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| - Even as an adult, it's fun to dress up. One of the things you have to try before you die, is a high tea. Steeped in tradition as much as the Earl Grey that is ordered, it's an experience that you must garb up for, put on as many faux airs as you can, and find a venue that's appropriate. Forget any wing night that you may have gone to, it's time for some high-falootin' classy place, and Victoria's at the King Edward Hotel (http://www.yelp.ca/biz/le-meridien-king-edward-toronto), is probably the place in Toronto to do so.
Doffing a suit, dress, or what have you, start by the stroll through the marbled foyer of the King Edward. Upon arrival at Victoria's, confirm your reservation (a must) and follow the staff to your table. Since I'm not a member of the Toronto aristocracy (though I do know a joke that has the word "aristocrat" in it), and certainly not a product of new, old, or any money for that matter, it's nice to go in undercover and enjoy a taste of high society. It's also a great place to see the folks for whom high tea is not an event, but the norm.
The tea assortment is lavish and the range of sandwiches and pastries are well portioned and delicious. Though a bit pricey (and well, truly, what did you expect?), it's worth the experience of the elegance and tradition. I look forward to bringing my mom here some time, if for no other reason, to see what she looks like in gloves and a hat.
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