A Tea at Ritz Carlton New York Central Park

I had the pleasure a few years ago to attend a holiday cupcake tea on my birthday at the Ritz Carlton Central Park. It was a really magical place. We even saw Jennifer Aniston behind us having breakfast! That was really quite fun, and I was proud of my friend and I as we were calm and of course did not take any photos. Her companion, a lady, actually looked at our cupcakes for the tea, and wished us a Happy Holiday when they were leaving. One of the many magical birthdays I have had in New York City!  

The table is set just lovely. They unfortunately do not have this cupcake tea for the holiday, but they still serve Afternoon Tea which I am sure is just as fabulous. 

Lemon and honey for your tea is always a must  

How cute are these guys? I loved the mini size as you could taste all of them and not get too sugar crazy.  

I really loved the teapot, creamer and cup designs. Everything is very elegant here. Very old New York I thought. 

If this does not get you in a holiday mood, I don't know what will !  

Loved the gingie cupcake, he was just so adorable! 

 Smores and carrot cake here taking their photo op ! 

When looking for something different to do during the holidays in New York City, a tea is a wonderful time. It is something to enjoy and create memories with your friends and family, and you may even see a famous person too! She was very pretty in person, but looked sad that day. Guess their lives aren't always happy and shiny every day. My top 10 tea list for NYC can be found HERE.

Afternoon Tea in The Star Lounge 
Daily at 2:30 p.m. or 3 p.m.
Relax and unwind in this restorative afternoon ritual featuring a wide selection of specialty teas complemented by sweet and savory delicacies.

Park Central and East 59th Street 

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Holiday Cupcake Tea Star Lounge Ritz Carlton Central Park

I was lucky enough to spend my birthday in December 2009 at the Holiday Cupcake Tea and we even had Jennifer Aniston sitting right behind us!! We had the opportunity to wish her and her lady friend, Happy Holidays, and it was quite a memorable birthday for me in the city. It is definitely worth the $28 cost, no doubt. I would suggest cutting each cupcake in half and tasting the different flavors as my friend and I ate the whole cupcake and ended up leaving 2 untouched. I know I will do that for the next cupcake tea we attend. Here are some of the shots from the Christmas Tea:

how much more elegant can you get than this??? kinda like home, right? they will be doing something with chocolate and wine for Valentines Day 

elegant table decorations.....what else would you expect for the Ritz ??

look at the brown and white sugar cubes!! those nutz were sooo good, I couldn't stop eating them!!

here are all 5 together....they are still serving the holiday day again this year from Dec 4 to Jan 2, 2011 Saturdays and Sundays 11am to 4pm 

I am obsessed with Red Velvet ......this little guy was sooo tasty....and photogenic as well !!!

smores and pumpkin little guys ....

one of my favorite shots, like a postcard......such a wonderful birthday !!!

Star Lounge The Ritz Carlton 50 Central Park South

Holiday Cupcake Tea Saturday and Sundays 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec 4 to Jan 2, 2011 

Afternoon Tea Daily 230 and 3pm $55 per person; $65 with Mumm Brut Napa Valley 

Reservations required: (212) 521-6125

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