Afternoon tea is one of life’s little luxuries – good company, elegant surroundings and a delightful array of sandwiches, scones and cakes washed down with steaming hot tea or a glass of fizz. What could be better?
Afternoon tea out can be on the expensive side, though, so why not consider hosting an afternoon tea party? Not only does it save some pennies, but it also means you can have some creative license over what you serve!
No Need for Complicated Recipes
A great thing about afternoon tea is that it really doesn’t need to be overly complicated or difficult to prepare. Indeed, you can make afternoon tea easier still by considering afternoon tea boxes from specialists such as Afternoon Tea Box. Who wouldn’t agree that receiving an afternoon tea in the post is a real treat!
What Will I Need?
One of the most important things you’ll need is a tiered stand for serving those tasty little bites of food. You can often pick these up in a charity shop.
Traditional bunting and chintz tableware can be a timeless look for your decor, or why not mix things up a bit by opting for a bold colour scheme such as black and white or brights?
Typically, afternoon tea features an array of finger-sized sandwiches; you could opt for timeless classics such as cheese, cucumber or ham, or you could spice things up with a little chorizo or even spicy chicken.
As for scones, will you go for savoury or sweet? Both equally delicious and easy to make according to television favourite the Great British Bake Off!
Add in some of your favourite sweet treats in bite-size pieces – chocolate brownie, lemon drizzle cake and classic Victoria sponge often feature – but you’re the host, take your pick!
Lastly, decide on your tipple of choice to wash it all down – delicate English tea, Earl Grey or a lovely latte all work well. For a summer event, consider a refreshing Pimms and lemonade or sparkling prosecco to complete the menu.
