While my handyman-for-life tore into the bathroom rennovation project, I met up with a college friend for tea at Lady Elegant's Tea Room. (Our seat today was at the blue table in front of the window.) It is a charming little place almost hidden amongst an eclectic mix of independent shops and always offers a relaxing time away from the real world. The Tea Room is modeled after an English-style front room and dining room and has only a handful of tables. Though casual dress is acceptable, many women dress for the occassion, and the Tea Room offers hats for use during your visit if you really want to be "authentic." Lady Elegant's was as busy as I've ever seen it today, which, we were told by one of the employees, was due to all the husbands being away for the open of deer hunting. Surrounded by light classical music and the buzz of tea-time chatter from other tables we enjoyed Pumpkin Creme and Apple Pie seasonal teas accompanied by finger sandwiches, cranberry orange scones, and almond cookies. The service there is intentionally leisurely, leaving us ample time to catch up on life and enjoy the atmosphere. Of course, I couldn't leave without buying a handful of teabags and some loose leaf tea (apple pie and oatmeal raisin cookie). Heading back to our cars in the brisk November wind, my friend and I made a pact to get back to the Tea Room once a quarter from now on. There's just no reason to relax like that only once a year.
9 years ago
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