"A perpetual feast of nectar'd sweets, where no crude surfeit reigns." 

 -John Milton                                               

 

Tea has recently become popular in the United States for business and social entertainment. Our introductory course Tea & Etiquette covers the history of tea, tea types, and forms of service. Efffective business and social conversation is discussed, plus the dos and don'ts of tea etiquette.

THE ETIQUETTE SCHOOL OF NEW YORK in Manhattan's Tea & Etiquette programs incorporate the latest in social and business etiquette with an appreciation of the cultural and historical significance of tea.

To further the enjoyment of teatime, Tea & Etiquette programs include modern manners for children, and contemporary etiquette for adults. Each program features a tea menu and participants receive an illustrated pamphlet which highlights the program.

Our AFTERNOON TEA & ETIQUETTE  program  covers:

       1. Host and Guest Duties

       2. Handshaking-The Ultimate Greeting

       3. Protocol for Introductions

       4. Rise to the Occasion

       5. Conversation at Tea

       6. The Basics of Serving and Drinking Tea

       7. The History of Tea

       8. The Dos and Don'ts of Tea Etiquette     

 

For children, we also offer a TEDDY BEAR TEA & ETIQUETTE  party for 3, 4 and 5 years olds; and  TEA & ETIQUETTE WITH ALICE & WONDERLAND , which is appropriate for 6,7 and 8 year- olds. Each class introduces children to basic etiquette and good manners ,and provides them with a feeling of importance as they learn how to interact with others on a more formal basis. . 

For adults, there are a number of hotels in Manhattan at which you can have a private Tea & Etiquette tutorial hosted by Patricia Fitzpatrick. The fee for a private tutorial is $150.00, plus the cost of your tea service.                                            

We invite you to contact us if you are interested in hosting a tutorial tea at your school, business, club or home.