During last year’s summer vacation and research trip, we visited The Brass Pineapple Inn in Charleston, West Virginia. Situated in the serene historic district of Charleston, this charming and luxurious inn, constructed in 1910 by real estate developer E.C. Bauer and his wife, boasts architectural features reminiscent of Europe and is listed on the National Historical Register. Guests at the inn can enjoy Afternoon Tea with a beautiful selection of savory hors d’oeuvres and sweets. The Innkeeper, Lisa, prepared a special meal for Paul and me, tailored to our quest for new offerings at Pinecone Cottage and also caters to vegan and gluten free preferences as part of its menu. It was truly a wonderful, calm, and peaceful afternoon filled with conversation about tea, travel, and food. Enjoy this menu inspired by that lovely afternoon!
Chef Pam

Afternoon Tea Served by Reservation Only
Age Requirement 13 yrs +
Three Course Prix Fixe Afternoon Tea | 57
Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegetarian or Vegan Options | 62
Price Includes 20% Gratuity
BYOB Wine or Beer | 10 per bottle

Recommended Teas
Loose Tea – Lavender-Lime-Mint
Iced Tea – Pear-Lemon-Rosemary | 5
Teatail – Pear Cobbler | 7
Cinnamon Pear Loose Tea Infused with Ginger and Pineapple Sage Topped with Ginger Ale

Beginnings
Three Bean “Good Luck” Garden Salad Served with Cranberry-Orange Pecan Tea Bread

Savories and PineScones
Herb Garden Chicken Salad Tea Sandwich
Leek Tartlet with Fresh Tomato Sauce
Zuchetta, Red Pepper and Sundried Tomato Tea Sandwich
Grilled Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato and Pimento Cheese Tea Sandwich
Cinnamon-Plum PineScone Served with Blackberry Preserves and Vanilla Devon Crème

Sweet Endings
Chocolate-Lavender Ganache Cupcake
Blackberry-Apple Crumb Pie
White Chocolate Dipped Lemon Verbena Shortbread

Pinecone Cottage Weekend Afternoon Tea and Teatorial Policy
Pinecone Cottage is now taking reservations for Weekend Afternoon Tea and Teatorials on our website. Using the reservations tab, make a date and time selection, and conveniently purchase your tickets through your PayPal account or as a PayPal guest. For Weekday Afternoon Tea reservations, please call 630.963.9130.

Be sure to register and pay for Teatorials one week in advance to help ensure it will be held as scheduled. Your registration is a commitment to attend, and fees are non-refundable. A minimum of four guests is required (not four in your party) in order to offer Teatorials and cancellations must be made at least five days prior to receiving credit for a future event, no exceptions. If you are unable to meet the cancellation deadline, you are welcome to send someone in your place. If Pinecone Cottage cancels the Teatorial, you will receive a full refund.