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| - Review Number 300 will go to this special meal. My best friend and I have a birthday tradition where we do Afternoon Tea. This was usually reserved for my birthday but we've started doing this for hers as well, determined to conquer Toronto's Afternoon Tea options. What can we say? We love a good crustless sandwich, hot brew and a good gossip session.
VIBE
DEQ wasn't what I expected. I think I thought it was going to be more "formal" and though everything in the Ritz is formal, this had a nice, casual atmosphere to it. Decor is beige and black with hints of white. Chairs are comfortable which you will need if you are around for over two hours.
Service is top notch, as always. There was no menu. Everything was recited by memory and with a smile.
We didn't have a chance to see their Terrace done up but apparently it is the HOT spot and looks gorgeous. Another time!
WE ATE/DRANK
We had the NOT SO classic tea added to the Afternoon "Tease" which is their afternoon tea with the option of alcohol. I had the Berry Berry Bramble. This includes black berries, citrus and sparkling wine. For me, it was a bit too acidic. I tasted my friend's choice: pinot grigio, citrus, soda and felt like it was too dry and strong. I personally wouldn't order the drinks again if I were back.
What's interesting about the presentation of the tea compared to other places is that the server brings you out about eight choices in a box and names each one and gets you to smell the tea before you make a selection. I think it's a bit time consuming. It's a nice gesture but time consuming, especially if it's busy. It's also a bit awkward. I didn't feel like the tea options were on par with its competitors but the teas we did have (chai and peppermint) were fantastic and topped up.
Now onto the FOOD!
As you can tell, this is not your typical tea sesh. The presentation of the sandwiches and sweets comes in a circular tiered object (I'm not sure what else to call it). But it works and doesn't take up a lot of room on the table.
I LOVED the salmon croissant sandwiches. It was a good size and the cream cheese had a great dill kick to it. Favourite!
Everything was fantastic but we enjoyed the chocolate truffle, chocolate mousse cake topped with raspberries, madelines and scones. They give you a cute little ceramic boite for the cream and two choices of jams. I wasn't a fan of the marmalade but was a fan of the strawberry jam. You also get two raisin scones and two regular scones.
OBLIGATORY CATCHY REMARK
It was a delicious, indulgent afternoon tea that made me feel at my utmost leisurely. Go in with an empty stomach because you will be rewarded. For those looking for a non-tradition afternoon tea experience, I would say this is a good bet and even better if you can get the terrace in the summer!
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