Father's Day is just around the corner, and there is nothing more special than treating your Dad (or the men in your life) to an easy Father's Day Tea Party with hearty savories and sweet treats designed just for them.
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We're honoring dads, uncles, grandfathers, and the special men in our lives with a Father's Day afternoon tea with delicious food we know they will love! From hearty finger sandwiches to zesty savory dishes and decadent desserts.
Honoring the men in our lives with an afternoon tea is an endearing and memorable way to show them how much they mean to us.
While I've written about a Lakeside Fisherman Supper, honoring my dad and grandfathers with a menu they love and a hobby they adore (fishing), I realized I had neglected to treat them to one of my favorite pastimes:tea parties.
Growing up, one of the highlights of the year was the annual Father-Daughter Tea. If you've ever attended one, you know exactly what I mean. For a little girl, her Dad's full attention, a beautiful, fancy dress, and a tea party with delicious treats make for a memorable occasion she will never forget.
Now grown up, it's time for me to reciprocate that beautiful experience by treating him to an unfussy tea menu he'll love, from more substantial finger sandwiches to savory and sweet treats.
And if you're looking for more finger sandwich ideas, my Tea Sandwiches post has dozens of recipes, ideas, and tips.
Father's Day Tea Party Recipes
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Mini Cheeseburgers with Fried Shallots
These delectable Mini Cheeseburgers with Fried Shallots are sure to delight Dad for a lovely Father's Day tea. Mini Cheeseburgers with Fried Shallots pictured with Summer Vegetable Kebabs.
These Beef Fillet Crostinis are a savory mixture of beef tenderloin fillet, mayonnaise, freshly ground horseradish, and flat-leaf parsley on a multigrain crostini.
"Strips of puff pastry are layered with a luscious aïoli, mozzarella cheese, and roast beef before being folded accordion style, placed in a muffin pan, and baked. Pictured with Loaded Potato Twists."
Pub Style Beef Pot Pies in Muffins Tins is a celebration in every bite. Simple to make, utterly delicious, fun to serve, and perfect as an appetizer or the main event.
These easy to make Blueberry Scones with Lemon Butter Glaze are flaky and tender, sweet with blueberries, bright and fresh with lemon. And... they're absolutely perfect for breakfast, brunch... or afternoon tea.
"Rye bread with caraway seeds, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, spicy brown mustard, and spring mix lettuces combine to create delectable Pastrami-Swiss Tea Sandwiches."
These Ham, Tomato Chutney & Cheddar Tea Sandwiches are scrumptious and simple to prepare. Ham, Tomato Chutney & Cheddar Tea Sandwiches pictured with Corned Beef Tea Sandwiches and Fat Rascal Scones.
When it comes to pie, Coconut Cream Pie is a perennial favorite. This new twist delivers everything you love about coconut cream pie, in bite-sized portions.
Creating a theme for your Father's Day Tea Party is simple when you consider their favorite colors and pastimes. I love blue and white, but there are so many other ideas too. And yes, I think I could even come up with a "fishing theme" if needed (smile).
photo credit: teatimemagazine.com
Consider the tableware you already have and choose colors in that palette, or highlight their favorites. Be creative on where you might host your tea, whether that be in your dining room, or on the patio, or even a picnic table.
Tea Party Menus
If you're planning a tea and looking for more ideas on hosting an afternoon tea, here are some tips, resources, and recipe ideas for your next gathering:
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Stephanie:
At first, I wasn't sure about a Father's Day Tea, but when I read through the menu ideas, I loved everyone of them. Not sure if you are aware of Tea Time Magazine, but they are having a celebration in November, I bet you would love. You should check it out.
Have a nice day.
Annie
Hi Annie! I’m so glad you liked the Father’s Day tea menu. I had the men in family in mind with their hardier appetites and preferences. And tried to keep it as unfussy as possible 😍. I love Teatime Magazine and get much inspiration there— although I didn’t know about the November event! I’m super curious now and am on my way to check it out. Thank you so much!
Stephanie:
At first, I wasn't sure about a Father's Day Tea, but when I read through the menu ideas, I loved everyone of them. Not sure if you are aware of Tea Time Magazine, but they are having a celebration in November, I bet you would love. You should check it out.
Have a nice day.
Annie
Hi Annie! I’m so glad you liked the Father’s Day tea menu. I had the men in family in mind with their hardier appetites and preferences. And tried to keep it as unfussy as possible 😍. I love Teatime Magazine and get much inspiration there— although I didn’t know about the November event! I’m super curious now and am on my way to check it out. Thank you so much!