BERRY'S TEA ROOM

In the mood for afternoon tea, but not a large spread? The Princess Tea Set at BERRY'S TEA ROOM in Hamadayama is an appealing option. It brings together scones with cream and jam, a mini cake of the day, a glass dessert, biscuits and butter fudge, with tea served by the pot. One diner who tried the set praised the scones’ crisp outside and soft centre, as well as the buttery flavour that deepens with every bite.

For a tea-led visit, choose a set that lets you pick your preferred leaves, or order a blended tea on its own. The original Hamadayama Ceylon Blend combines Kandy tea with Uva and Ruhuna, and is described as enjoyable either straight or with milk. There is also a caffeine-free Relaxing Herb Blend made with ingredients including honeybush, rooibos and lemongrass.

Crumpets are another option when you want something to go with your tea besides a sweet treat. The set comes with 2 crumpets, butter, golden syrup and tea; they can also be ordered on their own, starting at 1. Diners have shared their impressions of enjoying crumpets with tea, and of pairing them with butter and honey, making them worth considering for a different kind of teatime bite.