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July 31, 2012

Teapot Tuesday—Tea at the Fairmont Empress

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My fabulous husband made sure that my anniversary trip was special in every way.  He took the planning very seriously and did all within his power to ensure that I had the best possible time and he was quite successful.  One of the very best things that he did was make a reservation for afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress in Victoria, British Columbia.  It was fabulous.  I oohed and ahhed.  I took it all in and loved the entire experience.

After we had our wonderful “tea party” we had to go across the hall to the convenient “everything tea” store!!!  🙂   Chris spoiled me even more and bought me the 6 cup teapot that they use in the Fairmont—their own special Empress pattern and now I have one of my very own!!!  It is beautiful and I love it and can’t wait to serve some special friends some fabulous tea from it.

 

 

Enjoy the slide show!!!  Hope you enjoy it a fraction of how much I enjoyed it!!!

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  1. TBM
    July 31, 2012 at 06:30 am

    What a sweetie!

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 31, 2012 at 08:09 am

      yep!!! indeed!

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  2. PK
    July 31, 2012 at 06:33 am

    Even fancier than the tea we had at Piccadilly in Canfield! M
    Nice.

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 31, 2012 at 08:09 am

      It was pretty fancy schmancy—no hats, though!!!

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  3. Kathryn McCullough
    July 31, 2012 at 06:57 am

    Gorgeous pot, Beth Ann! I imagine that tea was a wonderful experience. Have a happy Tuesday—-
    Hugs,
    Kathy

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 31, 2012 at 08:10 am

      Thank you, Kathy! It was one of my favorite parts of the trip!

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  4. Minnesota Prairie Roots
    July 31, 2012 at 09:56 am

    What a sweet husband you have. I might be able to convince mine to join me for tea because of the strawberries. What a wonderful memory for you, now forever yours in that tea set.

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 31, 2012 at 02:36 pm

      I do have a sweet husband, don’t I????

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  5. pattisj
    July 31, 2012 at 10:52 am

    What a lovely teapot, and quite a lovely place, too!

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 31, 2012 at 02:36 pm

      It was absolutely beautiful in the tearoom and I wish I had taken more pictures but I was so excited!!!

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  6. Susi K (@BocaFrau)
    July 31, 2012 at 11:17 am

    Lovely, lovely pictures. I would have enjoyed that immensely and I love that tea pot! What a wonderful reminder of your time there. 🙂

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 31, 2012 at 02:36 pm

      Thanks, Susi!! It was the perfect start to our vacation!

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  7. Becky Miracle
    July 31, 2012 at 08:36 pm

    What a sweetie you have ! Love the teapot..absolutely beautiful!

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 31, 2012 at 10:08 pm

      It is perfect, isn’t it??? I love it!!!

      Reply
  8. judithhb
    August 01, 2012 at 05:16 am

    It’s 22 years (yes that long) since we had afternoon tea at the Empress and we loved it. Unfortunately, I didn’t get a tea pot but hope you have many happy years using it. And that Andy got into the action again…

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    1. Beth Ann
      August 01, 2012 at 08:05 am

      Oh my goodness—22 years ago??? I know I will remember this 22 years from now unless I am senile by then!!! It was amazing and it is very neat to know someone else who had the same experience! And yes—Andy did get in on it!!!

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  9. Modern Gypsy
    August 02, 2012 at 10:21 am

    This is a beautiful teapot. Love your collection! 🙂

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    1. Beth Ann
      August 02, 2012 at 11:36 pm

      Thanks so much!!!! I have a lot to share!!!! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Kate
    August 02, 2012 at 10:42 am

    I’ve walked through the Empress many times… especially at Christmas time for their annual Christmas tree display… but have never had tea there. But a good friend and I just decided we are going for tea this month! So what lovely timing to see your post and photos. Looks like you really enjoyed it!

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    1. Beth Ann
      August 02, 2012 at 11:51 pm

      I loved it and you will, too!! What a wonderful place!! Not inexpensive but so worth it!!! Thanks for the comment!!!!

      Reply
  11. motheringfromscratch
    August 02, 2012 at 11:22 am

    {Kathy} I went to England in December 2011!! I am salivating looking at these pictures. What did you find to be different about the tea and trimmings over the pond?

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    1. Beth Ann
      August 02, 2012 at 11:02 pm

      I am so glad you liked the pics!!! I loved the Fairmont Empress and the tea that they offered there was a really great blend unique to them! I was really spoiled that day for sure!!!

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  12. Kim
    August 02, 2012 at 11:44 am

    I am lucky enough to call beautiful Vancouver Island (but sadly not Victoria) my home. Although I have been to Victoria (and the Empress) many, many times, having afternoon tea in their tea room is something that I have yet to do. Thank you for the reminder that I need to make it happen!! I hope you enjoyed your time in Victoria!

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    1. Beth Ann
      August 02, 2012 at 11:06 pm

      I love Vancouver Island!!! You all are so gracious and wonderful hosts!! Thanks!!! And yes–you need to put that on your list of things to do—it was fabulous!

      Reply
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  14. Josh
    August 22, 2017 at 09:50 am

    Since 2011?! That’s a lot of teapots!!! Ya’ know what they say… Safe-Tea first! Cheers, Thanks for sharing!

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