Photography by John O’Hagan • Styling by Courtni Bodiford • Food Styling by Kathleen Kanen • Recipe Development by Janet Lambert A glorious alfresco setting, drenched in sunlight with walls covered in ivy, provides an enchanting locale to take tea accompanied by scrumptious fresh fare ..read more

These pretty and petite, fruit-filled cakes boast the fresh taste of blueberries and blackberries while a sumptuously sweet Honeyed Whipped Cream crowns each peak. Pictured with our Chocolate-Walnut Brownies and Hibiscus Shortbread. Save Recipe Print Blueberry-Blackberry Cakes with Honeyed Whipped Cream Serves: 48   Ingredients 1⁄2 cup unsalted butter, softened 3⁄4 cup granulated sugar 1⁄4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose flour* 1 cup almond flour* 2 teaspoons baking powder 1⁄2 teaspoon ground allspice 1⁄2 teaspoon f ..read more

In Death by Chocolate Raspberry Scone by Sarah Graves, Jake and Ellie yearn for an escape from the relentless bakery ovens amidst the bustling tourist season. Little did they know, their summer plans would take an unexpected turn when Sally Coates, convinced her husband was murdered, seeks their help in uncovering the truth behind his disappearance. Unravel this chilling mystery while enjoying these Chocolate Raspberry Scones. Save Recipe Print Chocolate-Raspberry Scones   Makes 8 Scones Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons cold ..read more

Text by Katherine Ellis • Photography by John O’Hagan • Styling by Courtni Bodiford The easily recognizable hue of a Jasperware teapot in “Wedgwood Blue” is sure to dazzle on a tea table bedecked for a summertime fête. Wedgwood Jasperware, the most famous of Josiah Wedgwood’s creations, is renowned in the world of fine china for its brilliantly smooth matte finish adorned with neo-classical reliefs. This vessel—ornamented with cherubs, stately figures, and intricate flora in a cameo-like effect—provides a stunning accoutrement for a myriad of teatime settings ..read more

Whether you prefer tea sandwiches, canapés, or even quiches, this collection of delectable savories from the pages of TeaTime magazine is sure to delight at your next springtime tea gathering ..read more

Celebrate Mother’s Day with afternoon tea and a bundle of new books to read! Enter this Kensington Publishing giveaway for your chance to win a gift set that will make your Mother’s Day extra special: A Spode Morris & Co Tea for Two Set and seven new titles from Kensington Publishing. Enter by Monday, May 13, at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time). We wish you good luck and invite you to enter below. Please note, the giveaway is only open to United States residents.               ..read more

Gather inspiration for your springtime tea party with this selection of creative approaches to a seasonal tablescape. Floral Flair Spotlight the different blooms featured on Empress Dresden Flowers by pairing it with dainty and elegant china or colorful and contrasting teaware. Tea in the Garden Invite fellow tea lovers for a picturesque afternoon tea in a bucolic setting, featuring a menu that incorporates delicious seasonal flavors. Dainty Details Let Shelley’s Blue Rock pattern be the star of your summertime tea by setting it against a pale blue-and-white color scheme. La ..read more

Helpful advice for teatime As we continue to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the magazine, we want to equip you, our loyal readers, with beneficial tips that we have gathered over the years for perfecting the art of tea. While hosting afternoon tea might seem daunting to novices and even occasionally for seasoned teatime veterans, it doesn’t have to be difficult when abiding by the following suggestions. Our editor and contributing editors provide foolproof ways to ensure a wonderful time is had by all. “I often speak of the tea event as a play where the table is the stage, the host is the ..read more

The warm days of spring usher in a bevy of blossoming greenery. Fresh herbs, whether  picked straight from your garden or from the grocery store, can truly elevate even the simplest recipes. This selection of sweet and savory bites, full of flavorful herbs, are sure to please a variety of tea guests ..read more

Celebrate beautiful spring with Simpson & Vail’s lovely floral tea blends. Sip and savor each delicious blend to take in the splendor of the season. Enter this special giveaway for your chance to win a gift box that includes these four loose-leaf teas: Floral Nectar, Lilac Bouquet, Spring Blossom, and Violet Rose. This giveaway opens on Monday, April 15, and ends Friday, April 19, at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time). Please note the giveaway is open only to U.S. residents. Good luck ..read more