Things about British afternoon tea that will change how you see it 🫖 The Duchess was hangry: Invented in 1840 by Anna Russell, the Duchess of Bedford, who simply couldn’t wait for dinner. 👸🏻 • The Great War: Scones first or jam first? In Cornwall, it’s cream first. In Devon, jam first. They’ve been arguing for 200 years. 😅 • The “High Tea” Myth: “High tea” was actually a working-class meal. Ordering it at a fancy hotel? That’s just “Tea.” 💅 • Gloves Over Crusts: Finger sandwiches have no crusts because Victorian ladies didn’t want to smudge their gloves. 🧤 • Pinky Down: Never the pinky out- that’s a total myth. Hold the cup with two fingers. Always. 🤌 The Proper Order: 1️⃣ Savories: Start with the finger sandwiches. 2️⃣ Scones: Move to the middle tier while they’re still warm. 3️⃣ Sweets: Save the top-tier pastries for the grand finale. Pro Tip: Never skip the queue- it’s the golden rule of tea etiquette! ☕️ Afternoon tea looks like just sandwiches and s...