You can drop by any time for a slice of gorgeous homemade cake, choosing from a tempting array on the counter. But for proper, traditional afternoon tea with delicate sandwiches, scones and cream ...

Scatter with the lemon slices and extra 2 tbsp sugar ... Will says: “The humble madeira cake has formed the basis of many a happy afternoon tea party and sometimes you just need a simple ...

Cliveden's new afternoon tea menu offers historical figures' favourite treats in the same venue they enjoyed them - including ...

Enjoy a slice of this moist vegan carrot cake for afternoon tea or to mark a special occasion such as a birthday party. For this recipe you will need a 20cm/8in springform or deep cake tin.

Torta di Mele is an Italian apple cake with a tender crumb and golden-brown crust. It’s an old-fashioned homemade sweet treat fondly associated with “nonnas,” Italian grandmothers.

After you’ve given it a test run yourself, we doubt you’ll be able to refrain from inviting your friends over for a spot of afternoon tea and a large slice of this delicious cake. Preheat the ...

"For afternoon tea, cut the sandwiches into four triangles ... bite-sized sandwiches look best served alongside scones, mini tarts and slices of cake." If making the day before, use slightly ...

Before long, Queen Victoria was organising afternoon tea too. And that sprinkling ... there’ll be a traybake. It could be slices of fruit cake, that are buttered, or a tea loaf.