First of all, create the right atmosphere for the high tea. Even if high tea will be served in your apartment, be sure you choose a quiet area with room for your guests. Set your table with an elegant tablecloth, some fresh flowers, nice napkins and, of course, your beautiful tea service. Play some quiet relaxing music. You have set the tone for a comfortable relaxed high tea. Be sure you have the right number of teacups and saucers, teaspoons, plates, dessert plates and silverware. Of course, you will also need a creamer and sugar bowl with its own spoon. Depending on the number of guests and the menu, you will need a side table for the food and extra dishes. This is the perfect time to show your favorite teapot.
The most important menu item for your high tea is obviously quality tea. Serve a tea that you have experienced. You want to know in advance that you will be serving a quality tea with excellent flavor. This is not the time to experiment with the tea. As far as the food items are concerned, this will be a personal decision based on the number of guests and the amount of time you can spend on food preparation. There are some excellent books with ideas and recipes specifically for a high tea.
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