Tea in the Presence of Queen Elizabeth II, Feb 24, 2019

Greater Midwest Foodways Alliance Presents



Afternoon Tea in the Presence of
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II



A historical portrayal by Leslie Goddard


Doors open at 12:00 pm, Tea service commences at 1:00 pm

Highland Park Community House
1991 Sheridan Road
Highland Park, Illinois

Sunday, February 24, 2019
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Doors open at 12:00 pm

Cost: $60 prepay or $65 day of event

Reservations required: 312/380-1665 or
Mail payment to:
Greater Midwest Foodways, 544 Michigan Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035

Purchase tickets by credit card via EventBriteor 800-838-3006.


Explore the life of the longest-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom. Observe her childhood as Princess Elizabeth, the abdication of her Uncle Edward, accession of her father as King George VI, WWII volunteer services, marriage to Philip Mountbatten, and accession to the throne as Queen Elizabeth II.

Get to know the woman wearing the crown. How she successfully manages the demanding obligations of Queen, wife and mother with her savvy intelligence, sense of humor and dedication to country.

Leslie Goddard M.A., Ph.D., is an award winning actress and scholar who has been presenting history lectures and portraying famous women in history for more than 10 years. Goddard holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University, specializing in U.S. cultural history, American studies, and women's history as well as a master's degree in theater and in museum studies. A former museum director, she is the author of two books: Remembering Marshall Fields and Chicago’s Sweet Candy History. She currently works full time as a historical interpreter, author and public speaker.

Our tables seat 10 guests. We will do our very best to arrange you are seated with your friends. Please advise by phone or e-mail if you have friends paying separately who will sit with you.

An early bird boutique will feature jewelry, hats, purses and accessories.

A live auction will be conducted to benefit Greater Midwest Foodways Alliance's State Fair Family Heirloom project.

Fee: $60. prepay and $65 day of event (if any seats remain)

Seating is limited. Tickets are non-refundable though they are transferrable, so if you buy a ticket and your plans change, you can sell your ticket. If you do sell your ticket, please let us know who you sold it to.

Your payment will confirm your reservation.

Seating or Questions? (312) 380-1665 or [email protected]

Wish to gift someone a seat at this tea?
We can mail you a gift card to present to your honored guest.




High Tea Menu

First Course
Scottish Smoked Salmon Pinwheels
Beef Tenderloin Triangles
Roast Turkey Triangles
Cucumber & Watercress Leaves
Egg Salad Rounds
Chicken Salad
Open-Faced Asparagus Rounds
Open-Faced French Brie and Cranberry Chutney

Second Course
Homemade Raisin Scones with fresh lemon curd,
Strawberry preserves & Devonshire cream

Third Course
Homemade Cranberry & Apple Pie with fresh cream

Fourth Course
An assortment of Elegant Petit Fours & Pastries


Tea poured all afternoon.

Catered by High Tea with Gerri.

https://greatermidwestfoodways.com/teaqueenelizabethii/

A gentle reminder this event is coming up on Sunday.

While the weather may be rainy, inside it will be warm, fragrant and fun.