Proper Afternoon Tea: A Modern Guide to a Timeless British Tradition

The editors of TeaTime invite you to partake in the tranquil and refined tradition of taking tea the British way.

Learn about the essential elements for those wishing to host a proper afternoon tea at home from London-based contributing editor Jane Pettigrew, whose fascinating foreword covers historical and contemporary British tea practices. Brimming with elegant tablescapes and more than 100 recipes of delectable savories, delicious scones, and decadent sweets--from classic staples beloved by many to new iterations on fanciful fare--this 220-page keepsake tome is worthy of gracing a prized tea table. Thoughtfully curated menus from posh to whimsical and English to Welsh, a chapter of gluten-free scone recipes, and inspiration galore will delight Anglophiles and tea lovers alike time and time again. Put the kettle on and celebrate the enduring loveliness of a truly British teatime.

Some of the delightful recipes you'll find inside:

Mini Victoria Sponge CakesPistachio clairsCucumber Tea SandwichesClootie Dumpling SconesAlmond Butter & Currant Jelly Bars

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GPKBKF6F
• ISBN13: 9798992385373
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: 83 Press
• Length: 220 Pages