Ask any Brit what the meaning of life is and the resounding response is a cup of tea. Obviously we can’t live on brew alone, so over time the sweet and savoury morsels sitting alongside a classic cuppa have been finely honed into the culinary art known as ‘high tea’.

Mini finger sandwiches, jam and cream topped fresh-baked scones, petite pastries, the traditional tea and cake menu is delicious and delightful. Recently, high tea has climbed to sweet new heights with the introduction of Frankenstein-like hybrid confections, think cronuts (croissant-doughnut hybrid), brownie/doughnuts, and the muffin/cupcake combo.

Plating up these decadent desserts in the manner they deserve (and if we’re being honest, social media sharing calls for) is best left to the tableware experts, luxury Brit brand Wedgwood. With more than 250 years in the pretty plating game they’re the ultimate table topper go-to and have just launched a stunning new range of fine bone china tableware, Spring Blossom.

Inspired by picnicking amongst the blooms this 5 piece blossom-motif set will have even the most die-hard décor enthusiast clamouring for a cup of tea and slice of strawberry tart, any excuse to bring these plates to the table. Or… for a serious afternoon treat, take your tea in your boudoir, matching your plates to Wedgwood’s newly minted bedlinen collection.