The English tradition of afternoon tea scones, dainty sandwiches and
Darjeeling at 4 p.m. was invented in the mid 1800s by Anna Maria
Russell, the 7th Duchess of Bedford, as a way to stave off that sinking
feeling between luncheon and supper.
In an effort to revive the tradition, (because who doesnt need a 4
oclock pick-me-up) were baking bundts and stocking the pantry with as
assortment of teas that even the royals would swoon over.
Take a peek at the lovely selection hand-picked by the aficionados over
at Tea Sparrow.
A package of loose-leaf blends from various brands is delivered to your
door each month. Think Lavender Earl Grey or English black tea with
bergamot, caramel and rose-petals.
Heres to high tea. Athena Tsavliris
Your monthly subscription ($20) includes four blends of loose-leaf tea, www.teasparrow.com
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