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Capture the elegance of teatime at Downton Abbey with this official afternoon tea cookbook.

Afternoon tea is a revered and treasured English tradition--and no one knows better how to prepare and enjoy a proper tea than the residents of Downton Abbey! Filled with delectable recipes, etiquette, and tea service know-how, this vibrant and unique cookbook will guide fans of the PBS series and anglophiles alike through every stylish element of this British cultural staple at home.

Spanning sweet and savory classics--like Battenberg Cake, Bakewell Tart, toffee puddings, cream scones, and tea sandwiches--the recipes capture the quintessential delicacies of the time, and the proper way to serve them. Lavish photographs of dishes and the beloved series plus special quotes bring the characters of Downton Abbey--and this rich tradition--to life in contemporary times.