Iced tea is a classic symbol of hospitality in the South. On a hot summer day, nothing quenches your thirst quite like a tall glass of iced tea. Of course, us Southerners are partial to sweet Southern Tea...but, we simply must be hospitable to those who don't like sweet tea for health/dietary reasons and prefer UnSouthern {unsweet} Tea!
Cheese straws are a perfect snack to serve to guests who drop by and are staple in my Entertaining Pantry.
Southern Tea...served in a Waterford goblet...already sweetened while the brew was hot.
UnSouthern Tea...the sweetener {sugar or sweet and low} may be added after the beverage is chilled or not at all.
My sterling Sugar Scuttle...the little scoop on top is used to scoop and add the sugar.
Of course, sterling iced teaspoons are needed to stir the beverage if sugar is added after the tea is chilled. Remember to practice proper "Iced Tea Etiquette" and "The Art of Using an Iced Teaspoon." You can read my previous post here.
Cheese Straws...The indispensable Southern staple!
You can't go wrong with cheese straws from the Mississippi Cheese Straw Factory!
A little note about my floral centerpiece...Several years ago, my late BF Teresa Jane wanted to find a floral piece for her table. We searched the net forever until we found this urn, which matched her chandelier perfectly. Graciously, her husband J.D. gave this to me when I visited her home a few weeks ago. I will forever think of her when I look at the arrangement and am so grateful to him, as he allowed me have several of her possessions...all that really meant something to me.
Thank you for visiting with me to day...have a relaxing weekend y'all!
