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Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea is a delightful ‘in between’ meal steeped in elegance and sophistication!

Afternoon Tea, in its traditional format is a combination of sandwiches, and scones followed by pastries and / or cakes. The entire experience is further enhanced with tea service.

Here you’ll find ideas and recipes how to host Afternoon Tea at home.

Chocolate Raspberry Tart on a black plate with a slice cut.
Simply Indulgent Chocolate Raspberry Tart

This Chocolate Raspberry Tart is simply indulgent! It’s hard to believe that all it takes is 6 ingredients, a little time and very little skill. It is an easy dessert to make. We start with a buttered crumb base. Raspberry…

Slices of Barmbrack on a wooden board showing the inside of the bread.
Traditional Irish Barmbrack (Bairín Breac)

This Traditional Irish Barmbrack recipe is so easy, you’ll ask why you have never made it before. Tea steeped dried fruits, citrus, brown sugar and warm spices come together in a cake like manner, to make this Traditional Irish Barmbrack….

Bowl containing three scoops of Clotted Cream Ice Cream.
Best Clotted Cream Ice Cream

This is the Best Clotted Cream Ice Cream recipe. This Ice Cream is a delightful treat that combines the richness of Clotted Cream with the smooth texture of Ice Cream. This is a churned Ice Cream recipe to be enjoyed…

A board containing nine Lemon Drizzle Muffins.
Easy to Make Lemon Drizzle Muffins

A straight forward recipe for Lemon Drizzle Muffins that combines the tangy freshness of lemon with the sweetness of a drizzle glaze, all in muffin form! This is an easy lemon muffin recipe that requires a mixing bowl, whisk and…

Small mason jar containing Rhubarb and Gin Jam.
Simple Rhubarb and Gin Jam with Ginger

This Rhubarb and Gin Jam is one of the easiest and most versatile preserves you will make. Making Rhubarb and Gin Jam is a delightful endeavor, capturing the tangy sweetness of rhubarb infused with the subtle warmth of gin. Serve…

Two tiered stands filled with scones, sandwiches and pastries. Flowers in the background.
Ultimate Guide How to Prepare and Serve Afternoon Tea

This post is your complete guide to Afternoon Tea. It will address any confusion between Afternoon Tea, Cream Tea and High Tea. There will be instructions how to prepare and serve your own Afternoon Tea at home, complete with recipes…

Dish of clotted cream with scones in the background.
Easy Rich Velvety Clotted Cream

Easy rich velvety Clotted Cream is within your reach, even if you live no where near England! This one ingredient recipe will guide you through the easy steps from turning heavy whipping cream into this delectable, must have spread that…

4 Simple Air Fryer Scones on a wire rack.
Simple Air Fryer Scones

Simple Air Fryer Scones are a quick modern way to bake a timeless traditional afternoon tea classic. Follow the step by step instructions below, but first read the “What is the Secret to Making Good Scones?” section for getting the…

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