High Tea
The name itself magically transfers you to a place of posh ladies and gentlemen dressed to the nines sipping from cups with their pinkies out.
Here at The Store @ Tai Tapu we have taken the very best from the past and added some new fresh ideas to develop a delicious, sophisticated High Tea experience.
Our choice of tea is T Leaf T, blended here in New Zealand and is Fair Trade accredited. Our coffee is Avant Garde Blend from Underground Coffee Co, which is also Fair Trade.
We have a range of organic juices and fabulous wines should you choose to complement your High Tea.
Please note these treats are made to order therefore, we require 48 hours notice for these bookings and a 50% deposit for groups of 10 or more.
If, for any reason, you need to cancel your high tea booking, please provide a minimum of 24 hours' notice; otherwise, cancellation fees will apply. The number of guests you confirm for 24 hours prior to the booking, is the final number we need to charge for on the day, as our chef caters specially for high tea groups.
Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of your booking and we can ensure that you are looked after.
'High tea @The Store is a memorable experience for a special occasion! We gathered as a family to celebrate a birthday and thoroughly enjoyed the extensive variety of savoury and sweet treats presented on tiered plates. The younger ones in our family were wowed by all that they had served up for the children's high tea. The presentation, service, atmosphere and the food was outstanding and very thoughtful.' - Jacqui - June 2025
'My friends and I love coming to The Store at Tai Tapu food and coffee are always just right. The High Tea is the BEST IN CANTERBURY!!! All handmade on site. I highly recommend a trip to The Store for great food, friendly staff, warm atmosphere and gifts to buy as well! xoxoxo' - Denyse - May 2025
'We had a fabulous high tea today the food was beautifully made and delicious . I sample a lot of high teas in Chch and this is one of the best . Staff were so warm and friendly we had a very enjoyable afternoon and did I mention the gorgeous gift shop !' - Fiona - January 2025