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Cape Town Best Venues for Special Occasions

🌸 High Tea Cape Town: Best Venues for Special Occasions 🍰 Elegant Historic Establishments 🌷 Modern Chic Spaces 🌿 Flower Crowns and Tea Parties 🎂
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Best Venues for Special Occasions & Best Spots for High Tea in Cape Town

UPDATED JULY 2024

A Joy Shared is a Joy Doubled

Welcome to the charming city of Cape Town, where the enchanting tradition of the traditional high tea, finds its perfect setting. Nestled amidst breathtaking landscapes, Cape Town is home to a myriad of exquisite venues that invite you to indulge in the delightful ritual of afternoon tea. From elegant historic establishments exuding old-world charm to modern, chic spaces offering a contemporary twist, Cape Town’s high tea venues embody the epitome of sophistication and relaxation.

Whether you seek a peaceful retreat or a vibrant social gathering, these venues provide a warm embrace, a sanctuary where you can savour delectable treats, sip fragrant loose-leaf teas, and create unforgettable memories. A tea sommelier helps guests select from a variety of teas and infusions, contributing to the overall ambience and experience. Join us on a journey through Cape Town’s high tea scene, where a world of elegance, flavour, and ambience awaits.

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Classic High Tea, Flower Crowns and a Spoiling for the Mom-to-Be

I’ve spent hours in the office and on Zoom calls with an exceptional colleague at work this year; she has greatly supported me. When I found out she was expecting, I knew I had to think of a way to make her feel loved and cared for before her little girl arrived.

I’m putting invites together for a high tea, and because I know that everyone won’t be able to make it, I’ll send them the details for flower and gift delivery in Cape Town with Fabulous Flowers. I’ll lay the table with a “Girl Just Wanting to Have Fun“ bouquet at each seat. The “Baby Girl Gift Box“ catches my eye; pink roses, snaps, dahlias, chrysanthemums, chocolates, and a teddy bear—just what I would imagine filling a home welcoming a little girl. I know she will also adore the “Loving Nurture Gift Set“ of body cream and calming body oil; what bliss.

I have a list of beautiful venues to explore, each presenting a divine selection of speciality coffee, teas, and trays laden with fresh cakes, scones, and sandwiches. These venues offer everything from sweet and savoury treats to speciality coffee and bottomless tea, ensuring a perfect high tea experience. A tea sommelier can assist in selecting the perfect teas for the event, adding to the curated and indulgent experience.

Fine Dining and Bubbles to say Thank You to the ‘Work-Family.’

Celebrate with colleagues at the sophisticated One&Only Cape Town, where you can enjoy sweet and savoury delights while overlooking the breathtaking vista of Table Mountain. A tea sommelier at the One&Only Cape Town can guide guests through the tea selection process, enhancing the overall experience. The high tea menu here is an exquisite blend of tradition and innovation, featuring peanut butter fudge crumble and strawberry jam scones.

Wine Tasting and Bright Bouquets and a Wedding to Plan for Friends Visiting from Abroad

Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront is a splendid spot to plan a wedding over a delightful high tea. With a backdrop of the harbour and mountains, enjoy savoury treats and indulge in the finest loose leaf teas.

A tea sommelier can enhance the high tea experience by helping guests choose from a variety of fine teas.

A Romantic Night Away with Roses and Candles to Celebrate a Wedding Anniversary

For a romantic escape from mother city, head to a luxurious venue offering high tea. Think candle-lit tables adorned with roses, sweet treats, high teas, and the soothing aroma of lemon poppy cakes filling the air.

A tea sommelier can elevate this experience by selecting the perfect teas, ensuring each sip complements the romantic ambiance.

Filling my Home with Flowers, Roses and Sweet and Savoury Treats to Celebrate with Family this Festive Season

Create a festive atmosphere at home with stunning floral arrangements from Fabulous Flowers, complemented by a spread of sweet and savoury delights, including the famous peanut butter fudge. A tea sommelier can help you select the perfect teas and infusions, adding a touch of elegance to your high tea experience.

Cape Town’s high tea venues, from the charming historic locales to the chic modern spaces, offer a unique blend of elegance and warmth. Whether for a mom-to-be, a work celebration, or a romantic evening, these venues promise an unforgettable experience. So, raise your cup and toast to the joy shared, because in Cape Town, every high tea is a celebration of life’s sweetest moments.

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The Belmond Mount Nelson

Not only sumptuous cakes, pastries and finger sandwiches but live piano music too! A tea sommelier at The Belmond Mount Nelson can guide guests through the tea selection process, enhancing the overall experience.

The Yard at The Silo Hotel

Known for their pastry chef’s masterful creations to share with family and friends. A tea sommelier at The Yard at The Silo Hotel can assist guests in selecting from a variety of fine teas, enhancing the overall high tea experience.

The One & Only Hotel

A delicious High Tea in the beautiful and grand Vista Bar and Lounge setting. A tea sommelier at The One & Only Hotel can guide guests through the tea selection process, enhancing the overall experience.

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The Vineyard Hotel

Savoury sandwiches, sweets chocolate cake and chocolate brownies and, of course, tea set amongst the Vineyard Hotel’s beautiful gardens. A tea sommelier at The Vineyard Hotel can assist guests in selecting from a variety of fine teas, enhancing the overall high tea experience.

Coco Safar

Said to take you worldwide, from Cape Town to Paris, then Istanbul, Shanghai and finally back to Cape Town, a multi-sensory culinary journey. A tea sommelier at Coco Safar can guide guests through the tea selection process, enhancing the overall experience.

The 12 Apostles Hotel and Vista Bar

An indulgent ‘Tea by the Sea, fine food and glorious views. A tea sommelier at The 12 Apostles Hotel can assist guests in selecting from a variety of fine teas, enhancing the overall experience.

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Fine Dining and Bubbles to Say Thank You to the 'Work-Family'

There is so much joy in the simple act of being grateful. It’s been a challenging year, and I am grateful to my team. We've been working exceptionally hard to meet deadlines, beat the lockdown lulls, stay inspired, and keep moving forward. There are only a few weekends left to schedule our end-of-year celebration, and I have a few ideas on the perfect way to say ‘thank you.

A luxury gift box with bubbles, perfectly named ‘Steenberg Safari Gift Box’, a magnificent Bright Orange Glass Vase and a Family Picnic Time selection of shortbreads, chocolates and wine. 

Looking through Fabulous Flowers and Gifts' website, there is an extensive selection of gifts to make my gift choices personal and thoughtful. 

Now it’s time to start planning my toast! These fabulous fine-dining restaurants in Cape Town make for a perfect place to raise a glass: 

Chef's Warehouse Beau Constantia

A modern eatery with a sleek open-plan kitchen overlooking the lush Constantia wine valley. 

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Foxcroft

The guiding principle of Foxcroft is ‘Prepared with great attention to detail. Showing sophisticated elegance, carefully or elegantly done.’

  • Website: https://foxcroft.restaurant/
  • Email: reservations@foxcroft.co.za
  • Address: Shop 8, High Constantia Centre, Groot Constantia Road, Constantia, Cape Town, 7806

Tryn

Nestled in the idyllic Constantia Valley Winelands on Steenberg Farm in house, Tryn is a serene setting to indulge in refined dining.

Restaurant Boujee

A unique, delicious, and unforgettable experience with a boldly styled menu. 

Grand Pavilion

The perfect way to take in a glistening coastal view with fresh-from-the-ocean delicacies. 

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The Bungalow

  • Oh, the views! Situated in the heart of Clifton, with uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Twelve Apostles mountain range.
    Website: https://www.thebungalow.co.za/
  • Email: managers@thebungalow.co.za
  • Address: Glen Country Club, 3 Victoria Rd, Clifton, Cape Town, 8005

Wine Tasting and Bright Bouquets and a Wedding to Plan for Friends Visiting From Abroad

It’s been almost two years since we last saw each other! When last were you met at the airport with a bunch of flowers? It’s one of my favourite feelings. Bright colours and fresh scents are my ultimate treat after a long haul. My best friend and her fiancé are arriving from London at the start of December. I will meet them at the airport with a Bright Sunshine Bouquet. I'm sure this will be the best way to say, ‘Welcome to your summer holiday!’.

With their wedding plans on the go, we’ve been chatting about which wine farms to visit, possible venues for the big day and lovely travel suggestions for their friends visiting from abroad. What an excellent excuse to prioritise relaxed summer days sipping delicious wines in the sun! There’s no shortage of picturesque mountains and stunning settings, with welcoming, stylish and exciting wine farms to visit. Inspired by Fabulous Flowers and Cape Town Celebration, we’ve put Steenberg and Remhoogte Wine Estate on the list. Not to mention, Kleine Zalze, I’ll have a Bubbles and Blue delivered the day after our trip through the Stellenbosch Wine Route.

I’ve fallen in love with Fabulous Flowers’s wedding arrangements; maybe we’ll meet the Fabulous team at one of these wine farms soon! We’ll be making our way around the Cape, from Constantia to Somerset West and Stellenbosch; these are the farms we’ll be adding to our itinerary…

Constantia Glen

A picturesque boutique wine estate producing ultra-premium, cool-climate wines.

Steenberg 

Established in 1682, Steenberg has relaxed dining at Tryn and popular bistro-style fare and tapas at Bistro Sixteen82; let’s not forget their exceptional winery!

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Lourensford Wine Estate

Scenic Splendour, Delicious Wines, A Restaurant, A Coffee Roastery, An Art Gallery, An Outdoor Market and Live Music.

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Vergelegen 

Heritage, exquisite gardens and cuisine to suit all tastes, a great place to spend quality time with family and friends. 

  • Website: https://vergelegen.co.za/
  • Email: info@vergelegen.co.za
  • Address: Lourensford Rd, Somerset West, Cape Town, 7130

Rust En Vrede

Nestled on the lower slopes of Helderberg Mountain with a beautiful view reaching across to Table Mountain. Specializing in reds, particularly Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. 

Guardian Peak

A family wine estate in Stellenbosch, known for its range of everyday-drinking, fresh and approachable wines.

Rustenberg Wines

Founded in 1682 and nestled in the valley of the Simonsberg Mountain in South Africa’s premium wine region, Stellenbosch.

Remhoogte Wine Estate

A welcoming boutique family winery with vineyards on the foothills of the Simonsberg mountain, Stellenbosch. 

  • Website: https://remhoogte.co.za/
  • Email: info@remhoogte.co.za
  • Address: Remhoogte Wine Estate, R44, Stellenbosch, 7600

A Romantic Night Away with Roses and Candles to Celebrate a Wedding Anniversary

It’s my husband's and my 5th anniversary this year, and we’re excited to celebrate us! A romantic night away, in a beautiful setting, under the stars, we’re planning for many spoils! Although I am pretty certain he has already searched for flower and dark chocolate for delivery in Cape Town, I’m going to hint at some new ideas.

I’m thinking of roses and nougat, Love in a gift box or candles, linen fragrance, roses and veronica in the Beachy and Beautiful. For him… wine and braai goodies with Get cookin’ Goodlookin’. Fabulous Flowers really make it easy to spoil each other! 

We’ll have our online flower delivery delivered to our room before we arrive, a perfect scene set by Fabulous Flowers of love, care, and luxury. These are some of the lavish Cape Town stays we’ve been considering: 

Cellars-Hohenort

Situated in what is known as “Cape Town’s Vineyard” – the historical Constantia Valley, there’s no shortage of breathtaking views here!

Alphen Hotel

Nestled in the heart of Constantia are The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa, a historical treasure and an exceptional five-star boutique hotel.

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Tintswalo Atlantic

Breathtaking views, with unique suites paying tribute to the beauty of nature and the rich heritage of our surroundings.

Camps Bay Retreat

A hidden gem in Camps Bay, tucked between the forest and overlooking the ocean.

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