Racontours Recommends offers visitors to Cape Town a peek into days gone by…

With progress much is gained yet much is lost and, regrettably, it’s the niceties in life that are forgotten. After much research a hidden gem, in the form of High Tea, was uncovered.
This olde worlde concept that tingles with romance is a rare find. Understandably it’s slowly creeping back into fashion but only a few intimate spots can offer gracious surroundings, coupled with the fine mix of yesterday’s charm and today’s magic.

In Cape Town’s southern suburbs you’ll find such a venue. It’s grand without pretention; the hospitality is charming yet discreet. Here you will appreciate understated style and elegance in colourful gardens, manicured to perfection. Industrious insects and bird song are the only sounds that will interrupt your reverie. Meticulously-brewed tea and coffee with delectable, home-baked treats ensure gracious indulgence at its best! From tantalizing cheese cake and mini crème brûlée to tickle your sweet tooth to classy cucumber sandwiches and salmon croissants for those who prefer savoury flavours, the daily menu is thoughtfully created to satisfy all tastes.

Come rain or shine the surroundings promise to enchant you.
The venue also hosts private functions such as kitchen teas, birthdays and anniversaries. These are limited to 25 people and bookings can be made any day of the week.

It’s unbeknown to most that after its introduction to Europe in the 17th century, tea was tremendously popular in France, particularly with the aristocracy. It first arrived in Paris in 1636. Twenty two years later it appeared in England. English High Tea or ‘meat tea’ served between four and five o’clock was introduced to replace dinner. It meant guests left by seven o’clock!
With Racontours Recommends you can enjoy High Tea at a time that fits in with your plans for the day.

For your information… Pinkie up, slightly tilted is not affectation, but a graceful way to avoid spills. It’s all in the balance!
Do not stir your tea, with your tea spoon, in sweeping circular motions. Place your tea spoon at the seven o'clock position and softly fold the liquid two or three times. It’s all in the movement!