How it works

tea party table
This is an example when the host sets the table.

Table Linens, Centerpieces, and Decor

We can provide table linens or the hostess can provide them. In this photo the hostess has set the table.

tea party table
This is an example when the host sets the table.

Next we add the dessert stands decorated with flowers and tea pots with tea cozies.

My catered afternoon tea added to the table setting.
My catered afternoon tea added to the table setting.

This is a closer view. The host set the table and I added the catered afternoon tea.

The host set the table and I added the catered afternoon tea.
The host set the table and I added the catered afternoon tea.

Clients often ask what the proper place setting should include.

This is an example of the setting that needs to be provided when the host sets the table.
This is an example of the setting that needs to be provided when the host sets the table.

 

Tables are normally provided by the host.

These tables were set by Victoria's Tea Salon and the linens were provided by the host.
These tables were set by Victoria’s Tea Salon and the linens were provided by the host.

Elaborate centerpieces and table decor are not necessary at an afternoon tea. With the table settings and dessert stands, things look very pretty.

As you can see this is an example of how full the table is so please keep the center piece small or not at all.
As you can see this is an example of how full the table is so please keep the center piece small or not at all.

In the photo below, Victoria’s tea salon provided all of the linens and settings.

This afternoon tea was set and catered by Victoria's Tea Salon.
This afternoon tea was set and catered by Victoria’s Tea Salon.

This is where the chair back covers, sashes and table runners are included with the full setup by Victoria’s Tea Salon.

This is where the chair back covers, sashes and table runners are included with the full setup by Victoria's Tea Salon.
This is where the chair back covers, sashes and table runners are included with the full setup by Victoria’s Tea Salon.

This is an example of the catered afternoon tea added to the setup all provided by Victoria’s Tea Salon.

And this is with the catered afternoon tea added to the setup all provided by Victoria's Tea Salon.
And this is with the catered afternoon tea added to the setup all provided by Victoria’s Tea Salon.

This afternoon tea was a fundraiser and the full setup which includes the chair back covers, sashes and table runners were provided by Victoria’s Tea Salon.

This afternoon tea was a fundraiser and the full setup which includes the chair back covers, sashes and table runners were provided by Victoria's Tea Salon.
This afternoon tea was a fundraiser and the full setup which includes the chair back covers, sashes and table runners were provided by Victoria’s Tea Salon.

And…with the guests added.

Added were the guest and the catered afternoon tea.
Added were the guest and the catered afternoon tea.

In this example, the table linens were provided by the host and Victoria’s Tea Salon provided the table setup.

The table linens were provided by the host and Victoria's Tea Salon provided the table setup.
The table linens were provided by the host and Victoria’s Tea Salon provided the table setup.

Added are the guest and the catered afternoon tea by Victoria’s Tea Salon.

Added are the guest and the catered afternoon tea by Victoria's Tea Salon.
Added are the guest and the catered afternoon tea by Victoria’s Tea Salon.

Servers

These lovely ladies are the hostess and servers for their Downton Abbey afternoon tea from the previous two photos.

These lovely ladies are the hostess and servers for their Downton Abbey afternoon tea from the previous two photos.
These lovely ladies are the hostess and servers for their Downton Abbey afternoon tea from the previous two photos.

Buffet and A La Carte Options

In some cases the afternoon tea can be setup buffet style. This was a memorial luncheon that the deceased had requested following her services.

In some cases the afternoon tea can be setup buffet style. This was a memorial luncheon that the deceased had requested following her services.
In some cases the afternoon tea can be setup buffet style. This was a memorial luncheon that the deceased had requested following her services.

This buffet style was for a retirement celebration when the guest were stopping in a various times.

This buffet style was for a retirement celebration when the guest were stopping in a various times.
This buffet style was for a retirement celebration when the guest were stopping in a various times.

This setup was for a wedding were guest enjoyed a selection of tea sandwiches along with iced tea before the meal was served.

This setup was for a wedding were guest enjoyed a selection of tea sandwiches along with iced tea before the meal was served.
This setup was for a wedding were guest enjoyed a selection of tea sandwiches along with iced tea before the meal was served.

I have added my a` la carte menu to my website:www.victoriasteasalon.com

I have added my a` la carte menu to my website: www.victoriasteasalon.com
I have added my a` la carte menu to my website: www.victoriasteasalon.com

An example of the tea treat trays that can be personalized to to fit your needs.

An example of the tea treat trays that can be personalized to to fit your needs.
An example of the tea treat trays that can be personalized to to fit your needs.

Vendor Fairs

Open to the Public: A couple times a year Victoria's Tea Salon is a vendor. The next event is Growing Great Gardens which will be held on March 11, 2017. Then again this fall at Greenfield Village Farmer's Market which will be the last two Saturdays of September. (note these date are different than previous years) For more information please email Vicky at victoriasteasalon@yahoo.com
Open to the Public: A couple times a year Victoria’s Tea Salon is a vendor.

Tastings

Victoria's Tea Salon occasionally does tastings at various locations. This was a bridal event held at Northville Historical Society & Mill Race Village which allowed the guest to try a couple teas and tea treats. The next tea tasting presentation will be held on February 5th at the Canton Public Library 1200 S Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI 48188 with limited seating. Contact them at: Phone: (734) 397-0999
Victoria’s Tea Salon occasionally does tastings at various locations. This was a bridal event held at Northville Historical Society & Mill Race Village which allowed the guest to try a couple teas and tea treats.