Afternoon Tea
Sometime during the 1860s, the Duchess of Bedford, Anna Maria Russell, served her guests an appetising afternoon snack with their tea. This is said to be the origins of the very first afternoon tea. Fast forward more than 160 years, and we have a simple yet luxurious way to treat ourselves. Crustless sandwiches, scones, and decadent desserts with endless cups of tea (or perhaps a glass of champagne if the occasion is right) over engaging conversation is a delight for us all. Find out all the whys and hows of hosting your own afternoon tea party, and the correct way to eat a scone, while learning about the history, rules, and fun facts around the delectable tradition that’s still very much alive in the 21st century.
History of the Afternoon Tea
Why was Anna Marie getting hungry in the afternoon?
What does the sandwich with cucumber represent?
Difference between Afternoon Tea and High Tea and Cream Tea
and more
Topics
Etiquette around tea
Holding of a tea cup
White vs brown sugar
Cold vs hot milk
Understanding different teas
and more
Etiquette around Afternoon Tea food
How to pick/eat the sandwich
How to eat a scone
Jam or clotted cream first?
and more