Tea services – traditional vs. modern vs. basic
March 12, 2013 by LindsayIn the U.S., the final show of Downton Abbey was shown a few weeks ago. And it seems that an entire continent is going through withdrawal (we know those of you in Great Britain experienced this a few months ago). So just in time to provide an emergency proper English fix, Serious Eats has published, “A Short Introduction to Afternoon Tea in London.
The author explains that after being asked to meet a friend for afternoon tea, “my first thought is not where, but what kind.” She then explains the differences among traditional, modern, and basic tea services. Simply put, they are:
- Traditional: the classic, old-fashioned, full-service, white glove teas
- Modern: the full tea (savory, sweets, and scones), but in a less formal setting where the food is often more contemporary
- Basic: very casual teas where you can opt for just pastries and tea
The differences are explained in detail, along with some suggested destinations, but obviously, to cure a Downton Abbey fix, the Traditional is the only way to go.
Photo credit: Kathy YL Chan
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