"AFTERNOON TEA" |
| The "Afternoon Tea" tradition originated in
Britain as a light, late afternoon snack meant to be enjoyed in the
company of good friends...
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| In 1662, King Charles II of England married the Portuguese princess Catherine of Braganza who brought with her, as part of her dowry, a small chest of tea. As the new queen, Catherine began the serving of tea to her friends at court. |
| Although there is mention of "five o'clock tea" in France in the 17th century the credit for the invention of "Afternoon Tea" is given to Anna 7th duchess of Bedford who, during the long gap between an early breakfast and very late dinner, experienced what she called "a sinking feeling" at about 4 or 5 in the afternoon. She asked her maid to bring her a pot of tea and a little bread and butter and cake in her room. She found this arrangement so agreeable that she began asking her friends to join her. |
| HIGH TEA OR LOW TEA? |
| High Tea, a term often confused with Afternoon Tea, usually takes
the place of supper, and is a hearty sit-down meal that includes meat
and more substantial fare than its daintier cousin.
Afternoon Tea, or "Low Tea," (called this because it is served at a low table), traditionally includes small dainty cakes and sandwiches served on china and fine linens, and it is the men who are responsible for passing the plates and tea around to the women of the group. |
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AFTERNOON TEA AT THE BEEHIVE TEA ROOM Afternoon Tea is served after 2:00 daily. Because we prepare Afternoon Tea according to our reservations, we require reservations at least one day in advance. We're sorry, but we cannot take reservations for specific seating areas in the tearoom, but will seat according to daily availability. *Please Note: You will be charged for the number of people reserved, so please cancel ahead of time for guests who will not be attending. All changes to Afternoon Tea reservations must be made before closing time on the day before you are scheduled. AFTERNOON TEA (SERVES ONE) $22.50 PER PERSON INCLUDES TAX & GRATUITY INCLUDES: Three kinds of Finger Sandwiches, Scones & Jam , Dessert, and your choice of Tea, American Hot Chocolate, or French Press Coffee. A Cup of Soup, Petite Salad, Imported English Clotted Cream, and other beverages from our menu may be added for an additional charge. AFTERNOON TEA FOR CHILDREN INCLUDES: Kid friendly tea sandwiches, scones and dessert, tea or hot chocolate. Please specify the ages of the children who will be attending, so we can prepare the seating and service accordingly. **Please note: everything is prepared especially for your reservation- please let us know in advance if there are any dietary restrictions we should be aware of. Thank You!
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