by : Andrew Elite Titles, Tourism

The Aristocratic Origins of Afternoon Tea

It’s difficult to imagine a more elegant, quintessentially English custom than taking afternoon tea. This well-loved meal, which typically consists of finger sandwiches, scones, cakes or sweet pastries and tea, has famously been served in fine houses and hotels for over 150 years (using the best china and silverware, naturally). But did you know that afternoon tea owes its existence to an aristocratic lady who felt peckish before dinnertime?

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by : Andrew Elite Titles

Exploring The Ritz – London’s Other Palace

A stone’s throw from Buckingham Palace, the Queen’s official London residence, sits another breathtaking building where any monarch would surely feel at home. Historic and grand, The Ritz is a legendary hotel that dominates fashionable Piccadilly and overlooks Green Park, one of the city’s royal parks. Designed to reflect the opulence of the 18th-century French court, it never fails to impress. You could say The Ritz is a palace in all but name.

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by : Andrew Elite Titles, Titles

Celebrating Dame Vera Lynn, the Legendary British Singer

In early July, an unforgettable event took place at the White Cliffs of Dover, one of Britain’s most iconic landmarks. A portrait of Dame Vera Lynn, the well-loved, World War Two singer, and the lyrics to her most famous song, ‘We’ll Meet Again’, were projected onto the 350 ft. chalk cliff face to celebrate her life and mark the sad occasion of her funeral.

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