365 things to do in Wagga #33 – Enjoy a high tea

Posted by welovewagga on Feb 8, 2012 in 356 Things To Do In Wagga, We Love Wagga | 0 comments

A cup of tea and a bikkie? Not quite. High teas, known mostly for their popularity in Britain, are an upscale affair which brings to mind dainty ladies in their stylish attire delicately sipping tea while nibbling on afternoon delights.

Whether you’re a lady or not, don’t let it hold you back from enjoying a delightful afternoon, however you may want to read our tips on etiquette just in case…

Quinty Bakehouse located on Forsyth Street, offers high tea from Monday – Saturday afternoons between 12pm – 4pm (bookings required). Their luxury high teas include a selection of sandwiches, scones with cream and conserves, an assortment of tarts and sweet treats, and of course a wide variety of tea.

Cost
$40 per person for 2 – 4 people
$35 per person for 6 or more people

Alternatively, The Garden Court at the Botanical Gardens is hosting a “Champagne High Tea” later in the year on Sunday September 11 and 25, 2012. The Garden Court offers savoury and sweet treat temptations in a stunning garden environment, and as the name suggests includes a champagne bar. Bookings are essential, and at just $30 per person it’s sure to book out fast.

To help you make the most of your high tea experience, we’ve gathered some helpful hints on what not to do when following true high tea tradition.

High Tea Etiquette
-    Do not slurp your tea. Ladies don’t slurp. And if you’re not a lady? Fake it. Sip ladies, sip!
-    Creating whirlpools in your tea when ‘stirring’ it is not becoming.
-    Don’t wave or hold your tea cup in the air. You might think it looks stylish, but you’re wrong.
-    The purpose of your cup is to hold your tea. The purpose of a spoon is not. Do not sip your tea from the spoon.
-    Never combine lemon and milk with your tea. What has this got to do with etiquette you ask? Well, when your milk curdles, it is highly advisable not to gag and attempt to pour it back into your milk jug sloshing it all over the table in the process. That behaviour does not maketh a lady.

For more information on both options, please contact the following:

Quinty Bakehouse
105 Forsyth Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
p. (02) 6931 9931
www.qbakehouse.com/high-tea

The Garden Court
The Botanical Gardens, Tom Wood Drive, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
p. (02) 6925 5660 / 0407 078 335
bookings@thegardencourt.com.au
http://thegardencourt.net/pages/events.html