Friday, October 4, 2019

Only in Bucks County: A Victorian Tea in Modern Times



     
Tea Sandwiches, anyone? 


How about a Macaron?

Hot tea??

How lovely does this Victorian Tea gathering look? Assorted tea sandwiches, a colorful fruit salad, bite sized pastries; paired with three types of piping hot tea on a gorgeous September morning. 
And no... I was not in the English countryside!












On a beautiful, breezy and sunny Saturday, September 7th 2019, I was sent to photograph the Grundy Museum's "Tea Tasting on the South Lawn". The attendees and the Grundy staff were dressed to the nines, guests wore their fanciest hats, and the late summer weather was picture perfect! Local Tea Specialist Deborah Raab gave a brief presentation and brought three types of hot tea to sample, 
including my favorite... robust and flavorful Earl Grey.








 My neighbor (and friend) Sue Duffy Arroyo catered fancy tea sandwiches, scones, fresh fruit, and bite-sized desserts beautifully presented and served on English china and large silver platters.
The Tea attendees sipped, dined, and socialized leisurely, then enjoyed a tour of the newly renovated museum. The event was a surely a success, and the museum hopes to have more events on its south lawn in the future. 

Sue Duffy Arroyo




 Oh, how I wish it had been me sipping tea and eating delightful finger sandwiches
 by the Delaware River! 












Free guided tours of the Victorian-era Grundy home are offered for individuals and groups of eight or less on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from April to December. 
More information is here.







The Grundy Museum, with its magnificent Queen Anne style architecture and Delaware River views, is located on the picturesque 600 block of Radcliffe Street in historic Bristol Borough, Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Follow the Museum on Facebook so that you don't miss any upcoming events!





"Come, let us have some tea and continue to talk about happy things."

~ Chaim Potok