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Tea Parties
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The Perfect Afternoon Tea Book: Over 70 Tea-Time Treats
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High Tea
Tea served in the afternoon was unheard of prior to the early 1800s, when lunch began to be served in the late morning and dinner not until 8 P.M.
The traditional afternoon tea party was initiated by Anna, Duchess of Bedford, (1788-1861). High Tea became a substantial, early dinner. A cross between afternoon tea and supper.
Afternoon tea, or Low Tea, was served in living rooms and parlors, at low tables placed next to armchairs. and is a more casual, everyday affair.
Whether Afternoon Tea or High Tea, it’s a tradition worth maintaining!
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Essential Tea Companion:
Favorite Menus for Tea Parties
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High Tea Blends
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High Tea or Low Tea?
Tea served in the afternoon was unheard of prior to the early 1800s, when lunch began to be served in the late morning and dinner not until 8 P.M. English Tea can refer to the traditional afternoon tea party initiated by Anna, Duchess of Bedford, (1788-1861) the variety of black tea served in a lovely English tea set, and/or the treats that accompany the tea party, itself.
Anna, Duchess of Bedford, would grow "faint" (low blood suger, perhaps?) in the afternoon and began to "take" tea and sweets to keep her going. The Duchess started inviting family and friends and Afternoon Tea was born. An entire industry has grown out of this upper class elegant light meal, creating tea sets, tea pots and other tea ware befitting these formal gatherings.
Afternoon Tea, or Low Tea, was served in living rooms and parlors, at low tables placed next to armchairs and sofas. Light tea sandwiches and pastries
High Tea was a more substantial, early dinner, a cross between afternoon tea and supper, where the working classes sat on stools or stood around high tables laden with fish, meats and cheeses. For many, High Tea was the main meal of the day.
A recent addition to English Tea is the Cream Tea, where scones, served with clotted or Devonshire cream and lemon curd, are the stars of the afternoon.
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Selected English Teas
Adagio English Breakfast Tea - English Breakfast tea is an ideal accompaniment to a morning meal. Made with the finest grade Keemun, prized for its rich smoky flavor, and sumptuous aroma. May be enjoyed plain or with a drop of milk. One of their most popular varieties.
Adagio Earl Grey Tea - Earl Grey Bravo is premium black tea from Sri Lanka, flavored with oil of bergamot, a citrus fruit. The perfect afternoon tea.
English Teas
Afternoon tea - The premier guide for information about afternoon tea and other related services.
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