Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to thank mums for all their hard work. This year, why not show your mum how much you care by hosting a private high tea filled with all her favourite goodies?
Make High Tea at Home for a Loved One
Traditionally, high teas are served on a three-tiered cake stand – so, if you own one, dust it off. If you don’t, you can follow the same principle by serving three distinct courses. Follow our guide for a high tea that’s sure to make mum’s day.
First course
The first course is traditionally a selection of light sandwiches. Choose any fillings you like, though popular picks include cucumber, egg and cress, and smoked salmon. For an elegant touch, cut off the crusts. Add your own twist with other savoury snacks such as mini sausage rolls or quiches.
Tempura Scallop Butties with Preserved Lemon Mayo
These battered scallop butties are fantastic.
Chicken and Tarragon Sandwiches
Try these creamy chicken and tarragon sandwiches, dipped in chives for a fancy twist.
Smoked Salmon Pikelets with Horseradish Aioli
Paired with fluffy pikelets and aioli, this dish is sure to be a favourite.
Second course
This is where the all-important scone comes in. Pumpkin, raisin, choc-chip or plain … choose your favourites and serve warm with lashings of jam and cream. They make a delicious second course on their own, but can also be served with a selection of sweet buns.
Scones with Raspberry Jam and Cream
The perfect afternoon tea treat. These delightfully soft scones with lashings of fresh raspberry jam and clotted cream are sure to be a hit.
Blueberry and White Chocolate Chip Scones
Blueberry and White Chocolate Scones are crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
Homemade Sausage Rolls
Try these homemade Sausage Rolls, they are full of flavour and with guaranteed juiciness.
Third course
Time for sweets! Biscuits, cakes, tarts, petit fours – there are so many options. The key is to keep everything bite-sized and delicate.
Pink Macaroons with Strawberry Jam and Buttercream
Filled with strawberry jam and buttercream, make a spectacular afternoon tea accompaniment or a pretty edible gift for your loved ones.
Caramelised Onion, Mushroom and Brie Tartlets
These Gluten Free tartlets are filled with sweet onions, rich, fragrant mushrooms and topped with slices of the Brie.
Yoyo Biscuits with Passionfruit Filling
These classic Yoyo Biscuits with Passionfruit Filling are sure to bring back memories.
Teas
High tea wouldn’t be complete without a cup of your favourite brew. Earl Grey and English Breakfast are popular choices, or you can keep it caffeine-free with a herbal tea.
High Note
Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, is widely credited with instigating the concept of high tea in 1840.
