Table of contents for Teatime Celebrations 2019 in TeaTime

This wonderful invitation to commemorate any occasion simply never goes out of style. Whether it’s to mark a holiday, a birthday, a marriage, or a friendship, teatime is always the perfect time for a convivial get-together. If you’ve ever wanted to host your own celebration, this collection of 10 beautifully set tables and more than 100 delicious recipes provides plenty of yearround inspiration. In it, you’ll find delectable menus to mark a variety of occasions and seasons—Valentine’s Day, Mardi Gras, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and so much more, including an elegant and decadent chocolate-inspired tea for New Year’s Eve. Whenever possible, we’ve included make-ahead tips to keep food preparation as stress-free as possible. Our helpful Recipe Index on page 128 indicates which recipes are gluten-free, making it easy to…

Menu SCONE Brown Sugar and Cream Cheese Scones Vanilla Black SAVORIES Dilled Crawfish Salad Tea Sandwiches Jambalaya Tartlets Muffaletta Palmiers Green Paradise Blend SWEETS Bananas Foster Tartlets Toasted Pecan Pralines Mardi Gras King Cake Manhattan Tribute Blend Tea Pairings by Mark T. Wendell Tea Company 978.635.9200 | marktwendell.com Brown Sugar and Cream Cheese Scones Makes 12 2 cups all-purpose flour⅓ cup firmly packed light brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon salt¼ cup cold salted butter, cubed3 ounces cream cheese, cubed¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons cold heavy whipping cream, divided½ teaspoon vanilla extractGarnish: turbinado sugar • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry blender or 2 forks, cut in…

Menu SCONE Orange–Poppy Seed Gluten-free Scones Aromatic Earl Grey Black Tea SAVORIES Zucchini & Bacon–Filled Mushrooms Asparagus, Caper, Ham & Shrimp Canapés Tomato, Avocado & Crab Tea Sandwiches Raspberry & Pomegranate Green Tea SWEETS Strawberry Tartlets with Vanilla-Citrus Custard Lavender, Mango & Peach Macarons Mini Carrot Cakes Cardamom Black Tea Tea Pairings by Ahmad Tea 800.637.7704 | ahmadteausa.com Orange–Poppy Seed Gluten-free Scones Makes 12 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour*¼ cup granulated sugar2 tablespoons orange zest1 tablespoon baking powder1½ teaspoons poppy seeds½ teaspoon salt5 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed¾ cup heavy whipping cream¼ cup fresh orange juice1 large egg1 tablespoon waterOrange Glaze (recipe follows) • Preheat oven to 425°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, orange zest, baking powder, poppy…

Menu SCONE Golden Raisin–Tarragon Scones Ceylon Blackwood Estate Organic Black Tea SAVORIES Cucumber-Sprouts Canapés Herbed Mini Patty Pan Squash Apricot, Prosciutto, Chive & Goat Cheese Croustades Green Guava Blend SWEETS Lemon-Basil French Macarons Raspberry Tartlets Vanilla Cupcakes with Salted Browned Butter Frosting Creamy Toasted Coconut Oolong Tea Pairings by Simpson & Vail 800.282.8327 | svtea.com Golden Raisin–Tarragon Scones Makes 9 2 cups all-purpose flour¼ cup granulated sugar2 teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon salt¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed⅓ cup golden raisins1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon¾ cup plus 3 tablespoons cold heavy whipping cream, divided¼ teaspoon vanilla extractGarnish: fresh blueberries, fresh blackberries, fresh tarragon, and fresh edible flowers* • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking…

STRAWBERRY HOW-TOS Strawberry-Macadamia Flourless Torte, page 123 TARTLET CRUST Jambalaya Tartlets 27 Bananas Foster Tartlets 29 Chocolate-Pecan Derby Tartlets 53 Mini Artichoke-Ricotta Quiches 83 Raspberry Tartlets 97 Pumpkin-Swirl Tarts 111…

WATER Always use the best water possible. If the water tastes good, so will your tea. If that is not the case, then bottled spring water is a nice alternative. Heat the water on the stove top or in an electric kettle to the desired temperature. A microwave oven is not recommended. TEMPERATURE Heating the water to the correct temperature is arguably one of the most important factors in making a great pot of tea. Pouring boiling water on green, white, and oolong tea leaves can result in a very unpleasant brew. In general, use 170°-to-195° water for these delicate tea types, and always refer to the tea purveyor’s packaging for specific instructions. Reserve boiling (212°) water for black and pu-erh teas, as well as herbal and fruit tisanes. TEAPOT…

Menu SCONE Hot Cross Scones Rooibos Chocolate Orange Herbal Tea SAVORIES Easy Egg Salad Canapés Fruity PB&H Sandwiches Hot Ham and Cheese Finger Sandwiches Beatrix Potter’s Organic Herbal Tisane Blend SWEETS Chocolate-Drizzled Coconut Macaroons Bird’s Nests Strawberry-Ginger Roulade Carrot Cake Cupcake Green Rooibos Tisane Tea Pairings by Simpson & Vail 800.282.8327 | svtea.com Hot Cross Scones Makes 8 to 10 1½ cups self-rising flour¼ cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon ground allspice½ teaspoon ground nutmeg¼ cup cold salted butter, cubed½ cup coarsely chopped golden raisins½ cup cold heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon milk • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, allspice, and nutmeg. Using a pastry blender or 2…

Menu SCONE Cheddar-Chive Scones with Black Pepper Butter Smoke Tea SAVORIES Pastrami-Swiss Tea Sandwiches Pizza Flatbread Stacks Beef Fillet Crostini Eight at The Fort Blend SWEETS Banana Cream Tartlets Maple-Bacon Fudge Peanut Butter–Chocolate Bars Big Red Robe Oolong Tea Tea Pairings by Harney & Sons 800.832.8463 | harney.com Cheddar-Chive Scones Makes 8 2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon salt¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon cold heavy whipping cream, divided • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry blender or 2 forks, cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add cheese and chives, stirring…

Menu SCONE Cranberry-Spice Scones with Maple Cream Eggnog Tea Blend SAVORIES Succotash-Stuffed Mushrooms Smoked Gouda Cups with Brussels Sprouts Slaw Fontina & Pork Puff Pastry Smoky Mountain Black Tea Blend SWEETS Mini Apple-Spice Cupcakes Hazelnut Wafer Cookies Pumpkin-Swirl Tarts Tea Pairings by Trail Lodge Tea 314.680.3015 | traillodgetea.com Cranberry-Spice Scones Makes 10 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour*¼ cup granulated sugar2 teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon salt⅓ teaspoon ground allspice⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed⅓ cup dried cranberries¾ cup cold heavy whipping cream½ teaspoon vanilla extractGarnish: granulated sugar • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, allspice, and pepper. Using a pastry blender or 2 forks, cut in cold butter…

COVER Waterford Lismore Lace Gold teapot and teacup and saucer set from Waterford, 877-720-3485, waterford.com. Wedgwood Duchesse crystal footed cake plate from private collection. TITLE PAGE Page 2: Waterford Lismore Lace Gold 5-piece place setting, teapot, and teacup and saucer set, 877-720-3485, waterford.com. Kirk Steiff Golden Winslow sterling flatware from Replacements, Ltd., 800-737-5223, replacements.com. Kim Seybert Nomad napkins from Kim Seybert, 212-564-7850, kimseybert.com. Antique water goblets from private collection. EDITOR’S LETTER Page 6: Hutschenreuther Revere (White) teacup and saucer from Replacements, Ltd., 800-737-5223, replacements.com. Hat from East Angel Harbor Hats, 509-233-8007, eastangelharbor.com. TEA STEEPING GUIDE Page 7: Royal Crown Derby Darley Abbey teacup, saucer, and cream jug from DeVine Corp., 732-751-0500, devinecorp.net. HEARTS-A-PLENTEA FOR VALENTINE’S DAY Pages 9–20: Mikasa Love Story 5-piece place setting, small heart bowl, tea server, covered…

Menu SCONE Strawberry, Lavender, and White Chocolate Scones Ceylon Highlands Black Tea SAVORIES Beet-Cucumber Heart Canapés Roasted Red Pepper Triple-Stack Tea Sandwiches Pancetta Club Canapés Tippy Yunnan China Black Tea SWEETS Dark Chocolate–Raspberry Tartlets Rosy French Macarons Strawberry Hearts Cake Valentine’s Tea Blend Tea Pairings by Simpson & Vail 800.282.8327 | svtea.com Strawberry, Lavender, and White Chocolate Scones Makes 12 2 cups all-purpose flour⅓ cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, divided2 teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon dried culinary lavender½ teaspoon salt¼ cup cold salted butter, cubed1 cup chopped freeze-dried strawberries*1 (4-ounce) bar white chocolate*, chopped1 cup cold heavy whipping cream½ teaspoon vanilla extract • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, ⅓ cup sugar, baking powder, lavender, and…

Menu SCONE Country Ham Scones Blue Moon Tea SAVORIES Pork and Golden Beet Tea Sandwiches Lemon-Mint Radish Tea Sandwiches Derby Turkey Stack Canapés Mint Julep Iced Tea (recipe on page 50) or Vietnam Organic Green Tea SWEETS Orange Mini Bundt Cakes Chocolate-Pecan Derby Tartlets Lemon Spritz Cookies Lychee Congou Black Tea Tea Pairings by Simpson & Vail 800.282.8327 | svtea.com Country Ham Scones Makes 25 2 cups self-rising flour1 teaspoon cracked black pepper¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed½ cup finely chopped cooked country ham1 cup plus 1 tablespoon cold heavy whipping cream, divided • Preheat oven to 450°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together flour and pepper. Using a pastry blender or 2 forks, cut in cold butter until it resembles…

Menu SCONE Pineapple Flower Scones Strawberry Guava Tropical White Tea SAVORIES Mini Artichoke-Ricotta Quiches Green Grape–Chicken Salad Tea Sandwiches Shrimp-Tapenade Canapés Nepal Aarubotay Plum Tree Gardens Organic Golden Tips SWEETS Strawberry-Macadamia French Macarons Mini Coconut Cupcakes Blueberry-Basil Tartlets Goddess of Mercy Oolong Tea Tea Pairings by Simpson & Vail 800.282.8327 | svtea.com Pineapple Flower Scones Makes 14 2 cups all-purpose flour⅓ cup plus 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, divided2 teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon salt¼ cup cold salted butter, cubed1 cup chopped sweetened dried pineapple*¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons cold heavy whipping cream, divided½ teaspoon vanilla extract • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, ⅓ cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry blender or 2 forks,…

Menu SCONE Chocolate-Feta Scones China Keemun Spring Mao Feng SAVORIES Creamy Parsnip-Leek Soup with Chocolate Brioche Croutons Chocolate Pancetta & Smoked Ham Tea Sandwiches Turkey & Green Apple Slaw Rye Squares with Cacao Nibs Golden Treasure Black SWEETS Decadent Chocolate–Peanut Butter Brownies White Chocolate Mendiants Mini Hazelnut Sandwich Cookies Strawberry, Macadamia & White Chocolate Flourless Torte Wu Yi Rock Oolong Da Hong Pao Select Tea Pairings by Grace Tea Company 978.635.9500 | gracetea.com Chocolate-Feta Scones Makes 15 2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon granulated sugar2 teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon ground black pepper¼ cup cold salted butter, cubed1 cup bittersweet chocolate morsels1 (8-ounce) package feta cheese, coarsely chopped1 cup plus 1 tablespoon cold heavy whipping cream, dividedGarnish: raspberry jam and fresh raspberries • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a rimmed…