Vintage 1940's - 1950's themed tea room in historic Rochester. Kent. Discover As Time Goes By In Rochester & you will taste & smell real home comfort with 1940's -1950's vintage homemade, traditional british dishes. As Time Goes By use seasonal recipes from our grandmother's kitchens. Or try our Vintage High Tea and indulge yourself. Our afternoon tea menu really has something for everyone including Savoury High Tea, homemade icecream menu,(with jelly if desired!) and even lashings of ginger beer!!