What Is Traditionally Eaten With Tea? A Global Guide to Tea-Time Snacks
                                
                                
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                                Originating in 19th-century Britain, the tradition of afternoon tea was popularized to bridge the gap between meals. Today, what is traditionally eaten with tea varies greatly across cultures, from sweet pastries and biscuits to savory deep-fried treats and delicate cakes.