Afternoon Tea

Sometime during the 1860s, the Duchess of Bedford, Anna Maria Russell, served her guests an appetising afternoon snack with their tea. This is said to be the origins of the very first afternoon tea. Fast forward more than 160 years, and we have a simple yet luxurious way to treat ourselves. Crustless sandwiches, scones, and decadent desserts with endless cups of tea (or perhaps a glass of champagne if the occasion is right) over engaging conversation is a delight for us all. Find out all the whys and hows of hosting your own afternoon tea party, and the correct way to eat a scone, while learning about the history, rules, and fun facts around the delectable tradition that’s still very much alive in the 21st century.