“It’s hard to be a diamond in a rhinestone world…” but Author, Journalist and TV producer, Suzan will be  encouraging us to bring out our inner Dolly whilst in conversation with Joanne .

We can’t guarantee it will change your life, or make you a country and western star, but what we can guarantee is it will be a late afternoon of great fun, with food provided by the Tender restaurant’s brigade led by Michelin-starred chef Niall Keating.

Tickets for the Festive Afternoon Tea with arrival fizz are £55 + VAT and can be booked here, along with your menu choices.

And that’s not all, Suzan can also solve your Christmas present dilemmas! Copies of her books, personalised and signed, will be available to buy on the evening (card/cash/apple pay).

When – 24th November 2025

Time – 16.00 to 19.00

Place: Tender @ The Stock Exchange Hotel

4, Norfolk Street, Manchester M2 1DW

The Holly Dolly Festive Afternoon Tea Menus

Glass of Fizz on arrival

FRUIT SCONES
Cranberry scone served with strawberry jam and Cornish clotted cream

SWEET TREATS
Mince pie
Tipsy cherry tri‑e
Clementine & white chocolate mousse
Passion fruit chocolate coin

SAVOURY BITE
Turkey & chestnut sausage rolls with cheese sauce

ARTISAN SANDWICHES
Turkey and cranberry
Ham sandwich, mustard, rocket
Brie with spiced apple chutney

CHOICE OF TEA
Choose from one of twelve exquisite PMD teas to
accompany your food.

Vegetarian Option

FRUIT SCONES
cranberry scone served with strawberry jam and Cornish clotted cream

SWEET TREATS
Mince pie
Tipsy cherry tri‑e
Clementine & white chocolate mousse
Passion fruit chocolate coin

SAVOURY BITE
Broccoli and Cropwell Bishop Stilton tart

ARTISAN SANDWICHES
Brie & cranberry sandwich
Avocado and tomato fondue brioche roll
Devilled egg sandwich

CHOICE OF TEA
Choose from one of twelve exquisite PMD teas to
accompany your food.

Please note it is not possible to provide vegan or dairy free options at this event.