Taking tea is one of the quintessentially English occasions, and who is a greater authority on the subject than the sumptuous Ritz London Hotel? This charming Edwardian-style book captures the essence of this traditional British pastime, and provides us with all the expertise on the ceremony as well as the recipes. Stories about the legendary afternoon teas at The Ritz and fascinating details about the history of tea drinking are complemented with passages from such diverse writers as Charles Dickens to Oscar Wilde. Over fifty recipes are included for different kinds of afternoon tea specialities, from delicate sandwiches, strawberry shortcake and rose petal jam, to crumpets and muffins for hearty teas in front of a roaring fire. The author gives an infallible guide to the many blends of tea and their suitability to particular occasions. Beautifully presented and delightfully illustrated, this book is the perfect gift for tea drinkers everywhere.
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"charming...It's quite right that everything should stop for tea." (Homes and Gardens )
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An irresistible collection of traditional teatime recipes and charming stories from the world famous Ritz Hotel
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By Eleni
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Format:Hardcover
This is a lovely little book about afternoon tea. It contains many really good classic recipes for sandwiches and cakes, jams and scones to go with tea as well as information about different kinds of tea and how to prepare the perfect pot. In addition there are lots of tea trivia and references to literature; my personal favorite is the glorified cucumber sandwich in Oscar Wilde's "The Importance of Being Ernest". Finally as the book is one of the Ritz London book series, it describes how afternoon tea is served at the Ritz and the history of that elegant institution. A great cookbook to have, for anyone who enjoys drinking tea.
55 of 58 people found the following review helpful
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This little Victorian-style book in peach, black and white has lots of stories about the history of the afternoon tea as well as all the traditional recipes. Stories about the origins of the afternoon tea are illustrated with passages from Dickens to Oscar Wilde. There are chapters on 'winter teas', 'summer teas' and chapters on 'foreign cakes and wicked cakes'. There is a wealth of recipes as well as a description of how a to cook them. This is an ideal little book for an experienced cook who has been searching for a particular traditional recipe, this book is sure to have it.
21 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By D.H.
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There are some nice little recipes in the book, some quirky bits of odd information, but I was just disappointed that there were no colour photos of the finished recipes.
It is an interesting little book, just a slight let down imo, the sleeve is awash with colour, but on opening the book it is a disappointment to find just pencil line drawings.
I like the look of recipes though.
It is an interesting little book, just a slight let down imo, the sleeve is awash with colour, but on opening the book it is a disappointment to find just pencil line drawings.
I like the look of recipes though.
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love it
Great present and it arrived really quickly which was great because it was a birthday and christmas present. Loved it!
Published 14 days ago by katie
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Cute
A very cute book but just that. Nicely illustrated with some good recipes. It makes a nice gift but I wouldn't purchase again.
Published 1 month ago by P. Maharaj
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Love it and ten stars for it.
I love this book, great receipes for either light lunch or afternoon tea. It also gives you good knowledge about most of the teas we use everyday, where the are originated from and... Read more
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Tea At The Ritz
i was lucky enough to 'Take Tea' at the Ritz in London a couple of years back, and the experience was exquisite. Read more
Published 3 months ago by John
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Nice little book
Bought as a Christmas present along with tea from Fortnum and Masons. The receiver of the present was vey happy.
Published 4 months ago by rog
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for ladies that lunch
lovely sweet book full of smashing recipes and a good read, compilmented the cake stand i bought as a gift and made a good stocking filler,
Published 5 months ago by granny happy
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disappointing.
I was a bit disappointed. Expecting a book with the standard of such a grand hotel, but inside very dull, no photos, poor drawings and graphics. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Rp Dupont
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The Art of Taking Tea
This is an absolutely charming little book. With the history of taking tea, and recipes for traditional scones and other such yummy things, it made the perfect birthday present... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Lissy Wells
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Lovely book of traditions and recipes
This little book is an enjoyable read giving light to traditions and old recipes, great alongside the Ritz book of cocktails. Read more
Published on 18 May 2011 by Tracy from Northampton
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fun to read!
I am very happy about the purchase. Fast shipping in excellent condition. Book is fun to read. Very informative as well
Published on 17 May 2011 by emine
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