A History

Before “ladies who lunch” became a coined phrase referring to high society women that get together to gossip among themselves, Anna, 7th Duchess of Bedford, knew how to throw the perfect party. In the 1800’s, dinner was traditionally served later than usually eaten today. In order to ward of hunger pains, Anna would have her tea accompanied with miniature sandwiches consisting mainly of bread and butter. Other ladies would join in the small meal, which eventually introduced small pastries with miniature jars of jams and creams. This form of social gathering continued to be popular particularly with society women. Even now, afternoon tea has become an intimate meeting between friends, a delightful dichotomy between lunch and dinner, and though utterly elegant and decadent, girlishly fun

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