![Tea Table](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0675.jpg)
It’s no secret that I love anything to do with afternoon tea. Living where I do, here in PEI, we do not have places that offer afternoon tea year-round but that really does not make a huge difference to me as I like to prepare and enjoy afternoon tea at home, whether that’s for one or more people.
Today, it’s a prelude to St. Patrick’s Day afternoon tea for one and the color theme is distinctly green with a hint of orange as, at the time of writing, we are mere days away from St. Patrick’s Day.
I found lovely carnations in shades of soft green and coral and immediately knew they would be perfect on my tea table! There’s something special about having fresh flowers on a tea table.
![Bouquet of Carnations](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0698.jpg)
I don’t have recipes published and available for everything seen on my tea table today but, for those that I do, I will include a hot link to the recipes on my website.
My choice of tea today – Twinings Irish Breakfast Tea. This is a lovely robust black tea and one I drink frequently since black tea is always my preference.
![Irish Breakfast Tea](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0709.jpg)
Naturally, in March, my collection of green-themed teacups make an appearance. Today, I have selected this sweet little Aynsley teacup in the shamrock pattern.
![Green and White Teacup](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0686.jpg)
Doesn’t it match perfectly with the small green teapot for one!
![Green Teapot for One](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0691.jpg)
One of the simplest and easiest teatime sandwiches to make is the quintessential Cucumber Sandwich.
![Teatime Sandwich](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0677.jpg)
I almost always include cucumber sandwiches in my afternoon tea events as they are lovely and refreshing. I have included a slice of Cheddar Cheese with Guinness in it, imported from Ireland. This is a lovely mild artisan cheese with great plate presentation.
![Marbled Cheese](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0705.jpg)
Scones, fresh from the oven, are a must in my books for teatime. Alongside English Double Cream imported from the UK, I am topping today’s scones with my homemade lime curd and strawberry jam.
![Scones and Toppings](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0688.jpg)
To play it safe, I am sitting on the fence as to which topping is to be applied to the scones first – the double cream or the jam/curd. I know some have very strong opinions on this topic but, I must say, I have tried the toppings both ways (displayed in the photo below) and find either is a good option!
![Scones](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0711.jpg)
In my books, some sweet endings have to be on the tea table.
![Teatime Server for One](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0683.jpg)
On my dessert plate, I included a simple parfait of Greek yogurt with lime curd, a mincemeat square, a frypan cookie ball, and shortbread along with some fresh fruit.
![Teatime Sweet Treats](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0696.jpg)
Sometimes, I like to take a day and simply relax and, when I do, afternoon tea is frequently part of the day. The afternoon tea doesn’t have to be elaborate (though it can be) and I find it’s a great way to recharge the batteries.
![Tea Table Set For One](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0699.jpg)
I hope you have enjoyed a wee tea break some time today, too! What are your favorite afternoon tea foods?
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![Afternoon Tea For One](https://myislandbistrokitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/St-Patricks-Day-Tea-for-One.jpg)
To view photos from past St. Patrick’s Afternoon Teas, click on the links below:
A Wee Spot of Tea for St. Paddy’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day Afternoon Tea