So in honor of my often distracting and hard to keep-up-with train of thought, I will be dedicating every Wednesday's blog posts to wishful thinking.
Today's wishful Wednesday is about.... opening a Tea Parlour.
While I was travelling last year, I had a few days to myself in London which was spent wondering the streets. On one of the days, I popped into Harrods, and amongst the fabulous restaurants and cafes in the food level I found Lauree. It was a jaw-dropping site, a french inspired tea room with the most exquisite furniture and decor, like something straight from a Palace.
When I recently read about a tea parlour opening in Sydney, I started to ponder the thought of opening something similar in Adelaide, or somewhere regional like the Barossa. Since tea parlours have such a rich history (Lauree was opened in the late 1800's!), a vintage theme would work so well. A decor much like a grandma's lounge room - china plates, patterened table covers, brass candeliers, fresh flowers. Plus I've grown up with a love for tea and scones, no matter where in the world you are, if there are tea and scones on the menu you can feel right at home. Partnered with french delicacies and original Australian Women's Weekly recipes (hedgehog slice, strawberry spongecage, lamingtons), and a range of tea blends from all over the world. It would be a dream space to be surrounded in every day!
Laduree in Harrods, London. Even the napkins were stunning!
Tea Parlour, Sydney. My ideal vintage inspired decor. Odd matching plates and crockery, wall hangings, French-inspired furniture!
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