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High Tea vs. Afternoon Tea : What’s the difference?

June 28th, 2007 · No Comments

Strange as it might sound, the major difference is that “high” tea is not the more refined of the two. High tea was mostly devoured by commoners at around 6 o’clock and was one biscuit short of a full meal, if you know what I mean. Afternoon tea, however, was taken between lunch and a late dinner at 8 or 9 by the upper crust.

So when you think of tea parties that require tiny sandwiches, lace doilies, and hats… it’s an afternoon tea you’re dreaming of.

Tags: british · traditions

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