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Loving the videos! Glad you enjoyed the afternoon tea, York and the countryside around it is a lovely area (a friend of mine got married around there). I'm a Norwich resident, if you fancy somewhere a bit different Assembly House in Norwich does themed afternoon teas (I went to a unicorn one, the latest they've got is a Wizard of Oz one, they also do themed cocktails). Also Norwich is home to the award winning Grovesnor Fish and Chip shop and the High Sea, which is like an afternoon tea but with fish and chips.
Unless you're posh, people in England don't tend to have afternoon tea, nearest thing we have is a mug of tea and some biscuits. When we went to York when I was a kid we used to go to a cafe not far from Betty's, but it was a lot cheaper 😂
Hiya. Too many grand places for afternoon tea in London to be able to suggest just one. However, wherever you think of going a) book well in advance - you'll probably have to, anyway and b) when you book, ask if there's a dress code. Most places suggest or expect at least 'smart casual' but some, like The Ritz, have a strict, specific dress code policy. You might have to take out a second mortgage, too, but then it IS a special occasion, after all. Stay safe. All the best to you.
Afternoon tea in London....if you google it comes up with ideas. The best need pre-booking. The atrium up in the Shard sounds interesting if you can handle the height. Our daughter took my wife for her 70th birthday treat to the Ritz hotel. Expensive, atmospheric, even the lady on the next table took Champagne with her cucumber sandwiches! I would prefer the Shard option.
Afternoon tea ( Get you ) ... Bath is one of my favourite places if I'm going for a afternoon tea .. Lucky enough I only live 4 miles away ( watching your vids ..Makes me feel I should appreciate what's on my doorstep more ... Love watching your vids thanks..
Don't ever feel as though a place is 'too fancy' for you - it's sandwiches and cake at the end of the day - enjoy it and have a try at making your own when you're home . I can recommend British cheeses - there are lots and there is a flavour to suit everyone .
@@lizmorse2066 I would , however, recommend smarter clothes. At least a jacket for Jeremy,( and maybe a dress?,) in the Grosvenor. It's more 'up market ' than Betty's but you'd really love it .Don't EVER feel 'out of place'. You are NOT !! The atmosphere, such as the background piano, is just for the added ambience and to make the experience more special. You're just eating cake and sandwiches, and Betty's staff are friendly and welcoming. Relax and enjoy it! Betty's has no dress code . We have taken our 2 (now Adult ) sons to Michelin Star Restaurants, for VERY special occasions, since they were about 4 years old ( we've always insisted on great table manners. They've always made us proud. ) The first time, they were 4 and 8, and the Staff were shocked but polite. It was for lunch and they behaved impeccably. So much so, that the Chef created special ' mice' ,made from potato and vegetables, for their plates and introduced himself to them. One now says he's not comfortable in that atmosphere.( Because he now has arthritis and is wheelchair dependent!!!) NO, he is as good as ANYONE ,and I say "please just relax and enjoy the food" It's the experience. The Staff at all the Restaurants, have always been impeccable in their manners and Service. Very welcoming and friendly. Enjoy yourselves. These experiences remain special, in all of our memories, as they will be for both of you
No, nononononono. No one is ever out of place when they're enjoying afternoon tea. It is a universal thing, there are no rules, there is no wrong way to partake, relax and indulge in a good afternoon tea. Glad you enjoyed it!
Don’t ever feel not fancy enough. I always think places like that are for people like you and me, who don’t do this kind of thing every day, and just want a lovely special experience. It all looked fabulous by the way
Thanks for sharing your experience! I’ve heard that the Ting located in the Shard is an amazing afternoon tea and the views are even better than the London eye 😊😊
You guys really are honorary brits with all this tea you're drinking. Fun fact, Tanks within the British army have had kettles in them for tea making since WWll.
I've been watching all your videos and really enjoyed them. It's so nice to see how enthusiastically you seem to embrace some of the places, the history and the food we have to offer. I get the impression you could quite happily live here! I'm glad the weather has been on your side too. I hope your stay has been enjoyable and you go back home with nice stories to tell about good old England. Maybe you could do a walkabout video of your home town as a comparison for us? Thanks for visiting. Take care. 🙂
I'm so happy that you discovered Bettys. In that very spot where you are, last year my wife and I celebrated her "special" birthday with exactly the same afternoon tea. It's not the sort of place that can be done too often, but as a special occasion it is perfect.
I also wanted to add that I'm so glad you guys are doing all the "outside London" stuff. So many Americans just do London and think that's Britain. That would be like a Brit just going to New York City and thinking that's the USA. It's refreshing to see all your travels!
Great choice for afternoon tea. My nan used to take me to Bettys in the 70's for afternoon tea. The more upmarket afternoon teas usually offer free refills.
The festive afternoon tea at The Ritz was the most amazing dining experience. They had a children's choir singing Christmas songs whilst you eat as well as a more Christmas themed menu. Just beautiful
My friends and I treat ourselves to an afternoon tea once or twice a year. Our go to place is the South Lodge hotel in beautiful rural Sussex. It is pricey (and we often up-grade to add a glass of English sparkling wine from the Nyetimber vineyard - better than many champagnes imo). We love to dress up for it (although many don't) and make an occassion of it. Never feel 'out of your element'. Most places are pretty casual now (apart from the super fancy hotels in London) and I'm sure they rarely have any kind of dress code.
In some parts of the country eating a crumbly cheese like Wensleydale or Lancashire with a rich fruit cake is definitely the way to go. You can also pair it with something like Lincolnshire plum loaf or a nice sticky Parkin. Yum!
The top rated afternoon tea that Iv had is “claridges “ in London. You have to dress smart & it isn’t cheep but OMG it’s sooooo worth it. It’s the best afternoon tea Iv ever had & Iv had a LOT of afternoon teas.
Afternoon tea at the ritz is a famous and very posh place. The deserts are to die for. The finger sandwiches were smoked salmon and cream cheese, cucumber and egg mayo with cress. Large fruited scone with jam and clotted cream, plus cake and lemon tart au citron. Could barely walk after but it was an amazing experience for a northern lass.
If you're still in York, head to the Evil Eye, fantastic hidden bar. As others have said, the Ritz is the one for afternoon tea, expensive but worth it, though Betty's is also renowned.
Good to see you putting the cream on the scone first, then the Jam. You know theres a whole debate about the correct order for that? The folks down on Devon insist on doing it the wrong way.. Jam first?! 🤷♂️😂😆
If you go to Howick Hall in Northumberland you can have afternoon tea in their beautiful cafe. It's special because Howick Hall was home to Earl Grey - the one the tea blend is named for - and the food and cakes there are delicious.
Your doing York proud. I have a caravan which I have on a seasonal site on the south western side of York which means I visit York quite a lot from March to December. Despite that I've never been in Betty's tea room, walked past it lots of times and seen the queues. They put a Christmas tree on that square at Christmas and other Christmasy things happen there in the run up to the big day. Thanks for your videos of your UK trip, I'm really enjoying them.
That apple tart was so adorable! I have always wanted to try one of those afternoon tea bus tours in London. I did once go to an afternoon tea in one of the posh hotels and felt like an absolute peasant compared to some of the fancy people there!
The enjoyment you get in the food is wonderful. Will second that the Savoy as a good place for afternoon teas. As a child if my father was working away my mother would make us an afternoon tea. With finger sandwiches and lots of goodies including homemade brandy snaps filled with cream. Happy days.
I do enjoy afternoon tea, the best I had was at the Savoy in London a few years ago, it was my 50th birthday so our waitress also presented me with a small birthday cake…. It was amazingly Rich but I was so full by then I struggled to eat it.
Got to agree Neil went 20 years ago. The Savoy does a great afternoon tea. And the room is just stunning. Suprising how many guys turned up without a tie and had to borrow one . It may have changed but it used to be the same in the Ritz. No tie no tea
@@Lee-70ish It's still the same for both, just make sure the card has plenty of credit left on it and a reservation has been made as even more popular now.
Australian here and I love Betty’s Tea Room. We love the atmosphere there. We also had lunch in the Tea Rooms at Castle Howard in Yorkshire. It was used as a film set in series 1 of Brigerton. ❤️ the UK.
Really lovely video and so glad you enjoyed it. Traditional afternoon tea in many places can be expensive but an experience... nothing wrong with doing a bit of posh when on holiday! However the food and the teas taste so much better if one dresses for the occasion... (JOKING!) A family tradition in the UK is "High tea" on Sunday afternoon... As a Yorkshireman we knew it as a "Yorkshire tea" (not the tea bags!). There's a bit of a variation from what "southerners" eat, but the for the life of me can't remember what it is...??? all I remember is the table groaning under the weight of the food!!! Oh, and the huge anticipation for the trifle at the end! Anyone else remember that? Once again; so glad you experienced and enjoyed it!!!
Sunday high tea is what we had in Liverpool as well. Would look forward to lovely sandwiches and cakes/biscuits, even better with a Bird's trifle with hundreds and thousands on! 😋
I love afternoon tea, & my favourite one I’ve had was at The Ritz hotel in London. I also had a great Mary Poppins themed one up The Shard, & the one at The Savoy is pretty good too.
I’ve recently come across your content and I’m really enjoying it, nice to see you touring around my home country! Also (really weirdly!) Love that you have good table manners, so many you tubers do food videos and they chew and talk with their mouth open and are so noisy it puts me off…anyone else notice this or is it just me 🤣
Cheese and chutney/pickle, that is a British staple. Anyone who hasn't eaten it, whether posh or poor, hasn't really visited Britain and had tea. I'll take any variety served but at home, for tea, it's usually a hearty slice of mature cheddar and Branston on our home-baked bread - us being posh but poor. Great with a cool glass of Spitfire pale ale too. Your next visit will have to include some brewery tours. I grew up near Burton, so I'm instinctively a Pedigree man (been known to enjoy a pint of Bass), but when you start diving down into the world of ales, there's so many really nice pints from local breweries. In fact, it'd be worth visiting a decent pub when England are playing to get a whole new atmosphere. Very different from Betty's.
Try having afternoon tea at home... that's how we do it here in Northern Ireland. We don't stand on ceremony but many of us think tea tastes better from a China cup or mug and a teapot is essential in my view... no dipping teabags in a cup! Put a tablecloth on the table, use good bread, proper Irish butter and fresh ingredients for sandwiches and bake your own pastries and cakes. Stay safe and God bless. Vera
Love that you went to Betty's. Used to live in York for my studies. If you ever go back, you have to try the brown bread ice cream (with toffee sauce!) - so so good!
Manchester has a very quirky place called the Richmond tearooms. I've not been there for a while but it has an Alice in Wonderland theme. It really is magical.
Good to see you enjoying a proper afternoon tea. This type of tea is only had on special occasions, and for most households died out decades ago. So it's special when it is served like this. You did well to ask the server about how best to have it and the dessert fork, in good places they're happy to advise. You can learn table etiquette easily as many of us Brits had to when we're growing up. The importance of 'table manners' was a major thing growing up in our family, so you were equipped to fit in and feel comfortable in any social situation, however formal or relaxed. And as international cuisine became more popular we've had to learn how best to eat other dishes - with forks, hands, chopsticks etc. You did well! 👏
We call this “high tea” here in Melbourne Australia. It’s very much part of Australia’s British heritage. It is really an “event”, and most people dress up a little for it. The food you had looks incredible! I don’t think it’s too fancy for anyone who enjoys the experience of it - life’s too short, so enjoy every moment.
I took my mum to this tea room a few years ago. She really enjoyed it and it was a nice atmosphere. You don’t need to worry about it being too fancy there, people generally don’t care about such things over here. They made the mistake of asking me if I wanted more sandwiches and of course I said yes. Thanks for the video.
I’ve been there and to the one in Harrogate. Lovely tea, sandwiches, scones and best of all the cakes 😋 Glad you enjoyed, just dig in and enjoy yourself. They’re cold water prawns, tiny little things which is why they’re nice.
As Hugo Drax says in the bond film Moonraker... "Afternoon tea. Perhaps the one undeniable English contribution to civilization. May I press you to a cucumber sandwich Mr Bond?"
Just discovered this. Will now subscribe to your channel! We love Betty's. We have been to all of them (Ikley is our nearest so we pop along there frequently). But we love all of them. York, Harrogate, Northallerton, Harlow Carr (both the actual tearooms and the outside cafe in the gardens - Harlow Carr is a gardens. It's an amazing place to wander round and admire, plus gift shop, plus plant selection area ....). You put your cream on the scone first, then the jam, I noticed. There's a bit of an 'argument' over the correct way! Many people also put the jam on first then the cream. We do it that way. Neither way is wrong - just different! So glad you got to enjoy Betty's. They are obviously a Yorkshire institution. And a throwback to the days of genteel 'dining'. They also do mail orders by the way.
Great Fosters in Egham, Surrey is a great place for afternoon tea, parts of the building are original Tudor, it's in fantastic gardens too. The afternoon tea itself is really excellent with even the bread individually paired in taste with the sandwich fillings...
Awwww I adore having an afternoon tea. Loving your vlogs and your enthusiasm for everything! I'm finally back over in the States in 6 weeks ( and counting ) Orlando is calling 😆 and I love how amazing you Americans do theme parks, and get justxas excited mooching in your supermarkets and trying different food...as you guys do here! Take care guys x
Great stuff guys. Many London top hotels that do afternoon tea used to demand a shirt and tie as a minimum preferably with a jacket or suit. It may have changed but i suspect not
Have eaten at Betty’s in York once, but it was so long ago now - don’t remember much about it, but don’t think it was afternoon tea. However, I have had afternoon tea in the Pump Rooms in Bath (which is next to the Roman baths) and that, I imagine, was a similar experience with sandwiches, scones & cakes and music from a pianist or string quartet. Also felt a bit out of place, but on the other hand - what the heck 😊 It’s all an experience 😊 and I’d certainly do it again.
Yes, for sure the pump room in Bath was lovely, I did it in the 90's, I doubt it has changed, price apart. Last time was the Tudor tea rooms in Plymouth's historic Barbican, I came over to the treat with my English family & Aussie cousins visiting too.
@@russcattell955i I just came back from a weekend break to Bath and had afternoon tea at the Pump Room. It was stunning food and very chilled with a trio of amazing musicians. In my opinion one of the best places to experience afternoon tea not just because of the quality but also the historical significance of the place itself!
Don’t let the atmosphere get to you just enjoy the experience! As for London I recommend Fortnum & Mason in Piccadilly. They’re the Queen’s Grocers don’t you know! Look forward to the video
That did look very fancy! If you head toward the Midlands again, Thomas Oken Tearooms in Warwick next to the castle is excellent and has a great loose-leaf tea menu and giant scones. It's a little charming place rather than feeling really fancy.
Glad you enjoyed the afternoon tea. Yes it is a bit fancy. It’s more of a treat for most people rather than a regular thing although some more well off people do have regular afternoon tea.
I was at comic con in May in London. A friend and I went to the Sunborn Yacht Hotel restaurant there at the Excel Centre in East London for afternoon tea. It was amazing. I think out of all the afternoon tea I've had, that was the best.
You could do a Betty's crawl - add Harrogate, Ilkley and Harlow Carr! When I was a teenager, my friend & I, used to occasionally go to Betty's Northallerton, on our way home from school, in our uniforms, for cinnamon toast and hot chocolate. Our special treat - we saved our pocket money.
Afternoon tea is a bit of a tourist thing now, unless you're in high society! For the rest of us its also a treat to go to these places. Glad you enjoyed the experience. Maybe in a 'usual' English home setting you'd be feeling more relaxed! Lovely seeing your vlog, thank you x
Well done for going to Betty’s. Part of my childhood and younger life… but the one in Harrogate is, in my opinion, even better. There are some great places to have afternoon tea near us in the Southwest… I do not know if you can get Afternoon Tea on the train anymore. But that used to be the height of opulence!
One of our long time traditions , Afternoon tea ☕🥧🍰 Enjoy the UK 🇺🇲❤️🇬🇧Picked a lovely place to try and hope you enjoyed what you chose to try in the UK ,Thanks for your great videos the both of you have gotten everywhere ,Hope the both of you are having a grand tour of the UK 🇺🇲❤️🇬🇧
Classic afternoon tea follows the same format anywhere in England. Bottom layer a selection of delicate sandwiches often including speciality ingredients of whatever region you are in. Middle layer cream scone, top layer little sweet fancies of some kind. No need to feel out of your comfort zone this is a classic special treat for people of just about any background.
I had once in the Coal Exchange in Cardiff, a Gentleman's Afternoon Tea, it had sausage rolls and pies on it, plus mini burger. They do the traditional afternoon tea there also, but the Gentleman's one was a nice change from the normal. Would recommend, plus it's just a great hotel to stay in.
You HAVE to go to Sketch in London at some point. Either for their afternoon tea or just lunch or dinner in one of their incredible rooms! Such a great experience!
Mine is poached salmon. ( can't stand smoked salmon though) Last time we visited Betty's, there were poached salmon sandwiches with the Afternoon tea, I'd have cried, with disappointment ,to find smoked salmon..that's just me, though
If you’re ever in Northumberland I highly recommend the running fox. There’s 4 of them in different locations and it’s a totally different vibe. Very laid back and the food items are all full sized. By far the best afternoon tea I’ve had
If you get to Southport near Liverpool at any point, you should check out the Westminster Tea Room. It has a really olde-worlde ambience, everything in it is genuine vintage stuff - the cutlery, crockery, everything - and the music there is provided by an actual gramophone playing old 78 records. They have a strict no-hard-sell/up-sell policy too, it's absolutely focussed on the guests relaxing and having a great experience.
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Loving the videos! Glad you enjoyed the afternoon tea, York and the countryside around it is a lovely area (a friend of mine got married around there). I'm a Norwich resident, if you fancy somewhere a bit different Assembly House in Norwich does themed afternoon teas (I went to a unicorn one, the latest they've got is a Wizard of Oz one, they also do themed cocktails). Also Norwich is home to the award winning Grovesnor Fish and Chip shop and the High Sea, which is like an afternoon tea but with fish and chips.
Unless you're posh, people in England don't tend to have afternoon tea, nearest thing we have is a mug of tea and some biscuits. When we went to York when I was a kid we used to go to a cafe not far from Betty's, but it was a lot cheaper 😂
Hiya. Too many grand places for afternoon tea in London to be able to suggest just one. However, wherever you think of going a) book well in advance - you'll probably have to, anyway and b) when you book, ask if there's a dress code. Most places suggest or expect at least 'smart casual' but some, like The Ritz, have a strict, specific dress code policy. You might have to take out a second mortgage, too, but then it IS a special occasion, after all. Stay safe. All the best to you.
There used to be companies that would do trips to London. It included a trip on the London eye, a short river cruise, and then tea at a hotel.
Afternoon tea in London....if you google it comes up with ideas. The best need pre-booking. The atrium up in the Shard sounds interesting if you can handle the height. Our daughter took my wife for her 70th birthday treat to the Ritz hotel. Expensive, atmospheric, even the lady on the next table took Champagne with her cucumber sandwiches! I would prefer the Shard option.
Afternoon tea is a traditional British thing, don't feel out of your depth, enjoy, your lovely people and deserve the best xxxxxxxx
The best thing about Betty’s tea room are the Fat Rascals their signature cake/scone thing
If you find yourselves in cornwall make sure you put the jam on the scone before the cream.
Don't feel it was to fancy for you you are welcome here glad you enjoyed it and the tea
Afternoon tea ( Get you ) ... Bath is one of my favourite places if I'm going for a afternoon tea .. Lucky enough I only live 4 miles away ( watching your vids ..Makes me feel I should appreciate what's on my doorstep more ... Love watching your vids thanks..
Don't ever feel as though a place is 'too fancy' for you - it's sandwiches and cake at the end of the day - enjoy it and have a try at making your own when you're home . I can recommend British cheeses - there are lots and there is a flavour to suit everyone .
plus they didn't seem to have a dress code - proper fancy afternoon tea requires a jacket if not a tie!
My darlings, go to the grosvenor in Chester or the midland Hotel in Manchester....very good teas in the North of England. Xx
Not at all. I"ve been there loads and love it.
@@thomasc8482 Indeed !!
@@lizmorse2066 I would , however, recommend smarter clothes. At least a jacket for Jeremy,( and maybe a dress?,) in the Grosvenor. It's more 'up market ' than Betty's but you'd really love it .Don't EVER feel 'out of place'. You are NOT !! The atmosphere, such as the background piano, is just for the added ambience and to make the experience more special. You're just eating cake and sandwiches, and Betty's staff are friendly and welcoming. Relax and enjoy it! Betty's has no dress code . We have taken our 2 (now Adult ) sons to Michelin Star Restaurants, for VERY special occasions, since they were about 4 years old ( we've always insisted on great table manners. They've always made us proud. ) The first time, they were 4 and 8, and the Staff were shocked but polite. It was for lunch and they behaved impeccably. So much so, that the Chef created special ' mice' ,made from potato and vegetables, for their plates and introduced himself to them. One now says he's not comfortable in that atmosphere.( Because he now has arthritis and is wheelchair dependent!!!) NO, he is as good as ANYONE ,and I say "please just relax and enjoy the food" It's the experience. The Staff at all the Restaurants, have always been impeccable in their manners and Service. Very welcoming and friendly. Enjoy yourselves. These experiences remain special, in all of our memories, as they will be for both of you
You two are so sweet, you seem such gentle souls. Glad you had a lovely time.
No, nononononono. No one is ever out of place when they're enjoying afternoon tea. It is a universal thing, there are no rules, there is no wrong way to partake, relax and indulge in a good afternoon tea.
Glad you enjoyed it!
You are spot on, never feel uncomfortable in your surroundings.
Try telling them that at the Ritz in London.
@@favesongslistxactly...no riff raff 😁
It certainly was not too fancy,You both are very friendly polite people.
My favourite is the Langham London,though is dearer than this one
Glad you enjoyed it
Rubens at the Palace tea menu looked scrumptious or Fortnum and Mason if not to have tea then at least to just to look at the store it’s amazing 😻🤩
Don’t ever feel not fancy enough. I always think places like that are for people like you and me, who don’t do this kind of thing every day, and just want a lovely special experience. It all looked fabulous by the way
Thanks for sharing your experience! I’ve heard that the Ting located in the Shard is an amazing afternoon tea and the views are even better than the London eye 😊😊
You guys really are honorary brits with all this tea you're drinking. Fun fact, Tanks within the British army have had kettles in them for tea making since WWll.
I am so glad you enjoyed your afternoon tea at Betty's. I work for the tea side of the business as Taylor's tea is all part of the same company.
I've been watching all your videos and really enjoyed them. It's so nice to see how enthusiastically you seem to embrace some of the places, the history and the food we have to offer. I get the impression you could quite happily live here! I'm glad the weather has been on your side too. I hope your stay has been enjoyable and you go back home with nice stories to tell about good old England. Maybe you could do a walkabout video of your home town as a comparison for us? Thanks for visiting. Take care. 🙂
As you are travelling, try in Lancashire Bath Bun. Then head to Wales and try different food..
I would reccomend to go to Cawthorne in England it is near barnsley a little town in yorkshire near Leeds
I'm so happy that you discovered Bettys. In that very spot where you are, last year my wife and I celebrated her "special" birthday with exactly the same afternoon tea. It's not the sort of place that can be done too often, but as a special occasion it is perfect.
Without doubt you 2 are the nicest Americans on RUclips. You need to visit Norfolk beaches & boards. Safe travels
Taking my wife here when we visit in September. She's a huge Downton Abbey fan and this is (supposedly) the one featured in the TV show.
I also wanted to add that I'm so glad you guys are doing all the "outside London" stuff. So many Americans just do London and think that's Britain. That would be like a Brit just going to New York City and thinking that's the USA. It's refreshing to see all your travels!
Go to Bottoms in Whitby, Yorkshire. It’s like Betty’s but more old school and honest!
Great video, I've lived in the UK all my 63 years and I've never had afternoon tea maybe that will change one day lol xx
Get yourself that Afternoon Tea ❤ you deserve it
Great choice for afternoon tea. My nan used to take me to Bettys in the 70's for afternoon tea.
The more upmarket afternoon teas usually offer free refills.
Another tea room venue is fortnum and Mason in piccadilly London, a short distance from the ritz.
I had a great afternoon tea in London on board a ferry, it was really cool eating afternoon while cruising down the Thames.
You two are just a pure delight...such a lovely happy couple ..your vlogs are so full of warmth and enjoyable 👍💕
Thank you! ❤
The festive afternoon tea at The Ritz was the most amazing dining experience. They had a children's choir singing Christmas songs whilst you eat as well as a more Christmas themed menu. Just beautiful
My friends and I treat ourselves to an afternoon tea once or twice a year. Our go to place is the South Lodge hotel in beautiful rural Sussex. It is pricey (and we often up-grade to add a glass of English sparkling wine from the Nyetimber vineyard - better than many champagnes imo). We love to dress up for it (although many don't) and make an occassion of it.
Never feel 'out of your element'. Most places are pretty casual now (apart from the super fancy hotels in London) and I'm sure they rarely have any kind of dress code.
Try Leonardslee across the road, if you haven't so far. I think it is a better experience and they have a Michelin Star.
In some parts of the country eating a crumbly cheese like Wensleydale or Lancashire with a rich fruit cake is definitely the way to go. You can also pair it with something like Lincolnshire plum loaf or a nice sticky Parkin. Yum!
I think you didn’t seem out of your element at all. I loved the absolute joy you showed in describing the food and setting. You were perfect!
The top rated afternoon tea that Iv had is “claridges “ in London. You have to dress smart & it isn’t cheep but OMG it’s sooooo worth it. It’s the best afternoon tea Iv ever had & Iv had a LOT of afternoon teas.
Afternoon tea at the ritz is a famous and very posh place. The deserts are to die for. The finger sandwiches were smoked salmon and cream cheese, cucumber and egg mayo with cress. Large fruited scone with jam and clotted cream, plus cake and lemon tart au citron. Could barely walk after but it was an amazing experience for a northern lass.
If you're still in York, head to the Evil Eye, fantastic hidden bar. As others have said, the Ritz is the one for afternoon tea, expensive but worth it, though Betty's is also renowned.
Good to see you putting the cream on the scone first, then the Jam. You know theres a whole debate about the correct order for that? The folks down on Devon insist on doing it the wrong way.. Jam first?! 🤷♂️😂😆
Love watching your videos and hearing the Americans take on things. Keep it up.
I’ve been so thoroughly impressed with your videos as you travel round our beautiful country, you guys are so engaging!
If you go to Howick Hall in Northumberland you can have afternoon tea in their beautiful cafe. It's special because Howick Hall was home to Earl Grey - the one the tea blend is named for - and the food and cakes there are delicious.
Your doing York proud. I have a caravan which I have on a seasonal site on the south western side of York which means I visit York quite a lot from March to December. Despite that I've never been in Betty's tea room, walked past it lots of times and seen the queues. They put a Christmas tree on that square at Christmas and other Christmasy things happen there in the run up to the big day. Thanks for your videos of your UK trip, I'm really enjoying them.
That apple tart was so adorable! I have always wanted to try one of those afternoon tea bus tours in London. I did once go to an afternoon tea in one of the posh hotels and felt like an absolute peasant compared to some of the fancy people there!
They were probably looking at you and thinking you looked posh. Really wealthy people have staff to make their afternoon tea for them at home! ☕️ 🍰 🧁
The enjoyment you get in the food is wonderful.
Will second that the Savoy as a good place for afternoon teas.
As a child if my father was working away my mother would make us an afternoon tea. With finger sandwiches and lots of goodies including homemade brandy snaps filled with cream. Happy days.
You are in the UK and we value you being here. That is coming from a Scotsman. Have a great time wherever you roam.Rab xx
I do enjoy afternoon tea, the best I had was at the Savoy in London a few years ago, it was my 50th birthday so our waitress also presented me with a small birthday cake…. It was amazingly Rich but I was so full by then I struggled to eat it.
Oh wow! That sounds fun. We'll have to try there next time.
I take my Mrs there most years for her birthday...she loves it too!
Got to agree Neil went 20 years ago.
The Savoy does a great afternoon tea.
And the room is just stunning.
Suprising how many guys turned up without a tie and had to borrow one .
It may have changed but it used to be the same in the Ritz.
No tie no tea
@@Lee-70ish It's still the same for both, just make sure the card has plenty of credit left on it and a reservation has been made as even more popular now.
I know the feeling Neil. The Savoy's afternoon tea is epic, but extraordinarily filling.
Australian here and I love Betty’s Tea Room. We love the atmosphere there. We also had lunch in the Tea Rooms at Castle Howard in Yorkshire. It was used as a film set in series 1 of Brigerton. ❤️ the UK.
lovely to see you enjoying yourselves in York; my "go-to" sandwich is Wensleydale and beetroot (not pickled), you must try it.
Thanks for visiting York. It is where I live, sometimes you forget how nice it is here.
Mama Doreen's in Harrogate is fantastic
We love a proper afternoon tea. We did 3 in Scotland and occasionally do one here because we enjoy it so much.
Really lovely video and so glad you enjoyed it. Traditional afternoon tea in many places can be expensive but an experience... nothing wrong with doing a bit of posh when on holiday! However the food and the teas taste so much better if one dresses for the occasion... (JOKING!) A family tradition in the UK is "High tea" on Sunday afternoon... As a Yorkshireman we knew it as a "Yorkshire tea" (not the tea bags!). There's a bit of a variation from what "southerners" eat, but the for the life of me can't remember what it is...??? all I remember is the table groaning under the weight of the food!!! Oh, and the huge anticipation for the trifle at the end! Anyone else remember that? Once again; so glad you experienced and enjoyed it!!!
Sunday high tea is what we had in Liverpool as well. Would look forward to lovely sandwiches and cakes/biscuits, even better with a Bird's trifle with hundreds and thousands on! 😋
I love afternoon tea, & my favourite one I’ve had was at The Ritz hotel in London. I also had a great Mary Poppins themed one up The Shard, & the one at The Savoy is pretty good too.
If you ever get chance, head to Chatsworth house, afternoon tea and Xmas markets in November. Beautiful country house
What a delightful video!! Those sandwiches sounded sooo yummy! I need to find recipe’s to see if I can make one at home
I’ve recently come across your content and I’m really enjoying it, nice to see you touring around my home country!
Also (really weirdly!) Love that you have good table manners, so many you tubers do food videos and they chew and talk with their mouth open and are so noisy it puts me off…anyone else notice this or is it just me 🤣
Cheese and chutney/pickle, that is a British staple. Anyone who hasn't eaten it, whether posh or poor, hasn't really visited Britain and had tea. I'll take any variety served but at home, for tea, it's usually a hearty slice of mature cheddar and Branston on our home-baked bread - us being posh but poor. Great with a cool glass of Spitfire pale ale too.
Your next visit will have to include some brewery tours. I grew up near Burton, so I'm instinctively a Pedigree man (been known to enjoy a pint of Bass), but when you start diving down into the world of ales, there's so many really nice pints from local breweries.
In fact, it'd be worth visiting a decent pub when England are playing to get a whole new atmosphere. Very different from Betty's.
Try having afternoon tea at home... that's how we do it here in Northern Ireland. We don't stand on ceremony but many of us think tea tastes better from a China cup or mug and a teapot is essential in my view... no dipping teabags in a cup! Put a tablecloth on the table, use good bread, proper Irish butter and fresh ingredients for sandwiches and bake your own pastries and cakes. Stay safe and God bless. Vera
Cara’s voice is very soothing and friendly I love her accent.
Love that you went to Betty's. Used to live in York for my studies. If you ever go back, you have to try the brown bread ice cream (with toffee sauce!) - so so good!
Manchester has a very quirky place called the Richmond tearooms. I've not been there for a while but it has an Alice in Wonderland theme. It really is magical.
Good to see you enjoying a proper afternoon tea. This type of tea is only had on special occasions, and for most households died out decades ago. So it's special when it is served like this.
You did well to ask the server about how best to have it and the dessert fork, in good places they're happy to advise. You can learn table etiquette easily as many of us Brits had to when we're growing up. The importance of 'table manners' was a major thing growing up in our family, so you were equipped to fit in and feel comfortable in any social situation, however formal or relaxed. And as international cuisine became more popular we've had to learn how best to eat other dishes - with forks, hands, chopsticks etc. You did well! 👏
We call this “high tea” here in Melbourne Australia. It’s very much part of Australia’s British heritage. It is really an “event”, and most people dress up a little for it. The food you had looks incredible! I don’t think it’s too fancy for anyone who enjoys the experience of it - life’s too short, so enjoy every moment.
Then you are incorrect. It's 'afternoon tea'. 'High tea' is a hot, worker's meal.
I love afternoon tea. I always enjoy cucumber sandwiches when I have it. Very finely cut cucumber
I took my mum to this tea room a few years ago. She really enjoyed it and it was a nice atmosphere. You don’t need to worry about it being too fancy there, people generally don’t care about such things over here. They made the mistake of asking me if I wanted more sandwiches and of course I said yes.
Thanks for the video.
I’ve been there and to the one in Harrogate. Lovely tea, sandwiches, scones and best of all the cakes 😋 Glad you enjoyed, just dig in and enjoy yourself. They’re cold water prawns, tiny little things which is why they’re nice.
Love this couple thoroughly enjoying everything. Went to Betty's years ago and entirely forgot about it.
As Hugo Drax says in the bond film Moonraker... "Afternoon tea. Perhaps the one undeniable English contribution to civilization. May I press you to a cucumber sandwich Mr Bond?"
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We love Betty's. We have been to all of them (Ikley is our nearest so we pop along there frequently). But we love all of them. York, Harrogate, Northallerton, Harlow Carr (both the actual tearooms and the outside cafe in the gardens - Harlow Carr is a gardens. It's an amazing place to wander round and admire, plus gift shop, plus plant selection area ....).
You put your cream on the scone first, then the jam, I noticed. There's a bit of an 'argument' over the correct way! Many people also put the jam on first then the cream. We do it that way. Neither way is wrong - just different!
So glad you got to enjoy Betty's. They are obviously a Yorkshire institution. And a throwback to the days of genteel 'dining'. They also do mail orders by the way.
Nice video. Glad you folksies enjoyed yourselves. I loved the Burt Bacharach in the background.
Great Fosters in Egham, Surrey is a great place for afternoon tea, parts of the building are original Tudor, it's in fantastic gardens too. The afternoon tea itself is really excellent with even the bread individually paired in taste with the sandwich fillings...
Delightful you came to Yorkshire. Glad you enjoyed it. Been watching you guys for a while.
Loving the vids guys and loving the positive vibes
Are you going to try bettys in Harrogate North Yorkshire and please try fish and chips in Whitby or Filey or both at the seaside thank you
We did Claridges in London. Very fancy but lovely
Awwww I adore having an afternoon tea. Loving your vlogs and your enthusiasm for everything!
I'm finally back over in the States in 6 weeks ( and counting ) Orlando is calling 😆 and I love how amazing you Americans do theme parks, and get justxas excited mooching in your supermarkets and trying different food...as you guys do here!
Take care guys x
Great stuff guys.
Many London top hotels that do afternoon tea used to demand a shirt and tie as a minimum preferably with a jacket or suit.
It may have changed but i suspect not
Ow I love their tea rooms...ive been to them all ...love York also !!
Have eaten at Betty’s in York once, but it was so long ago now - don’t remember much about it, but don’t think it was afternoon tea. However, I have had afternoon tea in the Pump Rooms in Bath (which is next to the Roman baths) and that, I imagine, was a similar experience with sandwiches, scones & cakes and music from a pianist or string quartet.
Also felt a bit out of place, but on the other hand - what the heck 😊 It’s all an experience 😊 and I’d certainly do it again.
Yes, for sure the pump room in Bath was lovely, I did it in the 90's, I doubt it has changed, price apart. Last time was the Tudor tea rooms in Plymouth's historic Barbican, I came over to the treat with my English family & Aussie cousins visiting too.
@@russcattell955i I just came back from a weekend break to Bath and had afternoon tea at the Pump Room. It was stunning food and very chilled with a trio of amazing musicians. In my opinion one of the best places to experience afternoon tea not just because of the quality but also the historical significance of the place itself!
Don’t let the atmosphere get to you just enjoy the experience! As for London I recommend Fortnum & Mason in Piccadilly. They’re the Queen’s Grocers don’t you know! Look forward to the video
That did look very fancy! If you head toward the Midlands again, Thomas Oken Tearooms in Warwick next to the castle is excellent and has a great loose-leaf tea menu and giant scones. It's a little charming place rather than feeling really fancy.
I'm happy you enjoyed the afternoon tea in York, enjoy the rest of your stay x
Thankyou for a lovely relaxing tea time and inviting us along. I loved this video. I'm now having a sicilian ham sandwich, yes, with mustard 🇬🇧
You are so welcome! Your sandwich sounds tasty.
Glad you enjoyed the afternoon tea. Yes it is a bit fancy. It’s more of a treat for most people rather than a regular thing although some more well off people do have regular afternoon tea.
Afternoon tea at The Ivy is 👌🏻 I went to the one in York for my birthday and it was so nice!
I was at comic con in May in London. A friend and I went to the Sunborn Yacht Hotel restaurant there at the Excel Centre in East London for afternoon tea. It was amazing. I think out of all the afternoon tea I've had, that was the best.
Fortnum & Mason's -
The Queens grocer's
Afternoon Tea is sublime.
I’ve been to Betty’s in York, and am going to treat myself to Betty’s in Northallerton which is just down the road from me.
You could do a Betty's crawl - add Harrogate, Ilkley and Harlow Carr! When I was a teenager, my friend & I, used to occasionally go to Betty's Northallerton, on our way home from school, in our uniforms, for cinnamon toast and hot chocolate. Our special treat - we saved our pocket money.
Afternoon tea is a bit of a tourist thing now, unless you're in high society! For the rest of us its also a treat to go to these places. Glad you enjoyed the experience. Maybe in a 'usual' English home setting you'd be feeling more relaxed!
Lovely seeing your vlog, thank you x
Well done for going to Betty’s. Part of my childhood and younger life… but the one in Harrogate is, in my opinion, even better.
There are some great places to have afternoon tea near us in the Southwest…
I do not know if you can get Afternoon Tea on the train anymore. But that used to be the height of opulence!
Betty’s Harrogate definitely superior to York.
@@ianelstub4097 are you a Yorkshire man.? 😂
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Looks lovely glad you're enjoying your stay
Classic afternoon tea follows the same format anywhere in England. Bottom layer a selection of delicate sandwiches often including speciality ingredients of whatever region you are in. Middle layer cream scone, top layer little sweet fancies of some kind. No need to feel out of your comfort zone this is a classic special treat for people of just about any background.
So glad you liked the afternoon tea .
Betty's is the very best and I've had tea at the Ritz in London!
I had once in the Coal Exchange in Cardiff, a Gentleman's Afternoon Tea, it had sausage rolls and pies on it, plus mini burger. They do the traditional afternoon tea there also, but the Gentleman's one was a nice change from the normal. Would recommend, plus it's just a great hotel to stay in.
Okay, sausage rolls and a mini burger sounds like pretty good Afternoon Tea.
Yay! Great memories for the wife and I at Betty's in York. What a lovely Tea Room with super friendly staff and yummy cakes. Second to none teas.
You HAVE to go to Sketch in London at some point. Either for their afternoon tea or just lunch or dinner in one of their incredible rooms! Such a great experience!
My go to sandwich is not posh at all. A basic ham sandwich with smokey bacon crisps. Carb heaven 🥰
Mine is poached salmon. ( can't stand smoked salmon though) Last time we visited Betty's, there were poached salmon sandwiches with the Afternoon tea, I'd have cried, with disappointment ,to find smoked salmon..that's just me, though
If you’re ever in Northumberland I highly recommend the running fox. There’s 4 of them in different locations and it’s a totally different vibe. Very laid back and the food items are all full sized. By far the best afternoon tea I’ve had
If you get to Southport near Liverpool at any point, you should check out the Westminster Tea Room. It has a really olde-worlde ambience, everything in it is genuine vintage stuff - the cutlery, crockery, everything - and the music there is provided by an actual gramophone playing old 78 records.
They have a strict no-hard-sell/up-sell policy too, it's absolutely focussed on the guests relaxing and having a great experience.