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Ellen Easton's Columns and
Recipes:
Tea Menus:
Afternoon Tea a
la Francaise
Check out
this French inspired tea menu.
 Afternoon Tea From The Garden
A traditional afternoon tea
menu was not created with the dietary restrictions one faces in
today's modern world. To be mindful of vegetarians, as well as
those watching high cholesterol, blood sugars, and heart healthy
choices, creating a healthy afternoon tea menu can be a challenge.
Autumn Afternoon Tea
Whether
your afternoon tea is prepared from scratch, store bought items, or
a combination of the two, the key to any good party is a balanced
menu. The occasion need not be an expensive endeavor, provided all
items are served fresh and presented in a style pleasing to the eye,
your guests are certain to have a great time. Do not be a tea snob,
but regardless if the teas served are loose-leaf or from a tea bag,
all tea must be decanted before pouring.
Buffet Tea for Easy Entertaining
It is very simple to have a
buffet tea a home.
A buffet tea needn’t be expensive, nor time consuming to prepare. There are many marvelous sources available by mail order and in your
local supermarkets. All it takes for one to create a beautiful
buffet tea party is imagination and a good guest list. Check out Ellen hints and tips for the perfect
buffet tea.
 Mother's Day Afternoon
Tea Menu
Mother's
Day should be everyday. Celebrating the women who raise children is
not limited to just the women who give birth. Any woman who takes
the time to nurture and oversee the well being and development of
another, often sacrificing their own needs and dreams, deserves
distinctive recognition. We would not be who we are without these
wonderful people.
Rose Garden Tea
with the Queen
Maintaining a tradition that began in 1860 with Queen Victoria, every year
Queen Elizabeth II opens the private gardens at Buckingham Palace to host
three afternoon tea parties, each attended by 8,000 guests respectively.
 Springtime Tea Menu
A springtime tea is the perfect time of year to embrace the luxuries
of fashion. Whether your party is an indoor formal affair or an
outdoor garden celebration. It is a great excuse to put on your
favorite dress, pearls, and gloves with the added indulgence of a
fabulous new hat. Invite your friends and loved ones for a festive
gathering.
Summer Rose Tea
According to the folklore of
tea, once upon a time a lady was not allowed to socialize unescorted
except in her rose garden. It was here women met, unrestricted by
social rules of etiquette, to speak freely amongst the roses.
Throughout Europe, during the 1800s, the theme of the rose continued
to weave a thread, as afternoon tea flourished in both the public
gardens and tearooms.
Victorian Tea
A delicious and beautiful menu
for an outstanding Victorian Tea.
Tea Salons:
Afternoon Tea Renaissance - The Plaza's Palm Court
Surrounded by the European splendor of the Palm Court courtyard, the
afternoon tea caters to the different tastes of its sophisticated
clientele. A blend of the best tea - time traditions with new and
innovative ideas, creates a balance and flavorful combination to
appeal to all guests.
Bergdorf-Goodman
Prêt-A-Portea -
Afternoon Tea for the
Fashionista
Cafe BG in Bergdorf-Goodman, New York City's epitome emporium of
chic and The Berkeley of London have combined forces to present the
ultimate three-course afternoon tea. When the craftsmanship of
couture meets the artistry of haute cuisine the results are fashion
week fabulous.
 Lady Mendl's Tea Salon
An absolutely charming establishment
tucked away inside New York City's Inn at Irving Place.
Located in the heart of the Gramercy Park historical district, when
one ascends the front staircase, one enters a splendid 1800s
townhouse replicating a world gone by.
Tea Information:
A Tea Tasting
For your own enjoyment, a special event, a theme party, business
venture or classroom education, having a tea tasting is an easy and
fun way to explore the vast variety of offerings available in the
world of tea.
Etiquette Faux
Pas and Other Misconceptions About Afternoon Tea
Due to the
new popularity of Afternoon Tea, many people have jumped on the
bandwagon, including hotels, caterers, party planners, and protocol
and etiquette “experts.” While their enthusiasm is well
intended, unfortunately a great deal of misinformation is being
perpetuated by these “experts.”
How To Brew Perfect Tea
Learn how to brew a perfect pot of
tea. Article excerpted from
Tea Travels™...
For the Holidays, Anyone Can Make Perfect Tea,
by Ellen Easton.
Invitation to Afternoon Tea
The
invitation has just arrived in the mail. What do you do next? When
one is invited to an afternoon tea, or any event for that matter,
there are protocols that apply and should be followed.
Metropolitan Museum of Art's Treasure Trove of Tea
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, located at 1000 Fifth Avenue,
nestled in the heart of New York City's Central Park's upper East
Side is a treasure trove for any tea lover. As there are literally
over eighty-thousand tea related objects of decorative art, silver,
porcelain, furniture, sculpture, paintings, and photography, one
could literally spend an entire day or more exploring the artistic
wonders that the museum has to offer.
Retro Dinner Parties
1959 Back Yard Tented Summer Dinner Dance for 50 People
Early
1960s Sit Down Christmas Dinner for 20 People
 Tea
& Health: Exploring Herbal Teas
For
thousands of years, much has been written and said about the health
benefits of tea. It is important to consider the source of
information before embracing it. It is equally important never to
begin any new dietary or supplementary regime without consulting
with your personal physician.
Tea Time
F.A.Q.
Ellen Easton answers questions asked by readers of her book and this
web site.
The Afternoon Tea Gowns
La
Belle Epoque,1880-1914,”the beautiful era”, was a gilded age,
bringing with it great opulence coinciding with the demise of the
old fashioned aristocracy and traditional ways. Dominated by a
society indulging in the refinements of luxurious elegance, the era
was defined by women unburdened with financial constraints who were
able to gratify themselves with extravagant home entertaining and
fin-de-siecle esthetics.
 The Gift of Good Manners
The holiday season is a time for
celebration and gift giving. To insure a good time is had by all, there
can be no better gift than the gift of good manners™. No child is too
young begin the learning process of civility and no adult is too old to
refresh one's social skills.
Practicing a few simple rules, in advance, will guarantee that the
guests as well as the hosts will feel comfortable and relaxed at the
holiday table.
Understanding the reason why a rule is, in fact, a rule can be helpful
when teaching a young child. As early as possible engage young children
to participate in the process. Children will learn by watching and
doing! Take the time to set the table correctly. Designate one day a
week for each child to set the table. Have a private tea party to make
learning not only educational but fun.
Understanding Tea Time Service
Afternoon Tea is
one of the most special times of the day. An occasion
one looks forward to with great anticipation and high
expectations for a perfect experience. But have you ever
considered what your perfect experience entails to
produce?
What is a Tea or Etiquette Consultant?
Just
because a person or institution has a high profile, TV presence, books with
pretty pictures, attends trade shows, or an attractive advertising campaign does
not necessarily mean they are providing accurate information or are the best
teachers.
Before signing on for an expensive program,
do your homework,
consider the source and question the background and credentials from whence the
information is provided.
Yerba Mate
Is it a
tea or is it an infusion? The answer is Yerba Mate can be both. Yerba Mate can be a tea provided that the
Yerba Mate leaves are blended with tea leaves.
Revered for centuries by the native peoples of the Guarani tribe for
its medicinal qualities, of late scientists and consumers alike are
rediscovering the wealth of health benefits associated with Yerba
Mate.
Ellen Easton's recipes:
Beverages:
Apple
Tea Toddy
Ellen's Holiday Tea
Blend
Hot Chocolate
How To Brew Perfect Tea
Learn how to brew a perfect pot of
tea. Article excerpted from
Tea Travels™...
For the Holidays, Anyone Can Make Perfect Tea,
by Ellen Easton.
Iced Tea Punch
Maple Tea
Cakes & Tea Breads:
 20-Layer Crepe Cake
Almond Honey Pound Cake
Chocolate Icebox Cake
Cinnamon-Vanilla Tea Cake with Spiced Crumb Topping
Financier Almond Cake
Gingerbread Tea Loaf
Pumpkin Tea Cake
Reva's Rose Petit Four Cake
Quatre-Quarts Pound Cakes
Spring Bonnet Petit Fours
Candy & Cookies:
 Candied Orange Rind
Chewy Ginger Cookies
Crystallized/Candied Edible Flowers
Macaroons
Maple Shortbread Cookies
Mini Chocolate Tea Brownies
Orange Blossom Infused Chocolate
Truffles
Sugar Cookies
Toasted Coconut Oatmeal
Cookies
Miscellaneous Recipes:
 Almonds - Learn About Almonds
Financier Almond Cake, Almond Glaze, and Almond
Whipped Cream Recipes
An Apple A Day
Apple Butter, Apple Biscuit Scones,
Apple Boursin Cheese Open Face Finger Sandwiches, and Apple Tea
Toddy Recipes
Apple Butter
Baked Apple Sauce
Betsy's Black Bean Salad
Hazelnut Creme Filling
and
Maple Creme Filling
Holiday Pumpkin Soup
Marinated Beet and Roasted Walnut Cornucopia
Mushroom Lemon Dill Tartlet
Reva's Vegetable Quiche
Rose Petal Jam
Tea Infused Eggs
(Marbleized Eggs)
Tea-Infused Orange Cream
Pudding
Scones :
 Apple Biscuit Scones
Ellen's Plain Scones
Holiday
Butterscotch-Ginger Tea Scones
Lavender Scones
Orange Cranberry Scones
Plaza Scones -
Pastry Chef Jasmina Bojic's Scones
Rose Petal Drop Scones
Tea Sandwiches:
 Apple Boursin Cheese Open Face Finger
Sandwiches
Decorated Easter Egg Tea Sandwiches
Tea Sandwich Spreads (Orange Marmalade
Spread & Fig Spread)
Turkey-Cranberry Sliders
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ELLEN EASTON , author of AFTERNOON TEA...TIPS,
TERMS and TRADITIONS, Manners Do Matter™ and Good $ense For $uccess™
(RED WAGON PRESS), is a consultant to
leading hotels and tearooms, including The PLAZA and LADY MENDL’s, is speaker and designer of related products to the
hotel, food service, retail, and special event industries.
REVA PAUL, an internationally acclaimed confectionery artist,
hand decorated floral sugars and mints are available by special
order for teas, weddings, and special events. Wholesale/Retail -
Bulk & Gift boxed. All prices on request via RED WAGON PRESS
(212) 722-7981.
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AFTERNOON TEA...TIPS,TERMS and TRADITIONS
By Ellen Easton
72 pages of how to’s, history, etiquette
and FAQ about afternoon tea, serving styles and more. |
TEA TRAVELS™FOR THE HOLIDAYS
By Ellen Easton
64 pages, 21 color photos. A complete holiday menu includes
25 easy to prepare recipes; theme teas, decorating &
gift ideas, invitation template, and secret sources.
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