Welcome to the English Afternoon Tea Party!

Ingredients:

• Assorted tea (Earl Grey, English Breakfast, or your favorite blend)
• Cucumber sandwiches
• Scones with clotted cream and jam
• Victoria sponge cake
• Pastries (such as eclairs or lemon tarts)
• Assorted petit fours

Instructions:

1. Start by brewing a pot of your favorite tea. Make sure to have milk and sugar on hand for those who prefer it.
2. Prepare the cucumber sandwiches by spreading cream cheese on thinly sliced white bread, adding a layer of thinly sliced cucumbers, and cutting into small triangles.
3. Warm up the scones in the oven and serve with clotted cream and your favorite jam.
4. Prepare the Victoria sponge cake by layering sponge cake with jam and whipped cream, and topping with powdered sugar.
5. Arrange the pastries and petit fours on a tiered stand for a beautiful presentation.
6. Pour the tea into delicate teacups and enjoy the spread with your loved ones!

Feel free to get creative with the presentation and add your own personal touch to the tea party. Don't forget to take pictures and share them with us!