A British custom that originated in the 1800s among the U.K.'s most prestigious and wealthy, high tea is a "mini meal" that bridges the gap between lunch and dinner. On September 10th and 11th, the pub hosted a reservation-only traditional afternoon tea, which was originally designed as a sophisticated affair d to cure hunger pangs via tea and savory bites.

The Cat & Fiddle offered sandwiches, scones, sweets, and tea or champagne to Southern Californians looking to enjoy a historical afternoon tea in memoriam of Queen Elizabeth II. It is unknown at this time if the restaurant plans to repeat the event, but you can keep an eye on their website and Facebook page for upcoming events and announcements.