The Chicago Afternoon Tea Society
Past Tea Times
It started with three strangers at a tea table. Now look at us. The Chicago Afternoon Tea Society has grown into a community of people who believe that gathering matters, that beautiful experiences are for everyone, and that some of the best conversations happen over a perfectly steeped cup. This gallery is our story — told one beautiful moment at a time.
We enjoyed a a relaxed Afternoon Tea at Maison Marcel on December 13, 2025 with a group tea exchange.
Our Steepers indulged in Holiday Afternoon Tea at The Peninsula Chicago on December 26, 2025, an annual tradition for many guests. The 20-foot Christmas tree and lavish holiday décor enhanced this special experience in The Lobby.
Steepers linked up for a cozy Hong Kong–style afternoon tea experience for just $10 on January 19, 2026.
The ladies gathered at the historic Warwick Allerton to enjoy a full afternoon tea service featuring the Warwick Tea Collection, handcrafted tea sandwiches, warm scones, and sweet pastries in the heart of The Gold Coast on February 1, 2026.
Society members enjoyed a traditional English / Victorian-Style Tea Service
at Gerri's Tea Room in Longwood on February, 28, 2026.
Boozy Tea at Casa Chi by Chef Richard Sandoval
Sunday Funday tea where Nikkei fusion meets Sunday vibes — bold Latin and Asian flavors, shared plates, signature cocktail teapots on March 15, 2026
Afternoon Tea at The Allis
The Allis is that gorgeous West Loop space you've seen on everyone's grid but maybe haven't had a reason to get into. The afternoon included full tier trays, a beautiful spread of Rishi teas and a Sparkling upgrade on April 11, 2026
Run for the Roses: A Derby Day High Tea
Put on your best Derby hat and join the Chicago Afternoon Tea Society for a Derby Day afternoon where tea meets the track on May 2, 2026.
Inside Bronzeville's only Black woman-owned flower shop, we hosted a intimate Juneteenth tea celebration rooted in culture, flavor, and intentional community on June 13, 2026.
Relive Blooms, Botanicals & Bourbon — the Chicago Afternoon Tea Society's garden tea at KOVAL Distillery on Saturday, July 11th. Photos, moments, and the story of the day.
