Then, pour it through a strainer into the cup. Tea is served with milk and slices of lemon. Although there is a debate about which goes first, I've been advised that the milk is poured into the cup before the tea. If you order a full tea, you will first be served a selection of bite-sized tea sandwiches. Scones are baking powder biscuits made with cream and raisins or currants.
Crumpets are like English muffins, only lighter and more buttery.
A plate of pastries concludes the tea. A glass of Champagne, Port or Sherry is an optional addition at many places. Sparkling wine, vintage port and sherry can be ordered by the glass. During the week a harpist provides soothing background music to Afternoon Tea. On weekends there is guitar music.