I'm not really into tea, but I definitely drink too much coffee. This weekend, I decided to try the whole afternoon tea experience - the little tea pot, the tiny sandwiches, the scones and cakes on a three-tiered stand.
Afternoon tea was introduced in the 1840s by Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford who couldn't wait until 8pm for dinner. She requested bite-size sandwiches and cakes to her room around 4pm. Fast forward a few decades, high society women would change into extravagant outfits before heading for afternoon tea.
It was a Sunday, and I wasn't all sweaty and running around on a mountain. It was great to take the time out, put on some make-up and a girly dress and dedicate an hour to the ceremony, as some people would call it. Definitely loved the experience!