The BEST Afternoon Tea EVER at the Signet Library in Edinburgh

[@teresacahlik6887]

Thank you, will add it to my list for next year’s visit..

[@britainonabudget]

Awesome!!! You will love it

[@ians3586]

Really liked the fact that everything was on the small side so you could still comfortably enjoy the huge variety of things.

[@britainonabudget]

That was something else I loved about it. I love light bites because you get to try so many flavors. And all those little savories were next level up from the standard sandwiches 😋

[@joycemarshall4621]

Looks great. Must try next time I'm in Edinburgh

[@britainonabudget]

Definitely worth it. I hope you get to try it soon

[@mama24fb27]

The best?! Wow, what an amazing place to have an amazing tea 📚☕️

[@britainonabudget]

100% without a doubt the best.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

What a beautiful place!!!

[@sandybutton243]

Last year I went for Afternoon Tea as THE highlight of my visit to the Balmoral Hotel and was absolutely excited. It was a high end experience and I can highly recommend. Next month I'm back in Edinburgh and booked a table at the Signet Library and really looking forward to this. The place looks stunning and gorgeous! Thanks for sharing your experience!!

[@britainonabudget]

Oh I’m so excited you get to go to the Signet soon. It really is amazing. And thanks for recommending the Balmoral. I will definitely try that when I’m back in Edinburgh!

[@agirlsoutlook4233]

Hey! I am a international student who would come to Edinburgh soon, my all time dream was to work in such libraries, I just wanted to know that can I get a part time job in such libraries as an international student?

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Great job pronouncing all those challenging food names!

[@britainonabudget]

Thank goodness there was no Litsea Cubeba or whatever that previous one was! 😆

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@britainonabudget 😂😂

[@joanmoore3018]

I will have to put this on my list.

[@britainonabudget]

YES. You MUST do this one!

[@faithnelson6069]

i can not think of a nicer combination. more libraries should try this.

[@britainonabudget]

I agree! I know there’s one at a Marriott in London, but I haven’t made it there yet. 🫖 📚

[@faithnelson6069]

@@britainonabudget i think that these could be the new cat cafe.

[@thegatesofdawn...1386]

Don't forget to bring your apetite! What a nice place.

[@britainonabudget]

It’s true!

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

Small is beautiful, as the saying goes. That is quite a recommendation! It would be a cool Christmas gift for someone (or two). The sort of classy place that might attract (other) celebrities.;-) As a fan of bookshops and libraries I am certain I would love it.

[@britainonabudget]

This would be a great Christmas present, for sure! And if you love an afternoon tea, you will definitely love this!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

So exciting to see all the views this received!! Well done!!

[@britainonabudget]

The Corinthia Hotel one has just gone over 10,000 views!!! Can you believe it? You must tell Ian it's all down to him :)

[@morningmayan]

Lovely thank you so much!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Darjeeling! Called it

[@Barnyz]

Wonderful video that is making me hungry! The building looks quite fascinating too. Hope the weather is not to bad up there! cheers from barnyz

[@britainonabudget]

Haha. It really was as tasty as it looks. Hope you're having something good to eat yourself!

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

Oh that looked like a beautiful afternoon tea. I've never seen one like that ever before. Really special. SorryI had to leave your live earlier, I was shopping in Tesco haha. Have a good rest of the weekend 🙂🙂

[@britainonabudget]

Sorry I interrupted your shopping. Thanks for coming back and hope you enjoyed seeing this special tea! Hope you got some good stuff at Tesco!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

We are going there!!

[@britainonabudget]

You must. It’s amazing!

[@grettalemabouchou6779]

Oh to have this tea!!

[@britainonabudget]

I still think about it! 😆 I dream of returning to try it again, as the menu changes and it would be almost a whole new experience 😋

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Great video, Rachel!!

[@britainonabudget]

Thank you! 😘

[@ted1091]

This looks perfect.

[@britainonabudget]

It was perfect!!

[@ians3586]

Okay, could you perhaps be a little biased, as a librarian? In all seriousness, based on the visuals, I would have to agree with you. The venue was gorgeous, the variety and quality of the food looked amazing. Will definitely have to book there next time we're in Edinburgh. It's a place I hadn't heard of.

[@britainonabudget]

The bias is certainly strong in this one! 😆 But even if you moved the food and service to another venue, it would be an incredible tea. Definitely book one next time you’re in Edinburgh!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

That food was next level AMAZING!!! But did you just say smoked salmon TACO??!!

[@britainonabudget]

Indeed! Smoked salmon taco. I have to admit, I didn’t eat that as I don’t like fish. But I’m sure it was tasty for those who do.

[@ruthgoebel723]

I love smoked salmon and always enjoy when it shows up with the savories! Such delicious and attractive food!!!

[@wencireone]

Unlimited tea 😋

[@britainonabudget]

I know! I wanted to try the Assam too (should’ve asked for it between savory and sweet)

[@wencireone]

@@britainonabudget shall I await a 'tea tasting video' 🤔

[@britainonabudget]

@@wencireone Yes! I hope so. I've had some problems with my original plans to do this. So, here's a good opportunity to ask you: would you rather see me try different teas in a tea room or store bought teas that I prepare at home?

[@wencireone]

@@britainonabudget try teas in a tea room, as you may end up with lots of tea you don't really like

[@britainonabudget]

@@wencireone Good point 👍

[@wencireone]

Still upside down scones 😉😄

[@britainonabudget]

Incorrect. 😁

[@wencireone]

@@britainonabudget well the Queen has jam first, and if it's good enough for her

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@wencireone The queen has to be wrong about something…

[@wencireone]

@@MagentaOtterTravels true, but majority rules

[@britainonabudget]

I hate to contradict Her Maj, but she wrong 😆😆😆

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

This is enough food for a whole day! Did you get to take home leftovers??

[@britainonabudget]

I actually managed to eat it all! (Except the taco). I don’t think I had much for the rest of the day!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

The card catalogue😂

[@britainonabudget]

Classic

[@karenbartlett1307]

Num. I must go make an egg sandwich now, and have a cup of Earl Grey. (Although I think Earl Grey was a mean guy.)

[@britainonabudget]

Haha.

[@karenbartlett1307]

@@britainonabudget :) If I get the chance to go to Britain, I'll definitely try tea here.

[@britainonabudget]

@Karen Bartlett Definitely. I’ve had a couple more since then and this is still the star. I can’t imagine anyone will top this. Plus, Edinburgh is just a fantastic city. I hope you can get there!

[@karenbartlett1307]

@@britainonabudget As do I, thank you!

[@wencireone]

I'm guessing you stoled in an waddled out after all of that

[@britainonabudget]

I definitely felt that meal. Good thing Edinburgh is great for walking off a full stomach!