Afternoon tea is one of the UK's most famous food traditions, although modern versions are often far more elaborate than the ...

Back in the 1700s, before domestic ovens were an affordable option, villagers would come to this local bakery to make use of the shared oven. Today, this Sussex community bakery has been given the ...

Afternoon tea is a treat loved by not only Brits but also across the world and is something many of us like to enjoy every now and then. While there are new afternoon teas popping up across the ...

From chic cocktail‑and‑cake pairings in the city to garden centre tiers and railway journeys with scones, Lancashire and ...

“Under certain circumstances there are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea,” wrote Henry James in “The Portrait of a Lady.” “Teatime” is one ...

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. The ritual of afternoon tea has a rich—and uniquely British—history. The ...

London still does afternoon tea better than anyone: from grand hotels to intimate venues, polished service, warm scones, and now a wave of fresher, more inventive menus. London still hosts afternoon ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Caitlin Palumbo covers global dining and travel news and experiences. The British tradition of afternoon tea has been around for ...