Tea Party

[DisneyNyBride]

Has anyone ever had the tea party and if so would you mind sharing what the costs were? Did you have menu choices? And what did the guests think of it? Thanks!!

 

[Ember]

I had a tea party!! I think that option is there because of me (if you're talking about an afternoon tea reception).

It was very elegant and pretty and my guests loved how unique it was. I had full control over the menu. We had fruit at the pre-reception, then for tea I served soup and salad, followed by sandwiches, scones with preserves, and fresh strawberries & cream, lemon loaf, and tarts (these were on a three tiered plate), then we had English Trifle and wedding cake. VERY GOOD! I believe the meal was $55 per person, plus cake, and we had mimosas to toast with that were in addition.

the trifle:

I also had white chocolate tea cup favors:

We also had the string quartet, which added a lot of ambiance. I based it on having tea at the Ritz.

Hope that helps a bit, if I can answer any questions please let me know.

 

[DisneyNyBride]

I love your tea cup favors! very cute. I didn't know they did tea receptions but yours was so pretty!!

I was actually thinking of the Mad Hatter Tea Party though. Would you know if those would be similar menus and costs?

 

[Ember]

LOL, I'm not as helpful there, I'm afraid. I think the props are an arm and a leg, though.

 

[camara381]

Figmentfan had one, maybe she can help or you can take a look at her PJ or TR she has lots of pics

heres the link to her TR http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1752447

 

[DisneyBrideToni]

THe mad hatter tea party is crazy!!

If you go to www.mouseweddings.com you can see the price. It is very very expensive.

I wanted to have it but its just way to much. I think it was like 9,000.00 something close to that.

I am having tea at the Floridan instead..lol. Much cheaper. I think Figment Fan had a tea here.

 

[Ember]

I wanted to have it but its just way to much. I think it was like 9,000.00 something close to that.

Oh dear, that's almost my whole wedding!!

 

[DisneyNyBride]

Wow - i just saw those prices for the Mad Hatter party! I figured it would be around $5000, but that's just for the decorations!!

Can you reserve space for just the Grand Floridian tea instead? That looks a lot more realistic. And also very nice.

 

[DisneyBrideToni]

Wow - i just saw those prices for the Mad Hatter party! I figured it would be around $5000, but that's just for the decorations!!

Can you reserve space for just the Grand Floridian tea instead? That looks a lot more realistic. And also very nice.

Yes. You can either have your own section which you pay just like a catered party or you can just make reservations for a large group and pay at the end kind of like if you go out and eat. Here is what I found.

Gardenview Tea Room

Gardenview Tea Room is located in a large alcove in the lobby of the Grand Floridian Resort. It is open to the public each afternoon for a Victorian-style formal tea, complete with tiered silver serving trays and tea cosies.

Private Events

Gardenview Tea Room is available on a "buy out" basis for private events of up to 50 people. For a private event there is a minimum expenditure requirement of $500, plus 6.5% tax and 18% gratuity. Private events are available ONLY on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Anyone may book a private event.

Please note that as of 8/23/06, they are already booked up through January 2007! You must plan private events very far in advance.

When doing a private event, you will order from a preselected menu. (Please note that the menu items and prices do change from time to time. The menu provided here is simply an example to give you a general idea of the selections and pricing.)

Contact for booking private events: (407) 824-2351 - Leave a message with the date you want, number of guests and phone number. A credit card is required to hold your reservation and you will have to sign a contract.

Non-Private Events

You can also book large parties during Gardenview Tea Room's regular hours. A preselected menu is required for parties of 15 or more. (Please note that the menu items and prices do change from time to time. The menu provided here is simply an example to give you a general idea of the selections and pricing.)

Large parties are limited to 25 guests per party during regular hours. Large parties are booked in the first seating (2:00 pm) or in the last seating (4:40 pm or later).

For large groups a credit card is required to hold the reservation. Nothing will be charged unless you do not show. If you do not show and you have preselected a menu, the price of the menu will be billed to your credit card. If you need to cancel it must be done with 48 hours of the reservation time. Any changes to the party size must be communicated within 5 days of reservation date. They will do their best to accommodate additions to your party depending on availability.

Large parties are asked not to split the check, but rather to pay for the group in one transaction.

Contact for booking non-private events with 15-25 guests: (407) 824-2351 - Leave a message with the date you want, number of guests and phone number. A credit card is required to hold your reservation.

Contact for booking non-private events with 14 or fewer guests: (407) WDW-DINE (939-3463)

General Policies

Gift opening, speeches and games/trivia are not allowed in the restaurant. They will, however, assist with moving gifts to the main lobby area for your enjoyment.

They can arrange for special celebration cakes.

Table decorations can be brought in, or arranged through Disney World Florist at (407) 827-3505.

PRICES

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 Domaine Ste.-Michelle sparkling wine and your choice of tea. $25.50 per guest (Example of tea sandwiches may include: cucumber with watercress, shrimp salad with dill, chicken salad with almonds, grilled pear with gorgonzola, and egg salad, each on a different bread.)

Prince Edward's Tea - A delicious array of assorted pates, 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. $21.00 per guest

Buckingham Palace - Our traditional tea sandwiches, scones and jam tarts complemented by fresh strawberries and cream, or a selection of freshly baked pastries, along with your choice of tea. $19.50 per guest

Sally Lunn Tea - Sally Lunn bread dates back to the 18th century where it was 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. $13.50 per guest.

Mrs. Potts Tea - For the young 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 Mad Hatter tea (chocolate milk), followed by a choice of two pastries $10.50 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

English Blue Stilton Cheese - served with walnuts and marinated berries $6.95; served with Foncesca Port $12.75

Strawberries and Cream - $6.95

English Trifle - $6.95

Freshly Baked Scones with Devonshire Cream and Preserves - $3.50

Two Jam Tarts - $3.50

Sally Lunn Bread - $3.50

Lemon Pound Cake - $3.50

Pastries $2.75 each

Specialty Drinks include: Brandy Alexander, Champagne Cocktail, Grand Mimosa - $7.50

A variety of beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic are available)

Non-Alcoholic:
Press Pot Colombian Coffee $5.95
Press Pot Colombian Decaf Coffee $5.95
Espresso $3.19
Cappuccino $3.69
Hot Chocolate $2.19
Milk (hot or cold) $2.19
Chocolate Milk $2.19
Coke, Sprite, or Diet Coke $2.19
Apple or Orange Juice $2.29
Mineral Water $3.25

Selections from the bar:
Fonseca Bin 27, Character, N.V. $7.00
B & B $9.00
Budweiser $6.00
Miller Lite $6.00
Coors Light $6.00
Samuel Adams $6.50
Heineken $6.50
Bass Ale $6.75
Stella Artois $6.75

Champagne and Sparkling Wine:
Taittinger La Francaise Brut, N.V. $74.00 per bottle
Moet et Chandon White Star, N.V. $74.00 per bottle
Iron Horse Fairy Tale Cuvee Brut, Sonoma '97 $10.50 per glass, $55.00 per bottle
Domaine Ste.-Michelle, Blanc de Blanc, Columbia Valley $7.50 per glass, $34.00 per bottle
Martinelli Sparkling Cider $5.50 per glass, $22.00 per bottle

*Wine and Spirits available upon request.



HOPE THAT HELPS

 

[DisneyNyBride]

Thank you!!!!!!! You are so helpful! I think I may have a small group there instead of the Mad Hatter.

 

[OceanGdss]

thank you for posting all of that info!!! after watching the 'Seasons of Disney' show last week DF wants me to have a tea party for the bridal luncheon. Those prices you just listed are MUCH more do-able than a mad hatter tea party!!!! Thank u thank u thank u!

 

[DisneyBrideToni]

No problem!!

Yeah I really loved the Mad Hatter party but its just crazy! I am only have 12 women so the Grand Floridian is much much better!

Glad I could help!