Afternoon Tea
by-the-sea

Inspired by fresh coastal flavours

Summer AFTERNOON TEA

Celebrate the season with our Summer Afternoon Tea, inspired by fresh coastal flavours and the charm of St. Andrews by-the-Sea. Indulge in delicate pastries, freshly baked scones, refined savoury bites, and seasonal ingredients that celebrate the best of a Maritime summer, all thoughtfully paired with our exclusive tea selection.

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$69 Per PERSON

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CLASSIC SCONES

Served warm with Devonshire clotted cream, house-made orange marmalade and rose petal & wild blueberry preserve (d)

White Chocolate & Cranberry Scone

Belgian white chocolate and dried cranberries combined in our classic scone dough, offering a delicate balance of sweetness and richness (g, d, e)

Traditional English Scone

A classic butter-rich scone prepared daily using cultured buttermilk for a tender crumb and delicate golden crust (g, d, e)

Wild Blueberry Scone

Fresh Maritime wild blueberries folded into our signature buttermilk scone, lightly sweetened and baked until perfectly golden (g, d, e)

SAVOURY SANDWICHES

Classic English Cucumber

Delicately sliced English cucumber layered with whipped herb cream cheese, fresh dill, chives, cracked black pepper, and cultured butter on traditional white Pullman bread
(g, d)

Italian Mortadella & Agrodolce Red Cabbage

Silky Italian mortadella accompanied by gastrique-pickled red cabbage, whole grain mustard crème, aged Swiss cheese, and young greens on artisan mulitgrain bread (g, d)

Atlantic Smoked Salmon

House-smoked Atlantic salmon served open-faced on rye with whipped dill cream cheese, cucumber ribbons, capers, preserved lemon zest, and fresh garden herbs (g, d, f)

Prosciutto di Parma Crostini

Twenty- four-month Prosciutto di Parma, mango gelée, shaved aged Parmigiano Reggiano, baby arugula, extra virigin olive oil, and balsmic reduction on toasted artisan crostini (g, d)

DECADENT DESSERTS

Lemon Meringue Tart

A crisp sweet pastry shell filled with silky lemon crémeux, crowned with torched Italian meringue and finished candied lemon zest (g, d, e)

Almond & Orange Gâteau

Moist almond sponge layered with vibrant orange marmalade and Grand Marnier orange gelée, finished with delicate citrus glaze (g, d, e, n)

Passion Fruit Crémeux

Silky Madagascar vanilla crémeux, passion fruit gel, crisp caramalized puff pastry, and fragrant lime zest (g, d, e)

Vanilla Cheesecake

Classic baked vanilla cheesecake atop a buttery sable crust, finished with light French vanilla mousse and seasonal berries (g, d, e)

Opera Cake

A timeless French classic featuring almond Joconde sponge layered with expresso buttercream, dark chocolate ganache, and finished with a glossy coffee glaze (g, d, e, n)

LOCAL TEA SELECTION

The Algonquin Signature Tea

A locally inspired blend of wild blueberries, Chamcook chaga, tart sumac berries, and bold Assam black tea, finished with maple sugar flakes for a smooth, subtly sweet taste.

BLACK TEAS (CAFFEINATED)

Queen Mary

A bold, balanced tea sourced from the world’s finest gardens. Rich and rounded, with malty depth and delicate floral notes.

Irish Breakfast

A bold, full-bodied black tea with rich flavour and deep colour—perfect for a midday lift.

Scottish Breakfast

Malty and full-bodied, with bright, lively notes and a subtle hint of cask-aged oak. A bold Highlander’s cup of tea.

Chicken Bones Black Tea

Crafted in collaboration with Ganong Bros Ltd, this signature black tea is inspired by the iconic Chicken Bones candy from St. Stephen, NB. With bold cinnamon flavour at the forefront, it reflects the candy’s spiced outer layer, complimented by a hint of bittersweet chocolate.

Genmaicha (Popcorn Tea)

A distinctive green tea with a light, golden-yellow liquor and a unique, toasty rice flavour with a hint of sweetness. This conversation-starting tea offers a smooth, comforting cup that's both familiar and intriguing

HERBAL TEAS (NON-CAFFEINATED)

Mocha Rooibos

Exquisite Ethiopian mocha café notes weave through light hints of sweet chocolate and caramel.

Blueberry Fruit and Herb

A full flavoured tea with superb and well-defined blueberry highlights

Chicken Bones Rooibos

A blend created with Ganong Bros Ltd, this rooibos tea draws on the rich chocolate centre of the classic Chicken Bones candy. Smooth and aromatic, it features pronounced chocolate notes balanced by a gentle touch of cinnamon.

Rooibos Sunrise

Bright and uplifting, this naturally caffeine-free blend combines smooth rooibos with zesty lemon notes from lemongrass and a touch of calendula. A vibrant cup any time of day

Chicken Bones are a vibrant hard pink candy made of pulled sugar with a bittersweet chocolate filling, enclosed with a cinnamon flavoured outer layer - a Canadian tradition since 1885.

ADDITIONAL CELEBRATORY SIPS

Prosecco Mionetto, IT

16 (5oz) | 73 (bottle)

Nova 7 Moscato-Style, Benjamin Bridge, NS

73 (bottle)

Spring Sangria

St. Germain, orange juice, white wine, soda water, assorted fruit

The Algonquin Steep

Downriver Whiskey, Algonquin Signature Tea, Lemon, Egg Whites

*All teas supplied by Garden By The Sea, New-Brunswick

Allergens - G: Gluten E: Eggs D: Dairy S: Soy SD: Sesame F: Seafood N: Nuts
Please inform your server about any allergies or dietary restrictions.
Pricing does not include taxes or gratuity.

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