2007-06-14 08:56:37 · 12 answers · asked by power 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Serve what you serve well and let them get to konw YOU. I have found trying to cook what other people like usually doesn't work. They are more particular with their favorites than they are with something new and exciting.
2007-06-14 09:02:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
American tea is different from English tea in a few notable ways.
We do not consider "tea" a meal. Think of it like brunch but in the afternoon between lunch and dinner.
Around 3 or 4 oclock and many prefer their tea iced instead of hot.
We most often serve finger sandwiches such as watercress or cucumber or cream cheese and small cookies or petit fours.
American tea COULD be considered a "formal" snack. It is not supposed to be substantial... it is more a polite offering while you get to know your guests and vice versa.
2007-06-14 10:03:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm not aware of us Americans having any special procedures for tea, other than, of course, boil water, put in tea, let steep. You folks are the experts on high tea, I would think.
2007-06-14 10:07:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm an American and when I think about tea, I think about scones, strawberry jam, clotted cream, etc. It's my understanding that your "tea" is more like our supper (meat, potatoes, vegetables, etc.) I'd say serve them whatever it is you normally eat for tea. As long as they're not overly picky eaters, they should be extremely thankful for the invitation!
2007-06-14 09:25:17 · answer #4 · answered by brevejunkie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What would you normally serve? I think it would be interesting to be invited to tea, as to me, tea is just what I drink. I wouldn't want it to be switched up just for me. I'd prefer it be served normally.
2007-06-14 10:39:09 · answer #5 · answered by raynne_iceni 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do what is customary where you live. Serve hot tea [or coffee, if the guests prefer that], and include some sweets like biscuits, scones, a chocolate gateau, or some other kind of sweet pastry.
The essential thing is to make your guests feel welcome.
2007-06-15 03:41:29 · answer #6 · answered by Mark 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Americans prefer coffee over tea. Just thought I'd let you know.
2007-06-14 09:03:18 · answer #7 · answered by *Cara* 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
cookies, scones, or little finger food sandwhiches. don't go crazy trying to make them feel at home because they're not in america. give thema taste of england (i assume you're from britain somewhere) and don't worry so much about pleasing them. whatever it is, make it light and convenient for YOU. good luck!
2007-06-14 10:39:55 · answer #8 · answered by Nico 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
serve something you would serve to one of your countrymen. we americans like trying out local food of various countries.
2007-06-14 10:43:36 · answer #9 · answered by Stand-up Philosopher 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
What ever you like. I prefer to enjoy the culture I'm in.
2007-06-14 09:00:03 · answer #10 · answered by Robert S 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋