Afternoon tea, the quintessential English past-time. And what better way to take tea then to dive head first into the quirky art scene that is Sketch London for an afternoon of sheer cake-y pleasure!
From the minute you enter the whimsy that is Sketch, you forget about the noisey London streets for a while. You wander in further, lost in the theatrical decor. You emerge into the Gallery, the pink room, were you take afternoon tea.
A trio of strings plays beautiful classical versions of recognisable songs in the far corner of the room, and we express our wishes to return every weekend.
We are sat at a small table for two by the bar, and were promptly greeted by our very attentive host. After I received the first of many cups of "First Romance", the afternoon's treats began to arrived.
When the tiered sandwich and cake stand arrived at our table we were beyond excited. One by one we tried the tasty morsels, deciding which we would ask for repeats. Surprisingly, I couldn't get enough of the pea and asparagus sandwich fingers, and was served more on request. Now, I'm not normally too crazy about mushy peas, but they were delicious!
But what about the scones?! It's not afternoon tea without scones with jam and cream. Frankly, we had been so enthralled with everything we had forgotten about the next course. Nevertheless, we refocused and delighted baked goods!
With the table cleared we were thinking that at any moment we would have to leave this heavenly place, when we were asked life's moment important question, "Are you ready for the cake?".
I felt it almost necessary to unbuttoned my pants as the most perfect slice of Victorian sponge cake was placed in front of me.
Have you even been to Sketch if you haven't taken a selfie in the famous bathroom?
An experience in itself, the colourful tiled ceiling glass dances light over the egg-shaped pods that fill the crisp white room. And did I mention the bar? Nestled under the dome at the foot of the staircase.
Afternoon tea starts at £49, which for the experience, I feel is actually quite reasonable. Its a little more if you want to add some bubbles.
We certainly left satisfied! And will return frequently!
Have you been to Sketch and loved it? Let me know!
All my love, S
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