Birthday Tea Party- If you have a dear friend who refuses to have a fuss at her birthday each year, give into her desires for a nonevent by having a simple tea. What could be more natural than a late afternoon snack served with a delicious selection of boutique teas? If the iced tea cakes happen to resemble adorable birthday cupcakes, who can complain? A birthday tea is a fabulous idea for any tea lover in your life.

The Tea Party

One of the best things about tea parties is the flexibility of the guest list and refreshments. Gather a handful of friends or a crowd for a light snack and hot cup of tea. You can serve tea cakes and light sandwiches or create an entire buffet spread of finger foods and delicate treats. Decided on a guest list sure to please your guest of honor and then get busy deciding on food and drink.

The Tea

It stands to reason that the tea at the tea party is of utmost importance. Because it’s a special event, you should serve a special tea. Look for a boutique tea or other premium variety that is sure to impress even the most casual tea drinker. If you want to be all inclusive, you should also offer a light punch or perhaps two or more styles of tea to suit all palates.

The Food

At a birthday tea, you should provide enough food that your guests are comfortable with the selection and able to nibble while they visit. A shower or brunch food offering is a good guideline for a heavier buffet setting or you can seat guests at the tea table with your tea service and platters of cakes, sandwiches and fruit to munch on.

The main item you should serve is some form of birthday cake. Tea cakes might be appropriate if they resemble petit fours rather than cookies. Another option would be a small cake arranged especially for the occasion. As your tea is anything but the traditional birthday party, you have endless options when it comes to flavors and designs. Find a cake that suits the birthday girl and your party; then enjoy!