Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea
Special Viewing Opportunity: Lucie and Walter’s Love Letters
Thursday February 13, 2025 at 1:00pm
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Thursday February 13, 2025 at 1:00pm
Thursday February 13, 2025 at 1:00pm
Afternoon Tea was one of the English traditions Lucie Rosen, founder of Caramoor, enjoyed during her time living in England in the early 1910s. She kept up the practice of inviting friends and guests to tea for many years, using the time for conversation and for planning concerts and other social events.
Tea is served in the Music Room, a unique opportunity for you to relax with friends and family in a breathtaking historic setting, featuring a large portrait of Lucie herself. The service includes a variety of tea sandwiches, scones with créme fraiche and preserves, delicious desserts, and a selection of fragrant teas. Please scroll down to see the menus we offer!
Self-Guided Rosen House Tours (included with ticket) / Following the tea, you will also have a chance to visit select rooms of the Rosen House starting at 2:00pm, until 3:30pm. The rooms showcase fine examples of decorative arts from Europe and China including jade, porcelain, and textiles that the Rosens admired and collected.
Special Viewing Opportunity
This Valentine’s Day, visitors are invited to explore the romantic history of Lucie and Walter Rosen through their love letters, written between 1914 and 1950. Lucie and Walter married after a whirlwind courtship in the summer of 1914, as the First World War loomed. Discover this romantic story and learn how Walter’s deep admiration for his wife continued throughout their marriage, leading to the many portraits of her he commissioned and displayed in their two homes. Celebrate the lasting power of art and love with this special opportunity!
Docent-Guided Rosen House Tours (additional fees may apply) / Preceding the tea, docent-led tours are available by appointment only; they tend to fill up quickly, so be sure to book in advance by calling the Box Office at 914.232.1252. Advance Registration Required. Docent-led tours are free for Members and Children 18 & Under. Special Opportunity: Don’t forget to exit through the Rosen House following the tea to see Lucie and Walter’s love letters on display for Valentine’s Day!
Menu
Adult Menu
Upon Arrival
Cranberry-Orange Scone with Crème Fraiche and Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Curried Chicken Salad and Arugula on a Mini Brioche Bun
Roasted Tomato, Ricotta, and Avocado on Crostini Toast
Smoked Salmon, Chive Cream Cheese, and Capers on Rye Bread
Cucumber and Mint Cream Cheese on Black Bread
Roast Beef, Onion Jam, and Cheddar Cheese on White Bread
Teas
Ceylon Waltz Black Tea
Earl Grey Moonlight Sonata Black Tea
Raspberry-Pomegranate Iced Tea
Desserts
An Assortment of Seasonal Desserts
Children’s Menu (suitable for ages 4–12)
Upon Arrival
Cranberry-Orange Scone with Crème Fraiche and Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Roast Beef and Cheddar on Wheat
Ham and Swiss on Rye
Turkey and American Cheese on Rye
Mozzarella and Tomato on Mini Brioche Buns
Peanut Butter and Jelly on White Bread
Teas
Ceylon Waltz Black Tea
Earl Grey Moonlight Sonata Black Tea
Raspberry-Pomegranate Iced Tea
Desserts
An Assortment of Seasonal Desserts
Dietary Restrictions: With advance notice at the time of booking, we are able to accommodate the following dietary restrictions: vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free. Please let us know if you have any severe allergies and we will do our best to accommodate. Please note, all foods are prepared off-site therefore we cannot provide day-of requests.
Vegetarian Menu
Upon Arrival
Cranberry-Orange Scone with Crème Fraiche and Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Roasted Tomato, Avocado, and Ricotta on Crostini Toasts
Cucumber and Mint Cream Cheese on Black Bread
Fresh Mozzarella, Pesto, and Arugula on Whole Grain Bread
Hummus and Roasted Veggies on Rye Bread
Curried Vegetarian “Chicken” Salad and Arugula on Mini Brioche Bun
Teas
Ceylon Waltz Black Tea
Earl Grey Moonlight Sonata Black Tea
Raspberry-Pomegranate Iced Tea
Desserts
An Assortment of Seasonal Desserts
Vegan Menu
Upon Arrival
Vegan Scone with Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Cucumber and Mint Vegan Cream Cheese on Black Bread
Hummus and Roasted Veggies on Rye Bread
Avocado, Roasted Tomato, and “Ricotta” on Crostini Toast
Vegan “Chicken Salad” and Arugula on Whole Wheat Bread
Vegan Mozzarella, Tomato, and Arugula with Balsamic Vinaigrette on Crostini Toast
*uses nut-based cheese substitutes
Teas
Ceylon Waltz Black Tea
Earl Grey Moonlight Sonata Black Tea
Raspberry-Pomegranate Iced Tea
Desserts
Dark Chocolate Dipped Strawberry
An Assortment of Vegan Dessert Bites
Gluten-Free Menu
Upon Arrival
Gluten Free Scone with Crème Fraiche and Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Roasted Tomato, Avocado, and Ricotta on Gluten Free Bread
Cucumber and Mint Cream Cheese on Gluten Free Bread
Curried Chicken Salad and Arugula on Gluten Free Bread
Smoked Salmon, Chive Cream Cheese, and Capers on Gluten Free Bread
Roast Beef, Onion Jam, and Cheddar Cheese, on Gluten Free Bread
Teas
Ceylon Waltz Black Tea
Earl Grey Moonlight Sonata Black Tea
Raspberry-Pomegranate Iced Tea
Desserts
An Assortment of Gluten Free Desserts
Dairy-Free Menu
Upon Arrival
Dairy-Free Scone with Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Curried Chicken Salad and Arugula on Dairy Free Bread
Avocado, Roasted Tomato, and “Ricotta” on Crostini Toast
Smoked Salmon, Vegan Cream Cheese, Capers, Rye Bread
Cucumber and Mint Vegan Cream Cheese on Black Bread
Roast Beef, Onion Jam, Dairy Free Cheddar Cheese, Dairy Free White Bread
*Uses Nut-Based Cheeses
Teas
Ceylon Waltz Black Tea
Earl Grey Moonlight Sonata Black Tea
Raspberry-Pomegranate Iced Tea
Desserts
An Assortment of Dairy Free Dessert Bites