More London History: All About Afternoon Tea
Amber - the London Tour Guide
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(334)
Learn how one woman's hunger became a ritual for an entire nation! We will discover all the delicious details of afternoon tea. #Jubilee
Class experience
US Grade 2 - 5
One of the top things to do in London is to partake in afternoon tea. This is a tradition that dates back to the mid 1800's when one woman was hungry around 4pm and needed some tea and cake! While many tourists come to London and enjoy this meal, most don't understand the history behind it. During this class, we will talk about how England became a tea-drinking nation, and how late dinner time meant that eating something mid-afternoon was the perfect solution. You'll be given two handouts...
--Discover the history of afternoon tea --Able to name the different parts of afternoon tea including tea, sandwiches, scones, clotted cream, jam and pastries --Learn how to serve the perfect cup of tea --Learn tea etiquette, including the proper way to hold a tea cup --Have fun learning about a cultural tradition that is still celebrated today
As a London tour guide, I offer tours and classes about afternoon tea. Sometimes they consist of attending an afternoon tea at a fancy hotel with a step-by-step explanation on the elements of the tea and offering etiquette lessons. Other tours include shopping for tea and discussing tastes and history in general. This is a subject that I enjoy. While I was born in Texas and drank iced tea most of my life, I have come to love a cup of hot tea with milk, as well as scones, jam, cream ... and desserts! My favourite tea on a daily basis is Earl Grey, but I often have a smoky lapsang souchong in the afternoon. I'm a big fan of crumpets, but those are actually a morning delicacy!
2 files available upon enrollmentYou will have two handouts that you can print. One will be used in class for questions & answers. Please print it and be prepared to answer questions in class. The second handout is optional and includes a list of supplies and recipes to make beforehand. If you wish to partake in the tea, this is a fun way to enjoy and learn more.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
If your child wishes to partake in making tea, please make sure that there is a container of boiled water available that can be poured safely.
You might want to visit www.afternoontea.co.uk to see what kinds of afternoon tea options are available in London!
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(334)
I am a professional tour guide in London and love going around the city (sometimes dressed in costume!) and teaching visitors about the fascinating history. With over 2000 years of events, there is plenty to learn! My signature tour is where I...
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$10
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 41 learners
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Ages: 7-12
3-6 learners per class
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