Afternoon tea is more of an art form than a meal. There is nothing quite like having high tea with a china tea pot and fancy sandwiches and pastries, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats.

In our fast-paced society, the idea of taking the time in the middle of the day to sip tea and conversate with friends may seem like a luxury from a long-gone area. It doesn’t have to be though.

There are two cozy spots in Montgomery County to switch to the slow lane for a little while and enjoy a fine dining experience.

Located in West Point, The Village Tea House is set in a 127-year-old Victorian home. The elegant tearoom offers a variety of meals to have with your afternoon tea, including Margaret’s Full Tea Meal, Village Style with soup or quiche du jour, a house salad, a fresh scone with seasonal curd and Devonshire cream, tea sandwiches, and petite sweets.

In Wayne, A Taste of Britain has been offering a unique afternoon tea experience for more than 30 years. While they also have a regular tea shop, on certain afternoons throughout the year, the shop will host special afternoon tea services with delicious treats like wild mushroom, bacon, and gruyere quiche and scones.

Read more about afternoon tea services in Montgomery County at PA Eats.

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