This book provides 100 recipes, both new and traditional, for savouries, sandwiches, breads, scones and small cakes, illustrated with step-by-step photographs. They are designed for occasions with a few friends or a large crowd. The book concludes with menu suggestions for various types of tea parties, including picnic teas, summer garden teas and fireside teas. Other books by the author include "The Book of Desserts" and "The Book of Pasta".