N 3N3Formerly known as Glenora Steeps, The Tea Girl boasts almost 200 teas and tea blends to suit all preferences. The shop offers tea classes to educate you about your favourite brews (admit it: You're curious!). Depending on your preferences, the tea slingers here will help you pick your perfect blend. There's plenty of cute, mismatched seating and they serve a variety of cakes, cookies and freshly baked goodies, made in-house, as well. The recently renovated space is the perfect spot to visit with mom or friends over a hot cup of tea and a treat.
Fort Edmonton Park
7000 143rd Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 2R7Pair your high tea experience with a history lesson by visiting Fort Edmonton Park. Inside the park's Hotel Selkirk, you'll find Johnson's Cafe, where you can enjoy afternoon tea for two or more people. The high tea includes open-faced finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, almond streusel tea cakes, mini opera cakes, chocolate dipped fruits and more. It's available for adults, children and seniors, making it a good spot for a family gathering on Mother's Day.
Cha Island Tea Co
10332 81 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 1X2They serve up both iced and hot teas, both equally delicious. Choose from green or black real iced teas, as well as rooibos and Chai. You can also choose from their wide variety of loose leaf teas. They're open seven days a week from 4:30 p.m. till late, so it's a good spot for a post brunch or pre-dinner tea on Mother's Day.
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