Tea Time: Chateau Laurier in Ottawa

High tea sandwiches, and desserts.

When I travel I don't normally do anything "fancy" per se, but a few years back I went to Ottawa Ontario (which is one of my favorite Canadian Cities), for a bachelorette weekend.


Yes, the bachelorette party did include a stop for High Tea at the Chateau Laurier, I know not exactly the crazy typical bachelorette you normally hear of, but it happened.


The Chateau Laurier is located next to the Parliament Buildings and the Rideau Canal, yet another gem of a Fairmont hotel property. Its in an ideal location, walking distance to everything you will ever need to see in Ottawa. The restaurant in the hotel that offers the High Tea service is named Zoe's Lounge.

Om nom nom, the cheese course

If you are in town and not staying at the Chateau Laurier, I highly recommend going there for afternoon tea, its a reasonable price starting at $30 for a traditional tea. If you're feeling particularly fancy there is a tea course you can for $55 that includes Moet Champagne, yes please.


The food is amazing, and they are really great at customizing your food tray for allergies. I didn't miss out on any of the deliciousness.




The tea barista, and tea cart.

The experience is amazing, when you place your order for the High Tea, you also indicate which tea you would like to have. The tea barista brings a large cart to your table and you watch the tea experience unfold. You have the opportunity to smell the tea leaves before the steeping process begins. Its quite the regal experience, and the food tastes amazing, all very fresh.


TRAVEL TIP: The most amazing Croissant you will ever eat in your life can be found at The French Baker. Trust me, just go, and enjoy.

The calming feel of the restaurant