There are do's and don'ts when it comes to making a cup of tea and whether it's jam or cream first on a scone. If you want to know the correct etiquette, former Queen's footman Steven Scott Kaye is just the man to ask. Steven, who used to run the Footman's Rest bar in Nottingham, has teamed up with Birds Bakery to reveal some of the secrets behind hosting a party fit for royalty.
During his time at Buckingham Palace, Steven, who also boasts the titles of Knight of the Order of Independence of Jordan and royal and etiquette commentator, was trained to the highest standards in personal service, performing a range of duties at all Royal residences, which include laying the table, serving afternoon tea, valeting, sitting on carriage processions and even walking the Queen’s Corgis.
In the run-up to the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Steven offers these tips on how to host a street party to Royal standards, as well as revealing a few palace secrets. How to eat a scone properly has always caused much debate – jam first? Cream first? Or just pile it all on? Commenting on how Her Majesty prefers her scones, Steven said: "Cream teas have been served since the 11th century and are still a hot topic of conversation. But for Her Majesty, it’s cream first.”
