What makes afternoon tea a true culinary ritual?

In this episode of Beyond the Burner, I’m joined by Executive Pastry Chef Matthew Lambie, whose career spans Spain, England, Harrods, and The Plaza Hotel. Now at Majorelle at The Lowell Hotel, Chef Lambie brings decades of experience to one of New York City’s most refined afternoon tea services.

We talk sequence, technique, scones, tradition, and the details that elevate afternoon tea from beautiful to unforgettable. Recorded during Majorelle’s Lily of the Valley Tea in collaboration with Maison Dior, this conversation explores craftsmanship, hospitality, and the art behind a great tea service.