Afternoon and High Tea Party Planner
(Recipe Collection)

Except for the "Elevenses", Afternoon Tea is served between the hours of 3:00-6:00pm.

The later the hour determines the amount and type of foods served.

Establish and appreciate your own special tea time. Relax and refocus your attention from the cares of the world.

Think upon your blessings, things that are beautiful and pure. Recount the joys in your life.

Pour your cup of tea, sit back in your favorite chair, escape from the pressures of the day and enjoy your precious quiet time. Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Let's plan a Tea Party!

Informal Tea Parties are fun. Guests pour their own tea and help themselves to whatever they want to eat.

And you can use several teapots and offer a variety of teas to your guests.

As compared to a formal tea, the Hostess uses one teapot and pours tea for all of her quests. (cont...)
Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Great tea to settle down with an Almond Biscotti.Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

I always have some breast meat left form a Deli Rotisserie Chicken. I adapted this recipe from The Oprah Magazine and this is a tasty way to use it up! Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Welcome the fall weather sitting in a rocking chair with a cup of Apple Tea on the porch at sunrise. Enjoy the sweetness of the tea and listen for the first birds to sing.Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Tried this recipe and loved it...haven't figured out what to replace for lower calories - but it's a big hit!Submitted by SUCCESSFOR2010

Enjoy this lovely tea anytime. Very refreshing.Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

This cheesecake is as delicious as it is beautiful!Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

This is a popular drink called "Mugicha" in Japan. It is noted for cooling down the body in hot weather, for cleansing the system, treatment for hemorrhoids, inflammatory arthritis and breaks up congestion, phlegm and other symptoms of colds and flues.
It can be served hot or on ice.Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

These cookies are great and satisfying!
When you are done cooking these you'll feel like you've just been to the confectioners shop!


Note*- You will need a piping bag with any 1cm tip. Parchment Paper and a Cookie Sheet.Submitted by MATTLAI7

This is a classic tea with a very smooth and mellow flavor. It is also known as Indian Orange Pekoe.Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Authentic taste of the "European Style Butter" Cucumber Tea Sandwich.
Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Here a blended tea that will enliven, delight and refresh. Try it at breakfast for an uplifting start to the day. Stimulates circulation, warms the body, expels cold, stimulates digestion, and supports the kidneySubmitted by KM2993

I don't make my own pesto sauce for this recipe. I just buy it pre-made commercially.
You can also scale down the calories by switching the sourdough to whole wheat bread, and using mustard instead of mayo.Submitted by ~ASHLEYB~

Submitted by DARCYVENZY

This almond shortbread recipe replaces my mom's buttery shortbread. My new and improved version has less than half the calories and fat.
Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A nice blend of spices that warm and soothe your cravings and taste buds. It goes great with low calorie biscuits or other teatime treats.Submitted by IMPULSED

These fluffy apple scones are wonderful alone, with butter, or even a light vanilla glaze. Perfect for Sunday Brunch.Submitted by ALENAORRISON

Chamomile is a daisy. It is a wonderful remedy for sleep disorders such as insomnia. Simply make a cup of tea 30 to 45 minutes before going to bed to treat sleeplessness.
Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Instead of a whole pie, try making bite-size tarts. The diminutive desserts cook quicker and are automatically portion controlled. Plus, they're easier to make for a crowd, and there's no need for a fork and plate.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG