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As we have learned, a traditional Afternoon Tea is usually comprised of three courses—sandwiches and other savory snacks, scones with cream, butter and jam, and a variety of sweets. These treats are intended to be enjoyed chronologically in a leisurely fashion, though they may all be presented simultaneously on a teacart or serving table. Hot tea will accompany all three courses.
Civilized conversation and the appreciation of a carefully appointed setting in harmony with the occasion and the season of the year are as important to a tea party as the food. However, the food itself can contribute to the aesthetic delight of the event. Tea party foods are offered in very small servings, and a variety of selections of both savory and sweet foods are present. The host or hostess gives careful attention to the appearance and arrangement of each food item and the selection of dishes and other serving pieces with which the food is presented.
The time that the host invests in the visualization, preparation and presentation of the tea foods adds to the quality of the over-all experience for both the host and the guests. However, in planning a tea party, the host must also keep the foundational elements of each tea party menu in mind: sandwiches and scones. These must be selected to harmonize with the tea’s theme and the desserts that will be offered. Even if, for example, the host’s original inspiration for the Southern American Afternoon Tea was to bake the beautiful coconut cake on the menu, he or she must still choose sandwiches and scones that will complement the dessert.
Recipes (31 Recipes):
Classic Cucumber Sandwiches
Best Summer Tomato Sandwiches
Watercress Sandwiches
Ribbon Sandwiches
Smoked Salmon Sandwiches
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches (with variations)
Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Smoked Chicken, Fennel and Grape Salad in Petite Pastry Puffs
Egg Salad Sandwiches
Ham Salad (sandwiches)
Roast Beef and Corned Beef Sandwiches
Cheese Sandwiches (with variations)
Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Open Faced Cheese Sandwiches (with variations)
Cream Cheese-Chive Spread
Green Goddess Spread
Spinach Dip
Sour Cream Dill Dip
Basic Butter Scones
Buttermilk Scones
Mock Devonshire Cream
Cream Scones
Lemon Curd
American Buttermilk Biscuits
Hot Buttered Crumpets
Lemon Tea Bread
Banana Bread
Persimmon Bread with Ginger Butter
Ginger Butter
Zucchini Loaf
Honey Butter
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THE TEA BOOK
The Road Back to Civilization
A Brief History of Tea
Philosophy of Tea
Harmony
Humility
Respect
Creativity
Guidelines for the Host/Hostess
Gathering and Greeting
Sharing Stories
Sharing Food
Sending the Guests Home
Respect your Hostess/Host
Bring a Gift if You Wish
Practice Humility
Monitor Your Conversation
Arrive With a Grateful Attitude
Help if Help is Needed
Do Not Criticize
Leave Gracefully
Send a Thank you Note
A Checklist for Planning a Tea Party
Teas of the World and How to Make Tea
A Sampling of Teas
Herbal Teas and Tisanes
How to Make Tea
Making Iced Tea
Tea Concentrate
Brewing Tea for a Crowd
Tea Kettle
Tea Pot
Tea Cozy
Teacups
Plates
Silverware
Teacart
Tea Strainer
Tea Infuser
Three-Tiered Server
Cream Pitcher and Sugar Bowl
Cake Pedestal
Trifle Bowl
Jam Pots
Serving Dishes, Platters, and Trays
Silver Tea Set or Silver Tray
Linens
Kitchen Equipment for Food Preparation
Sandwiches and Savories
Savory Spreads and Dips
Scones and Tea Breads
Afternoon Tea and the Four Seasons
A Spring Tea
An Outdoor Summer Tea
A Winter Afternoon Tea
An Autumn Afternoon Tea
January:A Japanese New Year’s Tea
February:Valentine’s Day Tea
March:A St. Patrick’s Day Irish Tea
April:An Easter Tea
May:Mother’s day Tea
June:A Wedding Reception Tea
July:A Picnic Tea
AUGUST:A FAMILY REUNION TEA
A North American Family Reunion Tea
An Eastern Mediterranean Family Reunion Tea
A Kosher Family Reunion Tea
A Scandinavian Family Reunion Tea
September:An Ozark Farm Harvest Tea
October:A Tea to Honor Our Ancestors(Dia de los Muertos)
November:A Post Thanksgiving Tea
December: A Christmas Tea
In Defense of Fruitcake:Fruitcakes and Candied Fruit
A Chinese Dim Sum Tea
A Portuguese Tea
A Classic British Afternoon Tea
An Indian Chai Party
A California Tea
A Hawaiian Tea
An Italian Tea
An American Southern Tea
A Russian Tea
A French Afternoon Tea
A Kosher Teawith Traditional Jewish Foods
Afternoon Tea for Special Occasions
An Afternoon Tea for Children
A Tea for Our Elders
A Honey Bee Tea in the Garden
An Urban Tea on the Go
Tea for One
Afternoon Tea For a Large Group
A Vegan Tea
A Rose Tea