Back in the 1840’s, British families didn’t usually sit down to dinner until around 8pm. The inevitable desire to satisfy their impatient hunger was resolved with a smaller meal in between lunch and dinner. Consisting of finger sandwiches, cakes, pastries and scones with jam and clotted cream, the British afternoon tea was born.

 

The tradition is now one of the most popular and current themes in hospitality venues. Customers nationwide love visiting a local restaurant, hotel or café to enjoy their own take on delectable assortments being served in cake stands. It doesn’t just end at varieties of delightful cakes, scones & mini-sandwiches. Lists of different tea flavours available can be as vast as the number of venues that serve them. The classic Earl Grey; “Twilight Jasmine”, “Lemon Elegance”, “Assam Black Tea”, “Rose Congou”, “Gunpowder Green tea”. The list goes on. Never-ending varieties of Britain’s favourite hot beverage accompanying the sandwiches & scones only add to the unique experience that Afternoon Tea brings. It strengthens both it’s place in the market and it’s contribution to the hospitality industry.

 

Tea doesn’t have to be the only drink for you either. Nothing’s wrong with enjoying a bit of prosecco to go with those scrumptiously colourful macaroons. Afternoon Tea is about treating yourself so why not?

 

Playing harmonic music over the sound system or having a performer such as a harpist or piano player is a common occurrence with Afternoon Tea establishments as well, emphasising the sophistication that enthrals your guests. Adding to the already renowned dining experience, aesthetics complement the wonderful menu’s of Afternoon Tea to make your customers feel like royalty.

Whilst branching out your menu’s with bold-flavoured tea, sandwiches, scones & wondrous desserts may be a brilliant idea, you may want to stock up on the appropriate cutlery, glassware and crockery to fully complete the levels of elegance your Afternoon Tea experience can create.