Highlights from the Royal Wedding Afterglow Tea Party

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What a festive tea party we had this past weekend! Guests arrived
all decked out in lovely hats, fascinators and tiaras! The mood was very festive and celebratory, all in high hopes and well wishes for the newly married royal couple.

 
Guests enjoyed a delicious four course "royal" tea -- we started the tea off with Middleton Chilled Fruit Soup. After the first course, the tiered trays came out laden with savories, scones and sweets... To name a few, Queenly Carmelized Peach Quiche; Sapphire "Blue"berry Tea Sandwiches, Prince William's Classic Cucumber; Royal Scones...


In Memory of Diana - Princess Diana Wedding Cupcakes topped with sugared sweet violets representing faithfulness.


Guests enjoyed our Royal Wedding Blend, a hearty blend of three China black teas.



We had a special guest all the way from England - The Queen herself!! (Can you spot her in the photo above?)


Miss Spenser re-created Kate's Blue-Engagement Dress.


All in All... it was a very Happy Day!
We wish the very best to Prince William and Duchess Catherine!!

Comments

  1. UnknownMay 3, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    It looks like you all had a wonderful time! How fun.

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  2. RosemaryMay 3, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Simple delightful! Loved the photos... and the tiered tray... and the dress... and the Queen! Very regal indeed!

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  3. GardenOfDaisiesMay 3, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    What a fun time!! Glad the Queen was able to come too!! :-)

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  4. Antiques And TeacupsMay 3, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    How fab! The Queen enjoyed it immensely, I'm sure. The tea treats are incredible! I bet you had a wonderful time!
    Ruth

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  5. BernideenMay 4, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    When I first saw the Queen- I fell for it! This is priceless!

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  6. Julia CatesMay 6, 2011 at 3:50 AM

    Engagement Dress is soo beautifull.
    Thanks for share.
    Wedding Song

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