When my parents visited Chicago this summer, my mom and I treated ourselves to afternoon tea at the Peninsula Hotel. It was a fabulous mother-daughter outing and the tea service was truly decadent. The Lobby at the Peninsula would be the perfect spot for a bridal shower or bride and bridesmaids tea!
We somehow managed to stop and take this picture before digging in.
Wedgwood’s “India” design. A possible registry item, I think! 
Mmmm…Blueberry Souffle. Mr. Jasmine calls it blouffle. 
Mom surveys the aftermath.
Afternoon Tea is $35 per person or $44 per person with 1 glass of champagne. Peninsula Royal-tea is $95 per person and is served Friday through Sunday during Afternoon Tea hours.
Looks lovely! I’m actually thinking of doing something like this in Chicago for my bridesmaids - hadn’t thought about the Peninsulas as a venue, but now I will definitely have to check it out.
I love the Peninsula- it’s pricey but a wonderful city venue for a wedding and afternoon tea! The Drake also has a wonderful afternoon tea service.
The Peninsula in Beverly Hills is fantastic for afternoon tea as well. I think the room at the BHP is smaller, and it has more of a Victorian/antique/garden decor. Because their tea area is smaller, they offer different sized private rooms for parties anywhere from 10-30 guests. My server last time said it’s very popular for showers.
that looks like fun. i may have to do this with my sisters and mom sometime. i’m sure my mom would get a kick out of it!
it looks yummy! the 4 seasons in Chicago has great afternoon tea for bridal showers too 
The Millenium Biltmore in Los Angeles also has an amazing high tea! And the hotel is so fancy too.
Next time - try the chocolate bar at the Peninsula in Chicago.
FABULOUS!!!!!!!! and so YUMMY!
The martinis are to die for
I love going for tea. I’ve been to high tea at the Peninsula in Hong Kong. When I’m home in Chicago, I stick to the Drake.
Mrs. Jasmine, Chicago/LA
Age and Occupation: 25, Attorney
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 26, Attorney
Engagement Date: March 24, 2007
Wedding Date: June 7, 2008
Blogging Since: September 20, 2007
Venue: Hotel on the westside of Los Angeles
About Me: I'm a happy-go-lucky, imaginative spirit trapped in the body of a lawyer. I love reading, shopping, dining out, and exploring my beloved adopted city of Chicago with my fiance. We're planning the wedding of our dreams in my hometown of Los Angeles and we're excited to incorporate our cherished Indian/Pakistani customs and traditions.
Yum! Looks like you and Mama Jasmine had a great time!