The Gingerbread Tea incorporates all of the trimmings of the traditional high-teas at the house--the fine china tea cups and teapots, the unique and interesting sandwiches, savories, sweet breads, cookies, candies, and three flavors of tea, mostly from the Harney and Sons, collection. And there's more: The Gingerbread tea launches the Arcola holiday season and is part of the Annual Gingerbread House Fair. You'll recall memories of your past and the magical moments connected to the gingerbread experience.


While we have built a gingerbread village, guests are invited to bring one of their own creations of less-than-18" x 18" for display in the "town."

You must make a reservation for the Gingerbread Tea. Call 217.268.4876. Seating is limited. But the gingerbread house fair is open to public viewing.

The schedule for the annual gingerbread magic village tea: 1:00 PM on
  • November 5
  • November 6 --Fully Booked
  • .
  • December 3
  • December 4
  • December 8 --Fully Booked
  • December 10
  • December 11

This tea will feature several aspects of the Gingerbread Man experience, while carrying forward the tradition of elegant, high-tea experiences that always make great stories and memories for our guests.

For reservations: Call 217.268.4876