{two beautiful things : breakfast & romance}

"Romance is the glamour which turns the dust of everyday life into a golden haze."

~ Elinor Glyn.

My Happy List { № 4 } : Finding the Perfect Cup of Tea

A delicate, pretty cup with floral patterns or quirky prints (always with a matching saucer) filled anything from my favourite Ladurée teas; china tea scented with violet and orange blossom or their signature blend scented with vanilla, rose, orange blossom and cinnamon  to the supermarket-available Clipper green, herbal and fruit teas - an afternoon cup of tea at the desk, on the sofa or while catching up with friends is another daily micro-pleasure of mine. Even better when served with macaroons, but that's another post for another day...

Whats your favourite tea? rachelle xo

r a c h e l l e ' s h a p p y l i s t . . .

the first coffee  |  morning cuddles  |  a thick stack of magazines  |  a good manicure 

Places: Champagne Afternoon Tea at the Dorchester | London

Tasseled drapes and soft lighting, tufted settees and silk cushions, crisp white table cloths and silver-rimmed china, salmon pasta shell roll served with toast, lox and caviar, freshly backed scones with clotted cream, tea and delicate pastries and it's champagne afternoon tea at The Dorchester, London. Don't make a trip to London without a visit here . . .