Indholdsfortegnelse for May/June 2023 i TeaTime

come for tea Anglophile readers of TeaTime will undoubtedly find this British-themed issue to be precisely their cup of tea. In it, we celebrate the upcoming May 6thcoronation of King Charles III with a regal afternoon-tea menu and table setting (page 35) and pay homage to his former title, Prince of Wales, with a more casual teatime inspired by Welsh cuisine and customs (page 49). Contributing editor Bruce Richardson discusses the tea customs of Wales in his Perfect Cup column (page 17). Scone-making takes centerstage in this issue’s installment of our Teatime Tips series (page 61) as our recipe developers and food stylists who are responsible for the delicious creations that appear in the magazine and I share helpful advice. Our UK-based contributing editor, Jane Pettigrew, who owned a tearoom…

Wedgwood Jasperware, the most famous of Josiah Wedgwood’s creations, is renowned in the world of fine china for its brilliantly smooth matte finish adorned with neo-classical reliefs. This vessel—ornamented with cherubs, stately figures, and intricate flora in a cameo-like effect—provides a stunning accoutrement for a myriad of teatime settings.…

Savory Cheddar & Leek Tea Sandwiches Makes 24 Welsh Glamorgan Sausage, a vegetarian cylindrical medley of cheese and leeks, inspired the flavors of this sandwich. Traditionally, local Caerphilly cheese—a crumbly white cheese with a lemony tang—is utilized, but in this version, we call for cream cheese, white Cheddar cheese, and fresh lemon zest to be combined, as Caerphilly cheese is not readily available outside of Wales. 1 tablespoon unsalted butter½ cup chopped leeks, white part only1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened6 ounces white Cheddar cheese, coarsely grated4 teaspoons soy sauce1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest2 teaspoons prepared English mustard1½ teaspoons ground sage1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme¼ teaspoon ground black pepper¼ teaspoon onion powder⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt12 large slices multigrain bread • In a…

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Decaf Earl Grey Tea SIMPSON & VAIL | svtea.com TEACUP: 1890s Hammersley Trio “The bergamot oil really shines through, giving this tea a bright burst of citrus flavor, and the decaffeinated option allows me to enjoy a cup of tea anytime.” —Shelby Duffy, editorial assistant No. 123, Smokey Earl Grey BELLOCQ TEA ATELIER | bellocqtea.com TEACUP: Aynsley Piano Keys with Bows “Behind a smokey aroma from Lapsang Souchong lies the taste of a surprisingly sweet and smooth Earl Grey with pleasant hints of lavender.” —Lorna Reeves, editor Monet Earl Grey Lavender CHICAGO TEA HOUSE | chicagoteahouse.com TEACUP: Royal Chelsea Duo “A harmonious combination of classic Earl Grey with aromatic lavender blossoms results in a lovely cup of tea evocative of a beautiful English garden.” —Courtni Bodiford, stylist Earl Grey Crème…

“And the secret garden bloomed and bloomed and every morning revealed new miracles.”—FRANCES HODGSON BURNETT, The Secret Garden Cucumber-Herb Tea Sandwiches Makes 9 Fresh lemon zest, almonds, parsley, mint, and basil add bright taste to a cream cheese spread to elevate customary cucumber sandwiches in this herbaceous and summery take on traditional teatime fare. 4 ounces cream cheese, softened½ teaspoon fresh lemon zest1 pinch fine sea salt1 pinch fresh ground black pepper1 tablespoon finely chopped roasted lightly salted whole almonds2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves1½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley½ English cucumber6 large slices firm white sandwich bread • In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese, lemon zest, salt, and pepper with a mixer at medium-high speed until combined and creamy. Stir…

Gluten-free Honey, Almond & Orange Scones Makes 12 Almonds, honey, and orange blossom water add welcome nutty, sweet, and citrusy notes to these cream-based bakes that taste like summertime in a scone. 2½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend*1 cup blanched almond flour*1 tablespoon baking power¼ teaspoon fine sea salt½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed⅓ cup sliced almonds, coarsely chopped1 cup plus 1 tablespoon cold heavy whipping cream, divided3 tablespoons plus ¼ teaspoon honey, divided½ teaspoon orange blossom water** • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry blender or 2 forks, cut butter into flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in chopped almonds. • In a small…

“You can’t often change the big stuff in life, but you can have a good cup of tea,” observes Beverly-Claire Wainwright. While most tea drinkers might not know her name, tea growers in Sri Lanka, Scotland, Myanmar, and the United States have valued her expertise for a decade. Beverly readily admits that she wasn’t particularly interested in tea nor was she an avid tea drinker for most of her life; though, she did have a loose-leaf-tea phase while studying geology at university. After graduation, she opened a ceramics studio. Then came marriage and a baby, which required a change of focus. She had a good camera and decided to use it to do freelance work while her child was little. Eventually, Beverly secured a job managing a photography company. “I…

Savory Spreads & Toppings Caesar Salad Vinaigrette 30 Coronation Spread 38 Tahini Spread 29 Scones Apricot-Orange Scones 32 Gluten-free Honey, Almond & Orange Scones 59 Lemon Scones 53 Sultana–Poppy Seed Scones 42 Sweet Fillings, Spreads & Toppings Creamy Lemon Curd 43 Dark Chocolate Ganache Filling 47 Elderflower Pastry Cream 46 Honeyed Whipped Cream 34 Italian Meringue 43 Orange Curd 57 Vanilla Buttercream 46 Vanilla Whipped Cream 57 Sweets Bara Brith Tea Bread 55 Blueberry-Blackberry Cakes with Honeyed Whipped Cream 33 Chocolate-Walnut Brownies 33 Hibiscus Shortbread 33 Lemon Curd & Meringue Tartlets 43 Orange Curd & Cream Layer Cake 57 Royal Religieux 46 Strawberry–Dark Chocolate Macarons 47 Welsh Cakes 55 Tea Sandwiches Classic Chicken Caesar Salad Tea Sandwiches 29 Coronation Beef Tea Sandwiches 38 Cucumber-Herb Tea Sandwiches 29 Egg & Cress…

May 2–7 Coronation of King Charles III Multiple seatings Shakespeare’s Corner Shoppe & Afternoon Tea San Diego, California Commemorate the grand coronation of Great Britain’s new king at a wonderfully British teatime. Copious cups of tea, tasty savories, delectable scones, and decadent sweets are sure to satisfy. A special toast to King Charles III and a reading of memorable quotes will delight at the 4 p.m. seating. Tickets for this truly royal affair, which cost $52.95 per person, are available to purchase by visiting afternoonteasandiego.com or calling 619-683-2748. 7 Mother-Daughter Tea Party 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Gorton Center Lake Forest, Illinois Celebrate Mother’s Day with a lovely mother-daughter tea party in the beautiful Stuart Room. Indulge in a marvelous afternoon tea, featuring scones, crumpets, finger sandwiches, tea, lemonade, and more,…

Coronation Beef Tea Sandwiches Makes 15 The famous recipe for “Poulet Reine Elizabeth,” otherwise known as Coronation Chicken, was created in 1953 to be served at the coronation luncheon of Queen Elizabeth II. In our masculine and hearty take on the historic savory, we keep in tradition with coating meat in warming spices, like curry powder, but replace the chicken with tender beef filets and let it mingle naturally with a flavorful spread instead of blending them together into a salad of sorts. 2 (8-ounce) beef filet mignons2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided¼ teaspoon garlic salt¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper¼ teaspoon paprika10 slices brioche sandwich bread3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperatureCoronation Spread (recipe follows)1 cup loosely packed spring lettuces • Season all sides of beef filets evenly with 1…

COVER Wedgwood Jasperware teapot, creamer, covered sugar bowl; Spode Geisha Light Blue teacup and saucer sets; Minton Cheviot salad plates; Holmes & Edwards Lovely Lady silverplate salad forks available for rent at Tea and Old Roses, 205-413-7753, teaandoldroses.com. Vine Floral Boutis round tablecloth ($135.96) from Williams-Sonoma, 877-812-6235, williams-sonoma.com. Napkins, silver platters, and vase from private collection. TITLE PAGE Page 2: Portmerion Welsh Dresser teapot (price unavailable), 8-inch canton vase (price unavailable); Johnson Brothers Regency covered sugar bowl ($35.99) from Replacements, Ltd., 800-737-5223, replacements.com. Tablecloth from private collection. Location courtesy of Rebecca McCracken. MASTHEAD Page 5: [Clockwise from top left] Aynsley Piano Keys with Bows teacup and saucer set($125); Hammersley 12971 trio set ($225); Royal Chelsea 763A teacup and saucer set($59); Shelley Dainty Blue Charms teacup and saucer set ($95) from…