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G11T1W2 Being able to plan a menu is an essential skill in the hospitality industry. It ensures that meals are well balanced, and that the right food for preparation and cooking is available. “Teatime” is a word used to describe an assortment of light meals, usually served with warm beverages like tea and coffee. Knowing what is appropriate to serve guests at various types of teas can be easily handled through proper menu planning. Menu Planning Principles  Plan according to a budget  Consider who you are preparing the food for and their possible dietary needs  Make sure that all ingredients will be available and fresh at the time  Check that all equipment and appliances needed to prepare the required menu are available and in working order  Ensure sufficient staff will be on hand to carry out the required work Special Teas Tea - a hot beverage brewed from the leaves of a plant - is one of the oldest beverages in history, dating back to China during the 1st century. By the 17th century, tea was a very popular drink across Europe, especially in Briton. Over time, tea has become synonymous with certain occasions, and is usually served alongside sweetly baked treats, like cup-cakes, biscuits and petit-fours. Tea Service Menu Planning 1. Business Tea - Tea is usually served in social settings, but can also be served at business meetings and conferences too. Small pastries and muffins are often served along-side. Interactive content is hosted on the Obami platform (www.obami.com) courtesy of Sun International

2. Afternoon tea is a British tradition from the 18th century, serving tea between 2 and 5pm. Afternoon tea service can include finger snacks or cup-cakes, tarts and other baked goods, while some afternoon teas may offer sparkling wine as well. 3. High tea is more of an early evening meal, with light meals like pies or sandwiches being served between 5 and 7pm. 4. A tea party is a special occasion (like an engagement or birthday), that is celebrated with tea and cake, usually in the morning. Interactive content is hosted on the Obami platform (www.obami.com) courtesy of Sun International

Glossary a British tradition from the 18th century, serving tea between 2 and 5pm. Afternoon tea service can include finger snacks or cup-cakes, tarts and other afternoon tea baked goods, while some afternoon teas may offer sparkling wine as well an early evening meal, with light meals like pies or sandwiches being served high tea between 5 and 7pm tea party special occasion where tea and coffee is served Interactive content is hosted on the Obami platform (www.obami.com) courtesy of Sun International