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Afternoon Tea at the Millennium Biltmore, Downtown Los Angeles

February 2nd, 2015 | 26 Comments

Afternoon Tea at the Millennium Biltmore in downtown Los Angeles is a serene break from the stress of daily life, in classic and luxurious surroundings.

Rendezvous Court Afternoon Tea at the Millennium Biltmore
photo courtesy of Millennium Biltmore Hotels

If you live in Los Angeles, or plan to visit, there’s a place that should be on your “must see” list, and that’s the Millennium Biltmore downtown.

~Disclosure: The Millennium Biltmore hotel in downtown Los Angeles hosted me for afternoon tea. As always, all my opinions are my own.~

This gorgeous piece of LA history is situated directly across from Pershing Square. It was the original venue for the Academy Awards, many years ago.

Cynthia Sue Millenium Biltmore

My friend Cynthia from What a Girl Eats, and Sue from The View from Great Island and I went out together recently. We were fortunate to be able to enjoy a lovely afternoon tea at the Millennium Biltmore. Our experience made us think that it would be an excellent idea for Valentine’s Day!

Palm Court

Rendezvous Court

From the moment we stepped inside the Biltmore, it was as if we were entering an oasis of calm amidst the hustle and bustle of the city. I love any building which has interesting architectural aspects, and the Millennium Biltmore has a treasure trove of them.

I couldn’t stop admiring all the details, especially in the ceilings. Afternoon tea at the Millennium Biltmore is served in Rendezvous Court. As you can see, this grand room is simply “drop dead gorgeous”, as is the rest of the hotel.

Afternoon tea at the Millennium Biltmore Architecture
Can you imagine having a lovely afternoon tea in this setting?

Afternoon tea at the Millennium Biltmore Los AngelesFrom the mini sandwiches to the petite desserts, everything, including the tea (which as you might now, I’m quite picky about), and the service was spot on. Sue, Cynthia and I truly enjoyed ourselves that afternoon chatting about all things food!

Afternoon tea at the Millennium Biltmore Los AngelesThe waiters were so attentive, but unobtrusive and friendly, too. Of course, one of my favorite parts of any meal is dessert. I adored the chocolate cream puff, although the scones, macarons and madeleines were delightful, too.

Afternoon tea at the Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles
Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience. I had already been for afternoon tea at the Millennium Biltmore in the past, consequently, I wasn’t suprised with the excellent service. If you are in Los Angeles, why not take an afternoon to relax and unwind with this civilized British tradition? In fact, a reader from Northern California who saw my photos on Instagram will be in LA for Valentine’s day and has already made reservations!

For more information or to book your afternoon tea reservation at the Millennium Biltmore in downtown Los Angeles, click here.

You can find Sue’s post along with a brilliantly easy recipe for Clotted Cream here.

Cynthia will tell you more about the Biltmore’s rich history and relationship with old Hollywood.

Afternoon tea at the Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles


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26 Responses

  1. WANDERLUSTING HARD CORE… | Lexi May Travel says:
    May 25, 2016 at 3:18 pm

    […] Millenium Biltmore […]

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  2. Deb Harmon says:
    February 4, 2015 at 9:03 am

    Such a beautiful post!! Thank you! I have a teapot with that same English Rose pattern!

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    • Christina says:
      February 4, 2015 at 10:46 pm

      Thank you, Deb! The china pattern is just lovely, isn’t it? It wouldn’t look or taste the same on anything else! :) CC

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  3. Debbie Dirkes says:
    February 4, 2015 at 7:07 am

    I just began to follow your blog and so much enjoyed your visit at the Biltmore for tea! I sent your blog to my daughter who just took up residence in LA who enjoys tea! We live so far apart so I was so happy to share with her a lovely experience! When I visit her next we shall go for a visit together! Ps your Madeline recipe looks scrumptious ! Thank you for posting!

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    • Christina says:
      February 4, 2015 at 10:45 pm

      That is wonderful to hear, Debbie! You and your daughter have something special to look forward to when you come to visit, then- I’m so happy you found my site and this post! Thank you so much for letting me know and yes, the madeleines are truly delicious, I hope you give them a try! I appreciate your comments! CC

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  4. Afternoon Tea At The Historic Millennium Biltmore Hotel - What A Girl Eats says:
    February 4, 2015 at 4:35 am

    […] recent afternoon I got together with real-life blogger friends, Christina from Christina’s Cucina and Sue, from The View From The Great Island, for tea at the Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los […]

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  5. Andi says:
    February 3, 2015 at 7:32 pm

    Those are some dining companions, how awesome! They must have gotten a kick out of 3 food bloggers and their cameras/phones! I have never done afternoon tea and I really want to do it one day!

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    • Christina says:
      February 3, 2015 at 8:43 pm

      We were as discreet as possible with our cameras, Andi, but yes, it was really a great afternoon! Put it on your to-do list for your next trip to LA! I know it was really hard to find an afternoon tea venue when I was in San Francisco. Seems like it’d be more popular there with your cooler weather. :)

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  6. jen says:
    February 3, 2015 at 6:56 pm

    You look beautiful and happy in the photos, Christina. I drink hot tea every day!

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    • Christina says:
      February 3, 2015 at 8:41 pm

      Thanks, Jen! I drink hot tea everyday, too, but having afternoon tea at the Biltmore is definitely not the same as at home! ;)

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A Scottish Italian cook living in Los Angeles, Christina is usually cooking, baking or (cr)eating something scrumptious. When she isn't in the kitchen, she loves to travel, near and far, as long as good food is involved. Christina is on a mission to save authentic Italian dishes from extinction, and is constantly promoting Scottish (and British) food as some of the best cuisine the world has to offer—one steak pie and sticky toffee pudding at a time.



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