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An Ozarks treasure, afternoon tea at Chateau on the Lake in Branson, MO
Start an new tradition with afternoon tea at The Chateau.
Tea sandwiches, fresh baked scones, pastries and your choice of tea highlight The Chateau on the Lake’s afternoon tea. Renew an old English custom or start a new Missouri Ozarks tradition with an indulgent midday break.
We began our afternoon gathering by selecting from a variety of teas. One of my guests chose a traditional English tea and the other, an herb
tea. I chose a raspberry tea. We each had our own little tea pot filled with hot water.
Because tea treats are made and baked fresh for each service, a twenty four hour advance notice is required. When we arrived, our table was set with all the tea accompaniments including milk, lemon slices, sugars and fresh mint.
A tray of made-to-order tea sandwiches are followed by fresh baked mini scones with creme Anglaise and fruit preserves. Next, came an assortment
of beautiful sweets including chocolate covered strawberries and rich tea pastries. It’s OK to ask for a container to take home th
e extras.
The menu includes this story: “Afternoon Tea was first created when Anne, seventh duchess of Bedford, grew tired of the sinking feeling which afflicted her every afternoon around four o’clock during the long dull space between meals. In 1840, she plucked up the courage and asked for a tray of tea, bread, butter and cake to be brought to her room. Once she formed the habit, she found it impossible to break. Thus, the traditional Afternoon Tea was born and still remains a welcome respite in the afternoon!”
Tea at the Chateau on the Lake in Branson is sixteen dollars and ninety five cents. Twenty four hours advance notice and reservations are required. Call 417-243-1711 to make reservations.
Whether it’s a girlfriends weekend, anniversary celebration or, Thank You gift to a special friend, afternoon tea at the Chateau will always be a treasured memory.
Chateau on the Lake Resort, Spa and Convention Center,415 North State Highway 265 • Branson, Missouri 65616, Toll Free: 1-888-333-LAKE (5253) • Phone: (417) 334-1161 • Fax: (417) 339-5566
Example package at the Chateau: Silver Dollar City Presents Bluegrass & BBQ. Availability: 5/13/2009 - 5/31/2009. Package Includes: Two nights deluxe accommodations, $50 Food credit toward any of our food services, to b
e used during your stay, One set of Two-Day Passes to Silver Dollar City for two adults and one child, for use during your stay, Use of outdoor and indoor pools, hot tub, fitness facilities, playground and nature trail, free indoor parking. Read more about the Bluegrass and BBQ festival.
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