Afternoon Tea In An Edwardian Country House With Nicolas

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3 жыл бұрын

For today's episode I am at Greywalls - an Edwardian Country House Hotel in Scotland, for Afternoon Tea. Join me for a tour of the house and garden, followed by Afternoon Tea. At the end of the video I share how to make a delicious lemon & poppyseed cake.
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@maryann7619 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! I hope you read this. Your channel is helping me turn my chaos into order; physically, mentally, and spiritually. Seeing your calm and peaceful home and hearing your gentle voice reminds me to keep strong and move forward a bit each day. Sometimes each hour. Best, MaryAnn

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad to hear that! X

@mesatrees8841 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree! How does he do that? LOL!

@sparklemotion8377 3 жыл бұрын

@@mesatrees8841 By not being bombastic like most youtubers. Even if they're not loud their BACKGROUND music is.

@bethlehemtilahun5724 3 жыл бұрын

Nicolas inspires me too and I am super grateful🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜👼 wishing you all the beautiful things Mari Ann

@carolcox684 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t say it enough-a star is born.

@carolcox684 3 жыл бұрын

@@Marcel_Audubon this is not sarcasm-

@sanafyny176 3 жыл бұрын

I'm from Cambodia, which is located in Asia. I really enjoy the virtual tour along with you. Super amazing! Love u, Nicolas 🥰🥰 hope one day i would be there and might invite u as my tour guide. 😃

@stephenknob7540 3 жыл бұрын

You had me with "the fire is always lit" Wish I was sitting in that living room. Beautiful vlog. Thank you!

@katiekaa4563 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nicolas for this beautiful afternoon tea in Scotland. Watching the video helps me to forget the world‘s turmoils for a while.

@d.l.3149 3 жыл бұрын

The teacup and saucer served at tea I believe is Villeroy & Boch's Petite Fleur. I have a set for 8, plus teapot, cream and sugar set, and serving bowls. I bought the pattern probably 40 years ago. Still love it.

@wendyweeks9624 3 жыл бұрын

I am so happy I've found your channel Nicolas! You're like a breath of fresh air - love your videos so very much. I also appreciate the amount of work you must put into them. Thank you and greetings from Australia

@vanessakeizer9328 3 жыл бұрын

Agree!!!

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Wendy x

@jaclynjaye9416 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been Keto for over two years and yet I still watch all your cooking videos . You’re lovely and your voice is like a lullaby. Hope you have an amazing weekend. Happy Mother’s Day to all who mother someone lovingly.

@joannathesinger770 3 жыл бұрын

I'm mostly keto, but subbing almond flour and erythratol (sp), I think we could make a fairly acceptable replacement.

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

I’m mostly keto now too x

@adventurenana 3 жыл бұрын

I love this entire place. Please bring us back each season.

@Mark723 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent idea, if our Nicolas is up to it. It would be marvelous to see this beautiful estate in both of Scotland's seasons: Winter and July - kidding, always kidding. Scotland offers a stark beauty every month of the year. Thank you, Nicolas.

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

For sure x

@elaineholthaus2298 3 жыл бұрын

I say this often: How can something be so uplifting, and soothing at the same time?

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So happy to hear you feel this way!

@anaz8749 3 жыл бұрын

It would be an honor and such an amazing experience to be able to have tea with Nicolas I’m going to write that on my Bucket list ! 😉 What a beautiful place, one’s more you did it ! Amazing video 😍😍 Thank you so much for sharing that with us Nicolas your one of a kind Love from 🇨🇦

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So kind! Thank you!

@doro8856 3 жыл бұрын

Oh Nicolas, your life in Scotland is so idyllic, I'm thoroughly envious. Enjoyed having tea with you, but boy, I'd love to be there in person to live as you do.

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

Not every day is full of tea and gardens! But I am happy here. Thanks for your support x

@audsmithl 3 жыл бұрын

I just finished my cup of tea when I realized this video was posted. If I had known sooner, I would have waited and had my tea with you! :)

@bearpawz_ 3 жыл бұрын

Awww, Audrey, that is so sweet! ☕

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

How sweet! Next time!

@cindybogart6062 24 күн бұрын

I wish I had such lovely places to have tea or lunch where I live. It would be most enjoyable. I love this place.

@lindarader8108 3 жыл бұрын

Dear, dear Nicholas, yes, Grey Walls would be heaven. Absolutely stunning. And to share tea with you in that sublime pavilion was the icing on the cake! Speaking of your cake..YUM. Adore your decor and tea videos in the gorgeous countryside. Blessings

@richardgreiner9264 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much ! I appreciate you and this channel!

@dreamerfishb 3 жыл бұрын

I just love the music in these videos - so relaxing

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lanegoodspeed5103 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nicolas! What a delightful video. So glad you took us to visit that hotel and have tea. Wish we did this more in the US.And I think the cake turned out lovely. I haven't had lemon poppy seed cake in a long time.Until the next one!

@jonl3696 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely tea time and recipe! I would use candied lemons as an edible garnish. Thanks for the nice vlog.

@carole8142 3 жыл бұрын

Dear Nicolas. I wish to say Thankyou for the tour and for the afternoon tea. I also enjoyed the cooking session and thanks for using glass, instead of plastic in your cooking. Sending you appreciation from New Zealand and remember to look after yourself. Also thanks so much for your amazing monthly newsletter. When your monthly newsletter arrives to my inbox I feel so much joy and happiness. Thanks for been you. Do not let your subscribers ask you for more. xx

@thetoysofchildhood 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning! Such a relaxing video. What a lovely Mother's Day gift this would be.. a day here, with high tea.🥰

@bellagemanails 3 жыл бұрын

If a KZfaq channel was a fairytale. You’re beautiful! Your channel is beautiful!

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

Aww Thank you!

@debrasalter3338 3 жыл бұрын

I love watching your videos. You have such a calm, peaceful and positive energy. Not to mention, all the recipes I've gotten. Very classy....you and your channel.

@debrasalter3338 3 жыл бұрын

@@mcdanielwright4244 Jacksonville Florida

@aprilninthr2886 3 жыл бұрын

I get lost in your videos, Nicholas. They are so relaxing and beautiful and have proved you to be a man after my own heart.

@vojaro5669 3 жыл бұрын

A beautiful tea in an absolutely serene location. Thank you Mr. Fairford.

@jackieedwards7672 3 жыл бұрын

Just popping in from Australia. I do so appreciate your calmness, elegance and style, particularly in the world today we could certainly do with more people like Nicolas Fairford. Thank you so much for all the effort you put into your videos.

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much - that is really sweet!

@ericaj.m.1780 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree 👍

@mesatrees8841 3 жыл бұрын

You have the flawless gift of shifting our energies see beauty, simplicity and dreamy inspirations on these mini-vacations you take the viewers on. Your vision is very unique on KZfaq. Thank you!

@mstexasg6243 3 жыл бұрын

Who knew baking cake could be so romantic. Love your channel. And your fluffy fur baby.

@hurst-cs2jh 3 жыл бұрын

Hello 👋👋🤩🤩

@leonardhindsley7197 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Nicolas! I'm in hospital in SC. The tour, tea and you brightened my day. Thank you.

@sherrysvoboda8193 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Friday Nicolas. Another teatime treat with a visit to a gorgeous home in the Scotland Countryside. I am memzmerized by the beautiful English decor. Elegant but still warm and cozy. I enjoy every video and can't wait for more.

@Talismanigamer36 3 жыл бұрын

More and more..... videos but it will never end our excitement and love ❤️ for Nicolas .😍

@colleenm9188 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another lovely house and garden tour, tea, and a cake recipe and baking lesson! This makes for a lovely beginning of the weekend for me!💜🙏🏻

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that!

@lineardevelopments9206 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you dear Nicolas for a relaxing and beautiful insight to Greywalls. The cake you’ve made looks delicious! Have a lovely weekend x

@lineardevelopments9206 3 жыл бұрын

@@mcdanielwright4244 Thank you. My husband who is Scottish and I live in England

@JayBird227 3 жыл бұрын

This is literally the art of peace and calmness 🖼 🫖✨💕 so serene 🕊🦆

@cathygriffiths7363 3 жыл бұрын

Greywalls is a stunning 🤩 and elegant Scottish Edwardian Country house gem 💎 with a lot to offer. The wonderful golf course would certainly entice my husband! & we would both be happy 😊

@anasofialulo7808 3 жыл бұрын

Clásico, ELEGANTE...y sobrio, perfeccto y HERMOSO.

@maureenhunter11 3 жыл бұрын

Dear Nicolas, brilliant filming and beautiful music, its hard to describe perfection and such a reprieve from the chaos of the world.You are a real gem... and thankyou x

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you enjoy the videos! x

@lavenderflowersfall280 Жыл бұрын

Hi Mo.

@lodgehousestudio6219 3 жыл бұрын

How different life would be if we all lived on this frequency...

@susanbrown2909 3 жыл бұрын

Yes it would..

@melissac5395 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed 🌹

@diannerippon7349 Жыл бұрын

If you want it so badly Make it happen ❤

@dillahcurl9308 3 жыл бұрын

You make me Smile! Thank You

@yurinhaschmidt3082 3 жыл бұрын

Hi dear Nicholas, could you kindly start listing the music you always play with a time span? Maybe a link to iTunes and then you can get paid for referral? or something of that nature. You really have incredible taste when it comes to music as well. Thank you sooo much for the work you do! 🌺 Truly inspiring! ☺️

@madeleinemaxwell6577 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Nicolas, thank you for stunningly beautiful videos week after week. It would be wonderful if you had your own television show.

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

All of my music is royalty-free music from epidemicsound.com - you pay a monthly subscription and can use any of the tracks without infringing copyright. Thanks for your kind words x

@zoe7359 3 жыл бұрын

A dream! Thank you so much!

@garvestershinholster8318 6 ай бұрын

thank you for showing me how to enjoy life without a lot of stress , sincerely yours sir Gar, Alexander Dexter ,Shinholster 😊

@dreamscape185 3 жыл бұрын

I feel so much peace and tranquillity watching all your videos.

@doratiscareno5856 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks...💕Nicolas 4 Taking Us Along With You... So Beautiful 🍃 San Dimas California🦋.. Still With You🤲🙏

@sillybeeful 3 жыл бұрын

An exquisite film Nicholas.... you enrich my life. Thank you 🙏🏼

@veronicaalmeda8014 3 жыл бұрын

His voice is so soothing and lovely, I'm literally listening to this while walking in the street lol I just get transported, beautiful. Thanks for these videos and your effort.

@silmaramarsili6920 3 жыл бұрын

Peace and a sense of calmness.....that’s how I feel when I watch your videos.....thanks for sharing this gorgeous place and recipe 😋 with us ❤️😘

@derekogilvie6942 3 жыл бұрын

This channel is becoming my favourite place to visit. With Nicolas by your side life just lights up around you. Charming. Simply charming.

@kristenevans4557 3 жыл бұрын

Candied lemon peel would have been a better edible topping for your cake and they’re so easy to make. Lovely video.

@kristenevans4557 3 жыл бұрын

@@mcdanielwright4244 LoL, Florida. ☺️

@kristenevans4557 3 жыл бұрын

@@mcdanielwright4244 I’ve lived here most of my life. Today was gorgeous. I’m afraid it’s the last gorgeous day for months as it will just get hotter and more muggy, even in my NE town. I know California has great weather as I visited on vacation about 10 years ago. I was amazed at how much easier it was to breathe. Often it feels like trying to breathe under water here.

@kristenevans4557 3 жыл бұрын

@@mcdanielwright4244 Just a homemaker and amateur baker.

@kristenevans4557 3 жыл бұрын

@@mcdanielwright4244 I love meeting new people. Take care.

@vivianstafford8970 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely lovely! Your photographers cutaways are brilliant!

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it!

@rositarumble4880 3 жыл бұрын

Nicolas what an amazing person you are; gifted in beauty, elegance and gentleness. I am so delighted to have found your chanel. Every time I meet with you, I add a piece of your Scottish world to mine. I also love antiques, china, cooking, baking and gardening. My garden is full of rose scented geraniums, lily of the valley( pink and white), jasmins, French and English roses and other beauties that I tenderly care for them.

@c.h.2056 3 жыл бұрын

Another wonderful video. And that lemon cake looks so delicious! Thank you, Nicolas, for showing us that life can be lived with beauty and grace.

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this comment!

@garvestershinholster8318 6 ай бұрын

also a fan of Downton Abbey , and I'm a fan of all the actors especially Lady Edith , lady Rose ,, and Lady Mary yes you can't forget Carson not to get off track I really do enjoy your show I'm learning so much about myself

@OliviaPalmSprings 3 жыл бұрын

Another great tea time ... so joyful and relaxing. Thank you Nicolas ❤

@allen8iluminada 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Nicolas. It was a delight to watch this video. I love your table manners. My husband and I are TEA LOVERS and... maybe if one day you come to visit Georgia, USA, ... we would love to invite you to have tea with us. :) (It's a lovely thought...)

@aliceadler4569 3 жыл бұрын

My Lemon Poppyseed Pound Cake has an Orange-Almond Poppyseed Glaze on it that made it my husband’s absolute favorite dessert.

@melissak8892 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not a big fan of sweets but that sounds amazing

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds delicious

@therealJamieJoy 3 жыл бұрын

Dear Alice, if you'd like to share your recipe, I'd love to know it. Thank you so much!

@feliciapillow5860 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. Alice I second that. I would love it if you would share that recipe. Sounds scrumptious 😋

@edieohoxoxo932 3 жыл бұрын

This was so lovely...you're going places, my dear. Thank you for the tour. xoxo

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So kind of you! Thank you!

@katharinesantana7147 3 жыл бұрын

Poppy seeds and lemon, simply delicious.

@mulberrymugwump2920 2 жыл бұрын

The transition from being at the place and having tea, then going back home to make your own recipe has such warmth and coziness to it! Thanks for the wonderful video Nicolas! xx

@BillPritchard 3 жыл бұрын

Always a calm charm. Thank you kind sir!

@teresinapalumbo4960 3 жыл бұрын

This looks absolutely delicious! I think I might make this for my mom for Mother’s Day! Thank you for your calming and wonderful videos and enjoy your Friday! ❤️

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

I hope she enjoys it

@chrisgazda3315 3 жыл бұрын

♡♡♡ FROM U.S.A.

@shannonbeeby6095 3 жыл бұрын

Nicolas, your content is the definition of self-care. Thank you so much!

@strangerpets5765 3 жыл бұрын

I lovvvvvveeeee your Beautiful channel Nicolas!! It Bring s sunshine to my day!!❤️ Love from Cali 🥰💜💚🧡❤️💙💖😘😘😘

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that! Thank you!

@nilofarsyed7132 10 ай бұрын

Hey Nicholas! I always find your videos related to your house, kitchen, garden, crockery, paintings and collection of vases more interesting and eye-catching than whether it's an Edwardian country house or any fine hotel...you are simply amazing and no one can beat you... Stay blessed.

@floppybob1121 3 жыл бұрын

When I had a hectic day and I just need to relax I watch one of your videos. Perfect.

@kimvaisanen7670 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for your Edwardian Country House Video on KZfaq. Greetings from Helsinki, Finland!

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@cassandrasingleton3267 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Nicholas! As usual, so delightful ❤️

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it!

@hurst-cs2jh 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Sandra 👋

@GrandmaSandy 3 жыл бұрын

Looking at all the beautiful flowers all over the greenhouse all on their nice little shelving units giving such joy and beauty

@conversecone9687 3 жыл бұрын

How wonderful you have dedicated yourself to enriching and broadening the lives of others. After touring the Edwardian country house, Greywalls, and its lovely gardens one can easily see why this elegant place is your favorite house in the world. With the charming tea pavilion it is very calming and comforting. Thank you for the recipe.

@luisaleonardi666 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Nicholas for sharing lovely experiences with us. You let us enjoy the same wonders as you. And that's a real privilege.

@ellegodoi6833 3 жыл бұрын

Just lovely🌻🌺💕

@aglavlassopolous7927 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nicolas nice pleasant surprise ,what a pity I had gone so often in London in the past and never in Scotland so nice this house and hotel !

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

You should visit Scotland in the future x

@SarahTherese95 3 жыл бұрын

I was having a bad day and then your video popped up and made everything better ❤️

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad to hear that it helped! Much love x x

@patriciatinoco4229 3 жыл бұрын

Drawn by the architecture, Old world plush comfort and each room with unique features. The gardens stunning, a perfect visit and a great way to support reopening after the Covid crisis. The golf course view (tempting) being set in beautiful surroundings. Afternoon tea time with an excellent pastry chef at it’s helm looked superb a very nice touch to enjoy all the ambience--what a treat. Perfect ending with the white vase of flowers and a step-by-step of ingredients to bake a lemon poppyseed cake with a lemon wedge served with tea was wonderful.

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it! X

@ShannonHagan 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely the most elegant 12 minutes of my week. Thank you Nicolas for sharing the beauty around you. Looking forward to seeing you again Wednesday.

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

@shawkitty2524 3 жыл бұрын

I am SO GRATEFUL to see chairs that are actually comfortable, colors like red and green, and no hint of the white/gray/black palette that almost all KZfaq decorators are espousing as the only way to go to have a chic home. My living room is done in burgundy and moss colors along with neutrals and I think it's warm and inviting. I also love china and crystal and have a formal dining room. I am 65, not 85! Where did traditional go??!!

@AnnSchierling 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos truly do make life more beautiful.

@luipaulo8975 2 жыл бұрын

Your channel brings so much calm and serenity…. So peaceful. You should be contracted by BBC, PBS, or any major tv network for your on show or to air your channel. Love the way you narrate this content. I’m a big fan of your channel.

@paulapirpignani4802 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nicolas! A wonderful way to get the ball rolling.....🍰🌺🌿

@NesKimStyle 3 жыл бұрын

Omg I just can not tell you how I loved watching you eat all the different bits of food. You have such a feel for what we want to see. I wish I could have been there enjoying it too.

@hurst-cs2jh 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Kim 😊

@cindybogart6062 24 күн бұрын

This was lovely, Nicole’s. Such a lovely place.🦋

@isabeltorres8717 3 жыл бұрын

Magnifique !!!!!!!

@susantaylor5068 3 жыл бұрын

Fabulous house tour - and scrumptious afternoon tea - thank you for recipe I’ll definitely be baking

@vaishalibansod5400 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect day!! And the satisfying, content and happy look on your face while presenting the baked cake! Oh thanks!!💐

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

It was a fun day!

@sushifiggy 3 жыл бұрын

Classical guitar is the perfect background music for your show ❤️

@kathrynbellerose3925 3 жыл бұрын

Nicolas this segment was simply lovely. Thank you. 🌈☀️🌈☀️🌈❤️❤️

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it!

@indiarose6090 3 жыл бұрын

I'm watching this during my lunch break at work. Thank you for whisking me away for a brief moment of what would otherwise be a stress filled, mundane day. ❤

@haley-sian 3 жыл бұрын

💕

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

Truly a pleasure x x

@jat6547 Жыл бұрын

Curious what do u do ?

@indiarose6090 Жыл бұрын

@@jat6547 I'm in Revenue Cycle Management.

@sharondenn2284 3 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous place, tea looked delicious, beautiful surroundings.

@user-tc7rl7fi2g 3 жыл бұрын

You looked so happy and the place is absolutely stunning 🤩

@argonwheatbelly637 3 жыл бұрын

Those lemon poppy-seed cakes look delightful! Thank you most kindly for your recipe. Right now, I fancy a cuppa and a biscuit or two. Wonderful, that.

@JolovesDecor 3 жыл бұрын

What lovely countryside. I’m mostly Eastern European and Scottish. It’s nice to see where my ancestors came from. I do enjoy escaping with you, and learning so many wonderful things. Have a blessed weekend Nicolas.

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that!

@IzzyOnTheMove 3 жыл бұрын

"Un Dieu Un Roi" in olde French on the archway What a beautiful place ❤ It reminds me of the Empress Hotel in Victoria BC Canada. I like to dress up and go there to write my diary sitting on a couch on the mezzazine, while i'm not actually a guest 😉

@The_Beach_Lady 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing a very lovely house and tea 🫖

@daleduerden1185 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely video again your videos whatever they are about seem to send out a relaxing aura,I feel you should do one every day

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you - I would love to do one every day, definitely not possible!

@pepedelospalotes3479 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Nick, great video! Thank you. I'm getting ready for my Johnnie Walker... greetings from the 🇺🇸States🇺🇲

@bearpawz_ 3 жыл бұрын

🌳🔆🪴~Incredibly Beautiful~🪴🔆🌳 ~~ I especially love all of the little reading and sitting nooks situated throughout the house!!

@anaz8749 3 жыл бұрын

Ahh,new video from our favourite friend 😍

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@bobatchison-pallasart-hagi8884 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent vlog, Nicolas! They are getting better and better. You are becoming a master of editing vlogs, now I am very happy to see you have eliminated all the food making sounds and have dubbed in BEAUTIFUL music, which is just the right level, too!

@NicolasFairford 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you liked it! Still a lot to learn on my part, but glad you stick with me as o improve x

@bobatchison-pallasart-hagi8884 3 жыл бұрын

@@NicolasFairford It is serious - even tedious - work to reply to comments like this - thank you!

@sheilaj5818 2 жыл бұрын

So uplifting. Feel completely calm after a very stressful day. Sending virtual hugs.

@Lulita.222 3 жыл бұрын

I Love your video's Nicholas. Im from Maryland in the US. Im so glad Ive found your page. You have a very comforting voice. When I listen to you, im completely calm and relaxed . I have learned so much , Thank-you