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| “The mere chink of cups and saucers tunes the mind to happy repose.” George Gissling – Victorian novelist | ||||
Calling all people of distinction and good taste! Are you looking for a relaxing and comfortable, yet deliciously luxuriant venue, that has captivating charm, where conversations can flow and meander, and you finally have a chance to slow down and enjoy? Or, are you simply looking for the perfect intimate place for your next celebration? We invite you to indulge yourself in a traditional high tea experience in beautiful vintage style held in one of the first homesteads on Main Arm Road. Paradiso Teahouse, the vintage teahouse in the Byron Bay hinterland, has the kettle on and has just baked scones.We welcome you to spend a leisurely Sunday afternoon with us for a lavish High Tea celebrating all things vintage. |  |
| “No matter where you are in the world, you are at home when tea is served.” Earlene Grey, poet | ||||
 | “The first cup moistens my lips and throat. The second shatters my loneliness. The third causes the wrongs of life to fade gently from my recollection. The fourth purifies my soul.The fifth lifts me to the realms of the unwinking gods.” Chinese Mystic – Tang Dynasty (AD 618-907) a golden age of cosmopolitan culture, peace and prosperity |
| “Tea is quiet and our thirst for tea is never far from our craving for beauty” James Norwood Pratt – Tea Sommelier, author and ‘America’s Tea Sage' | ||||
| High Tea - served with the finest selection of teas and complimentary glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne - $100 per person Set Menu – traditional High Tea attentively made with thought and care, including savoury pastries, tea sandwiches, scones with homemade jam and Chantilly cream, followed by delicious cakes, a menu displaying exotic seasonal ingredients with love and passion. This omnivorial cuisine includes gluten so unfortunately no dietary considerations can be accommodated. Please refer to our sample menu. An array of quality teas are offered. Deposit of $100 required for all table bookings. Deposits are non-refundable. In the event that Paradiso Teahouse is required to cancel your booking due to severe weather conditions for safety reasons for property access, your deposit will be fully refunded and we will endeavour to rebook your table at our next available seating. Dress code – your Sunday Best! Vintage styling applauded. Footwear – No thongs or flip flops. Heels suitable for walking on lawn to access the venue. Etiquette – Mind Your P’s and Q’s! Operating Hours - Selected Sunday afternoons only. Doors open 1.45pm. Booking time arrivals 2pm – 2.30pm Open to - over 18 years venue Paradiso Teahouse is a Private Venue. |  |
*Photography by Nelly Le Comte
