cucumber cups<\/a> are all options to consider with the rule being they should all be small and elegant in size.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSweet snacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It is not necessary to have a tier of sweet items although one tier is commonly reserved for cakes and fine patisserie. Sweets are always welcome and are solace for the soul! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The options abound mini pastries, tiny seasonal fruit tarts, madeleines, mini cupcakes, petit \u00e9clairs or choux pastry filled with decadent cream or custard. When preparing many items, it is good to select those that can be prepared in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Palate cleansers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It is completely optional but palate cleansers help to remove any aftertaste from a particular food before tasting the next item. Whilst the tea served may function as a palate cleanser, other options are a light green tea, mint tea or water. Neutral snacks such as unsalted crackers or pretzels, or unsalted almonds and pumpkin seeds have a similar function. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whatever is on the menu, an afternoon tea session is a welcoming and enjoyable affair. What is more comforting than a variety of delicious food with treats and a cup of tea!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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