Emma Mykytyn Fiona Cairns Launches Luxury Signature Afternoon Tea Selection for Afternoon Tea Week 2026
As Afternoon Tea Week returns from 10–16 August 2026, celebrated British baker Fiona Cairns is inviting cake lovers to recreate the classic afternoon tea experience at home with her elegant Signature Afternoon Tea Selection.
Available from Ocado and selected stores including Fenwick and Selfridges, the beautifully presented collection features miniature versions of some of Fiona Cairns’ most popular handmade cakes, offering a convenient and indulgent way to celebrate one of Britain’s favourite traditions.
Priced at £9, the Fiona Cairns Signature Afternoon Tea box brings together four distinctive sweet treats, each handcrafted and decorated with the attention to detail that has made the Leicestershire-based baker a household name.
What’s Included in the Fiona Cairns Signature Afternoon Tea?
The collection showcases a selection of Fiona Cairns’ best-loved creations:
Lemon & Elderflower Mini Loaf Cakes
A light and moist lemon sponge infused with zesty lemon drizzle and finished with hand-piped elderflower buttercream.
Chocolate & Cherry Mini Loaf Cakes
Rich chocolate cakes made with sour cherries and topped with velvety chocolate buttercream and freeze-dried cherry pieces.
Raspberry & Rose Victoria Sponge
A delicate take on the classic Victoria sponge, filled with raspberry jam and fragrant rose-flavoured buttercream.
Fiona’s Signature Fondant Fancy
A golden sponge layered with raspberry jam, coated in pink fondant icing and finished with intricate royal icing decorations.
Presented in Fiona Cairns’ signature packaging, the collection makes an ideal centrepiece for an afternoon tea gathering or a thoughtful gift for cake lovers.
Celebrating Afternoon Tea Week
The luxurious cakes pair perfectly with traditional afternoon tea favourites such as finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, clotted cream and loose-leaf tea. Afternoon Tea Week, running from 10–16 August, celebrates one of Britain’s most enduring culinary traditions, encouraging people to gather with friends and family over tea and sweet treats.
Commenting on the collection, Fiona Cairns said:
“Afternoon tea has always held a special place in my heart. This collection feels both nostalgic and fresh – a little moment of beauty and indulgence that can be shared. We’ve lovingly crafted a wonderful tasting selection of cakes that we’re sure will bring lots of joy. All that’s needed is a pot of tea or a glass of bubbles to accompany them.”
The Baker Behind the Royal Wedding Cake
Fiona Cairns is perhaps best known for creating the wedding cake for The Prince and Princess of Wales in 2011, as well as the christening cakes for Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
What began more than 40 years ago with miniature fruit cakes baked in empty baked bean tins at her kitchen table has grown into one of Britain’s most respected cake businesses. Today, Fiona Cairns products are stocked by leading retailers including Ocado, Waitrose, Selfridges, Fortnum & Mason and Harrods.
Fiona Cairns’ Top Tips for Hosting Afternoon Tea at Home
To help hosts make the most of Afternoon Tea Week, Fiona has shared her favourite entertaining tips:
– Use beautiful china, cake stands and fresh flowers to create an inviting table setting.
– Include a showstopping cake alongside smaller sweet treats.
– Balance sweet options with traditional finger sandwiches.
– Serve freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam.
– Offer a selection of teas such as Earl Grey, Darjeeling or fresh mint.
– Add personal touches such as handwritten menus or take-home treats.
– Create a relaxed atmosphere with gentle music and elegant presentation.
– Prepare as much as possible in advance so you can enjoy time with your guests.
Where to Buy
The Fiona Cairns Signature Afternoon Tea Selection is available now from Ocado, as well as selected Fenwick and Selfridges stores.
