Afternoon Tea at The Savoy Quiz

1. In what year did The Savoy hotel open?

A) 1840 B) 1889 C) 1900 D) 1850

2. Who is credited with inventing the tradition of Afternoon Tea in 1840?

A) Queen Victoria B) The Duchess of Bedford C) A famous London chef D) The Savoy’s first manager

3. Which of these is NOT typically included in the finger sandwich selection?

A) Cucumber B) Salmon C) Roast beef D) Chicken and curry sauce

4. Approximately how many varieties of tea does The Savoy offer guests?

A) 10 B) 28 C) 50 D) 5

5. According to tea etiquette, how should you stir your tea?

A) In a circular motion B) By tapping the sides of the cup C) Using an up-and-down motion D) You should not stir it at all

6. How often are scones baked at The Savoy to ensure they are served fresh?

A) Every hour B) Every 30 minutes C) Every 2 hours D) Once at the start of the day

7. What is the most debated topic regarding scones in England?

A) The size of the scones B) Whether to use butter or cream C) Whether to put jam or clotted cream on first D) Whether they should be served warm or cold

8. What is the traditional first drink served to guests at the start of Afternoon Tea?

A) Black tea B) Champagne C) Sparkling water D) Lemonade

9. What is the purpose of the cakes served at the end of the tea ceremony?

A) They act as a palate cleanser B) To increase the overall sugar intake C) To pair with a second pot of tea D) They are purely decorative

10. What is the approximate cost per person for Afternoon Tea at The Savoy (as mentioned in the video)?

A) 50 Euros B) 75 Euros C) 90 Euros D) 120 Euros

SUMMARY OF MAIN POINTS:

• The famous Afternoon Tea tradition was invented in 1840 by the Duchess of Bedford, while The Savoy hotel itself opened in 1889.
• The ritual begins with champagne, followed by a wide selection of 28 varieties of tea, classic finger sandwiches, and fresh scones baked every 30 minutes.
• Proper tea etiquette specifies stirring using an up-and-down motion rather than a circular swipe, and English scones spark a perpetual debate on whether jam or clotted cream goes on first.
• The experience concludes with specialty cakes acting as a palate cleanser, priced approximately at 90 Euros per person.

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