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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Grand</strong><br />
Afternoon Tea<br />
<strong>The</strong>re is a great deal of poetry and<br />
fine sentiment in a chest of <strong>tea</strong>.<br />
~Emerson
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Grand</strong> <strong>Del</strong> <strong>Mar</strong> welcomes you for an elegant afternoon honoring a<br />
timeless tradition in the comfortable setting of our Library. Enjoy a selection<br />
of fine <strong>tea</strong>s and wines complementing our <strong>menu</strong> of finger sandwiches, scones<br />
with Devonshire cream and preserves, and an array of petite pastries from<br />
decadent éclairs to shortbread delights.<br />
MENU SELECTIONS<br />
GRAND<br />
~36~<br />
Three Courses<br />
Choice of <strong>tea</strong><br />
ROYAL<br />
~46~<br />
Three Courses<br />
Choice of <strong>tea</strong><br />
Choice of bubbles by the glass
TEA FORTÉ SELECTIONS<br />
BLACK TEA<br />
~Earl Grey~<br />
Rich Indian Assam black <strong>tea</strong> and Italian pressed bergamot oil.<br />
Pure, classic Earl Grey from the finest organic ingredients.<br />
~English Breakfast~<br />
A perfectly balanced blend of superb Assam <strong>tea</strong>s steeps a great cup.<br />
Enjoy with milk and a touch of sugar.<br />
~Bombay Chai~<br />
A lively, exotic blend of Indian black <strong>tea</strong> and aromatic spices.<br />
Cardamom, cloves, cinnamon and ginger flavor this warming cup.<br />
~Estate Darjeeling~<br />
Referred to as the “champagne of <strong>tea</strong>s,” this sought-after Darjeeling from the<br />
esteemed Monteviot Estate is prized for its delicate flavor and aroma.<br />
GREEN TEA<br />
~Jasmine Green~<br />
Lightly s<strong>tea</strong>med “sencha-style” then scented with jasmine blossoms,<br />
this fragrant blend is clean and floral with grassy overtones.<br />
~Sencha~<br />
A superior grade green <strong>tea</strong> plucked in the early spring. S<strong>tea</strong>med to a bright cup<br />
with a soothing taste, fresh green vegetal notes and lively nutty tones.<br />
WHITE TEA<br />
~Tangerine Rosemary~<br />
Smooth and sublime, this organic rare white <strong>tea</strong> is enlivened with crisp apples<br />
and sun-sweet tangerines. An alluring addition of fragrant<br />
rosemary adds to this savory garden cup.<br />
~White Ambrosia~<br />
Rarest Pai Mu Tan white <strong>tea</strong> is plucked in early spring from a special varietal<br />
<strong>tea</strong> bush called “chaicha”. Blended with fragrant Madagascar vanilla and tropical<br />
<strong>tea</strong>se of island coconut. <strong>Del</strong>icate, refreshing and divine.<br />
HERBAL TEA<br />
~Chamomile Tisane~<br />
A calming chamomile tisane with a delicate fruit finale. Chamomile<br />
flowers, orange peel and vanilla steep a mild, yet satisfying brew.<br />
~Citrus Mint~<br />
Cool, brilliant peppermint is complemented by sunny citrus zest.<br />
A perfectly refreshing cup that warms the body and soothes the soul.<br />
~Ginger~<br />
Bold and enticing with a lively character. A bit of lemon verbena<br />
lifts the spirit while black pepper heightens the spicy afterglow.<br />
~Raspberry Nectar~<br />
Luscious, succulent raspberries highlight this ruby red hibiscus<br />
flower infusion. Pleasantly tart and extraordinarily sweet.
WINES BY THE GLASS<br />
BUBBLES<br />
Schramsberg, “Blanc de Blancs,” Brut<br />
North Coast 2009 ~ 19<br />
Charles Heidsieck, Brut, “Rosé Réserve”<br />
Reims, Champagne NV ~ 26<br />
WHITES<br />
Lucien Crochet, Sauvignon Blanc<br />
Sancerre, Loire Valley, France 2011 ~ 13<br />
White Queen, Chardonnay<br />
Sonoma County 2011 ~ 15<br />
REDS<br />
Sommelier Select Pinot Noir<br />
Domaine Chandon, Cabernet Sauvignon<br />
Napa Valley 2009 ~ 14