Palm Court at The Langham London Named City's Top Spot for Afternoon Tea by the Tea Guild

NEW YORK, April 20 /PRNewswire/ -- The Palm Court at The Langham London has received the tea world's highest accolade of Top London Afternoon Tea 2010 from the Tea Guild. Steeped in tradition dating from 1865, the birthplace of afternoon tea was honored by Tea Guild experts as the finest tea experience in the city, with near-perfect scores for variety, excellence and tea knowledge, as well as for quality of food, service, decor, ambiance and presentation.

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Judges from The Tea Guild, praised The Palm Court's light and airy setting, beautiful furnishings, and friendly and efficient staff providing exceptional service. As for tea, The Langham London surpassed expectations with more than 30 varieties of good character and flavor, brought and served with great care by knowledgeable staff that excelled at helping customers find just the right blend.

"Taking tea at Palm Court at The Langham is nothing short of a delight, with a beautiful, luxurious and very tranquil environment, combined with a very high quality of tea, food and service. For anyone caught in the bustle of London's West End, afternoon tea at Palm Court is a perfect retreat – an oasis of calm and tranquility," said Irene Gorman, Head of The Tea Guild.

The ritual of afternoon tea was born in The Palm Court 145 years ago, when the cream of Victorian society discovered the delight of mid-day rejuvenation with fine tea and snacks. That tradition continues at The Langham with their classic Wonderland Afternoon Tea (33 pounds Sterling per person) serving delights including tea sandwiches filled with blue fin tuna and pickled cucumber, smoked Scottish organic salmon with horseradish and watercress, home-baked scones, and English classics like Bakewell tarts and chocolate gateau.  

Palm Court also offers a luxurious twist on the old favorites with The Bijoux Tea, which boasts an indulgent menu including "Baccarat" crystal drops, "Cartier" Love Collection cookies, and "Asprey" Black & White Battenberg for 40 pounds per person.

On June 10, 2010, The Palm Court will celebrate the continuing tradition by serving afternoon tea in Palm Court at a special price of 1 shilling 6 pence. Rates at The Langham London start at 199 pounds double.

For more information or reservations, contact The Langham London at 1-800-588-9141 or visit http://london.langhamhotels.co.uk/en/info/london_luxury_hotels.htm.

SOURCE The Langham London