Christmas Afternoon Tea

[@NicolasFairford]

Hey everyone - I really hope you enjoy this episode! For more delicious recipes and festive inspiration, check out my Christmas eBook: nicolasfairford.com/products/my-christmas-guide-ebook-by-nicolas-fairford

[@bencoburn7583]

Where did you get the Champaign glasses from?

[@AlexanderVerney-Elliott-ep7dw]

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Creativ New Year....

[@priscillasmith9259]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Thank you!💖

[@sandraromano8919]

Unfortunately, I cannot get the link to work...

[@nelesonntagodo]

@@sandraromano8919 me neither. 😢

[@literallyheather]

You are a model host, making your guests feel special and welcome. Such a lost art. Thank you for preserving the tradition and graciousness.

[@NicolasFairford]

My pleasure! Thanks for your very kind comment!

[@jennymccombie9604]

Greetings from California! Knowing how to be a good host as well as a good guest in someone's home seems to be a lost way of life . People here carry their large water bottles everywhere they go. When visiting your home and you offer refreshments they hoist up the bottle and say no , we brought our water .They don't understand the rules of hospitality and they've just denied you a chance to show they are welcome guests in your home . I invited friends to have Christmas dinner at my home only to realize that the biggest part of hosting wouldn't be cooking or decorating but putting knickknacks away from people who see no reason why they shouldn't go through my drawers and cabinets taking whatever catches their eye while smiling broadly at my dumbfounded expression. Forget crackers or holiday punch . The only conversation would be how odd and strange my customs are. Good thing they canceled at the last minute! Unfortunately this is how most people act these days . I've given up trying to make a lovely experience for my guests . Pearls before swine unfortunately. Wish I could have at least one more holiday with someone like you Nickolas . Just once more.

[@judit.6948]

Love how Sophie makes an appearance at 5.50 when you can see her reflection in the oven door and then her little playmate makes an appearance at 06.02, sooooo cute. Lovely video.

[@ThuLe-eh1xe]

We would like to see more of the outside world, especially the beautiful christmas shops and landscape. Thank you.

[@NicolasFairford]

Coming next week!

[@sansuzannethartman]

I ordered your Christmas Holiday Book and it is stunning. Everything in this video is lovely. Bright blessings dear Nicolas.

[@juliemiller2523]

ANYONE BUY HIS BEAUTIFUL CANDLE YET?

[@laurafara6264]

@@juliemiller2523 where do I go to purchase the book and candle?

[@DD-d6d3]

@@laurafara6264 there's a link in the description of this video.

[@designbyjosephineandjosee]

@@DD-d6d3 Hello DD it's Josephine nice to see you hear I really enjoyed Nicolas videos as well I hope you have a wonderful Christmas

[@NicolasFairford]

So glad you liked the book - thanks for your kind comments x

[@ramonawestberry4751]

a perfect Christmas afternoon tea, cozy and warm,I so enjoyed this relaxing afternoon

[@NicolasFairford]

Thanks so much!

[@pillowmintlover]

The face Nicolas makes at 3:38 lol. We know how much he dislikes getting his hands messy. Cracked me up! 😂 Merry Christmas y’all!

[@NicolasFairford]

Haha - just keep smiling!

[@christineryman579]

Yes it's funny, I was thinking the same...

[@mercedestorres5945]

I just love your videos. They are so peaceful and beautiful. My best wishes from the island of Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@nataliewallace9707]

What a truly enchanting Christmas Afternoon Tea and festive light show at the royal botanical gardens Nicholas. Your afternoon tea looked heavenly, who helps you eat all the food you bake and cook? thank you very much for another wonderful and delightful video xx

[@anniebowen1]

Your tree is stunning, the best I've seen. Lovely.

[@aminahcm]

I couldn't have said it better!

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much! I share the food with friends!

[@deborahhuckaby4623]

My goodness, yes to all of it, especially the cake!!! Everything looked so pretty. The garden so beautiful. I would love to visit it. Have a great weekend and Merry Christmas everyone. 🤶🎅🎅❤🌲

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much - so glad you enjoyed it!

[@roxannedaly279]

Very festive tea treats & table setting! Amazing holiday tour at the botanical gardens. Thank you Nicolas!

[@NicolasFairford]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@jasmina5445]

When you speak, you sound, like an angel.

[@sharonmarie3090]

I Just LOVE this one!!! The Chocolate Cake looks so delicious, and I am so happy you took us along for a trip to see the lights!! They are spectacular!! You made my day!!

[@NicolasFairford]

So happy to hear that!

[@maramaparata7596]

The music for this episode resonated for me in a very childhood nostalgic way and absolutely LOVE your selection of afternoon tea delights. Loved seeing Sophie and her friend.

[@sylviekins]

I love the way the music is chosen to fit so well with the video.

[@NicolasFairford]

So glad to hear that! Thank you so much x

[@theresaadams2316]

I look forward to your videos every week. I find them down-to-earth with a touch of glamour. Your calm nature is a gift to viewers. My only critique is that they aren’t longer! Thank you for the weekly cheer!

[@vickynay9863]

I was just watching Replacements china's videos on how to set a casual holiday table and how to set a formal holiday table and then YAY! your video popped up! What a great afternoon!

[@NicolasFairford]

So glad to hear that! Thank you!

[@klarissaclairiton9010]

The decor and setting is so so refined and beautiful in this video. Too bad everyone is not like this in daily life.

[@coolwater55]

True, t’would be nice! However, raising children, helping elderly, work, and other life efforts, for many this is a luxury for time and money. Managing a tea now and then should still be on the agenda!

[@lyndabond1443]

I don’t know where to start. The Botanical gardens are such a delight. I’d feel as if I was walking in a magical Christmas garden 🪴. And Nicolas, I’m going to make your chocolate orange cake this weekend! I can’t wait to try that recipe it looks so delicious. Your much braver than I , to bake in a cream colored jumper lol. As always, a perfect example of your understated and wonderful elegance as the table and setting was just lovely. Thank you 💕

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much for your kind words, as always!

[@aussietime9778]

Thank you Nicolas for another fantastic video. If ever there is a person with style, it is you! Some of the best content on KZbin. Thank you ❤ Greetings from Australia

[@NicolasFairford]

Such a nice thing to say - thank you so much!

[@christineryman579]

I agree fully, well said xx

[@Mark723]

Everything is beautiful and the gardens are magically stunning with the light displays and all those little bonfires! Thanks, as always, for sharing your wonderful talents and beautiful city. Merry Christmas.

[@NicolasFairford]

My pleasure - thank you so much!

[@davidmar442]

What a DIVINE afternoon tea … all made with love !! ❤️😃

[@alexandrawallner8814]

Thanks for sharing the botanical gardens, Nicolas! Your tea looks great! I'll be right over! xoxo

[@marybethquraishi4076]

I love the way you include the beauty of nature in your home and life. And... always such beautiful music.

[@alisab3041]

Nicolas, I recommend you take the “scientist” guided tour at the Botanical Garden. It was the highlight of my first trip there. You will walk around for about 1.5 hours with a knowledgeable member of their staff who will describe sections of the garden and teach you so much. That is my favorite place on earth, so go often while you live there.

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you! X

[@brendadrew834]

Thank you Nicolas for another lovely time at your beautiful home for teatime, sounds and looks delicious! And what a spectacular display of lights at the botanical garden! Cheers~ from Yankee New England~

[@martybontumasi5058]

Nicolas, you're such a breath of fresh air and a wonderful escape from all the negativity in the media. Thank you!! :)

[@hazell1593]

I love to watch naturally talented/creative people. Everything seems so effortless with you Nicolas. I am not much into Christmas anymore but watching you really brings the spirit back into me. Thank you 💕💕💕💕💕

[@Fore_Runner]

I love spotting the Dog 🐶 walking around. 💕💕💕

[@dianebaker5243]

Your Christmas afternoon tea looked beautiful on the table. Thanks for sharing 👍 ☃️ 🎄

[@NicolasFairford]

My pleasure!

[@58jennypenny]

your videos are always such a delight to watch Nicolas, so refreshing.

[@NicolasFairford]

Thanks so much - so glad you think so!

[@veejo9535]

How I so wish I could have been with you for your afternoon tea as it all looked absolutely scrumptious and in such a lovely Christmas setting too. You make preparing it all seem so easy that even I’m tempted to have a go. I love the red accent colour in your kitchen which is so cheerful and is especially so at this time of year. You always think of fun places to take us and the Botanical Gardens Christmas Light Show is just absolutely amazing! I shall look forward to your next festive video.

[@NicolasFairford]

Give it a go - I'm sure it will be wonderful

[@eveoliver6846]

Wow! Everything looks so special and inviting. You put your while heart into everything you do -- it really shows. What an unique example of love, friendship, and sharing. Blessings, and more blessings to you.

[@maureenhunter11]

Dear Nicolas....each week you remind us to slow down and enjoy the finer things in life. Each video is elegant and just perfect.

[@louisetregomorgan4907]

Yes the chocolate cake , I'm so glad it has the orange juice in the recipe 😋 not often used any more . This was absolute perfection like you Nicholas . Merry Christmas 🎅 everyone 🎄💚💛💜🧡.

[@pilardiaz1416]

Hermoso...gracias.

[@patty4709]

Nicolas, I would love to have tea with you. You are a nice young man that any Mother would be proud. I’m a mom and a grandmother, a young 82. Have a Christmas cup of tea on me. Beautiful decorations and a lovely tea setting. Happy Holiday’s to you and yours. Thanks for sharing.🥰

[@rebeccavalicoff1581]

So similar to Botanical Gardens in St Louis Missouri too! Nice tea!

[@tomazelarodrigues]

Amo ver o seu jeito de arrumar a casa , fazer sua culinaria magnifico.

[@davidandniko3428]

All the food at your afternoon tea looks delicious. Thank you for sharing your festive ideas with us.

[@eljaykayaye1186]

Everything looks so beautiful and scrumptious! Thank you for your hospitality! Sweet Sophie so happy. All fabulosity!

[@saraw8503]

I LOVE a garden. Any season any time. And preceded by a lovely tea…..so much more special.

[@jeanlaubenthal698]

I love how you set an extra space and poured tea inviting your views! Thank you!

[@susantaylor5068]

Scrumptious Christmas afternoon tea and finishing with a magical fairytale walk thro a dazzling display - deLIGHTful 🙂

[@lidijatravina274]

Восхищение. Хотелось бы посмотреть на маму, которая воспитала такого светлого сына. С Рождеством.

[@mrs.v6394]

You break down such elegant and beautiful projects, that would otherwise seem daunting, and make it so relaxing and enjoyable. You are so gifted at showing the process gracefully! Have a wonderful Christmas. I wish you so much success! ❤️🎄

[@marionandrews176]

So beautifully peaceful and festive! I cannot wait to make the eggnog scones.

[@NicolasFairford]

I hope you'll enjoy them!

[@SeldimSeen1]

You are helping me to also get into the Christmas spirit. Thank you.

[@MLayne-xq3wo]

Love your holiday book! Makes me want to cook a goose for Christmas dinner this year! You inspire me.

[@NicolasFairford]

I'm so glad!

[@margaretcroft]

I truly enjoyed this video - it was so soothing with the lovely music. , The sandwiches, scones and oh, that cake, look totally delectable! I adored the table setting with the Villeroy & Bach china. I have to admit when you were trying to decide on a paint color, that I thought the “Mouse Back” was going to be too dark, but it looks so cozy and warm…the visit to the Botanic Garden was yet more “icing on the cake!”. Thank you Nicholas!

[@1AEROSOL.1PUFF]

THE MUSIC IS BREATHTAKING 🫖

[@mavep2855]

Beautiful Christmas tea Nicolas! The tour of lights at the end was delightful! Thanks Nicolas🎄🙏🏼❤️

[@davids6898]

The cranberry turkey sandwich is a tradition for some in America, although usually around Thanksgiving. And thank you for the scone recipe. Most of the scones made commercially here can substitute for a hockey puck!

[@cheribrodeur1568]

Lol so true on the hockey pucks! We do turkey and cranberries thanksgiving and Christmas. I love the flavor of the two together in this sandwich!

[@carmenrosario1709]

Everything looks so yummy and pretty. I love watching you do things and taking us places with you.

[@rosepaetzke2933]

Thank you for the lovely time, even if virtual 💖🎄☃️

[@marciahowe928]

This is a tea I would love to engulfed in. Everything looks delicious and your china is delightful. Such a pretty table! ☕️🍽

[@TMB62]

The tea 🍵 looks great I really love those dishes for the holidays.

[@NicolasFairford]

So glad you liked it!

[@amybrizendine1863]

Having tea with you would be amazing. Everything looks delicious and the table is beautiful.

[@helennicolaou9673]

I am in pain and your uploads bring me great relief... thank you sooo much

[@zondrabarricks4666]

From our family to you and yours we wish you a merry Christmas and a happy New Year! Really enjoying your E-book as we have enjoyed your inspiring and beautiful videos. Although we are Jewish, we feel honored to be able to appreciate a variety of holidays and customs with friends as we enjoy sharing our own. Thank you for creating a spot of comfort and joy to share with all of us!

[@alicedent8864]

So festive and elegant. Everything looks scrumptious! 🎄🫖🥂

[@wilmarodriguez2139]

In today’s hustle and bustle, High Tea is exactly what is needed. Thank you. Love your hinged teapot. Salutations from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@sylviekins]

The tree looks absolutely lovely! I like the fireplace as well. I like to put dried cranberries in my scones, the whole afternoon tea and setting was beautiful.

[@AleksandraKJ]

Watching your film make me feel so cosy and blissfully.

[@theherd5830]

I love your little kitchen “ helper’s” reflection appearing in the oven glass door. 🙏 for some crumbs to drop! ❤️

[@TheCynedd]

Everything is beautiful. While watching the video I kept thinking: "Who but Nicolas would be baking and melting chocolate as well as boiling cranberrys while wearing a white sweater and not wearing an apron!"😊

[@NicolasFairford]

Haha - it has become my signature!

[@CasContents]

The Botanic Gardens was BEAUTIFUL!

[@grannywillbond206]

You do a beautiful job with you teas and pastries,I enjoy your presentation and you are a treasure to society. Do not change your presentation or interest.Merry Christmas and the very best for 2022.

[@alexandraburckhardt454]

Looove your Smile Break!!! I am all out of words to describe your Amazing Presentations. Do continue to love and appreciate the specialness of you.!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gypsymoon474]

It may be winter, summer or fall outside but it’s always spring in your home and in all of your videos 🌷 even this Christmas video seems warm and like Christmas in spring 🎄

[@evasccl7846]

I have made your delicious scones... they are the delight of friends and family, the way I show love to others and I got my daughter into making them as a gift in delicately wrapping paper with a lovely ribbon... everybody loves them Nicolas! Such a beautiful way to make time to slow down and relish the moment... but also a dear and full of love gift. Thank you for sharing Nicolas. Sending gratitude, love and kindness from our hearts to yours. xx

[@marilynbunte5376]

So happy to be here with you today🎄 Everything we shared with you was divine!🎄

[@sheilaenglish7329]

Lovely afternoon tea - beautiful dishes make all the difference don’t they. Thank you for taking us through the Botanical gardens to see their magical lights display.

[@SuperAxlgirl]

The chocolate orange cake seems delicious. The house looks so cosy and beautiful.

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

Love the roses in the tree! 🌹🌲

[@laurachamberlain9790]

All are excellent: Christmas tree, afternoon tea, your decoration and of course Villeroy and Boch dishes. You are the best vlogger on KZbin.👍👍👍

[@designbyjosephineandjosee]

Hello Nicolas First the recipe looks amazing looks delicious and very festive and your table setting is very elegant for the holidays I hope you have a wonderful Christmas I enjoyed your video

[@gibsongirl9046]

I love your channel so much. I can't express how inspired I feel seeing your elegant interiors that are stunning and not fussy. You make everything looks so easy from decorating to baking and cooking a marvelous dinner party. It's incredibly lovely to hear how much you value and appreciate your family in this day and age. I hope you do come to the USA one day and California in particular. Merry Christmas to you with best wishes for a Happy and healthy New Year.

[@ElinorFitzgerald]

I now live in Edinburgh, too, and the lights show is amazing! One of the highlights of the holiday season!

[@sylviavandegrift1388]

Love the Christmas Tree party it’s beautiful and delicious looking. The gardens are gorgeous! Thank you

[@jasminhembrow9400]

Wow the garden light up with lights looks beautiful.

[@Tiffany-vj1tv]

Wow... Just wow 💕💕💕absolutely stunning and lovely! Thank you for sharing this with us. 🙏🍾🥂many blessings Nicolas

[@janicegardner5027]

Hi Nicholas - I hope you are having an enjoyable Christmas season thus far. Thank you for the joy you have brought to me through your videos this year. Looking forward to seeing your next video - hoping you are well and happy.

[@susanbrown2909]

Probably the most elegant way to forget the worlds problems...and that’s to indulge in some mind clearing Christmas cheer by Nicolas . Arrrh normality .

[@contactlynda]

Thank you for taking us to the gardens! Your afternoon tea looked scrumptious!

[@luzherrera769]

Merci Nicolas. Beau,simple et chic! Feliz Navidad. Te queremos.

[@illuminatedgalaxies7777.]

You are the most wonderful host and you put a lot of effort into all your dinning for your family and friends I hope they realise how lucky they are to have you everyone needs someone like you in their life 💜🥰👏

[@byootifie]

What an exquisitely beautiful table setting, especially arranged in front of your sparkling tree!!

[@karendavis4283]

Beautiful! Love the recipes, the soothing music, and your fabulous Christmas tree!! Happy holiday!

[@BooBearNelson87]

I have to say Thank You for all the hard work you put into your videos! It’s always a pleasure to watch your videos and since I started watching your videos have come to love my 3:00pm afternoon tea breaks! Thank you so much!

[@jackienavia67]

Nicolas! Thank you for sharing the Christmas Garden magical! Wonderful! I love all gardens! Your tea was beautiful ... special indeed...Blessings and God protect you!

[@rayettawagster9335]

Beautiful 🎄 Love the red kitchen tiles year around but so beautiful this time of the year.

[@PassionGrows]

You are a master at what you do. Everything looks amazing as if it came straight from a bakery.

[@KS-xs8bl]

A beautiful holiday treat! Everything looks gorgeous and delicious! The botanical garden walk through was stunning. Thank you!

[@tammiesanders5539]

That was very beautiful, the table the tree, the treats and the gardens, bless you for sharing

[@kathleenharrison9189]

Love the video, the festive afternoon tea looks yummy, can t wait for the next video xx

[@kathrynbellerose6216]

Nicolas, another festive Christmas delight for us! I loved the sandwiches and baked items. The table looked lovely and the plates are very delightful. Thank you.

[@zekeland]

How perfect and uplifting this is.

[@casandradickinson8518]

Hello Nicolas, I just discovered you today, what joy to watch you, I already adore you, your videos are very soothing and you are delightful. Merry Christmas!

[@rayettawagster9335]

Beautiful ! 🎄love the red kitchen tiles year around but so beautiful this time of year.

[@deborahmeyers7839]

Who wouldn't want to have afternoon tea at Nicolas Fairford forget the Ritz💜🌲💜 thanks for sharing Nicolas hello Sophie💜🐾💜