Afternoon tea is a light meal typically eaten between 3 and 5 o'clock. It originated in the United Kingdom, though various places that used to be part of the former British Empire also have such a meal. However, changes in social customs and working hours mean that most Britons only take afternoon tea on special/formal occasions. While afternoon tea used to be an everyday event, nowadays it is more likely to be taken as a treat in a hotel, café, or tea shop, although many Britons still have a cup of tea and slice of cake or chocolate at teatime.

As the winning bidder, you and a guest will enjoy an Afternoon Tea for two - either at the Garden Terrace Lounge in the Four Seasons Hotel in Washington (Georgetown) - or at another place of your choice (Washington DC metro area only)!