16 Jun 2009
Take �Tea On The Piazza� As Covent Garden Launches Its First Ever Vintage Tea Party

Covent Garden London

In a complete first, Thursday 25th June sees Covent Garden launch a vintage themed �Tea Party on the Piazza� from 5-7pm. Whisking visitors back to the glitz and glamour of the 1920�s, the Piazza will be overflowing with freshly brewed tea and cream-covered cakes. Revellers will be able to enjoy tea and cakes for only �5 and Prosecco cocktails and cakes for �8. This retro celebration of the English traditional tea party will take place in Covent Garden on one day only as part of The Covent Garden Real Food Market. Held on the East Piazza, within a white picket fence, the party will be complete with classic crockery, �20�s themed music and even a gypsy tea-reader to read visitor�s futures. Tea party goers will also be able to delve deep into the dress-up trunks provided by Vintage Patisserie and have fun with fascinators, parasols and other retro regalia and fancy dress delights. The icing on the cake will take the form of a traditional Tea Dance, where people can take a turn on the Piazza. Tea ladies, in full 1920�s attire, will lead the crowd in the Lindy Hop or the Waltz to complete visitors� retro afternoon. Date:Thursday 25thJune Time:17:00�19:00&the vintage tea dance will take place 18:30�19:00 Cost:�5 for tea and cakes, or�8 for Prosecco cocktails and cakes. Tickets:Ticketswill be allocated on a first come, first served basis on arrival and willbe on sale from 4pm on Thursday 25thJune

Please visit the website for more details: www.coventgardenlondonuk.com or call 020 3047 2555 -Ends- The Covent Garden Real Food Market Times: Every Thursday until the end of September � 12:00pm � 8:00pm** **Times may vary, please check the website for updates nearer to your visit CONTACT: Georgina Edwards Nik Thakkar 020 3047 4057 020 3047 4087 077455 38 533 07747896 869 georgina_edwards@jcpr.com nik_thakkar@jcpr.com Food Market Details: *There are over 32 stalls. Traders include: SJ Frederick & Sons, Mon�s Cheese, Neal�s Yard Dairy, Ham & Cheese Company, Flourstation, Sugar Grain, Crumbs & Doilies, L Booth, The Spore Boys, Arabica Food & Spice Company, Gujarati Rasoi, Shell Seekers, Alba Ice-cream and Pie Minister About Covent Garden London: Synonymous with performance, entertainment and art, Covent Garden offers visitors a unique retail experience, set against a backdrop of world class culture and entertainment and has become a renowned shopping and cultural destination, attracting over 43 million visitors per year. As the only pedestrianised shopping location in the heart of the West End, Covent Garden plays host to an ongoing programme of self created and imported events, playing host to an exciting mix of artists and performers. With events like the Covent Garden Real Food Market, the only market in Central London offering quality produce that visitors can buy to eat at the market or take home, and Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden, the emerging talent fashion show spearheaded by Colin MacDowell, which is taking place in Covent Garden, Covent Garden continues to attract an influx of Londoners and tourists alike. From independent stores to high street retailers, Covent Garden houses some of the most exiting shops in the West End. With quality brands such as Paul Smith, Nicole Farhi and Original Penguin�s only UK store, to bespoke jewellery boutiques such as Kabiri and Carat and a wide selection of restaurants and cafes, including Chez Gerard, Candy Cakes and Cr�me de la Crepe. For more information on Covent Garden London and events and experiences, visit www.coventgardenlondonuk.com or call 020 3047 2555 for more details. About Vintage Patisserie The Vintage Patisserie is a newly launched company that create bespoke Tea Parties. They specialize in the revival of retro and vintage themed events and activities, giving people the chance to be immersed in a bit of nostalgic escapism and enjoy a unique experience http://www.vintagepatisserie.co.uk/ Jackie Cooper Public Relations Ltd a company registered in England with company number 1983028 and its registered office at Southside, 105 Victoria Street, London SW1E 6QT,United Kingdom