416039 Thu Jun 28 09:51:32 -0700 2007 2 57 Western Canada 0 2702957 We're spending a few days in Victoria in mid-July. My Mom will be traveling to Canada for the first time and I want her to experience a wonderful afternoon tea. What would you recommend for a great experience, including yummy food? Thanks. Thu Jun 28 09:51:32 -0700 2007 17268 Chapala 1 2705085 Hi Chapala: The Empress is overpriced, overhyped, and touristy, but it is an exceptional setting for a high tea and is what many people come to Victoria to experience. For an off-the-beaten track yet more authentic English tea service experience, try the White Heather Tea Room on Oak Bay Avenue in Oak Bay. I don't know a lot about tea (despite having lived my whole life in Victoria), but folks in the know tell me that White Heather does it right. Here is a link to some locals' reviews of the White Heather... http://www.dinehere.ca/restaurant.asp?r=1245 Thu Jun 28 19:39:42 -0700 2007 2702957 99971 anewton 1 2705262 There is some discussion of tea in Victoria in this thread: http://www.chowhound.com/topics/413191 Enjoy your trip to Victoria; it's a beautiful city. Thu Jun 28 20:55:35 -0700 2007 2702957 88113 victoriafoodie