The Secret Book Society Inspired Luncheon Menu: A Bookish Recipe Guide to Delight Every Reader

Here’s a printable luncheon menu inspired by The Secret Book Society, perfect for your book club, or themed tea party. Be sure to take pictures and tag @TracyMRobertson.

🫖 The Secret Book Society Luncheon Menu

A Rebellious Afternoon Tea for Strong Women

Welcome Tea & Refreshments

Lady Duxbury’s Signature Earl Grey

With lavender & orange peel—bold and refined.

Rose Wharton’s Peach-Infused Iced Tea

A sweet American-inspired refreshment.

Savory Selections – “Words Matter, Bite by Bite”

Eleanor’s Smoked Salmon Tea Sandwiches

Lemon-dill chèvre on rye rounds.

Cress & Cucumber Sandwiches

Classic, crisp, and softly reinvented.

Mini Chicken & Tarragon Pastries

Comforting and savory; a nod to sisterhood.

Sweets & Celebrations – “Love, Celebration, & Resistance”

Lavinia’s Lavender Shortbread Cookies

Sweet, floral, and a gentle rebellion.

Lemon-Glazed Poppy Seed Cake Slices

Feminine, strong, and symbolizing resilience.

Victorian Jam Tarts

Raspberry & blackcurrant preserves.

Optional Drink Add-On

Lady D’s Secret Champagne Punch

Elderflower cordial, sparkling wine, minted berries (adults only).

Setting & Style Tips

Use lace tablecloths, vintage teacups, and floral arrangements in lavender, rose, or marigold.

Print menus on decorative stationery or tuck quotes from classic banned books onto each plate.

Set the mood with light chamber music or solo piano.

Perfect for book clubs, vintage tea parties, or women’s empowerment events