How did Afternoon Tea originate?

The tradition of Afternoon Tea goes back many years to the late 1700s. In England, at that time there were two main meals daily, Breakfast and Dinner. Dinner was served very late in the evening, so it was a very long time between meals.

The Duchess of Bedford (1788-1861) complained about a "sinking feeling" in the late afternoon. Afternoon tea was her invention to keep her going until dinner. She would invite friends to join her for tea at 5 p.m. Other hostesses quickly copied her idea. The food at tea time included such things as thin crustless sandwiches, shrimp or fish pate, toasted breads with jams and regional pastries such as scones and crumpets. The emphasis was on presentation and conversation.

At Clancy’s Tea Cosy, White Rock’s best-kept secret, we strive to keep the tradition alive.  So the next time you say to a friend, “Let’s meet for lunch”, instead say, “Let’s go for Afternoon Tea at Clancy’s”.  We promise it will be a great combination of food and experience.

Our seatings are 90 minutes in length, from the scheduled time of your reservation; after which, your table is likely reserved for another party. 

Our Afternoon Tea remains one of the most affordable in the Lower Mainland and is absolutely delicious and certainly generous.

Clancy’s Tea Cosy’s Afternoon Tea

Savouries

Cucumber Tea Sandwiches ~ Cream Cheese & Fresh Dill

Egg Salad Tea Sandwiches ~ Fresh Chives

Cinnamon Bread ~ Brie, Fig Jam & Pear Tea Sandwiches

Beetroot Bun ~ Extra Aged Cheddar & Clancy's Chutney

Pinwheels ~ Curried Chicken & Apples

Scones

Clancy’s Traditional

In-House Cream & Strawberry Preserves

Sweets

Fudge Brownie ~ Ganache & White Chocolate Drizzle

Mini Cheesecake ~ Pumpkin

Carrot Cake ~ Pineapple & Cream Cheese Frosting

Lemon Cake ~ Ricotta & Lemon Icing

 $35.00/person plus tax

18% Gratuity for groups of 6 or more

Deposit of 25% for groups of 4 or more

Gluten Sensitive, Vegan, Dairy Free & Egg Free are No Longer Available

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