How a 5-Star London Hotel Prepares the Most Iconic Afternoon Tea Service — Clocking In

Claridge’s Hotel in Mayfair, London, serves one of the most elite afternoon tea services in the world. Sundays remain the busiest day for executive pastry chef Thibault Hauchard, who took over the entire pastry program.

Credits:
Producer: Pelin Keskin
Directors: Pelin Keskin, Murilo Ferreira
Camera: Murilo Ferreira, Carla Francescutti
Editor: Lucy Morales Carlisle

Executive Producer: Stephen Pelletteri
Development Producer: Ian Stroud
Supervising Producer: Stefania Orrù
Audience Development: Terri Ciccone, Frances Dumlao, Avery Dalal
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[Deathwish]

no shouting and swearing. just pure respect to everyone in his kitchen. this is how a head chef should behave with his team. very refreshing.

[earthjennyl]

"If you think something is easy, you have to be careful." A true artist speaks this from experience! Humility brings perfection. I love this guy❣️

[marloco]

i've worked as a waiter there and honestly, the sheer focus on a system and structure to get everything out at the exact same moment is amazing

[secretspy]

His little smile when he says "I love piping" twice.

It is one of the most satisfying steps in pastry, a meditation of flow.

[huntakilla]

The irony of a bunch of French dudes making some of the most iconic British food. 😄
Well done, guys. It looks exquisite. 👍

[enelrahcreivaj]

I can therefore conclude that I want a proper afternoon tea experience at least once in my life.

[EmilyJelassi]

He’s absolutely correct.. pastry might look simple, but it has so many different steps, and each one has to be perfect or you might as well start over. You can tell how well the team works together by how calm everyone is. That service looks absolutely delicious!

[graemecatty]

James Martin, who trained as a pastry chef, commented that you can overcook the Sunday roast and it'll still taste perfectly okay, but getting pastry correct is another thing altogether.

[laurawilliams]

I had afternoon tea at Claridges years ago and it has ruined afternoon tea for me. No where else compares and the decor and service is amazing!

[abigailjohnson]

I had afternoon tea at Claridges. I can happily confirm it is bliss. Everything just looks incredible, perfection in miniature. Absolutely delicious.

[impishishere]

I love seeing how much work and effort goes into something that looks so simple

[trisharath]

'It is a very challenging job, of course' and 'I plan to do it for the rest of my life, of course' - The commitment and passion

[Amadeus_]

I'm a professional writer and illustrator, and in my humble opinion, chefs and architects are the highest of artists. The rest of us have to master one or two skills, meanwhile chefs and architects have to know science, math, design, sculpture, composition, and they have to create their art under immense pressure. I have the utmost respect for their professions.

[MrKelaher]

A fine memory for me - long exhausting flight from Australia to London, shower and dress up, high tea at Claridge’s Hotel. Awesome.

[rwyatt]

"If you think something is easy, you need to be careful." good quote

[pinstripeowl]

Watching sandwiches being made with bread cut lengthwise was incredible

[Alex-nghc]

This is one of those rare cases where quantity and quality are both essential. These sweat treats and sandwiches look so exquisite and so skillfully crafted. They're another reason to love afternoon tea

[taravaotahiti]

I salute Chef Hauchard. Lots of difficult work done with class and confidence. Bravo Chef.

[HH-mriq]

The look on his face when he tries his food is so fun. He really appreciates what he's eating and you can tell. What a cutie!

[panaceiasuberes]

Love to see people at the top of their game... so quiet and serene.