 Of course we have to “take tea” at least once, preferably twice, and often even thrice whenever we’re in England. In the west country (Cornwall, Devon, and Dorset), “taking tea” means a Cream Tea, which consists of scones, clotted cream, strawberry jam, and of course, tea.
As is typical of any grand British occasion, there are some serious debates about the proper way one “takes tea”. So here’s a primer:  If you go to England and miss a Sunday carvery, you will have missed an epicurean delight. Every visit, a carvery is at the top on our do-not-miss list. Roast beef and Yorkshire Pudding, an assortment of veggies, and a gin & tonic: what more could you desire on a lazy Sunday afternoon?  Yorkshire Pudding
I've tried to make this at home with limited success. Luckily, we ran into a friendly bloke on the bus who explained the process in detail. Read the story here. |