The Dilly hotel sits in the heart of London – Piccadilly Circus. The hotel is within walking distance to theatreland, Carnaby Street, Fortnum & Mason, the Royal Academy and more. It is fitting that the new theme for the afternoon tea is London.

The name of the hotel is taken from its central London location and the hotel is proud to say, ‘We Are London.’ This London pride can be seen throughout the hotel from printed maps of London wallpaper in the bedrooms to the use of London suppliers where possible from the hotel amenities by Floris, to the Camden Town Brewery beer served at the bar and using the local Smithfield butcher to supply the restaurant.

Head Pastry Chef, Geness Tross has taken inspiration from classic London icons such as Big Ben, black taxis and the London Underground for the new London themed afternoon tea. The tea is served at Terrace at The Dilly, a light-filled day room which is home to the only outdoor balcony overlooking Piccadilly and will delight all the family members with its themed treats. There is a separate adult and children’s menu to choose from.

The Adult Afternoon Tea

London Calling – A miniature red telephone box made from lemon and poppy seed cake with a lemon cream and a crispy red tuile

Chocolate O’Clock – Big Ben created from chocolate cremeux with salted caramel centre

Black Cab – Homemade chocolate biscuit with hand finished chocolate icing in the shape of a London taxi

Mind The Gap – Pistachio and raspberry filled macaron decorated as the London Underground sign

Scones – Fluffy plain and raisin scones served with clotted cream and sweet strawberry jam

Traditional Sandwiches:

• Smoked salmon and cucumber with cream cheese on white bread
• Traditional ham and cheddar with onion relish on country malt bread
• Egg mayo with mustard cress on white bread
• Roasted vegetables and hummus on rustic onion bread

Vegetarian Sandwiches:

• Cucumber and coconut cream cheese on white bread
• Guacamole and quinoa on country malt bread
• Egg mayo with mustard cress on white bread
• Roasted vegetables and hummus on rustic onion bread

Drinks:

• A selection of teas including Loose Tea by The Tea Makers of London. English breakfast tea, Earl Grey with Calabrian Bergamot, Manjushree Tea Garden Assam, Chamomile Blossoms, First Flush Blend Darjeeling, Peppermint, Jasmine Green Tea, Sencha Goji Berry, Lapsang Souchong, Vanilla Rooibos, Mango Mocktail, Whole Rosebuds
• Coffee selection – Americano, Café latte, Cappuccino, Mocha, Single Espresso, Double espresso, Decaf coffee

Price:

• Classic Afternoon Tea – £49 per person
• Classic Champagne Afternoon Tea – £65 per person including a glass of Pommery Brut Royal Brut NV
• Rosé Champagne Afternoon Tea – £67 per person including a glass of Pommery Brut Rosé Royal

Additional pairing suggestions:

Mionetto Prestige Prosecco DOC Brut Black Label
Chapel Down Brut
Pommery Brut Royal Brut NV
Pommery Brut Rosé Royal
Pommery Blanc de Blanc
Pommery Grand Cru Vintage
Pommery Cuvee Louise

The Children’s Afternoon Tea

Black Cab – Homemade chocolate biscuit with hand-finished chocolate icing in the shape of a London taxi

London Calling – A miniature red telephone box made from lemon and poppy seed cake with a lemon cream and a crispy red tuile

Chocolate O’clock – Big Ben created from chocolate cremeux with salted caramel centre

Scones – Fluffy chocolate and raspberry scone served with clotted cream and sweet strawberry jam

Traditional Sandwiches:

• Cucumber and coconut cream cheese on white bread
• Ham and cheddar with sweet onion relish on country malt bread
• Egg mayo and cress on white bread

Vegetarian Sandwiches:

• Roasted vegetables and hummus on rustic onion
• Cucumber and coconut cream cheese on white bread
• Egg mayo and cress on white bread

Drinks:

• Hot Chocolate
• Fruit Juice
• London Lemonade – Fresh citrus, sugar syrup and soda water
• Strawberry Surprise – Fresh lime, fresh mint, fresh strawberry, hibiscus syrup and soda water

Price:

• Children’s Classic Afternoon Tea – £39 per person

The Dilly’s London Afternoon Tea is now live, and bookings can be made via the website.