Another Town, Another Teatime

 

 Close to the end of our southwest adventure

my "live-in gardener" and I stopped for a short visit

with a college friend and his wife in Sedona, Arizona.

 The red rocks and the surroundings were just beautiful.

 We shared afternoon tea at the Jazz Bouquet Floral and Tea Shop.

The table was set and waiting for us as we arrived.

 Each tearoom experience is a delight,

as the owners put their own twist on what they present.

I do believe that is one of my fascinations and
enjoyments in visiting tearooms as we travel.

 Tea orders were taken.

Then tea was served.

My tea choice was a Darjeeling from Tea Forte.

 Since I didn't write the menu down, let's see if I can remember.

There was a smoked salmon with capers, egg and cucumber slices

on puff crackers, tuna on toast with tomato and pickle, 

and my favorite was a chicken salad.

 Scones with lemon curd and jam.

 Dessert was fresh strawberries and chocolate truffle.

 Here is the whole afternoon tea as it was served.

As each course was eaten the pedestal plate was

removed from the stack.

Another delightful teatime with friends as we traveled.

"When there is true hospitality,
not many words are needed."
~Arapaho quote from The Soul would have No Rainbow
if the eyes had No Tears, by Guy A. Zona