From Hello Kitty to pastry paradise: 7 of the best places in Hong Kong for afternoon tea this summer
Want to take a break from the long day? Savouring in a delightful afternoon tea may be just what you need. This summer, some wondrous places are introducing their summer limited afternoon tea sets. These are our seven favourites.
1. The Peninsula and Sanrio’s Hello Kitty
Calling all Hello Kitty fans: your dream is coming true. The much-loved cartoon character is being featured in a special themed afternoon tea at the royal and luxurious Peninsula Hong Kong until September. Immerse yourself in adorable bows and the signature red and pink colours of Sanrio’s most popular icon. We know you will not be able to resist the trifle cake, caramel apple tart or the exclusively made cookies.
Price: HK$798 for two Persons
Date: 1 August until 30 September, 2019
2. The Ritz-Carlton and Giuseppe Zanotti: in love with dazzling beauty
A little aesthetic never fails right? The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong’s Cafe on the 103rd floor is stepping up its game by collaborating with luxury Italian brand Giuseppe Zanotti. The brand is known for his sculptural, jewelled heels, luxury trainers, handbags, jewellery, and leather ready-to-wear. Crystal-encrusted butterflies are now flying from artistic heels and fluttering onto a beautiful crafted afternoon tea. The set features a bed of exotic flowers and crystal-encrusted petals. Highlighted items include the foie gras and fig mousse macaron with Prunier caviar and barbecue pulled pork squid ink mini burger. Do not miss your chance, ladies.
Price: HK$418 per set
Date: Now until September 15, 2019
3. Alibi and su:m37°: picnic on the beach afternoon tea
Tired of the conventional tea set and want to try something new? The beauty-inspired “picnic on the beach afternoon tea” could be just your cup of tea. The Alibi at Cordis Hong Kong has collaborated with natural fermented Korean skincare brand su:m37° to pamper you this summer. “Sum” is Korean for “to breathe”; and “:” is a symbol of breath and awakening; while “37°” represents the optimal temperature of the human body and for the natural process of yeast fermentation. Topped with su:m as a little touch on pastries such as hamachi (Japanese fish) with sea urchin sabayon (Italian sauce), mushroom and white truffle oil baguette, chorizo and Manchego cheese toasties, your body and mind should feel at ease.
Price: HK$498 for two
Date: Now until 30 September, 2019
4. Marco Polo Hong Kong and the British wardrobe afternoon tea
To mark premium London womenswear Phase Eight’s 40th year in existence, Marco Polo Hong Kong has launched the British wardrobe afternoon tea set. The set is inspired by the defining features of the brand – feminine, luxurious, warm and inviting. The chefs carefully crafted the stylish afternoon tea with nine sweet items and four savoury tea time treats, while showcasing a gorgeous wardrobe. Be sure to keep an eye out for the “8” shaped red circles over the caramel macaron with sea salt, lime basil mousse with strawberry, the classic New York cheesecake with blueberry and more.
Price: HK$488 for two
Date: Now until 31 August, 2019
5. The Pottinger Hong Kong and Annoushka: a dream paradise afternoon tea
This July, in collaboration with fine jewellery brand Annoushka, the Gradini Ristorante E Bar Italiano at The Pottinger Hong Kong is out to make you feel like you are in a glamorous pastry paradise. Taking inspiration from Annoushka, executive chef Cano at the bar is putting whimsical twists on the colour, motif and texture of Annoushka’s bold 18ct gold Dream Catcher collection. The sweet creations, such as the home-made foie gras mousse mini cone and mini Wagyu burger with honey mustard mayonnaise, should be able to lead you to dreamland. Be sure not to miss them.
Price: HK$238 per person
Date: Now until 31 July, 2019
6. InterContinental Grand Stanford: summer strawberry and mango afternoon tea
It’s summer teatime, gather your friends and family to share a moment of joy. The Lobby Lounge at the InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong is celebrating with some fruity pastries and in-season fruit. This includes strawberries from France and Korea and mangoes from the Philippines. Paired with a drop of tropical flavour are the traditional afternoon tea classics – smoked salmon and cream cheese roulade. Exclusively designed by French executive pastry chef, the tea should wow you as a refreshing summer experience.
Price: HK$488 per set
Date: Now until 31 August, 2019
7. Regal Kowloon Hotel: fruit and flower blossom afternoon tea set
As the aromatic sweet smell flows into your mind, it might take a second to tell whether it is the blossoming flowers or the fruity fruits – or actually both at the Regal Kowloon Hotel V bar and lounge. The tea offers a Sakura raindrop cake and Chrysanthemum lemon tart, alongside with osmanthus, shrimp and avocado open faced sandwich. There must be something in the set for you. Layered in rows and finishing with iced fruit tea, this set is the last word in summer elegance.
Price: HK$348 for two
Date: Now until 31 August 2019
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Immerse yourself with Sanrio’s most popular icon or simply pamper yourself at Alibi Cordis Hong Kong this summer. Here are our top seven perfect places to take afternoon tea