Fatema Zara
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I visited Biscuiteers Notting Hill for the Afternoon Tea & DIY Icing Experience for Two, which I received as a gift (usually £68 per person via Biscuiteers or £143.50 for 2 on Virgin Experience Days before discount codes).
The interior is beautifully decorated; monochrome in the classic Biscuiteers logo and very Instagrammable. However, the afternoon tea area itself felt a little small and cramped. It would’ve been nice to have a bit more space to relax and enjoy the full experience. But it was a nice little table for the icing experience!
The icing experience was genuinely lovely. We got to choose from various biscuit themes, the London Collection, Mother’s Day, and Floral Collection, and decorate them using piping bags and a guide. A special shoutout to Saima, who was so kind and attentive. She showed us different techniques, offered help whenever needed, and made the whole experience feel warm and welcoming. They also had vegan biscuits and vegan icing available, which was perfect for my friend who is vegan.
The afternoon tea, however, was a mixed bag. The savoury options were great, I requested no ham, and the team swapped it for extra salmon. The cream cheese and cucumber was classic and delicious. The scones were good, but the standout was the strawberry jam, which was unreal. The patisserie selection was also tasty, beautifully presented and full of flavour. However, we were disappointed by the lack of vegan alternatives. We were informed via email that there were no vegan scones or patisserie,
and instead of offering a substitute, I had to request a vegan alternative myself via email which should really be handled proactively by the team.. We were given only two Little Miss Hug biscuits as substitutes. In 2025, that feels like a real missed opportunity.
Overall, it was a fun, therapeutic, and very memorable experience, especially the icing part. I’d recommend it as a gift or special treat, but with the caveat that the vegan offering still needs work. A little more space and a more inclusive menu would make this a perfect day out.