Whether you are hosting an afternoon tea or just coffee and cake for family or friends. It can be the small things, the attention to detail, that makes a difference. Antique Cutlery I confess to having a small collection of antique teaspoons, tea and butter knives and a vintage style cake slice and spoons for serving …
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Afternoon Tea – Fortnum and Mason
My recent trip to London included Afternoon Tea at Fortnum and Mason, a chance to celebrate my parents 50th Wedding Anniversary. The Afternoon Tea was served in The Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon, the atmosphere was relaxing with the sounds of a pianist playing Debussy’s Clair de Lune. The service and attention we received was exemplary, whilst …
An impromptu afternoon tea
Usually when I lay on an afternoon tea I put quite a lot of preparation into it. This week I have been away to Bluestone, Pembrokeshire – a free holiday thanks to a competition on the Bluestone Facebook page! An impulsive afternoon tea One of the days was spent milling around a lovely village called …
David Austin Roses Tearoom
I am sure that any keen gardener will have heard of David Austin Roses, synonymous with the breeding of English Roses. I am almost ashamed to admit that they are only around a 20 minute car journey from where I live, and I have never been. Located at Albrighton, Shropshire their Rose Garden contains the National Collection of …
Afternoon Tea – Goldstone Hall, Shropshire
Sandwiches, cake and tea perfect! What a delightful Afternoon Tea my sister and I enjoyed last week at Goldstone Hall near Market Drayton, Shropshire. Goldstone Hall – Afternoon Tea Menu Sandwiches Roast beef and horseradish Ham and grain mustard Farmhouse Mature Cheddar and Goldstone tomato chutney Homemade fruit scone with mixed berry jam and …
Homemade Afternoon Tea – a birthday celebration
It has been a while since I have posted an Afternoon Tea for you all. Earlier this week a friend celebrated her 70th birthday, so we helped welcome this milestone birthday with a quiet but simple afternoon tea. Afternoon tea treats! Menu Chicken finger sandwiches Cheese finger sandwiches *** Raspberry and cream shortbread Fruit cake …
Groupon Afternoon Tea – The Wroxeter Hotel
This afternoon I spent a lovely few hours with my sister and parents, indulging in afternoon tea at The Wroxeter Hotel. What a bargain of an Afternoon Tea it was too, £24 for four people! An offer I came across in my morning email from Groupon, who work with business to bring the best of …
No Fat Sponge Cake Recipe – The Verdict
Earlier this week I promised to post more details about the No Fat Sponge Cake recipe featured in my Afternoon Tea post. No fat as in no butter, stork, lard or any other form of baking fat. The inspiration behind this cake came a few months back when I’d spotted a blog post on Jam and Clotted …
Afternoon Tea – Nice But Not So Naughty
Anyone care for a sandwich? As you know from previous posts we have regular family afternoon tea get togethers. Our latest get together was hosted by my mum. Look closely, for all the cups and saucers, cake stands, bon bon dishes, plates and glasses have come from charity shops, even the wonderful tablecloth. It all …
Afternoon Tea – October
There is nothing that I enjoy better than indulging in Afternoon Tea. Arriving at a nice swanky hotel, relaxing in a comfy chair whilst reading the extensive list of teas. Trying to decide, should I be tempted to try something a little different, maybe even exotic, or play it safe with a traditional tea. Then …