The Book of Afternoon Tea by Lesley Mackley
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Book Reviews of The Book of Afternoon Tea
Book Review: Gem of a book
Summary: 4 Stars
I got married a few years ago at a quiet home ceremony, and my father and I, armed with this book, made more delectable sandwiches and savory snacks than my guests could eat.Book Review: Great photos with recipes
Summary: 4 Stars
I was drawn to the great photos in this cookbook which I will try out for a library tea party next month. The book is easy to read with plenty of great recipes.Book Review: Full Of Good Recipes
Summary: 4 Stars
I have many tea-time books, and this is the best. It has lots of recipes that actually sound good. I have tried several that ARE good.Book Review: Oversimplified
Summary: 3 Stars
The nice thing about the book is that it has pictures. Ironically, however, after reviewing the pictures, I quickly saw that the recipes were not good and looked unappealing. Upon closer inspection, many of the cakes had similar, powder-sugar based frostings/glazes, the level of quality in desserts you'd find at the local supermarket. The same could be said for the cake batters. I was looking for something more historically authentic. Because each recipe fits on one page, I'm guessing that a lot them were simplified to suit the format of the book.
If simplicity (at the expense of quality) is what you want, then this book is for you. Otherwise, you might be happier with The London Ritz Book of Afternoon Tea.
Book Review: Not quite what I expected.
Summary: 2 Stars
The book has many simple recipes but I was more interested in the presentation of the food not just the recipe. Unfortunately the book does not cover the garnishing steps.