Q3 2019

42 | Q3 2019 Sep19178 One of the most quintessentially English things to do is experience a genuine and authentic tea room. In the heart of Essex is one of the county’s most outstanding English tea rooms, Tea Amo. With a delightful selection of traditionally English afternoon tea, discover this hidden gem in the beauty of the Essex countryside. Authentic English Tea Room Serve Up Success A friendly, vintage tea room in Saffron Walden, Tea Amo offers a delicious menu of mouth-watering selection of afternoon teas, scones, hand-cut sandwiches, and sumptuous homemade cakes. Of course, it wouldn’t be a tea room without some of the finest loose-leaf tea available, but the quaint little café also offers their very own freshly-ground coffee which is not to be missed. This is truly one of the best ways to experience traditional English afternoon tea. From the initial step through the front door, guests can experience the warmth and kindness of the staff which make them feel immediately at ease and welcome. Putting guests first has always been a priority of Tea Amo, as staff always take a happy and positive approach to delivering on guest requests. Owner Lesley takes the time to non-intrusively talk with her customers and ensure everything is to a high standard. Sumptuous tasting food is a key part of any afternoon tea experience, and Tea Amo offer only the best. Striving to use only the finest ingredients, refreshing sandwiches are handmade onsite, and cakes are baked to perfection with flavour in every mouthful. Large portion sizes ensure no guest leaves with an empty stomach. Children can get in on the action, with soft drinks, their own china teapot (a standout) and mini scones served on smaller cake stands to ensure an authentic experience is maintained for guests of all ages. One of the most unique offerings at Tea Amo is their themed days. Staff have dressed up as Disney characters for a Disney Day, and members of the Armed Forces for Armed Forces Day. Coupled with flags and Glenn Miller playing on an old-fashioned record player, themed days are an amazing way for guests to experience traditional English culture and afternoon tea. The best way to experience authentic English afternoon tea is undoubtedly at Tea Amo. With their friendly staff, lip-smacking cakes, and quintessentially British atmosphere, it is undoubtedly a gem of the Essex countryside. Company: Tea Amo Contact: Lesley Elder Website: http://www.teaamo.co.uk/ “Sumptuous tasting food is a key part of any afternoon tea experience, and Tea Amo offer only the best.”