Get ready to be transported back in time, as the glamorous Cut & Craft invites you to their elegant Collinson’s Cafe Afternoon Tea.
There’s nothing quite like an afternoon tea, there’s just something about those dinky finger sandwiches and fresh scones with clotted cream that gets you feeling proper fancy.
And now, a restaurant in Leeds is hosting a specialist afternoon tea like no other that is set to transport you back to days gone by.
The Cut & Craft on King Edward Street is not only a lavish eatery serving up fantastic food and drink, but it also has some fascinating history behind it.
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The Grade II listed building, formerly known as Collinson’s Cafe, was famously frequented by Wallace Hartley, the Band Master of the Titanic.
Using this unique affiliation, The Cut & Craft’s beautiful interiors take inspiration from the elegance of the Titanic, and that is exactly what you can expect from their Collinson’s Cafe Afternoon Tea.
Taking place on Thursday 1 August at 3pm, step onboard and be transported to the historic cafe that once stood in the same very spot.
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Kick things off with a selection of savoury sandwiches fit for a king, including oak smoked salmon with creme fraiche and dill, honey roasted ham and mustard mayonnaise, roast beef and horseradish and free range egg with heritage tomatoes.
You will of course then indulge in freshly baked scones served with tangy strawberry jam and thick clotted cream.
A selection of gorgeous dainty cakes will also be presented on the tiered stand, including lemon curd and strawberry tarts, coconut cream macaroons, toffee ganache choux buns and rich chocolate brownies.
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All served alongside your choice of hot tea or coffee, how sophisticated.
This is all for just £40 per person or you can even upgrade to a Cocktail Afternoon Tea for £50 or Champagne Afternoon Tea for £55. Simply because, why not?
Whilst you’re dining in the beautiful atmosphere, a live string quartet will play the soundtrack to your afternoon – immediately transporting you to Collinson’s Cafe in all of its glory.
The perfect opportunity to catch up with friends or family, and do something that little bit different.
And better yet, you can rest assured that your afternoon won’t meet the same demise as the Titanic…
To book your table and to find out more, take a look at The Cut & Craft’s website.
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