I think it's tea time...Everyday the people of England take a break for tea, whether in the morning or afternoon. Here is what to expect... An English Afternoon Tea is a very special treat to prepare for your family and friends.
Tea is usual taken between 3 and 5 o' clock. This tradition is still kept up in all the fine Hotels in Britain and in little Tearooms all around the country, especially in Devon where the scones are a specialty.
In The Dorchester and The Ritz London, this is still a big event and one has to book well in advance for this.
You start with a selection of very thin sandwiches, like thinly sliced cucumber, smoked salmon and egg mayonnaise and mustered cress sandwiches. This is followed by scones with strawberry jam and clotted cream and a selection of cakes. Tea with cold milk or slices of lemon is served with this.
A variety of different fruits filled into light pastry tarts.
Thinly sliced cucumber sandwiches and smoked salmon sandwiches, crust removed cut into 4 triangles, decorated with watercress and lemon wedges.
Buttermilk scones with strawberry jam and clotted cream, a real treat from Devon. The recipe for scones you will find in the recipe file.
More Tea Information and Recipes Available HERE
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