The Gwen Hotel has released its next series of Tipsy Tea Party themes. With tables available at noon and 2:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, you can experience this boozy twist on traditional high tea, complete with small bites, cocktails and a DJ spinning. Reserve through OpenTable for parties of 1-12 people. Cost is $70-$95 per person.
SEPTEMBER: “All That Jazz” – Tipsy Tea Party
The “Tipsy Tea Party” in September, which is all about the Chicago musical, will feature tea-infused cocktails and snacks such as:
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ITALIAN BEEF CROSTINI (Giardiniera salsa, parmesan, frisee)
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Fried chicken fillet with Harold’s sauce
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PUBLICAN MULTIGRAIN BREAD (smoked salmon, cream cheese, all kinds of bagel seasoning)
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Greek town of Spanakopita
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AMARETTI COOKIES
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Red Velvet Cake
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CHICAGO POPCORN
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BROWNIES WITH WALNUT CROCODILE
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Chocolate Fudge Cupcakes
OCTOBER: Deetz’s wonderfully tipsy tea party
The October Beetlejuice-themed tipsy tea party features tea-infused cocktails, DJ music, and treats from the Beetlejuice menu:
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DEVILISH EGG EYEBALLS
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SANDWORM-SPINACH-ARTICHOKE-BITE
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KRUNCHY PUMPKIN HEAD BITES (artichoke, cream cheese, parmesan, cheddar)
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LYDIA’S WITCH’S FINGERS (asparagus, asiago, puff pastry)
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COCONUT BASE “SPIRITS OF THE DECEASED”
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Carrot Cake Mummies
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CANDY CORN MINI LEMON CUPCAKES
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GRAVEYARD MAITLAND DIRT CUP (candy worms, Oreo, chocolate fudge pudding)
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CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE EYE-CATCHER
NOVEMBER – “Thanks for being a friend” – Tipsy Tea Party
Indulge in music, tea cocktails, tower treats and live DJ beats. The Gold Girls themed menu features:
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SOPHIA’S ITALIAN SAUSAGE CALZONE
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ROSE’S CHEESE PUFFS (Cheddar, Gruyère)
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DOROTHY’S CHICKEN MASCARPONE RAVIOLI
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BLANCHE’S PRAWN COCKTAIL (spicy remoulade)
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NEW YORK CHEESECAKE (assorted)
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PIÑA COLADA CUPCAKE (Pineapple cake with coconut glaze)
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MIAMI KEY LIME CUSTARD CANDIDS
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SOPHIA’S CANNOLI (with chocolate chips)
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Blanche’s Southern Pecan Pie
DECEMBER – Martha May’s merry, tipsy tea party
Join the Whoville festivities throughout December and enjoy a Grinch-themed Tipsy Tea. Enjoy tea-infused cocktails, treats, and DJ music.
