Afternoon tea is called high tea. High tea is served to people who sit in parlors and gardens and sip tea in comfort. Nowadays working people call evening snacking tea. Nowadays people do not have time to have evening snacks, so they drink tea at any time. This tradition is completely British and a unique tradition.
The history of high tea was something like this
Afternoon tea was arranged for the rich in the 19th century. Afternoon tea was arranged for those who worked in factories in Britain. Tea was served with food. It was much more than just tea and cake. Tea and cake served as nutrition for the workers after working all day. A cup of good tea used to remove weakness.
What is afternoon tea?
Afternoon tea is a British dining tradition. Afternoon tea is eaten sitting down with sandwiches, scones and cakes. Afternoon tea is served around 4 p.m. Afternoon tea came into being in the 19th century thanks to Anna, Duchess of Bedford. But it should never replace dinner. Afternoon tea has become more like a feast. A famous place to get afternoon tea is the Ritz in London.
Low Tea
After lunch, lethargy sets in. During this time, coffee is served on the table along with tea, sandwiches and cakes. Low tea is taken in the long gap between breakfast at morning and dinner at 8 pm. Light food should be started in the afternoon.
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