Simpson, Helen
The London Ritz Book of Afternoon Tea: The Art and Pleasures of Taking Tea
- ISBN 13:
- 9780091909949
- author:
- Simpson, Helen
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Ebury Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 64
- Dimensions:
- 18.08 x 15.7 x 1.09 centimetres
- Genre:
- General cookery
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The quintessential English occasion of afternoon tea is captured in this charming book, written with the expertise of the sumptuous Ritz London Hotel. With stories, recipes, and fascinating details about the history of tea drinking, this book is a comprehensive guide to the ceremony and its traditions.
Over fifty recipes are included for different kinds of afternoon tea specialities, from delicate sandwiches and sweet treats to hearty teas in front of a roaring fire. The author also provides an infallible guide to the many blends of tea and their suitability to particular occasions.
Beautifully presented and delightfully illustrated, this book is a must-have for tea drinkers everywhere.