Jun 08 2026
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Afternoon Tea Recipe

Inspired by Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio
Time1h
Serves4

Saturdays + Sundays: 12:00pm – 1:30pm

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Ingredients

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Sandwiches

Scones

Tea

Method

Sandwich preparation

  1. 1

    Cucumber Sandwiches

    Thinly slice the cucumber and spread cream cheese on one side of the bread. Layer cucumber slices on top and close the sandwich. Cut into quarters.

  2. 2

    Smoked Salmon Sandwiches

    Mix cream cheese with capers and dill. Spread on bread, layer smoked salmon, and close the sandwich. Cut into bite-sized pieces.

  3. 3

    Egg Mayonnaise Sandwiches

    Chop hard-boiled eggs and mix with mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Spread on bread and cut into triangles.

Scone preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare the Scones

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in milk and dried fruit, then add the egg. Form into a dough and cut into rounds. Bake for 15-20 minutes.

Tea preparation

  1. 5

    Brew the Tea

    Bring water to a boil, add tea leaves, and steep for 5 minutes. Strain into cups and add milk and sugar to taste.