Book description
The internationally renowned Fortnum & Mason store in Piccadilly,
London, is synonymous with style, elegance, English charm and, above
all, that most traditional of pastimes: tea-drinking.
Celebrating the long-standing British institution, this beautiful
pocket book covers everything on the art of taking tea - from the
history of afternoon tea drinking to Fortnum's relationship with tea.
The book also includes over 45 recipes for all types of teatime
delight, from delicate sandwiches, rose biscuits and lemon curd
meringues to sumptuous teabreads, brownies and cupcakes, as well as
guiding the reader through the best types of tea to accompany them.
Beautifully illustrated with full-colour photography throughout,
this charming book is a must-have for tea drinkers everywhere.
Surely the stocking filler of the year... a blast of old-fashioned
luxury -- Carolyn Hart The Telegraph Magazine The design and recipes in
this book are both outstanding Tea With Friends Fortnum & Mason is
unique. The company was founded at its current site on Piccadilly almost
300 years ago and its stunning façade and striking window displays
continue to draw admirers from all over the world. The store has been
selling tea since the day it opened - tea is its most famous product -
and the range now spans over 70 different types.
