Many countries have tea parties all around the world. There are many types: Of course, everyone knows about the English. But, did you know that the French, Russian, Japanese, and Asians also have them. Did you know that some people have Victorian ones, and celebrate even Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter with them.
So, why a tea party? It's a special way to create a party for someone that could possibly be a memory for life. It shows that special someone that you care and want to help them celebrate that special occasion. Whatever the occasion, a high tea is definitely the way to make an outstanding party that people will talk about for years.
One of the main things you will need is good food. The menu will need sandwiches, scones or cookies, tea bread with jam and devonshire cream, other kinds of fillings, and mini desserts. The final ingredient to the menu is 2 varieties of tea, along with a third decaffineated tea. You will also need lemon wedges, milk, and sugar cubes, because no tea party is complete without these. I especially like decorated sugar cubes. You will need to plan to have on hand for each guest at least 6 sandwiches, 1 scone, 5 small desserts, and 4 cups of tea.
To decide on what types of sandwiches and desserts you want, you can check out the internet to get ideas to plan your menu. Your menu will need to be printed out and put in an antique picture frame to display at the party and also placed in your invitation to the guests.
You will need to do your some research on your personal food choices for the tea party, but there are some really great videos you can find that will be helpful. In my research, I found one on Howcast that actually had a nine step guide, but it can be shortened some. Here are the basic steps:
Send out invitations to invite guests to come between 3-5 in the afternoon. You can have them R.S.V.P so you will know how many to expect. Use a tablecloth and table linens, silverware, teacups, saucers, and dessert plates to set the table (enough for each guest). Tea, most people use loose leaf tea, but I have used tea bags of various assortments even though I have been told it is a no-no. Have your menu out in a frame so that your guests know what is available. Put sandwiches and other foods on serving trays. You will need hot water to make the tea. If you choose loose leaf tea, you can have a teapot for each kind. But, make sure that you have tea strainers for your guests to catch the tea leaves. Enjoy and relax.As you can see, it really is quite easy to have the perfect tea party for that special someone.
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