Tea at the Grand Floridian

[Tigger1]

Has anyone done the tea at the Grand Floridian? Do I need reservations?

Thanks Tigger

 

[bluejasmine]

My understand is you do need a ADR because the tea room is small and can fill up quickly. I am wanting to do this with my MIL she loves to give tea parties at Christmas so I am thinking of suprising her with this BUT Im trying to figure out when we will have time..

 

[tammyandtommy]

can someone give me more info on the tea and what all is included? I would love to do this while I am there sans kids?

 

[bluejasmine]

Check out www.wdwig.com and go to dining and click on Grand Floridian and then the tea it will list the times they do tea and what can be ordered.

 

[tammyandtommy]

thanks!

 

[Alicnwondrln]

http://www.allearsnet.com/menu/menu_gft.htm

Open 2-4:30 p.m. Daily



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The History of Tea

Five thousand years ago, China's legendary Emperor Shen Nung discovered tea. People outside the Far East enjoyed tea for the first time less than 500 years ago. Tea has played an important role in world history ever since. Today the world drinks more tea than any other beverage except water. Tea both calms and stimulates, warms and cools and above all tastes delicious.

How to Brew Tea

While the verbiage may change, the traditional way of brewing tea should not. The steps are as follows:

* Warm the pot to remove any chill
* Add one teaspoon full of tea per person plus one for the pot
* Add water that has just come to a boil
* Let the tea steep for a good five minutes... Pour and enjoy!


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Traditional Tea Selections

English Breakfast - Pure China Black tea

Darjeeling - Considered one of the finest teas in the world

Irish Breakfast - A rich, smooth and full bodied tea with a quiet taste

Ceylon and India - A classic; blended Assam and smooth Ceylon

Garden View Bouquet - An unique mixture created by Harney and Sons exclusively for the Garden View Lounge

Earl Grey - Four types of tea infused with Oil of Bergamot and a touch of citrus flavoring.

Formosa Oolong - A gentle brown unblended tea with a fruity aroma

Organic Green Tea - with citrus and gingko

Flavored Teas

Jasmine - From the Kwinglung Province refreshing and fragrant

Hot Cinnamon Spice - A mixture of Black tea, orange peel, three types of cinnamon, and sweet clove

Black Currant - A mixture of black teas flavored by natural Black Currant

Herbal and Caffeine Free

Chamomile - A tea with the flavor of ripe apples made with the finest Chamomile flowers from Egypt.

Peppermint - A delicious beverage made from dried peppermint leaves.

Raspberry - Infusion of raspberry and hibiscus , served hot or iced

Lemon Verbena - light and refreshing, a favorite during summertime

The above tea selections are $3.00 per person.

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Afternoon Tea Offerings

The Grand Tea - The classic English tradition of Afternoon Tea, Grand Floridian style. We offer you a variety of tea sandwiches, scones and jam tarts, followed by your choice of our freshly baked tea pastries or English trifle, accompanied by a glass of sparkling wine and your choice of tea. $24.50 per guest

Prince Edward's Tea - a delicious array of duck and cherry terrine, chicken & pork roulade, country pate en croute, and English Blue Stilton, the "king" of English cheeses. Served with marinated fresh berries and cumberland sauce. We then offer our delicious fresh baked scones served with rich Devonshire cream. Your choice of our tea with a glass of our Fonseca Bin 27 Character, Port. $20.00 per guest

Buckingham Palace - Our traditional tea sandwiches, scones and jam tarts complimented by fresh strawberries and cream, or a selection of freshly baked pastries, along with your choice of tea. $17.50 per guest

Sally Lunn Tea - Sally Lunn rolls date back to the 18th century where they were baked fresh, then sold on the streets of Bath England by the creator. Here at the Grand Floridian, we have carried on this tradition of this sweet yeast bread served lightly toasted with apricot preserves. This is followed by a choice of either trifle or strawberries and cream, along with your choice of tea. $12.50 per guest.

Mrs. Potts Tea - For the younger tea lover in your party, we offer a variety of tea sandwiches, tuna salad, ham and cheese, peanut butter and jelly on white bread. We serve our magical dark tea (chocolate milk), followed by a choice of 2 pastries $8.50 per guest

A La Carte Offerings

British Cheese Plate - a selection of traditional British cheeses, served with an array of seasonal fruit $12.50

Gentleman's Tea Platter - house-made duck and cherry terrine, chicken & pork roulade, country pate en croute, accompanied by marinated berries, cumberland sauce and English Blue Stilton $10.50

Plate of Assorted Tea Sandwiches - $8.50

 

[shoes99]

I just booked this for our October trip. My sister and I are doing an RnR. She has been sick for a long time, and this will be her first WDW trip in 10 years. When I told her I booked the tea, she replied "that is right up my alley". She has a frozen stomach, uses a nutrient tube in the evening, but she sure loves her tea. Can't wait to share this experience with her.