Stay tuned for new Afternoon Tea & Etiquette seminars coming in Summer 2026 only!
Enjoying Afternoon Tea has become an excellent alternative to hosting guests for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, which is generally more cost-effective, more leisurely, and less time-consuming than being away from the office and home.
Using Tea for business typically starts between 3 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., when all guests are less rushed to return to the office, and is generally held in an elegant, calming environment. It can include a glass of champagne, sherry, or a cocktail to mark the end of the day. Once comfortable with this form of dining, most people say they prefer to entertain in this manner to display added savvy.
In this delightful 2-hour special event, participants master the art of navigating the do's and don'ts through an elegant Royal Afternoon Tea service preceded by a brief overview of the world of tea and types of tea services.
Agenda includes
- History of tea past to present
- Types of teas
- Tea production and processes
- Forms of tea service
- Host duties and guest responsibilities
- The etiquette of taking tea
- Strategic do’s and don’ts on how to drink tea
- Then, enjoy a 4-course Royal Afternoon Tea w/ a pour of sparkling wine, as desired.
Who should attend
Anyone interested in experiencing a delightful learning journey about the world of tea, its history, and its nuances can enjoy an Afternoon Tea service here in the U.S. and worldwide. Be savvy about using this new style of entertaining for business and pleasure. Adults may bring a young person who is at least 12 years old. Younger-aged Afternoon Tea seminars are also available through an association with Crown & Crumpet in Marin. See www.crownandcrumpet.com for full details and registration.
Why attend
Whether you are a person interested in learning more about the world of Afternoon Tea, or a business professional seeking information for professional purposes, Afternoon Tea has become an excellent alternative for both business and pleasure. Mastering the ins and outs of enjoying Afternoon Tea gives the person the edge in not feeling nervous, yet instead feeling great confidence and poise when that invitation arrives to enjoy this time-honored, dainty respite of the day.
Additionally, for the business professional, this course will reduce stress and frustration whenever they are invited. After this seminar, you'll be so confident that you'll want to host your own Afternoon Tea meetings to create a memorable experience for all your guests, serving as the best respite from the workday.
When to attend
Once a year in Summer
San Francisco: Sunday 12th July, 2026
Time: 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Other fun mid-week youth, teen, and adult group teas can be arranged for most Wednesdays
throughout the year.
Investment
$108 per person
This includes expert instruction, a multi-page Action Guide for home reinforcement, and interactive classroom activities to reinforce learning. Of course, the highlight is the Royal Afternoon Tea service.
Lastly, be sure to sign up for our newsletters, as shown below, to stay informed about the latest news on seminars and other services, and to receive our Etiquette Tip of the Month e-newsletter. For questions, please email us at info@advancedetiquette.com. We'd enjoy hearing from you.