"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
(probably because it sounds more lofty), was traditionally a
"working man's" supper that took place when the workers were returning
home from jobs and factories in England, and was a hearty, sit-down meal
(at regular "high" tables, not fancy side tables) that often included
such foods as meats, cheeses, shepherd's pie,
and more substantial fare than its daintier cousin.
Afternoon Tea, or "Low Tea," (served at low side tables or coffee tables), traditionally included small dainty cakes and sandwiches served on china and fine linens. An occasion for socializing, Afternoon tea-time was not an affair only for the ladies, but for cultured gentlemen as well. And while it was the duty of the hostess to pour out the tea, it was the men who were 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 An occasion to enjoy our modern version of the European tradition, the Beehive's' Afternoon Tea is served after 2:00 daily. Because we prepare each Afternoon Tea according to our reservations, we require that you reserve at least one day in advance. We regret that 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. To avoid being charged, all changes to Afternoon Tea reservations must be made before 5:00 on the day before you are scheduled. AFTERNOON TEA (SERVES ONE)* we do not offer sharing for the Afternoon Tea Service $22.50 PER PERSON INCLUDES TAX & GRATUITY INCLUDES: Three kinds of Finger Sandwiches*, Scones & Jam, and Dessert. Your choice of Tea, American Hot Chocolate, French Press Coffee, or Italian Soda. A Cup of Soup, Petite Salad, Imported English Clotted Cream, and other beverages from our menu may be added for an additional charge. *All sandwiches served with Afternoon Tea are suitable for vegetarians. *Menu subject to change without notice according to item availability.
AFTERNOON TEA FOR CHILDREN INCLUDES: Kid friendly tea sandwiches, scones and dessert, tea, hot chocolate or Italian Soda. 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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