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Cunard Line - Tea Time Etiquette

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👁️ 8K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 3:45
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I love that that is amazing so that's obviously where that scene comes from this is great this is wonderful I've been doing it right all these years

Captain thank you for inviting me on cunard's Queen Mary 2. this has been a wonderful afternoon tea

Creator's Tips & Advice

Place napkin on lap with creases towards the ladies for lipstick concealment
Pour tea with the teapot towards you and milk jug towards the guest
Stir tea in a back-and-forth motion, not circular, to avoid causing a storm
Eat afternoon tea selections bottom-up: sandwiches, scones, then cakes
For scones, decide between jam first (Cornish way) or cream first (Devon way)

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the proper etiquette for afternoon tea on a cruise ship?
QHow should napkins be placed and used during tea?
QWhat is the correct way to pour and stir tea?
QWhat order should afternoon tea items be eaten?
QShould jam or cream go first on scones?

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YouTube Video Description

Afternoon tea is served daily on all Cunard ships at 3:30 PM. The tea is served in the Queen's Room, a grand ballroom with ornate furnishings. Depending on the weather, tea may also be served in the King's Court buffet. In this video, sit down for Afternoon Tea onboard Cunard, alongside the esteemed Captain Aseem Hashmi and the UK's leading etiquette expert, Grant Harrold. Expert advice on napkin placement, pouring, stirring and The Great Scone Debate.