AFTERNOON TEA 101 | SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1st

When: Sunday, December 1, 2024

Time: 3:30PM

Where: The Royal Tea Room - 315 Vertin Blvd, Shorewood, IL 60404

What: Who invented the tradition of afternoon tea? How did Queen Elizabeth II prefer her tea? What is the difference between afternoon tea and high tea? 

If you've ever been curious about the robust history of traditional afternoon tea and the proper etiquette to taking tea, our Afternoon Tea 101 workshop will provide you with the history, knowledge and answers to all your tea-centric curiosities! 

Cost: $25 per person, includes tea tasting

Ages: This interactive workshop will last approximately (2) hours. Attending guests must be of age to sit through the workshop without disturbing other guests from learning.

When: Friday, December 6, 2024

Time: 11:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Where: The Royal Tea Room - 315 Vertin Blvd, Shorewood, IL 60404

What: What better way to beat the winter chill than a warm cuppa and live harp music! Lauren McCombe joins us at the tearoom to delight guests with holiday cheer! 

When: Saturday, December 7, 2024

Time: 11:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Where: The Royal Tea Room - 315 Vertin Blvd, Shorewood, IL 60404

What: Bring your little ones for a delightful morning filled with joy and wonder. Join us for Breakfast with Santa Claus, where children can share their holiday wishes, enjoy a delicious breakfast, and revel in the magic of the season. At 1 o'clock, we welcome a duo of Christmas carolers to continue the holiday joy!

Cost: $60 per person. Includes breakfast, visit and/or photo with Santa and a caroling performance. All children will leave with a wrapped gift.

Reservations & pre-payment are required. Due to limited seating, no refunds will be granted.

Ages: Santa has a very busy schedule, so we kindly ask that Santa visits are limited to children of believing age.

Menu: 

• French Toast Bake
• Egg Casserole (eggs, ham, hashbrowns & cheese - vegetarian option available)
• Yogurt Parfait with Granola
• Scone
• Sausage Links (cottage cheese available as vegetarian substitute)
• Fresh Fruit
• Orange Juice (one cup per person)
• Unlimited Tea or Coffee

When: Thursday, December 12th

Time: 5:30PM

Where: The Royal Tea Room - 315 Vertin Blvd, Shorewood, IL 60404

What: Show off your holiday smarts in a fun game of Christmas trivia!

Cost: $15 per person. Reservations are required. 

Ages: This event is best suited for guests 16+

BYOB (or BYOCC, bring your own Christmas Cheer!): Offered for a service fee of $10/bottle - includes ice bucket & champagne flutes or wine glasses

***THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT***

When: Sunday, December 15, 2024

Time: 1:30 - 3:30

Where: The Royal Tea Room - 315 Vertin Blvd, Shorewood, IL 60404

What: Join us for a very special afternoon tea celebrating the sacred bond of a mother and daughter. 

"When I'm weak and unpretty, I know I'm beautiful and strong, because I see myself like my mother does." - Lauren Alaina

Cost: $60 per person.Reservations & pre-payment are required. Due to limited seating, no refunds will be granted.

Dress Code: Whatever makes you feel the most beautiful! 

Ages: All ages are welcome to this event.

BYOB (or BYOCC, bring your own Christmas Cheer!): Offered for a service fee of $10/bottle - includes ice bucket & champagne flutes or wine glasses

When: Thursday, December 17th

Time: 5:30PM

Where: The Royal Tea Room - 315 Vertin Blvd, Shorewood, IL 60404

What: If you’re looking for a space to spread out and wrap Christmas presents for all the special people in your life, we have just the space for you! If you rather not wrap presents yourself, we'll wrap them for you! Bring your own wrapping paper or use our selection. We will have tape, bows, ribbon & scissors available for your use as well! 

Cost: $12 per person. Includes tea selection & hot cocoa! Reservations preferred. 

BYOB (or BYOCC, bring your own Christmas Cheer!): Offered for a service fee of $10/bottle - includes ice bucket & champagne flutes or wine glasses.

When: Sunday, December 22, 2024

Time: There are (2) seating times for this event as follows: 

11:00am

& 

1:30pm

Where: The Royal Tea Room - 315 Vertin Blvd, Shorewood, IL 60404

What: The Royal Tea Room invites you for an afternoon of Christmas cheer! Featuring live music and a 4-course meal, this is an afternoon sure to delight!

Cost: $60 per person.Reservations & pre-payment are required. Due to limited seating, no refunds will be granted.

Dress Code: Your holiday best! 

Ages: All ages are welcome to this event.

BYOB (or BYOCC, bring your own Christmas Cheer!): Offered for a service fee of $10/bottle - includes ice bucket & champagne flutes or wine glasses