As another interesting tidbit about tea and tea drinking; I offer the term "high tea," which in England encompasses a rather hardy meal and not the delicate, crusts cut off, tender slices of cucumber as an odd simulation of a sandwhich, petit fours, etc, sort of tea one gets when one orders it in the United States. I found this rather amusing while visiting a friend in California, where "High Tea" is served in large hotels and is a three course, fluffy bunny of a meal. While the misnomer is intriguing, I did find I enjoyed this version of tea drinking; though nowhere did I find my favorite "Cream Tea" which consists of scones; (round, not triangular,) whipped or clotted cream and strawberry jam. Upon arrival home therefore I immediatly went directly to Marks and Sparks and get all of the neccessary items for a "Cream Tea." And the only thing left to say on that subject is yummm.
