If you’re anything like us, your heart aches for a jump across the pond. And though a late-night bout with HobNobs or an online order from TopShop can hold you over temporarily, what you really want is a stroll down London’s Oxford Street.

The Wall Street Journal recently reported that the British pound is dropping, but that doesn’t mean your American dollars can flex their muscles in Great Britain. Yet. So, in the meantime, we thought we would tell you about our favorite new tea spot, Elizabeth’s Bakery and Tea Shop, right here in the SLC.

Elizabeth’s opened a couple months ago, and was brought by the same folks who run the London Market next door. It’s the perfect place to visit whether you’re in need of a good flapjack, or a good afternoon with the girls. At Elizabeth’s, we tried scones, pastys, soup, tea, chocolate, and even Devonshire cream (sparingly). And though some things definitely suited our American tastebuds better than others, all were fun to sample simply because of their authenticity.

If you head to Elizabeth’s, we recommend the cheese soup—as long as you’re a cheese fan, to complement your afternoon tea which comes with two fresh scones served with strawberry jam and butter. Elizabeth’s serves up delicious Twinings teas. Ours were rich with honey and berry flavors, and came in the cutest English teapots.

Splurge on a plane ticket or head to 700 East as a hold-you-over. You decide. But when you’re at Elizabeth’s, you really feel like you’re there.

{See For Yourself}

Elizabeth’s English Bakery & Tea Shop
575 S. 700 East, Salt Lake City
(801) 433-1170

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