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A high tea party is a wonderful occasion - both casual and professional. Whether you are meeting prospective clients or having a casual gathering with your friends, a high tea party is a setting to relax and unwind. Especially, if you are the host, it is your chance to show your party-organizer skills and impress your guests.
Creating a menu for a high tea party may appear to be a simple task, but it isn’t. You must consider something light and yet delicious; something that is not messy and your guests can easily handle. Because, there will be a lot of meet and greet at a high tea party, and guests will not be sitting around the entire time. Captain Joe is here to help. Our specialty is creating an enticing menu for a high tea party, and we have catered to hundreds of such parties in and around Gurgaon. We've come up with a few ideas to get you started.
The Venue
A high tea party requires a certain venue and ambiance. Though it is common practice to have an outdoor setting, remember that we want the party to be set in an elegant and relaxed setting. There are a lot of ways to design a space that will make your guests feel comfortable and relaxed.
Also remember, the caterers need space to set up the tables and services need to be moved around. So your menu for the high tea party is also dependent on the size of the venue. If you plan the party indoors, ensure that there is enough moving space for the guests. An outdoor lawn or garden is a great option if you expect a larger crowd.
Welcome Drink & Appetizers
One of the easiest ways to welcome your guests when they arrive is to offer a cocktail or mocktail, and pairing it with an appetizer. For example, you can serve your guests a drink and offer them an appetizer such as olives, nuts, and crackers. This will give them a taste of what is to come and make them feel welcome.
Some popular appetizers menu for a high tea party include canapés, tray bakes, savoury pastries, and nibbles. You can also offer a selection of drinks to choose from, such as coffee, tea, spiced wine, and soft drinks such as lemonade, soda, and juice.
Tea Service
It is easy to overlook the quintessential 'Tea' in between the main course and dessert. Tea is as important as your entrees and the main spread. Find a list of top teas for the day and set your menu for high tea party around it. It is important to understand each tea flavor and selecting the menu to match it. Offer a few different flavors that go well with your spread. You want your guests to enjoy the tea as much as they will be enjoying the delectable spread you have planned for them.
The Spread
The spread is the heart of a high tea party. It is the main event, where you spend the most time and care to make it perfect. You want to make sure you have a variety of finger foods, appetizers, and desserts to choose from. You can even offer a selection of breads, such as bagels, croissants, muffins, scones, and teacakes. Most of these are finger food, so they are easy to serve.
It is important to understand what your guests prefer when it comes to their afternoon tea. Is it a traditional spread with sandwiches, cakes, and scones or are you going with a more modern interpretation with pastries, cookies, and cookies? Whatever your guests prefer, you can create a menu for the high tea party to cater to it. Setting out a selection of tea and coffee choices is a great way to start the spread.
Sandwiches
Sandwiches are great for serving both vegetarian and non-vegetarian fare. They are easy to make and serve, and they are a great way to offer variety. You can have a selection of fillings such as cheese, ham, chicken, turkey, and more.
There are so many types of sandwiches you can serve, such as cheese, spinach, egg, and hummus. You can also serve a variety of breads, such as lavash, bread rolls, and bagels. You can also serve a selection of spreads, such as honey, jam, and peanut butter.
Scones
Scones are forgiving: you can substitute just about anything for the basic flour, sugar, eggs, and butter. You can top scones with anything, from fresh fruit to jam, frosting, ice cream, yogurt, or even whipped cream if you prefer.
There are so many types of scones you can add to the menu for high tea party, such as sweet or savory. They can be plain or fancy. They can be elaborate with fillings or simple and traditional. They can be served alongside a large breakfast of fruit and yogurt, or served with tea or coffee and a slice of cake for dessert.
Teacakes & Crumpets
Teacakes and crumpets are two of the most popular teatime treats you need to add to your menu for the high tea party. They are shaped like balls of bread and baked in a tin. They are then cut in half and served either warm or cold, both of which are equally delicious.
They are yeast-risen pastries that are usually sweetened and sprinkled with dried fruit. They're typically served warm, either alone or with a cup of tea. They're a great way to cap off a tea party with a sweet treat that everyone will enjoy.
Other Sweets & Savories
You can also add a variety of other sweets and savories to your menu for high tea party. You can offer a variety of cookies, cakes, and pastries.
- Cookies are a great way to offer variety, sweetness, and crunch. You can offer a variety of cookies, from chocolate chip to sugar, to fruit, to sugar and spice, to sugar and chocolate, to sugar and oatmeal, to sugar and poppy, to sugar and chocolate chip.
- Doughnuts are a fun option to serve if your guests are of all ages and you want to keep them engaged. Kids will also love them, as many of them like doughnuts.
- French fries are a favorite finger food to include in your menu for high tea party. They are a traditional side dish to offer alongside your tea, tea cake, or dessert. They can be made from scratch or bought frozen, so even if you don’t have fresh potatoes, they can still be used.
- Incorporating chips and salsa into your menu can also help liven things up. You can offer chips and salsa as a finger food or as a topping for an entree such as a taco salad.
High tea parties are a great way to have fun with friends, relax with family, and socialize with colleagues. They help you create a lasting social connection, and can also be a fun way to spend time together and enjoy some finger food and tea at the same time.
Captain Joe can provide you with the menu for your next high tea party. You will be able to customize your menu to fit your needs and offer a great experience to your guests.
Call us today and let us start planning for the next best high tea party in town!
