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Pinecone Cottage Tea House – The Tudor Hearth & Harvest: A Renaissance Afternoon Tea

November 15 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

“Here’s flowers for you; lavender, mints, savory marjoram; the marigold, that goes to bed wi’ the sun and with him rises weeping.”

William Shakespeare, The Winter’s Tale

This November, we invite you to step across the threshold of time. The Tudor Hearth & Harvest honors the rich culinary heritage of the Renaissance and Tudor eras, a time when exotic spices, fragrant waters, and sweet fruits were celebrated as the ultimate luxuries. We have meticulously researched and reimagined these historic recipes, from the grand banquets of the royal courts to the cozy kitchen gardens of the countryside, to bring you a comforting, late autumn feast. Sit back, sip, and savor the tastes of history.
Chef Pam

Afternoon Tea Served by Reservation Only
Age Requirement 13 yrs +
Three Course Prix Fixe Afternoon Tea | 62
Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegetarian or Vegan Options | 67
Price Includes 20% Gratuity
BYOB Champagne, Wine or Beer | 10 per bottle

Recommended Teas
Featured Tea – Spiced Tudor Rose Blend
Hot Beverage – Hypocras-Style Mulled Infusion | 5
Teatail Mocktail – The Silver Sovereign | 7
Sparkling blend of chilled chamomile-lavender tea and white grape juice, topped with ginger ale.

Beginnings
Saffron Almond Velouté with Spiced Barley Tea Bread

Savories and PineScones
Tarte de Bry
Apple-Cheese Galette
Herb Butter Manchet Tea Sandwich
Prosciutto-Fig Crostini
Pan di Ramerino PineScones with Spiced Damson Plum-Rosemary Jam and Orange Flower Infused Devon Crème

Sweet Endings
Banbury Cakes
Elizabethan Sugar Cakes
Tudor Court Lattice Tartlet

Pinecone Cottage Cancellation Policy
Pinecone Cottage is a small, locally owned business, and we truly value each of our guests. To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, we kindly ask that all reservations be honored. Feel free to cancel or adjust your reservation once up to 24 hours before your seating with no penalty. Changes made within 24 hours, or no shows will result in the full payment being forfeited. To make a change, please call 630.963.9130.

Details

Venue

  • Pinecone Cottage Tea House
  • 1029 Burlington Avenue
    Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 United States Minor Outlying Islands
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  • Phone 630-963-9130
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