What do you eat for tea time in England?

One of the most important traditions in England is the Tea time. It is an hour that is usually at five in the afternoon. And it is the moment that the English enjoy this drink accompanied by the odd sandwich.

And it is a small meal, not a drink. It is traditionally made up of tea (or coffee) served with any of the freshly baked scones with cream and jam (known as cream tea). In this sense, the Scones, which are muffins that are usually sweet and often contain grapes, blueberries, raisins, cheese or dates.

It is also paired with pastries, tempting appetizers such as cheese on toast, cold cuts and pickles, or poached eggs on toast.

It should be noted that afternoon tea became popular around one hundred and fifty years ago, when wealthy ladies invited their friends to their home for a cup of afternoon tea. They began by offering their visitors sandwiches and pastries as well. Soon everyone was enjoying afternoon tea.

And among the rules of behavior at the table for Tea Time, it is pointed out that, if scones are served, they must be cut in half horizontally with a knife to which jam can be added.

On the other hand, cakes and sandwiches should be eaten with delicate bites, delicately and slowly, without rushing where the forks should never be left on the table since they must be placed next to the plate.