Three ideas for a corporate afternoon tea
Hosting a corporate afternoon tea is a great way to bring your colleagues together and encourage conversation. Here we share three creative ideas that will make your afternoon tea special.
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1. What drinks to serve
Offer a selection of classic teas like Earl Grey, Darjeeling, and English Breakfast, served in fine china for a traditional feel. If you are looking for something different, why not serve teas from around the world? Include Japanese matcha, Chinese oolong, Moroccan mint tea, and Indian chai to give employees a taste of some different cultures.
For those who don’t like tea, it’s always a good idea to have a variety of drinks available to suit different tastes. Freshly brewed coffee can be a good option, as can herbal teas like mint or chamomile.
2. Create a themed afternoon tea
Make your afternoon tea extra special by adding a fun theme to the gathering. You could go for a vintage, garden, or even a literary-inspired theme. Serve treats that fit the theme, like pastel macarons for a garden party or mini sandwiches shaped like books for a literary themed afternoon.
3. Get creative
For an afternoon tea that’s a little different, think outside the box by adding unique twists to your menu. You could incorporate international influences with bite-sized sushi rolls or small bowls of spiced hummus and pita bread for a Mediterranean theme. If you’d still like a more traditional theme, why not add mini quiches – individual quiches with fillings like spinach and feta or smoked salmon and dill.
For the sweet side, move beyond the usual scones by offering an assortment of mini cakes and sweet treats. Mini versions of classic cakes, like carrot cake or simple Victoria sponge cakes, can be a good addition to your afternoon tea.
