Whether you're enjoying a morning break, a quiet afternoon respite, or a soothing moment at day's end, tea is a delicious indulgence. And Victoria has the ideal accompaniment to this celestial beverage. Victoria The Essential Tea Companion collects the best of three classic Victoria books in a single beautiful volume. It serves up history and lore, advice on brewing the perfect pot, notes on collectible china, and best of all, menus for eight themed parties, from a children's tea to a bridal shower. More than 100 recipes cover sandwiches, scones, tarts, cakes, savories, breads, and biscuits, as well as flavored teas both hot and iced, and honeys, spreads, and jams. An authoritative appendix provides the elegant final touch. Other Victoria titles published by Hearst Books include: The Charms of Tea , The Pleasures of Tea , and Victoria The Art of Taking Tea .