Last Saturday when blogging friend, Judith, [at Lavender Cottage] and her hubby, Glenn, were on their way back home to Ontario, Canada from spending some time in Florida, I invited them to stop by my house for 'high tea' [supper], and they graciously accepted my invitation.
I felt like I already knew Judith since our personal correspondence began back in the fall of 2012 when I got my "Time for Tea" angel from her. It was delightful meeting her and Glenn in person.
Since Judith loves the color lavender, I used a table topper to incorporate the color into the tablescape. The dishware was two different sets of Depression glass - Light Blue Madrid [Federal Glass] and Moderntone Cobalt Blue [Hazel-Atlas].
The meal was simple "comfort food" - Savory cheddar cheese and bacon scones; bacon, lettuce, and tomato toss salad [Allrecipes.com]; Velvety Cream of Mushroom Soup [Unofficial Downton Abbey Cookbook]; and Shepherd's Pie. Glenn is a retired fireman, and he said Shepherd's Pie was a staple at the fire station. There's a wide variety of recipes for the casserole, and technically mine was really Cottage Pie since I used ground beef instead of lamb. Judith and I both drank Harney & Sons decaffeinated Hot Cinnamon Spice tea because it was after 5:00 p.m. and we valued our sleep that night. Our husband's drank "the other beverage" [coffee]. ;-) Dessert was chocolate mound cake, which I blogged about here.
The guys had plenty to talk about, while Judith and I had our own conversation. It was a very enjoyable evening!
Our hubbies were camera shy and didn't want to be in any pictures, but they took a photo of Judith and me.
Judith didn't need to come bearing gifts, but she did. She gave me a tin of Earl Grey Creme tea from Teavana, which is absolutely delicious. The oil of bergamot is very light and subtle, not overpowering as some Earl Grey's can be.
The aroma of the dry leaf is so good!
I enjoyed a cup of it with a piece of Chocolate Mound Cake on Sunday afternoon - which is definitely not on my diet two days in a row, but as they say, you only live once, right? ;-)
She also gave me a tin of Moroccan tea mints from Teavana. They are yummy and the container is a perfect purse size.
And a magnetic pad for my refrigerator. [Apologies for the camera reflection in the cellophane wrapper.]
Thanks, Judith, for your thoughtfulness and generosity. You and Glenn were a pleasure to have in our home, and we thank you for taking time out of your schedule to stop by and see us. As I always say, "You meet the nicest people over tea!"
What a great opportunity to meet a friend face to face. Your table was lovely, the food and tea sounds delicious, and I expect the company was the best of all!
ReplyDeleteI am so jealous that both you and Linda got to meet Judith during her travels! What a beautiful table setting and a yummy feast you prepared, and I'm sure Judith was delighted!
ReplyDeleteIt is so special to meet special bloggers! Your table is lovely and the menu sounds delicious.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful you were able to get together with Judith. It is always so fun to meet someone in person you have gotten to know online. I'll look for that tea...most Earl Greys are too overpowering for me. Thanks for the post and linking to Tuesday Cuppa Tea!
ReplyDeleteRuth
How wonderful to meet a fellow blogger. Teavana is one of my favorite tea shopping spots. Your tea sounds sounds delicious and I'm sure Judith enjoyed the lavender. Happy Tea Day!
ReplyDeleteHow special to meet Judith and to have tea with her! Your menu sounds delicious and your table decorated so lovely! Hope sometime to be able to have tea with you!
ReplyDeleteHugs...Nancy
Sounds like you had a wonderful time!
ReplyDeleteLiz @ Shortbread & Ginger
How lovely that you two ladies got to meet! Your high tea sounds simply delicious and I'm sure the gentlemen enjoyed their visit as well. You know, Judith and I both live in Canada but we haven't met yet. Canada is a big country. Maybe someday we'll have the pleasure of sipping tea together. Your table looks lovely and thank you for sharing this with Tea Time today. Enjoy your day, Phyllis.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Sandi
So happy that you two got to meet and the high tea sounded wonderful.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful thing it is to meet bogging friends!
ReplyDeleteIt is so wonderful that you two were able to meet and share a tea. Just great!
ReplyDeleteRuthie