![]() But this is nor the correct usage of the term, or the correct way to refer to of the article: Because I used to host an afternoon tea for an historical society, I've been to (or at the very least highly researched) all of the spots around Chicago (where I live) which serve afternoon tea, including tourist traps, quaint shops run by British ex-pats, and expensive hotels serving it at over $50 per head. Yes, the term "high tea" is sometimes used when referring to afternoon tea, true. The type of tea you are referring to (with small desserts, pastries, and things like that) is afternoon tea. June 6, I can't vouch for anon93692's description of it being a mainly Scottish thing but the types of foods consumed at a high tea that s/he described are accurate. A glass of Champagne might be added for a special celebration. This term would never be used in the UK for an elegant affair! The social event which takes place mid to late afternoon is “Afternoon Tea” and consists of tea, sandwiches, scones (often with jam and cream) and pastries. Strange how in some areas outside the UK, the name “high tea” has caught on as a social event, when in fact it is a basic simple meal at the end of a working day and eaten round the family table. ![]()
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