Is high tea worth it?

[Anonymous]

I’m sure someone will say “if you have to ask…”

I just saw on WTOP area cherry blossom teas running for $90-$100 a person. Anyone been?

[Anonymous]

I think it's a nice thing to do with grandparents. If you would spend that to take them to brunch, think of it that way. It's not "worth it" in terms of the food.

[Anonymous]

Yes, I make it for myself every year on my birthday. Not paying ridiculous prices for someone else to make it.

[Anonymous]

My British dh would tell you that you are confused. High tea is a worker's meal, what builders and labourers eat in the late afternoon after long hours of manual work. It is not posh or fancy. It is not a birthday treat. It is stained mugs of basic workers tea and maybe a sandwich or something at home.

What you actual mean is afternoon tea.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My British dh would tell you that you are confused. High tea is a worker's meal, what builders and labourers eat in the late afternoon after long hours of manual work. It is not posh or fancy. It is not a birthday treat. It is stained mugs of basic workers tea and maybe a sandwich or something at home.

What you actual mean is afternoon tea.

Just go gag yourself with a teaspoon. It doesn’t take all that.

[Anonymous]

Sure, it's something to take out of town guests to do.

[Anonymous]

Haven't done that one but it's usually a nice setting with tea and sandwiches and cakes. Can't you just google high tea and see if it suits your taste? That's a lot of money for it but it's the experience more than the amount.

[Anonymous]

A nice thing to do with 7-12 year olds, their mom and grandma

[Anonymous]

It’s it worth it, No!

$100 for a pot or 2 of tea and some tiny sandwiches and sweets.

Is it fancy and fun, Yes! Look for some in the $60 range.

Two people for $200, not worth it. I’d rather spend that elsewhere.

[Anonymous]

To me, it's all about context. In the right place, like the Savoy, afternoon or high tea can be a nice treat. High tea differs from afternoon tea in that is has a savoury course served between the sandwiches and cakes and pastries.

[Anonymous]

$90 no it’s not worth it.

Tea, scones with cream and jam, a couple of cakes and sandwiches…… the absolute max I would pay would be $50 and only if in a very nice location. Your average tea shop this would be $20-$25.
( English person)

[Anonymous]

You're talking about afternoon tea, not high tea. And I mean, it's fun to do something fancy, but definitely not $90 worth of food and tea if that's what you mean.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My British dh would tell you that you are confused. High tea is a worker's meal, what builders and labourers eat in the late afternoon after long hours of manual work. It is not posh or fancy. It is not a birthday treat. It is stained mugs of basic workers tea and maybe a sandwich or something at home.

What you actual mean is afternoon tea.

Just go gag yourself with a teaspoon. It doesn’t take all that.

Learn English.

[Anonymous]

I love it and unfortunately or fortunately so does my kid. It’s become a once a year tradition and it’s well worth it.

[Anonymous]

I wouldn’t hesitate if I need “girly” programming but if the expense is significant, you can definitely get the vibes going for way less.