Friday, September 20, 2019

A Proper Afternoon Tea

From Victoria Trading Company:
It is important to use proper etiquette when attending afternoon tea.
  • After sitting down, place your purse on your lap or behind you against the chair back.
  • Unfold your napkin and carefully place it upon your lap. 
    • If you must leave the table, temporarily, place the napkin on the chair.
    • Never blot or wipe your lipstick with a linen or cloth napkin or use it as a handkerchief!
  • Sugar is placed in your teacup first, then thinly sliced lemon.
    • If you like to have milk in your tea, add it after the tea is poured. Never use milk and lemon together.
  • Hold the handle of the teacup using your thumb and your first one or two fingers.
    • Never put your pinkie out whilst drinking. That is deemed rude.
    • Do not loop your fingers through the teacup handle or cradle the side or bottom of the cup with your hands. 
    • A guest should look into the teacup when drinking, never over it.
  • When stirring your tea, be careful not to clink your spoon against the cup. 
    • Gently swish the spoon back and forth without touching the sides of the cup.
    • When through stirring, remove the spoon and place it on the saucer behind the tea cup and to the right of the handle. 
    • Of course, never take a drink of your tea without removing the spoon first, and please never, ever sip from the spoon.
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