And to honour the quintessentially British refreshment we asked our readers for the best places in Sheffield to go for a cup of tea and even a bit of cake.
Our appeal coincided with National Tea Day on April 21 – and here are the results.
5. Sweet Pea Cafe
The cafe is hosted inside Frecheville Community Centre. Photo: submit
6. Cafe at Dore Moor Garden Centre
The cafe at the garden centre in Dore has proven very popular with our readers. Photo: submit
7. Wentworth Garden Centre
A little out of Sheffield but the cafe at Wentworth Garden Centre is very popular. Photo: submit
8. Cakes By Nancy
The shop is based in South Anston. Photo: submit