How We Got Here

Our Story

My love of baking led me here! Both Nana and Grandma introduced me to this beloved pastime when I was very young. Even now, the aroma of freshly baked scones takes me back to Nana’s kitchen, from where they would appear alongside delicious cucumber sandwiches and a steaming pot of Earl Grey tea, as if by magic.

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Growing up in Lancashire allowed me to refine my baking skills. There are cafes and tea shops around every corner, each offering tempting baked goods to delight the senses. I was constantly inspired to go scurrying back to the kitchen to knead dough and press out pastry.

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After marrying a handsome American in 2012 and moving to Austin, Texas, I stumbled upon the perfect spot for an English-inspired tearoom. Thus, Austin English Tea Company was born. Years later, I am over the moon to still be bringing out pots of perfectly brewed tea, scones to smother with jam and clotted cream, and rich, decadent sweets to your table.

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We are so fortunate that afternoon tea is not just about the food and drink, but about the entire experience to be reveled in. How could you not feel fancy with a teacup betwixt thumb and forefinger, a crisp tablecloth laden with treats, and a teapot full of hot tea to flow alongside your conversation?

We cannot wait to welcome you and your party to our tearoom!

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To learn more about how to enjoy afternoon tea, visit our info page on teatime etiquette.