Fine Food – Afternoon tea

Lazy summer days and afternoon tea in the garden – perfect!

Roasted tomato, basil & parmesan quiche
A taste of summer, this quiche is full of Italian flavours and is perfect for dinner in the garden. The quiche is such a versatile dish, try experimenting with different ingredients.

Mini meringue
Meringues are a wonderful dessert and handy to have in the cake tin ready to fill. They can be made up to two months ahead and kept in a bag or box. They are best frozen in a box to protect them.

 

Homemade lemonade
Refreshing on a hot summer day, homemade lemonade is a must for the kids (and adults)!
Interesting facts about lemons:
Native to Asia Lemon trees produce fruit all year round.

 

Chicken sausage roll
Instead of the traditional, why not try these delicious summer rolls? Made with chicken, bacon, sundried tomatoes and basil. Make and bake within 40mins.

Smoked salmon and cream cheese canape

Smooth and creamy soft cheese, spread on a savoury biscuit with smoked salmon and spring onion to garnish – these look a picture!

Blueberry muffin
In 18th century, the recipe of the blueberry muffin was introduced. It was sold as a tea time snack in the London streets by the muffin men. They possess high amount of antioxidants which enhance the immune system and prevent various infections.