As a result of this desire, I went out and purchase this Pukka Home Tea Set after evaluating a few choices. Now here is the dilemma : I have sent out invite for an afternoon tea gathering. What should be on the table with my dreamy Pukka set ?

This is my initial food layout to entertain my kakis.

I plan to offer a variety of teas, like Earl Grey, chai, peppermint, camomile, fruit and English Breakfast. Iced tea for the children is also on the menu since the weather is warmer . I am sure that adding a touch of fizz will get the kids excited.

There aren't any rules when it comes to the food, but a standard afternoon tea comprises a tier of sandwiches, a tier of cakes and one of scones or teacakes. However, you could also throw in pastries, petits fours or biscuits.

I am thinking of scones too. They are best eaten on the day and don't take long to prepare. To reduce the workload on the day, I plan to freeze a batch of scones a day before. This will allow me to defrost them in a low oven on the day of afternoon tea and have them served warm with lashings of cream and jam. This would be yummy !

The mere mention of Parisian-standard pastry is enough to create excitement for the party. These are my selections for pick up at my favorite bakery.

What do you think of the afternoon tea menu ? Do you think I would be able to get everything ready for the party ?