Planning a Christmas, Holiday, or Winter Afternoon Tea Party
* Tea party planning should begin with a list of dear ladies with whom you would like to share this beautiful holiday afternoon. It is also possible to welcome gentlemen if you would like. * If you want to have an intimate tea party, invite only three or four closest friends. * But if you plan a large event, it will be much easier and comfortable to organize a buffet style gathering. * Create personalized invitations beforehand. If a special dress code is required (formal dress, holiday colors, or lovely hats) you should include this information into the invitation. An RSVP request provides you the appropriate amount of treats which will be ready and waiting for guests. * If you plan a light afternoon tea start the party at 3:30 or 4:00. * If you want to have a large meal, «high tea» should be served. It will require more substantial fare and research. * Choose a beautiful location for your tea party. If your afternoon tea party is held in winter find a cozy warm place close to an area which will fit good for serving, for example it can be near a romantic crackling fireplace. If there is no fireplace you can decorate the room preserving the party theme, perhaps near the Christmas tree. Table Settings and Tableware for Afternoon Tea
1. You should use Christmas or holiday dish sets an linens. It will be also great if you use different charming eclectic items complementing each other in color or theme. Don't forget to add silver and gold for sparkle. 2. Create a beautiful low centerpiece from fresh holiday greenery such as holly or pine cones. Place larger displays on buffet tables.
3. To set an enchanting atmosphere use flickering glittery candles, lush wreaths and play soft holiday music. Look through different magazines to find more ideas and tips for decorating table and home. Planning and Preparing the Teatime Treats
*A good place where you can find tea fare recipes is Food Network. For your Christmas party you can choose a toasty winter squash soup, homemade biscuits, cranberry or orange scones with delightful toppings, delicate holiday Old-Fashioned Ginger Snaps cookies, petit fours and sweet mini tarts. * Find a good quality tasty tea. Earl grey is known as the most delicious. You can also look for special holiday flavored teas such as peppermint or Christmas teas which will also fit the mood. * If your guests give the preference to another drinks, try to make a tasty mulled apple cider. Relaxing and Enjoying the Holiday English Afternoon Tea Party
1. Prepare everything well for the party before your guests arrive. You will have more free time left for visiting and creating an atmosphere of friendship and cozyness. 2. Throughout the party you can sit back an enjoy the conversation and warmth of the season and eat delightful seasonal food. 3. If you want to preserve all tea manners you can find out about it more studying English Afternoon Tea Etiquette. 4. Think of creating a thoughtful keepsake gift for your guests which they can take with them as they leave. This will make them feel warm and special. A great example of such gift can be shiny gift boxes filled with butter mints, an assortment of holiday teas wrapped in tulle and tied with a holiday ribbon, or a tea-oriented ornament or decoration. Conclusion
Whatever type or style of Afternoon Tea you want to plan, guests will definitely feel the spirit of the holidays when caring touches and loving details which you include in the planning an execution of a charming Christmas tea party.
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