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Coming Soon! My new cookbook!!!

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Tea Parties are cool! It’s all about creating memories with your child. Get the kids away from their devices and into the kitchen. You and your mini chef can bake something special and enjoy your time together over a nice pot of tea.

The Tea Party Cookbook is not just a cookbook. it will give you delicious and simple recipes, but also tips on how to plan a  lovely tea party for two, or an enchanting birthday party for a group of children. Find out why everyone loves afternoon tea and the tea rooms I still have on my bucket list.

It’s not just for kids. Enjoy connecting with your friends over good conversation and finger foods. Perfect for a planning a bridal shower. a milestone celebration, Mother’s Day lunch, or a brunch for your girlfriends. Your friends will appreciate your efforts.

EVENT:  BOOK LAUNCH PARTY
Join me on  October 23, 2025 to help me celebrate the launch of my first book! Light refreshments will be served but check out the menu at this awesome place! Attendees can enter for a chance to win a raffle prize.
BONUS: The book will be available for purchase online but on the day of the Book Launch Party, no shipping or tax. The first 25 customers will receive a gift with purchase.
Note:  Limited number of signed books will be available for purchase at this location.

Thursday, October 23rd
6 PM – 9 PM
Chocolate and Love Cafe
5985 Rodeo Drive, Mississauga
(Heartlands – Britannia & Rodeo)

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Entertaining

Cucumber & Cream Cheese Sandwiches

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These easy finger sandwiches are so fresh and delicious. Perfect for tea parties.

Makes 3 sandwiches

1/2 brick (4 oz) of cream cheese, softened or small container of whipped cream cheese
1 tablespoon mayonnaise or sour cream (use more if you want a more spreadable consistency)
1/8 teaspoon dried dill or minced garlic or chopped chives (optional)*
6 slices of white bread
1/2 cucumber, peeled and sliced 1/8” inch thin

  1. After slicing the cucumbers thinly with a mandolin (be very careful!) or a sharp knife, sprinkle with salt and let it sit and drain with a paper towel over it.
  2. Beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise or sour cream, and herbs (if using) in a medium-sized bowl until well mixed. Cover and leave in the fridge until ready to use. *To make things simpler, you can also buy a small tub of herbed cream cheese ready-made. Even plain cream cheese pairs well with cucumber.
  3. Spread cream cheese on all 6 slices of bread. Trim off the crust. Layer slices of cucumber. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cut into 3 fingers. Total: 18 pieces

Variation:  Cucumber Sandwiches
Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese on 3 slices of bread. Lay cucumber slices on the pieces of bread, lightly sprinkle salt and pepper. Cover with the other bread slices to make a sandwich. Trim off crusts. Cut an X to produce 4 quarters (triangles) for a total of 12 pieces.

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Interviews

Dishing with Linda Barnett, The Travelling TeaRoom & Boutique

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I am so thrilled to be chatting with Linda Barnett, owner of The Travelling TeaRoom & Boutique. If you love High Tea, she offers a mobile tea service experience, complete with beautiful china, delicious sandwiches, scones, desserts (all made by Linda!), and tea. With the pandemic, she has pivoted to offer unique gifts and designer jewelry and accessories, along with a selection of fine quality organic teas, Chakra teas, tea themed Note Cards, and Party Favors at her online store. Join her Facebook group, The Travelling TeaRoom & Boutique VIP Group to find out more.

Linda has recently published a cookbook, “Sophisticated Entertaining for High Teas and Other Sumptious Meals”. You can email Linda to order the cookbook ($19.95).

Contact Linda Barnett, The Travelling TeaRoom & Boutique
Website: http://www.thetravellingtearoom.ca/
Email: lbarnett@thetravellingtearoom.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetravelingtearoom/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelling_tearoom/

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