Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea

A Garden Party Experience

Event Overview

Celebrate Mother’s Day with an elegant and timeless high tea experience set within the beauty of Uncommon Ranch. Thoughtfully designed to honor connection, beauty, and tradition, this gathering invites you to slow down, savor, and celebrate the women who mean the most.

Detailed Description

Step into a refined garden party where vintage charm meets elevated culinary artistry. Guests will be seated at communal tables, adorned with Michelle and Cindy Palmer’s  curated collection of vintage teapots and china – each piece unique, each table a conversation in itself.

This experience draws from the traditions of classic English high tea, reimagined through the lens of Uncommon Ranch. From delicate finger sandwiches to handcrafted pastries and lavender-infused teas, every detail has been designed to delight the senses.

Whether gathering with family, friends or on your own,  this is a moment to pause, connect, and celebrate Mother’s Day in a setting that feels both intimate and beautifully elevated. Guests are warmly welcomed to attend on their own – our shared tables are designed to foster connection and conversation.

What to Expect

• A warm welcome into a garden party setting with communal seating
• Selection of your own vintage teapot upon arrival—no two alike
• A curated loose-leaf tea experience served tableside
• Choice between Afternoon High Tea and Royal Tea experiences
• A multi-course presentation of savory and sweet offerings
• Optional handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, and curated wines

Attire

Come as you feel most comfortable, though garden party attire is highly encouraged.
Fascinators, floral dresses, and  smart dressing are warmly welcomed but not required.

A Note for Our Guests

Our Afternoon Tea is designed as a shared, seated experience where every guest enjoys the full service, setting, and pace of the gathering. To preserve the comfort of our communal tables and the integrity of our vintage teaware, each guest requires a reserved seat and ticket.

We warmly welcome families and encourage guests of all ages who will enjoy and engage with the experience. While we love having younger guests join us, the setting is best suited for those able to comfortably participate in a seated, multi-course tea service.

Our collection of vintage china and teapots has been thoughtfully gathered over time, and we invite all guests to enjoy and respect these special pieces as part of the experience.

Event Details

• Date: Sunday, May 10th, 2026
• Seatings: 11:00 AM · 12:00 PM · 2:00 PM · 3:00 PM – 2 hour time slot
• Location: Uncommon Ranch, 6410 Chase Bridge Road, Grayling, MI
• Advance Ticket Purchase Required

Mother’s Day

High Tea Menu

A  G A R D E N  P A R T Y  E X P E R I E N C E

Sunday, May 10th, 2026   ·   Seatings at 11, 12, 2, 3

—   THE TEA SERVICE   —

Vintage Teapot Selection & Loose-Leaf Tea

Upon arrival, each guest selects their own vintage teapot — no two alike.

Choose your loose-leaf blend, steeped and served at your table from the Uncommon Ranch tea collection

Morning: English Breakfast  ·  Dream: Lavender Earl Grey  ·  Hibernate: Lavender Chamomile  ·  Symphony: Lemon Lavender Fruit  · Bliss: Jasmine Green with Lavender  ·  Harmony: Black Tea with Fig & Lavender · Sunset: Blood Orange with Hibiscus

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—   THE SAVORY TRAY   —

Presented to Each Table

FINGER SANDWICHES

Radish & Cultured Butter  ·  Coronation Chicken Salad

Cucumber, Watercress & Whipped Herbed Goat Cheese

Strawberry & Cream  ·  Smoked Salmon Tartine

SAVORY BITES

Gourgères  ·  Spanakopita  ·  Crab Rangoon Phyllo Cup

Truffled Deviled Egg

truffle oil  ·  house potato chip  ·  caviar

Mini Lobster & Crab Rolls

house-made brioche  ·  tarragon  ·  fresh lemon

SCONES & ACCOMPANIMENTS

Assorted Homemade Scones

Clotted Cream  ·  House Jams  ·  Lemon Curd

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—   THE SWEET TRAY   —

Served Shortly After

Petit Fours

delicate sponge  ·  seasonal filling ·  buttercream

Lemon Curd Tartlets

buttery shell  ·  bright lemon curd  ·  fresh raspberry

Lavender White Chocolate Shortbread

house-made  ·  dusted with lavender sugar

Dark Chocolate Mousse

individual cups  ·  fresh berry garnish

Raspberry Cheesecake Éclairs

cream cheese mousse  ·  raspberry coulis

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—   THE DRINKS MENU   —

Available for Purchase

12 mocktail/14 cocktail or wine

Bottles priced per selection.

Lemon Lavender “French 75”

lavender lemonade  ·  juniper syrup  ·  fresh lemon  ·  sparkling water  ·  lemon slice

Mocktail 

Cocktail with gin & champagne float

Lavender Bee’s Knees

gin  ·  lavender honey syrup  ·  fresh lemon  ·  served up

Blood Orange Mimosa

prosecco  ·  fresh blood orange juice

Curated Wines

by the glass & bottle 

UNCOMMON HIGH TEA

$45 Per Guest. $25 Per Child Guest <10

Formal tea service experience included.

Additional beverages available for purchase separately.

All menus feature locally sourced, organic produce, eggs & meats.

UNCOMMON ROYAL TEA

$65 Per Guest

Formal tea service & full tray experience included.

All menus feature locally sourced, organic produce, eggs & meats.

Includes two mocktails or cocktails per guest.

Please advise of any dietary restrictions or allergies. 20% gratuity and 6% tax will be added to ticket price.

ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE REQUIRED

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