When friends get together it's always fun to visit a favorite tea room where we can take our time to catch up on what is happening in each others' lives and talk about things that are important to us. At Christmas time it's an opportunity to exchange gifts, too! So that is what we did today at Dollies Tea Room in Clear Spring, Maryland. . . .
We had our individual choice of tea which we chose from this menu which included seasonal teas. The food was a fixed menu. . . .
Each place setting was different. This was mine. It reminded me of a set of dishes my grandmother had. . . .
I must say this was the BEST tomato soup I've ever tasted. . . .
After the soup and quinoa salad the tea sandwiches/quiche, etc. and desserts were brought to the table. . . .
By the time I filled my plate with the third tier I was ready to just take a bite out of each and take the rest home for my husband. . . .
The meal ended with a scoop of cranberry sorbet. . . .
Then we had our gift exchange. . . .
At the end I was surprised with a card with personal notes and candle to wish me a happy birthday. . . .
The last time this group of friends went to Dollies was in 2014. We were a much larger group then known as the Tasha Tudor Museum Society. You can read that post here.
How lovely to celebrate the holidays and exchange gifts in a tearoom, Cathy. Your group always has interesting gatherings. ♥
ReplyDeleteWe try hard to come up with interesting things to do!
DeleteIt all looks wonderful! What better way to celebrate the Season than with like minded kindred spirits sharing good food in a beautiful setting.
ReplyDeleteI agree!
DeleteFun! Happy Belated Birthday!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sharon!
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