How to make Tea Sandwiches - Plus my recipe for a Classic Victoria Sponge Cake

[@richardbrown4816]

A serrated bread knife might help to keep from squishing the bread

[@NicolasFairford]

You are like the two millionth person to comment this 😄 x x

[@richardbrown4816]

@@NicolasFairford just discovered your channel and love it. Cheers!

[@NicolasFairford]

So glad to hear that! Thank you x x x

[@icewallflatearth1158]

This is some downton abbey type shit..

[@bibimohamed3179]

@@NicolasFairford I don't like the crust either and makes for a better presentation but it's so much waste

[@meeperbird]

Nicolas is the English grandmother I never had...

[@manzoorelahi3217]

LOL!

[@pravferna4481]

😂😂😂😂

[@Hope-uq1vn]

That made me lol

[@heatherchamberlin7877]

Wish he was my neighbor!

[@eduardochavacano]

He sounds like a Filipino who identifies as British Old Lady.

[@calmvibesnamaste9946]

finally,someone is not rushing everything.it’s a medicine for the ear.

[@asharcher1646]

Oh, you & your ears are missing out if you have not heard john Maclean speak

[@Marie-mj6jb]

Yess so peaceful to watch 😊

[@NotANoob27x7]

@@asharcher1646 #Team S E A M L E S S

[@dawnjohnson8739]

Yes, when I come to watch Nicolas, I am impatient and realize I’m so used to everything being quick and how much I need to slow down.

[@rafaellewis4528]

Lovely to listen

[@andreapisarova8892]

Dear Nicolas, as a teacher, I appreciate your sophisticated English, the kind of English no native speaker uses any more. At first, I thought that I had discovered a new educational channel for ESL students, but you offer more than that. You offer a complete lifestyle. It is so refreshing to just watch and listen because it reminds me of the pleasure of reading a book by Jane Austen. Thank you!

[@thedativecase9733]

There are English people who still speak in complete sentences, however we are told that we "talk posh". This Includes me, a working class Mancunian.

[@barbaravyse660]

It’s good because he talks slowly. I used to show my students Ground Hog’s Day movie because it was so repetitive.

[@jdh6723]

Of course 'native speakers' speak 'sophisticated English'. We are not all local-yokels or 'innits' here, you know.

[@rachelhele7827]

I agree. I don’t have children but I’ll adopt him. That’s how I envision my children to be.😊

[@nuttybar9]

@@rachelhele7827 Cougar!

[@reyemtiw]

Very elegant. I’m from New Orleans and had a French Creole Mother who lived a bit of refinement though we were not toffs by any means. We were extremely well-schooled and taught. Tea was a weekly ritual. Every meal had a proper place setting of flatware in the French manner, cloth napkins, never a paper plate or plastic cup. No bottles or anything with a label allowed on the table. Candles in the evening and a vase with a flower or even greenery from the garden. Soft music playing in the living room. Quiets talk at the table, asked to be excused and clear own plates without stacking. Of course a tablecloth. We were just basic Americans (though I think a little unique being in New Orleans). However my Mother thought it necessary and appropriate to know proper behavior. Having learned great manners has helped me my entire life personally and in business. I continue the way I was raised and perhaps have influenced others. Thanks for the video.

[@mercedeslluberes50]

It’s really glad and confortable to see a young man with fine manners and good taste in this rude time that we’re living, thanks for sharing your delicious recipes, I’m going to try it.

[@healthyheartymeals6541]

Yeah really well mannered boy

[@roxannetoth5026]

@Nytram Nytram4348In answer to your puzzlement over this vid, 1) myself and my old man decorate like this. Always have no matter where. 2) I find it soooo refreshing that dude speaks slowly, soft and pleasant. 3) obviously this is a very good looking young enlishman. This is so calming , classy, tasteful and refreshing. If u want obnoxious, it certainly has pervaded every aspect of present culture and I'm sick of it. Have a nice day. Peace.

[@monaradu3034]

RIGHT MERCEDES❤👍

[@HattieMcDanielonaMoon]

@Nytram Nytram4348 You're very rude

[@yolandaponkers1581]

We never lived in incredibly polite times. 🤷‍♀️

[@jerryconn6496]

Please don’t stop making these videos, they are bringing a lot of elegance into my world.

[@erict7093]

He is very elegant just watching him makes me feel like crap!

[@alesiapiresio9719]

@@erict7093 He is very wealthy also. It’s easy to be elegant when you are that wealthy. Is he related to the Royals by chance?

[@erict7093]

@@alesiapiresio9719: He's wealthy!!!??? Damn 😞😞😞....I definitely don't have a chance... 😫😫😫! I don't know if he is related to any royalty BUT if he ever wanted some Dirty Undignified FUN!!! 😈😈😈😈! I'm a semi dom Top and love 🍑 🍑 🍑 🍑's very much!!!

[@quietandmildone]

@@alesiapiresio9719 no he isn’t. One of his earlier videos talks about his upbringing and current situation. Just a man with excellent taste aspiring toward a life of elegance 🍾

[@alesiapiresio9719]

@@quietandmildone Uh I think he and his Mommy’s castle, tells a different story! He is blue blood aristocrat 100%.

[@amorangelduroseau569]

I'm shocked. Literally thought he was going to start this video with 'What's up guys?!' (first video from this channel I've ever seen)This is so different and elegant.

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much! I love you guys ;) x x

[@DylanRomanov]

I’m so pleasantly surprised

[@corriejo3655]

I subbed instantly lol

[@MarianR1111]

I’ve been trying to think of a word to describe what I appreciate about this video. The word isn’t sophistication, because that has a pompous connotation. I think it’s enjoying the simplicity of life, celebrating something so simple as tea and cucumber sandwiches. I am an outdoors, country woman, so it surprises me a bit how much I enjoy this. And by the way, I’m going to make this recipe. The lemon most likely makes it sensational! Thank you!

[@ritawhite2070]

I am an outdoors, kind of gal as well. I’m 70 grew up with Norwegian parents. We have afternoon tease outdoors on the balcony overlooking the pit sound and Olympics…. My parents had a beautiful motorhome with trouble, Washington state and often wet camping at Lake Chelan for 23 weeks - even so linen tablecloth came out on the picnic table a vase of flowers, cut sandwiches in Norwegian sponge cake, etc. This was common for us and our friends as our friends were also Norwegian Every day elegance seems to be lost. We’re so busy. I so enjoy this young man. I’m going to make my sponge cake today. !

[@nymiuralee6586]

I grew up with “tea time” but it was down home Gullah style. We used to have these tea sandwiches and cakes that’s took all morning to make... all the moms and married women made them, the grannies brewed the tea (they were the only ones who knew what combinations went into infuser or cheese cloth because we made our own teas) and the young girls did the lemonade and iced teas. We’ve done this in our family since the revolutionary war... my favorite is cream cheese herb and cucumber sandwiches( or cream cheese, herb, and smoked salmon) , gooseberry sponge cake with cream cheese frosting and tea made with dried pea flower, lemongrass, and honey suckle...

[@mdeborah827]

I think we need some of your Gullah tea time. Thank you for sharing this.

[@junefaleafine6233]

@Nymiura make a you tube will love to see your creation

[@therealJamieJoy]

please make a channel! sounds fascinating!

[@lildave420]

This sounds lovely! Thanks for sharing!

[@user-px7nh7vs4b]

I think you should have us over. :-)

[@Vic9994546]

Finally some etiquette and a class act for KZbin

[@nataliesoutlet]

Thank you youtube for this golden recommendation ✨✨✨✨

[@connecticutcoop8342]

The perfect balance of serenity and creativity. Nicolas has definitely found his calling. Looking forward to the latest!

[@popcult]

Your very “gentile” videos are the perfect anti dote to the chaos that is going on out there in our world. You provide an escape with pure class. Thank you!

[@3NSII]

They truly are ❤

[@bettyclarke5150]

I couldn't agree more!

[@marymarks7046]

Perfectly stated.

[@kurtfelix1412]

Lol

[@angelguidesindisquise]

Oh MY. Seems like you meant "genteel" & not "gentile" wikidiff.com/genteel/gentile#:~:text=As%20adjectives%20the%20difference%20between,while%20gentile%20is%20non%2Djewish.

[@ronaldarchuleta2496]

Your voice is like ASMR. It's so calm and soothing.

[@edithm8785]

I agree!

[@EmmaLPeel]

Especially when he stirs the butter😩

[@Colleen...O.Canada...]

One more scroll down (to you) and I might not have added my ASMR comment. I have subscribed for his voice and it won't matter if he is talking about paint drying. Cheers

[@alainaswanson1736]

@@Colleen...O.Canada... p

[@kashmalakhan1212]

This was so refreshing & oddly satisfying to watch. At least there’s still some elegance left in this nasty world 😭✨

[@btsforeverforever8721]

Lmao

[@patelpump3257]

Correct. First conquer the world, loot countries of its riches, make them nasty and then become elegant in a nasty world.

[@kashmalakhan1212]

@@patelpump3257 lol calm down

[@CamJ95]

@@patelpump3257 did this SPECIFIC man plunder your country? No? Stfu then.

[@Interactive-gp8xf]

@@patelpump3257 Who “conquered” the world? And when? 🤔

[@VariOda]

Thank you for making this video, was listening to it while studying. Calming voice, good advice, good instruction, educational. Bless

[@lauracolby6038]

Nicolas, I appreciate the time and attention to every detail you put into your videos. They are pleasing to my eyes, my ears and my heart&soul. I am learning to slow down, take a deep breath, relax and find joy and pleasure in the small nuances of daily life because you are teaching me how to do that. I really do love your channel!

[@Aka-ix3su]

My words in this post 💕

[@NicolasFairford]

Hi Laura, Thank you for your note. I am so glad to know that my videos bring you joy and help you to relax. Thank you for our support, I so much appreciate it x

[@beam8250]

Thank you for saying this. Your perspective has really helped me.

[@zaidacrechel4459]

Please Laura the most important things, God, health and tranquility, peace and be with soft (fine) people and good energy. Love and Good Luck. Zaida Puerto Rico

[@barbarabrown7192]

I am in agreement of his life style. Only wish i could live in England's calm tea time parties with people that would enjoy it.

[@citizenearth71]

I am in India, in a rather mentally-stressed state, affected by all the pain and chaos seen here on our news channels. Tbh, I am not personally into baking and tea-sandwiches and formal table settings. BUT... Watching this video was such a healing experience just now! The order, the tranquility, your passion, your wonderful delivery, the sense of elegant, intentional discipline - it was wonderful to take in! Thank you so much! I really needed this! I am newly subbed and see myself returning to your content whenever I need a break from it all!

[@NicolasFairford]

Sending you my thoughts and love during this awful time. So glad I can help in my own very small way x x Nicolas

[@nymiuralee6586]

I’m so sorry that you are going through so much. You, your family, friends, and your country are in my prayers. I pray for the day we can live in a world where we care more about bringing peace, help, and comfort than pain. I’m praying for your strength and peace♥️🙏🏽

[@citizenearth71]

Thank you. I hope for the very same for everyone at your end! Peace and good health to all!:)

[@citizenearth71]

@@NicolasFairford Thank you! :)

[@titosm5766]

Tenha fé!! Nenhum sofrimento é eterno. Cuide-se e entregue-se às coisas boas.

[@laurajohnson5168]

I think that you have the making of being as beloved as Julia Child on this platform. You are elegant, charismatic and incredibly soothing to watch. Please continue bringing content like this as it can only improve the quality of life to anyone watching.

[@NicolasFairford]

Such a nice thing to say! Thank you so much x x

[@atlshawtyyyyyyy]

You just have the most calming, delicate and beautiful aura. Definitely will try these recipes!

[@steve4637]

OMG I didn't think people like this still existed. Thank God they do though

[@kaashee]

There’s countless videos like this and even better, cut with a bread knife. This is a rip off.

[@AsmrbyNoelle]

Watch Gloria Starr

[@moritzblucher5023]

Although: in the 21st century, even these people are vegan ...

[@JaneDoeDoeDeeOhDoe]

@@kaashee How is free content a "rip off"? And which videos are cut with a bread knife?

[@tired_of_u_ppl7985]

@@kaashee - you must be really fun at parties 🤡🤪😂

[@ASafePlacePH]

This is the dream tea party I've always wanted to have as a child in the 90s. Simple, elegant, and impeccable!

[@michelebenedosso3899]

I still do! Might have one in CT 😊

[@Toine399]

Did not you want to go to a park to play, or a rollercoaster instead?

[@ASafePlacePH]

@@Toine399my sisters and I did all those in the 90s. It was such a fantastic era for kids. We actually spent a lot of time outdoors and played.

[@mariaeugeniagarciagonzalez7189]

La tarde de Te que aun hoy a mis sesenta años quiero tener.

[@onionguts]

What an absolute treasure this young man is. We must protect him at all costs 😊 this was absolutely beautiful and exactly what I needed right now. Thank you.

[@youareblessedyouareloved9278]

yes, I agree!

[@rosaleeharris1192]

Me too!

[@smorffis]

You are definitely a old soul , enjoying your videos they are so warm & inviting TY!

[@byealex7607]

It's not only about the elegant lifestyle, but also about the elegant language. Thank you, Nicolas.

[@sharminikamaragoda2976]

It makes me so happy to see that you are keeping and preserving the beautiful traditions of gracious living alive.

[@gabrielleg.1347]

You are the Bob Ross of English lifestyle elegance. So relaxing and inspiring. I want to throw a tea party now!

[@laryssa.fantin]

Exactly! I feel the same about him, it’s one of my favorite channels on KZbin, always so soft and cozy with a lot of elegance ✨

[@michellebatzel5809]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@skellagyook]

Not a bad comparison. Like Bob Ross, he's calming and impossible not to like.

[@NeishaMUA]

Yes

[@jenanization]

Who is Bob Ross

[@latifasalah4228]

You ré so polite and so calm 🙃 I want to be like you to talk and to do all the recipes as you you do them🙂😉 its pleasure to see like your videos 💝 hi from Morocco 👌

[@Axellepanda]

Oh my , I love Victorian era ; its cuisine, its coutume, its clothing style, its architecture, ... And Victorian Christmas is sooo beautiful

[@claudiadeuchars4814]

Me to I love it ❤❤

[@patriciatinoco4229]

Oh, Nicholas, what a wonderful ambience and “thank you” for drawing us in and for the time, effort, and patience that it takes to bring all this together. How delicious looking these English Tea sandwiches look and make our heart’s sing. You really brought it all together beautifully.

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much Patricia - I really appreciate your kind comments and feedback! Much love. Nicolas x x x

[@tracerloenan8020]

Patricia, This is a really great comment. Vary well said and sums it up for myself and others.

[@vilmabock478]

@@NicolasFairford 💟

[@barbarabrown7192]

I am impressed.

[@lindabaker2905]

I live in Canada and belong to a Reading Club that has been meeting consecutively for over 125 years on Tuesdays. We meet at 3:00 p.m. for high tea served from a silver tea service. The table is formally set with lovely tea cups, plates and silver. The desserts and sandwiches are always delightful. After tea a paper is presented by one of us and a lively discussion follows. It is most wonderful. Our ages range over four decades. We meet ten weeks before Christmas and ten weeks after Christmas. It is a wonderful way to spend cold snowy afternoons.

[@bcfriardoyle7697]

I curtsy to your wonderful tradition. The world may still be saved- Amen!💖🦩

[@susankoch1319]

How wonderful, Thank you so much for sharing

[@carmenescobedo7041]

This is the first time that I watched your videos. I liked your personality, tone of voice and you make think of having a tea party for my family and friends, now that people is able to gather again.

[@hopewalker5764]

So a bunch of privileged people who don’t work get together on Tuesdays at 3pm and chat about books. How nice.

[@nailakamana763]

Wow that's my dream 😭 I live all the way in Europe unfortunately, but I would have loved to join if I were Candian.

[@erikasmith8894]

Just stumbled upon your channel, and I absolutely love your videos. You are such a delight, and I appreciate you bringing elegance, class and simplicity back as we need to have that more than ever. You have a new sub, and I am also recommending to my friends. Cheers to tea time!🫖☕️🍰🌷💐

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much!

[@Texasmami]

I’m a Mexican American and I am so inspired to now have tea time! Everything looks delicious ❤️

[@Poopipantz1]

Oh, so your American?? Your American. Not Mexican American. Just American👍🏻🇺🇸

[@anacabrera8374]

Sameee well Salvadorian American lol

[@persephionie7412]

@@Poopipantz1 leave her be

[@karmasauce6288]

@@Poopipantz1 hush

[@sho_wil236]

My goodness, who knew after a long day's work I would be mesmerized by the making of a cucumber sandwich! Thanks so much for your time and patience with us, Nicolas. The world needs more people like you. Aaaahhh....so glad I found your channel!!! #newsubbie

[@phoebewinter4561]

I'm also rather new still and I feel so blessed to have accidentally "stumbled upon" Nicolas' videos! They actually popped up "randomly" in my feed. I'm very, very thankful they did! Isn't Nicolas just a refreshing delight!

[@firehorsewoman9255]

I've never subscribed to a channel so fast. Didn't even finish watching the first video before I subscribed. You're my new ASMR Channel. I live in a camper in a small town in Missouri USA. I have no intention of making any of these recipes. Just drinking a cheap bottle of Missouri blackberry wine and seeing how the other half lives. Carry on, buddy!

[@dementedtomatoproductions605]

Omg same

[@sunrae7680]

I'm from a big city and I'm loving this !!

[@bernadettemccarthyflahive5357]

Sounds like your life would be an interesting video too and I’d be interested in trying the blackberry wine. My neighbour makes country wines here in Ireland from wild foods.

[@AspasiaB]

Blackberry wine is delicious! You're still living a good life! 🍷

[@bhattu1976]

it's after midnight. and this has put me in a good place where i know ill drift off in to peaceful slumber. delighted to have chanced upon this channel. good work, my young friend. a new, happy sub.

[@marionandrews176]

I have an English friend. I can’t wait to surprise her with a proper afternoon tea.

[@terryr7622]

Tell us how it goes🙂

[@fennecfox8623]

The fact that you’ve called it ‘afternoon’ tea means you’re half way there already! 😊

[@NicolasFairford]

I hope you and your friend enjoy the afternoon tea together when you can! Nicolas x x

[@mikegallant811]

Mmm.... Low Tea😋😋😋😋😋

[@zozyb1]

I can't think of a nicer surprise than afternoon tea!

[@wecsupergenius]

Thank you for picking up my spirits! I was having a difficult day and started to smile again when i started watching. I truly needed you today! Thank you!

[@NicolasFairford]

I am so glad to know that I can help in my own small way xoxo Nicolas

[@bcfriardoyle7697]

My husband is an Aussie and we enjoy tea time. I sometimes think it’s why I married him, a little girl’s secret garden dream! And here it is personified! Thank you! 💖🦩

[@francinevangaalen2657]

I feel that enjoy how you are and how you are around your home!!😊

[@ClassicCatalina]

Ok. Alright. I wasn’t looking for this video but ... fort some reason this aesthetic is making me cry with relief and I don’t know why. It’s like I’m swooning but with touch of deep emotion that comes with sweet attention to detail.

[@NicolasFairford]

So happy to hear that! x

[@r-anne7375]

Listening to Nicholas speak with his soothing voice , and makeing tea time special, is so relaxing.

[@laurenbray8314]

Omg I love this. You're like the male British version of Martha Stewart. My obsession with UK continues lol.

[@dazem8]

same... why am I watching tea sandwiches at 3am 🤣

[@kellyheppleston7157]

He is absolutely the prodigy of Nigella Lawson and Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen.

[@chaitanyavarada6737]

She's a woman... Not a man !

[@Consrignrant]

Lol.......... not even close.

[@heatherchamberlin7877]

He knocks Martha S. out of the water!!!!

[@n.v.1173]

So beautiful and relaxing to watch. ⭐️✨🥰

[@carolynrjackson]

As an English woman noticing that there do not seem to be many British people commenting; I want to thank you very much for a beautiful video. Afternoon tea feels very comforting for me, and your video gave me the same feeling of comfort.

[@melinamaria8523]

Hello! I’m also and English lady! So I wanted to ask as your not American if you can notice a slight putting on with the posh accent because I can hear some midlands accent coming through almost like he’s tried to change it to posh? What do you think?

[@carolynrjackson]

@@melinamaria8523 I can't hear any Midlands in his voice at all, but I did notice he says "master" without the southern "aar" vowel sound, as in "maarster". I am from the North, and I do know lots of people who speak "posh" as you put it (me included), but it is still evident that they/we are from the North because of those vowel sounds. So I am not sure if he is affecting his accent, but I must say that I do know people who speak like him 🤷‍♀️

[@anneavenell3691]

@ Carolyn Jackson - same with “ask.”Wasn’t pronounced “ arsk “ as those pesky southerners say😊

[@melinamaria8523]

@@anneavenell3691 I’m from the south! Cornwall actually! I should posh myself as I moved away when I was younger but still go down twice a year and arsk is a stereotyp and I’ve never hear anyone actually say it apart from people in movies that don’t actually know how to speak southern.

[@melinamaria8523]

@@carolynrjacksonI’ve just heard he’s from the cotswolds so that’s what’s what I was hearing. Must have picked up or putting on the posh then. 😂

[@randyterry9672]

This is a great video! My late partner was a wonderful chef. I tried to learn cooking but he always critiqued my efforts and because it took him a fraction of the time I would spend, I decided my role was table setting and washing up. I did, after 20 years of watching and assisting, absorb some of his ability. Though admittedly I am not the natural he was, I can cook. I've always loved savory tidbits as well as sweets, so tea is a tradition I admire. I also have lovely china, both ours and inherited sets with teaware, and now these recipes inspire me to try my own version of tea. Thank you!

[@cindyhalpern3187]

Hi Nicholas! Keep on doing these videos. They are my therapy!

[@andrewsartduchy7721]

This American thanks you for your diligence and dedication to bringing us all these lovely videos on such a frequent basis. They're so calming and informative

[@mayrarodriguez1724]

Wait how did I only just discovered you. You are living my little girl dream.

[@agatazbikowska2742]

I have a similar feeling.

[@dallasschmidt8417]

Anyone would love to spend the afternoon in your beautiful living room! I live in South Carolina and I can tell you that people from the southern US crave your level of hospitality and refinement!

[@thefragrancedfarmhouse8635]

I’m also in South Carolina. I have lived here my entire life. It is my experience that many families here have lived with this level of refinement since the earliest days in this country, however elegance has become an almost lost art here in the last 20 or 30 years. Many of us, the world over, are attempting to bring it back.

[@GAwildflower]

@@thefragrancedfarmhouse8635 Agreed! Georgia here, missing my Granny Joy who was the perfect hostess always. Now I'm almost her age when she passed away and I want to bring those days back. 💐☕🫖

[@sunnydaysatl]

@@GAwildflower I live in Atl there is a great tea room in little 5 points called Dr. Bombay's Underwater Tea Party. Once we can get back to normal life you should check it out if u live near.

[@trudyb4841]

It was an instant subscribe for me! This has been on my watch list for a long time and I am glad I watched it finally

[@westendgirl444]

I don't know how your video ended up in my feed but I love everything about it: the elegant decor, the dog, the delicious looking food, your accent, and your gentle mannerism 🥰 Looking forward to watching more of your videos!

[@candycoatedreams]

As a little girl I loved to have pretend tea parties. These videos make me want to have a tea party as an adult!! You are such a joy to watch. Thanks for all you do 😘

[@kateforsyth1133]

Thoroughly enjoyed this. You’re a respite from the world and a lovely light in my day!

[@NicolasFairford]

So glad! Nicolas x

[@itsneverduck.8691]

When I saw the tomato and cream cheese sandwiches, all I could think is how fantastic it would be if you had some broccoli sprouts for it. Tasty and adorable! I enjoyed your video!

[@crescentusagi]

this is the most relaxing video I've watched in a long time... Discovering your channel brought me joy today ♥️

[@SuperUsernameization]

Such a smooth and pleasant delivery - so soothing. And I'm so happy to have a vegan sponge recipe!

[@IRexStephIPhiCephI]

This is the most absolutely perfect gentleman I have ever seen anywhere....if all young men were as polished and well breed as this...how much better our world would be. . Etiquette and refinement are what the world needs now in spades

[@JOHANNA-qd6iz]

My son is nothing like this guy. My son is perfection in my eyes.

[@jennlovesbert1094]

This dudes certaintly homosexual.

[@westendgirl444]

Yes, he's the complete opposite of the men in North America. That's what makes him appealing to me.

[@barbarabrown7192]

True money makes this possible. Living far from Brutes

[@YellowLittleDucky]

But a person who presents well doesn't mean they are necessarily good. He comes off as a gentleman...that is just a superficial impression.

[@mobrien7128]

The room is so perfect - the tea was lovely as well! And the fire burning … it was a perfect way to celebrate your tea!

[@Ladycraft-lk5tk]

The Victoria Sponge was the first cake I learnt to make at age ten, using a recipe book. I then had to bake one every Sunday for the family until I left for uni.

[@NicolasFairford]

How sweet of you!

[@melandtimable]

Hello from Singapore. Thank you for putting time into making this video. I love the pace. It’s always such a rush for everything in real life that this is such a treat. Stay safe there.

[@3infinity857]

Omg 😄 my mom used to make those same little sandwiches for me when I was in kindergarten. She’ll put them in my little lunch box and everything... they were really good!

[@boebender]

This is just what I needed. You have the most pleasant and soothing voice and accent. Lovely home! Thank you!

[@Begining2013]

You know the divine GOAT make-up artist John Maclean? Well, Nicholas is the etiquette and lifestyle version of that. Just divine.

[@cheekysmiley]

Ah you're so right :) Both the same soothing and aesthetic presence. Should we request a collab..?

[@HerAeolianHarp]

Thanks for updating the classics. Your elegance is grounded in tradition but never feels staid, Nicolas. Thanks.

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much xx

[@Ebby_MoonBunny]

I've been planning a nice afternoon tea for my husband and I to celebrate the beginning of Spring this Saturday, this has been so helpful and inspirational ☺

[@JJOYIA]

Your calm elegant way is much appreciated. Keep brightening up a piece of my day.

[@TheCrazykitty777]

I love your content and the way you present yourself! Very elegant old soul but still very very relatable (when you said: I am not going to obsess about it) That tells me how unpretentious you are! 💖💖💖 So I have been binging on your channel! thank you!

[@kathyesargent9088]

Wish you were my neighbor. Love having tea parties and use to have a tearoom. Thank you💗

[@sunmay993]

same wishes here 🙆

[@Aka-ix3su]

Sammmmmeeeee 😪

[@TheRayjane]

Wouldn’t that be great we could all get together for tea....it would be a nice retreat from the virus 🫖🧁🧁🧁🧁

[@kathyesargent9088]

@@TheRayjane yes would love it💋

[@NicolasFairford]

That would be fun! Thank you so much - Nicolas x

[@elkixpin]

This is a horrible video, I wish I hadn't watched it! It made me get out my house, find the ingredients and cook all afternoon! Delicious! Love the cake, I know what to make my vegan friends now!

[@blacknbougie8021]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@rainniwkw]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@samiajones8705]

Lol

[@celestekittie]

I was so expecting that to end more like "I loved it so much now I have to waste valuable time to go watch more vids to learn new recipes. See what you did?" 😹

[@awendaawenda8011]

How can it be horrible if it got you off the couch and into cooking?

[@jamieshook2157]

Thank you so much for all you do! I just started watching your videos. You are inspiring this Capricorn woman from America! You are helping me come out of my depression. ❤🙏

[@sayitaintso417]

I am obsessed with your content! I feel so at ease...I haven't wanted to binge watch a youtubers content since 2010...a tip on eggs, I know you said you aren't opposed to eating friends free range eggs, but if you must buy them at the store, be sure to get eggs that are "pasture raised." In america, "free range" only means that the chickens have access to a door in their house. It can be any size door, and it doesn't mean the chickens are trained to use the door. That's why there isn't much of a price difference between regular eggs and free range or cage free eggs, since pasture raising is truly more labor intensive/expensive. With pasture raised, you can be sure that for most of the day, the chickens are living how they were meant to, pecking at bugs and stuff, not just corn :)

[@gloamishvonsatyrburg4635]

What a riparian delight

[@jenanization]

We call them organic in England

[@sarahofer4368]

Nicolas, I very much enjoy your video content. Thank you for sharing your easy elegance, natural grace and yummy recipes, with all of us.

[@fredwillins3910]

Hello Sarah

[@theworld2me]

OMG! I feel like I just stepped into the Victorian Era in England. The elegance is flowing off this gentleman. The way he talks and holds himself is not seen much anymore. Yes! A vegan sponge! Being allergic to eggs and milk I will try it.

[@IrishAnnie]

My feet are up after a hectic day shopping for Christmas. This is my reward after wrapping and cooking. I want him to make me feel relaxed and calm. Ok. I have to get up. My hubby wants coffee!!! Nicolas, my very best wishes for 2022. Please keep giving us quality of life beauty to live by!

[@bellawright1420]

Always use the thinnest bread available for dainty sandwiches, it used to be possible to buy a "sandwich loaf" which was particularly thinly sliced. The skin ought to be removed from the cucumber, i use a potato peel and leave on a couple of tiny green strips to add a touch of colour.

[@fnl8887]

Can I just say thank you! I have always wanted to do something like this, but since I live by myself I felt silly. I cant wait to have tea parties all by myself

[@NicolasFairford]

Hi Noemi, you can definitely enjoy a tea party by yourself. Please share it with me! xx Nicolas

[@tiddlywinks456]

I watched a programme where a man lived on his own and he made 1 Victoria sponge sandwich (using 1 tin) and when it was baked and cooled cut it in half and put in the cream/frosting and jam and had made himself half a Victoria sponge cake as two sandwiches would have been too much for him.

[@shireenkanchan489]

This is so beautiful, like a fairytale, keep sharing these lovely recipes!!😊

[@Tmanaz480]

Wonderful balance of natural and artifical light.

[@Kiwi403]

Oh, wouldn't we all love to step into this serenely tasteful video...

[@daniellejoseph9531]

Try using a serrated knife when you have a fuller sandwich and more of a sawing motion - you’ll get less spillage of your filling! 😊

[@meganr9280]

I thought he was going to use that (serrated bread knife) to cut his sandwiches but I was surprised when he pulled out the big chopper 😆 I do love the look of the sandwiches though

[@splodge561]

@@meganr9280 ooer missus

[@LadyGabriela-77.]

I really need a bff like Nicolas to have five o’clock dignified tea with! 😍

[@bethlehemtilahun5724]

Me too 💛🙏💛🙏

[@tiddlywinks456]

Loved this video, so calming. Love your gracious manners too.

[@tishratcliff9601]

As an American, I find your tea videos to be fascinating. I might even try to host a tea, now!

[@tracyhankin4247]

Please know that this is not how the majority of the Brits make sandwiches like this. The rich or the elite enjoy these kind of sandwiches and usually have someone like this you tuber making them.

[@tishratcliff9601]

@@tracyhankin4247 I understood that this is formal, and for a special gathering - but how pretty, and how much fun! And even on a rainy day, with nothing else to do, how nice to do this only for yourself. Lol, I think I’m adopting the Fairford Philosophy!

[@jkos7549]

What a beautiful custom. Your lovely soft-spoken voice is so calming. This video reminds me of my ancestral homelands even though I have never been there. Thank you ❤

[@geetunavani4401]

Peace, calm & serenity...that's you and your exquisite channel, Nicolas. Thank you so much for all that you do. Always inspiring💙

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much Geetu x x Nicolas

[@lylytorrence4890]

Love his voice. So calm and soothing

[@goodbyegut5177]

Nicolas, your tip on adding Dill to the butter is GREAT! True foodie that you are in taking it next level, thank you. You truly are a beautiful person :)

[@isabelledavies42]

Nicolas is certainly passionate about his cooking skills. What he sees and what he does, Is an art!

[@alyssabedford8532]

This is one of the most relaxing and uplifting videos I've seen in a long time! So lovely!

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much - so glad you enjoyed it!

[@lollieanne5993]

I loved watching this, it’s my mum and my grandmother and her mother before her (although I never met her). Preparing this kind of food has been a way of life and tradition on my maternal line for generations. The tea cups, plates, decor and everything about it was like home for me. Quintessentially English I guess. Thank you for posting this.

[@heather7807]

Nicholas is such a lovely person! He is sweet enjoyable to listen to and I'm sure wonderful to be around. 😊 He could really go places and seems to have it all!!! The world is yours to take. ❤️

[@mjrotondi5086]

The same for us. Lovely manners are becoming a thing of the past. I love his etiquette and soft manner.

[@fookwah]

At last a basic vegan cake recipe I can used - thank you so much Nicholas

[@CompanionCorbs]

How have I only just come across your videos today?! This is absolute perfection. The creation of perfect/ soothing moments for tea, the easy and calm guidance - perfection.

[@jeremiahmason4593]

Logging into KZbin this was the first video in my feed. Just lovely! So appropriate for a Sunday morning. Cheers love!

[@DC-lp5lt]

This video has reminded me of the tea parties at my Nana's. Or even our family reunions. I feel so lucky for having such a wonderful grandmother. Fortunately the tradition continues through my mother and aunts. My Nana's tea parties were a real spread: sandwiches, cake, cream meringues, eclairs, scones,... ❤ It is really nice to keep these traditions and not forget them. Luckily I keep family videos that go back to 1939 where I can still watch how they enjoyed life at parties, weddings, horse races, swimming at The Lakes or going to the beach and even I can see them all dressed up comming out of a Pub making funny faces pretending they were drunk😂 (or maybe they were indeed a bit "happy"! ). Good old times. Not that I don't enjoy life too, haha. But now I live in Spain and I do miss these things sometimes so these videos are so wonderful to watch. Thank you Nicholas.❤

[@DC-lp5lt]

I forgot to mention the beautiful china, teapot, cup and saucer, tablecloth, flowers,... it really is a very important thing as well when you host a tea party. The presentation is absolutely delightful.

[@mariatrotter6889]

He has such a wonderful well paced voice . I just love his personality and style . A lovely calmness. I’ll definitely keep watching and please NF publish your book on proper English tea

[@erkanbatti]

First time seeing his videos and I love the way he speaks and his manners. I really enjoyed it. I cannot wait to try my sandwich tomorrow

[@marciavaldez7767]

Hello. I just came across your beautiful video at one in the morning; couldn't sleep. I am from the state of New Mexico in the United States. We are in the southwest and what I have learned or experienced about tea time is minimal. I have had afternoon tea twice, once I a bakery and once at a hotel. I really like your idea of incorporating into our day as a means of self care. A way to be intentional, slow things down, take of ourselves, and enjoy a beautiful moment. I am subscribing and will be viewing your tea series. Thank you for a mix of beauty, modern, and refinement. Class cannot be bought. Be well and be safe. Blessings.