Business Details
Your Destination for Afternoon Tea and Custom Catering in Almonte
Tea & Cake is a quaint, classic tearoom nestled in Almonte, Ontario, founded and operated by Gwendolyn Neelin, a barista-turned-baker with a deep passion for food, tea, and British tradition. Since opening our doors, we have dedicated ourselves to crafting exceptional dining experiences through our carefully curated menu of breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea, complemented by take-out meals and freshly baked treats. Our commitment to quality extends to every aspect of our offerings, from house-made jams and preserves to specialty hot beverages, ensuring each visit reflects our dedication to excellence. We pride ourselves on creating custom cakes and catering for special events, blending creativity with personalized service to bring our clients' visions to life. Our charming venue, housed in a heritage building within a picturesque mill town, also serves as a unique space for private events, accommodating gatherings with warmth and hospitality.With a focus on local ingredients and attention to detail, we strive to make every experience at Tea & Cake memorable. Our team is passionate about accommodating dietary restrictions and special requests, ensuring inclusivity for all guests. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 4 PM, we invite patrons to savor tradition in a cozy, welcoming environment. Whether through our elegant three-tiered afternoon tea platters or our convenient take-home freezer meals, we remain committed to delivering exceptional service rooted in experience, expertise, and a genuine love for what we do.
Services
Afternoon Tea
Catering
Wedding Cakes
Event Rentals
Take-Out Meals
Highlights and features
- We offer custom catering tailored to dietary restrictions and special requests.
- Our venue provides a unique, heritage-inspired setting for intimate events.
- We create personalized cakes reflecting each client's individual style.
- Our menu features house-made jams, preserves, and locally sourced ingredients.
- We provide take-home freezer meals for convenient, high-quality dining.
Services
Afternoon Tea
Indulge in our elegant three-tiered afternoon tea platter featuring sandwiches, savories, scones, and sweet treats. Served with a choice of premium loose-leaf teas, this experience combines British tradition with modern flair. Ideal for special occasions or leisurely gatherings, our afternoon tea requires advance ordering to ensure availability.
Catering
Custom catering services for weddings, parties, and corporate events, both on-site and off-location. Our menus accommodate diverse dietary needs while maintaining exceptional flavor and presentation. With experience in intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, we bring our signature attention to detail to every event we cater.
Wedding Cakes
Personalized wedding cakes designed to reflect each couple's unique style and preferences. Our baker works directly with clients to create bespoke designs using premium ingredients. From traditional tiers to modern artistic interpretations, we ensure every cake becomes a memorable centerpiece for special occasions.
Event Rentals
Rent our charming heritage dining space for book clubs, baby showers, workshops, and celebrations. The venue accommodates up to 20 guests with flexible booking options for daytime and evening hours. Includes staff assistance for refreshments and customizable catering packages to enhance your event experience.
Take-Out Meals
Freshly prepared meals and baked goods available for takeout, including daily specials and house-made preserves. Our freezer section offers ready-to-heat dinners for convenient home dining. Enjoy the same quality and flavors of our dine-in menu with the flexibility of enjoying our offerings at your convenience.
People
Gwendolyn Neelin
Owner & Head Baker
Former barista-turned-baker with expertise in British culinary traditions and cake design. Specializes in creating personalized desserts and event menus while maintaining daily operations of the tearoom.
Questions
What are your regular operating hours?
We're open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 4 PM. Our kitchen closes at 4 PM, but we offer event rentals after hours with advance arrangements.
Do you offer catering services for special events?
Yes, we provide custom catering for weddings, parties, and corporate events both at our venue and off-site locations, with experience accommodating various dietary requirements.
Can I rent your space for private events?
Our dining room is available for rentals up to 20 guests, with different rates for daytime weekday, weekend, and evening bookings, including staff assistance and optional catering.
How do you handle food allergies and dietary restrictions?
We make every effort to accommodate allergies and intolerances, but cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment due to our kitchen operations.
Do you offer gift cards for purchase?
Yes, we provide online gift cards through our website, allowing recipients to enjoy our afternoon tea, meals, or baked goods at their convenience.
How far in advance should I order a custom cake?
We recommend contacting us as early as possible to discuss your cake design, though we require at least 24 hours notice for most custom orders.
Reviews (7)
Nerinder Dhanjal
Jul 16, 2021
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We ordered a custom tea for ourselves and our friends, some keto/ vegan and gluten-free, Gwen did an amazing job, the food was absolutely delicious, so well put together, we sat by the lake and had a very memorable afternoon with our friends. I would highly recommend her services.
Raquelle Small
May 29, 2021
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Stopped by this little cute spot on my family day trip outings. Ordered some
Smarties cookies - pretty moist and tender
Chocolate chip cake pops - very delish
Butter tart - nice and golden and flaky
Vanilla cake slice - pretty good but the icing was to sweet for me.
& a rosemary cheddar scone - very delish aswell.
Smarties cookies - pretty moist and tender
Chocolate chip cake pops - very delish
Butter tart - nice and golden and flaky
Vanilla cake slice - pretty good but the icing was to sweet for me.
& a rosemary cheddar scone - very delish aswell.
Lua Matias
May 19, 2021
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Thank you Gwen for making such a wonderful cake for my daughter’s 10th birthday. The cake was seriously amazing! I’ve never tasted a fresher cake! The sponge, the buttercream, everything was incredible! And it was beautifully decorated 💕🍰 The Portuguese custard tarts are to die for 🥮!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Jenni Beharry
Apr 12, 2021
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The Tea & Cake team and Gwen are amazing. I wanted to send something to a friend and they delivered right to her door! So many options for meals and treats that are the perfect gift to give to someone showing you have been thinking of them. :)
Cathy Peacock
Mar 06, 2021
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Picked up high-tea for tea party with my grand daughter today! So beautifully packaged and food was delicious. Such a lovely treat for our afternoon!
Lita Edwards
Feb 06, 2021
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Ron and I really enjoyed your Friday night dinner of ribs, squash, cream corn and carrot cake. It was so delicious. The ribs were tender and the veggies quite tasty. Not to mention your luscious carrot cake. We had lots of leftovers. Well done Gwen. 👍🏻
Tanya Pea
Jan 31, 2021
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Thanks 🙏 Gwen @ Tea & Cake for preparing my Take-Away Afternoon Tea for 2 for my boyfriend and I - all down to the packaging! It was even stacked in the same order as if it was on the 3-Tier plates in the café.… Cute touch!! Definite recommendation to anyone wanting something different on a weekend, with your boyfriend, mother, friend (anyone in your bubble).
