High Tea in Cape Town

High Tea in Cape Town Cape Town has many unique landscapes and features which are recognised around the world. If this is your first time visiting this lovely city, or if you are a seasoned traveller, there never seems to be enough time to do it all. Between fitting in the 'must do' activities like wine tasting, going up Table Mountain or visiting Robben Island, there is another side to Cape Town that tickles two of our best senses....touch and taste.

While travelling around Cape Town you will be spoilt for choice on great places to have breakfast, lunch and dinner, but the most exciting of all is afternoon tea, which is fast becoming the most popular 'meal' of the day for both locals and tourists. There is nothing more decadent or relaxing than lounging in a beautiful hotel dining room, sipping tea and indulging in a wide selection of tiers and trays, displaying a variety of scrumptious miniature savoury and sweet dishes.

Many of the large hotels in Cape Town offer High Tea every day, but we have chosen our top 5 (in order) that should be a 'must' on your to-do list. The Mount Nelson Hotel If you are looking for 'old school' elegance, the Mount Nelson is the hotel for you when it comes to dining. The Mount Nelson High Tea has by far the biggest selection of treats on offer.

Although their prices aren't the cheapest, it is well worth every penny, you will leave feeling satisfied and relaxed. The biggest decision you will have to make will be whether to start on the sweet or savoury side of the table. http://www.mountnelson.co.za/web/ocap/afternoon_tea.jsp The One & Only Hotel The setting for High Tea at the One & Only is modern while still maintaining a feel of comfort.

The little sweet and savoury treats are laid out perfectly on dishes and trays, and all look deliciously tempting. If you have the pleasure of having High Tea at the One & Only we would recommend their buttermilk panna cotta, it is the most wonderful little morsel I have ever had the pleasure of tasting. The added bonus at this stunning hotel is your teas and coffees are all included in the price. http://capetown.oneandonlyresorts.com/cuisine/vistabar/tea.aspx Cape Grace Hotel The Cape Grace combines old English elegance with traditional South African Style.

Their High Tea is slightly different, in that it is served on individual tiers, so you can enjoy your own High Tea with a selection of treats and at a very reasonable price. They also have a variety of cakes on offer, if that is all you are after. http://www.capegrace.com/#/en/Dining/AfternoonTea Table Bay Hotel The Table Bay Hotel has one of the best panoramic views of Table Mountain in Cape Town.

This makes it a popular High Tea venue regardless of the season or weather. You can enjoy an array of mouth watering tarts, cakes and desserts, with cups full of tea in their enchanting lounge. http://tablebay.suninternational.com/2012/06/high-tea-lounge/ The 12 Apostles Hotel The 12 Apostles offer either a High Tea Stand, or a High Tea Buffet.

They have freshly baked warm scones, cupcakes and beautifully presented finger sandwiches, along with a wide range of fragrant teas and coffees. All this can be enjoyed overlooking stunning sea views. http://www.12apostleshotel.com/bar-and-dining/extraordinary-dining/tea-by-the-sea Whether you are looking to relax with friends, or planning a decadent afternoon tea out, you won't be disappointed if you choose one of these top 5 hotels to host your High Tea.