The ultimate teatime collection, with an introductory guide to the history and etiquette of afternoon tea, and 200 classic recipes for sandwiches, savouries, cakes, gateaux and other treats. Winner of the Best Pastry and Desserts Cookbook at the Gourmand International Cookbook Awards 2020! Imagine a table laden with homemade scones and muffins, freshly made sandwiches and savouries, biscuits and cookies, cakes and pastries of all varieties, and seasonal fruit jams. Afternoon tea is a perfect treat, to be enjoyed by everyone whenever you can, not just a ritual for high days and holidays. It opens with a brief history of afternoon tea traditions and etiquette. A guide to specialty teas of the world follows, and of course information on how to choose, blend and make the perfect cup of tea. There are recipes suitable for traditional high tea, family afternoon tea, teatime celebrations or an indulgent get-together - and recipes to suit the different seasons and all tastes!