Teatime

"It's the act of baking that I find very calming - and there's something so pleasurable in providing a cake for a friend."
Nigella Lawson

Great Cakes from Great Cooks
We asked some of Britain's best cake cooks to give us their tried-and-tested teatime recipes. Click here for the recipes

Party Survival Guide
Does the thought of playing host to loads of children leave you cold? Try our tips on making the day go with a bang, not a whimper.
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Big Chef, Little Chef
Parents share their favourite recipes to cook with their children. It's a fun way to spend a rainy afternoon!
Reader recipes

Discovering Tea
It's not just about plonking a teabag in a mug. Oh, no - making tea has a long and glorious history…
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Top Spots For Tea
From cream teas to perfect brews, here's our pick of some of the best places to take tea around the country
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The Perfect Cuppa
The Tea Palace's expert offers guidance on making the very best cup of tea you can. Now where are our doilies?
Tips on tea