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The Art of Tea: The History, Etiquette and Modern Presentation of Classic Afternoon Tea

Tea service is as much an art as it is a history lesson, and if history has taught us anything, it’s to be repeated. Grab your girlfriends and tuck into one of Westchester’s parlors for a decadent experience we could all get used to.

Once the purview of British one-percenters, afternoon tea has evolved over the centuries and has become a simple, inherently stress-relieving pastime—one that evokes warmth and comfort (not social status).

A History of Tea: From an Aristocratic
Custom to a Daily Tradition
Enjoying Modern Tea Service
at Silver Tips Tea in Tarrytown
Tea Etiquette and How to
Brew the Perfect Cup of Tea
Tea’s Health Benefits:
Drinking in the Holistic Treatment
Classic Scone and
Tea Sandwich Recipes

 

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