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Donelson House Teas

For an Afternoon Tea, traditionally, loose tea is served in a teapot with milk and sugar.  This was accompanied by various sandwiches,  scones, cakes and pastry.  The food was often served in a tiered stand.  



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Donelson House Teas are a social events, lasting from one and one-half to two hours.  As with the traditional English Afternoon Tea, a light meal is served, generally consisting of finger sandwiches, scones, vegetable trays, and deserts.  No one has ever gone home hungry from a Donelson House Tea.  Teas are open to non-members and members alike.  Informal contemporary clothing is acceptable wear, although getting dressed up is part of the fun.  Don't forget your hat!
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Originally, the afternoon tea was a light meal taken between 3-5PM as an everyday event.  With changes in social customs and working hours "Afternoon Tea" is now served only for special or formal occasions.







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Reservations are required for Donelson House Teas.  A minimum number of 20 participants is required and due to space limitations in the Donelson house no more than 24 participants can be accommodated.   Special teas may be arranged for private parties.  

For reservations or more information about upcoming Teas contact Stephanie at 720-514-1833 or [email protected].
            
​For more information see the flyer for the Donelson Teas - Tea Party Flyer


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