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Tea, anyone? Welcome to our list of recommendations for the top teatime experiences this summer. There are plenty of traditional afternoon teas, fusion experiences and special collaborations to choose from to keep you busy all summer long.
Summer 2023 afternoon teas in Hong Kong
Azure 80 – Yun’s Lantern Afternoon Tea
Looking for an afternoon tea with the wow factor? Harbour City Shanghainese-Sichuan newcomer Azure 80 is offering a Chinese-style afternoon tea set complemented by stunning 270-degree harbour views. The luxurious set is inspired by the ancient Chinese folktale of dancer-turned-queen Yun, who captured the emperor’s heart. Delicately crafted dim sum, health-conscious sweet treats and premium Chinese teas await discerning diners.
Where: Shop OTE 201, 2/F, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, 3–27 Canton Road, TST
When: daily, 3–4:30pm
How much: HK$238 for 1 (2-person minimum); +HK$68 for signature Moments Together cocktail; +HK$198 for 2-hour free-flow wine or Prosecco
For reservations: phone 3468 5005
CaN LaH – European & Nanyang-Style Afternoon Tea
Executive Chef Francis Chong has launched this East-meets-West afternoon tea experience that’s exclusive to the new branch of CaN LaH at Harbour City in Tsim Sha Tsui. The three-tiered spread features 12 sweet and savoury treats blending Chinese, Western and Malaysian flavours, to include Chinese dim sum bites, Western-style desserts and Nanyang delicacies. Special Malaysian drinks are also available at a special discounted price – think teh tarik, Ipoh white coffee, iced air mata kucing and iced lemongrass ginger with grass jelly.
Where: Shop 4101, 4/F, Gateway Arcade, Harbour City, 3–27 Canton Road, TST
When: daily, 3–5pm
How much: HK$398 for 2; HK$28 for each special drink
For reservations: phone 3618 8138 or book online
Conrad Hong Kong – Splendid Summer Colours Afternoon Tea by Lobby Lounge
There’s a new pastry chef on board at Conrad Hong Kong, and Ason Kan has been busy designing this gorgeous afternoon tea celebrating the heady tropical flavours associated with summer. There are delights such as the Coconut Sphere shaped like a mini coconut, Beach Chair (which is actually a passionfruit cream tart) and Sunshine (mango mousse tart). Even the tea stand itself is a work of art, with the base filled with blue liquid to mimic the sea and the stand arriving tableside shrouded in a cloud of dry ice. A refreshing alcohol-free Dragon Cooler (dragon-fruit soda with pineapple, orange and hibiscus) is sure to wet diners’ whistles.
Where: Lobby, Conrad Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty
When: 13 July–31 August 2023 (weekdays, 3–5:30pm; weekends and public holidays, 3:30–6pm)
How much: HK$358 for 1 or HK$688 for 2 on weekdays; HK$368 for 1 or HK$698 for 2 on weekends and public holidays
For reservations: phone 2822 8891 or book online
Cordis, Hong Kong – The Wonders of Tea Afternoon Tea by Alibi x Chuan Spa x TEA CHÂTEAU
With this new afternoon tea at Alibi, diners can indulge in an array of savouries and desserts inspired by the traditional Chinese five elements (earth, fire, wood, metal and water) concept of Chuan Spa at Cordis. Two tea-based mocktails and two cups of hot tea from TEA CHÂTEAU’s Wellness series, a hybrid of Chinese and Western medicine, are included. Limited to 15 sets each day.
Where: 5/F, Cordis, Hong Kong, 555 Shanghai Street, Mongkok
When: 14 June–31 August 2023 (daily, 3–5:30pm)
How much: HK$398 for 2
Bonus: Chuan Spa will offer a 15% discount to diners who present their original receipt for the afternoon tea set within 14 days of consumption. Each guest will also receive an exclusive gift from Chuan Spa and TEA CHÂTEAU (valued at HK$889) that includes a HK$300 treatment voucher, box of three TEA CHÂTEAU tea capsules (redeemable in-store), HK$50 tea-capsule discount coupon and HK$500 tea-machine discount coupon, while supplies last.
For reservations: phone 3552 3232, WhatsApp 9717 4727 or book online
Eaton HK – Tropical Fiesta! Weekend Afternoon Tea Buffet by The Astor
The Astor’s signature afternoon tea buffet has been transformed into a paradise of tropical flavours. The journey begins at the Western counter, which is offering a new selection of hot and cold dishes like tropical flank steak jazzed up with pineapple and lime. The creative sweets veer towards the fruity end of the spectrum with the likes of ice-cream teppanyaki with mixed berries, guava-mousse cake and mangosteen jelly. Included in the buffet are two exclusive summery drinks – mango-coconut smoothie and a Blue Lagoon mocktail.
Where: B1/F, Eaton HK, 380 Nathan Road, Jordan
When: weekends and public holidays from 3 June 2023, 3:15–5:15pm
How much: HK$298 for 1
For reservations: phone 2710 1901 or book online
Gateway Hotel – Revitalising Oxygenic Afternoon Tea by Three on Canton x Dermalogica
One of our fave skincare brands – Dermalogica – is the partner for this limited-time afternoon tea at Three on Canton. The beautiful tea set features a whopping six savouries and eight sweets crafted with healthy purple ingredients, including vitamin-rich berries and blackcurrant, high-fibre purple sweet potato and antioxidant-rich beetroot, to replicate the packaging of Dermalogica’s new Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream. In addition to tea or coffee, guests can enjoy two special beverages – the seasonal strawberry mojito and blueberry-lemon soda – as part of the set.
Where: 3/F, Gateway Hotel, Harbour City, 13 Canton Road, TST
When: 17 July–31 August 2023 (daily, 3–5pm)
How much: HK$388 for 1 or HK$568 for 2
Bonus: guests can each enjoy a complimentary Dermalogica Revitalizing Oxygenic gift set (valued at HK$552), as well as a HK$100 cash voucher, while stocks last.
For reservations: phone 2113 7828, WhatsApp 5217 6428 or book online
Hotel ICON – 4-Hands French Gastronomic 3-Course Afternoon Tea by GREEN + All about Durian Afternoon Tea by The Market
First up at Hotel ICON, we have an afternoon tea at GREEN that places the spotlight on acclaimed French chef Sébastien Faré, who is now Culinary Executive Chef at La Maison de la Crème Elle & Vire and the Elle & Vire brand ambassador for Hong Kong. Chef Faré is teaming up with HOTEL ICON Executive Chef Danny Ho to present a three-course afternoon tea with loads of French flair. The tea kicks off with a bang with a starter of Wagyu beef consommé with foie gras ravioli, followed by a choice of pasta dish (sesame tuna with sour cream and fettuccine, black-truffle-stuffed chicken with linguine in truffle sauce and squid-ink tagliatelle with lobster tail in tomato sauce). The assortment of sweets that follows is varied and exquisite, as is always the case at GREEN for afternoon tea. Free-flow French frozen yoghurt is included.
Where: Lobby, Hotel ICON, 17 Science Museum Road, TST East
When: 21 August–31 October 2023 (daily, 3–6pm)
How much: HK$388 for 1 or HK$698 for 2 on weekdays; HK$438 for 1 or HK$768 for 2 on weekends and public holidays (to include a glass of French sparkling wine for each guest)
For reservations: phone 3400 1300 or book online
But if it’s durian you’re after, head to The Market instead. This durian-centric afternoon tea feast offers more than 10 highly creative sweet and savoury items by Executive Chef and “Prince of Durian” Danny Ho – think D’Putera durian puff with white coffee cream, coconut sugar kinako sponge with D197 durian kaya roulade, coconut-pandan-durian Cheddar cheese layer cake and more. Also included is a a durian fruit platter showcasing the D’Putera, D163 Horlor and D101 varieties and unlimited serves of various durian desserts, such as homemade croissant with durian soft serve and coconut-durian cendol, from the buffet spread.
Where: 2/F, Hotel ICON, 17 Science Museum Road, TST East
When: from 10 July 2023 (daily, 3–5pm)
How much: HK$468 for 1 or HK$788 for 2
For reservations: phone 3400 1308 or book online
HUE Dining – Dear Myself Afternoon Tea x mtm labo
Spotlighting the iconic flavours of Oz, HUE Dining’s newest teatime bites also incorporate Japanese skincare brand mtm labo’s signature custom-blended eye mask ingredients and botanical extracts. This translates to an assortment of delectable sweets and savouries, from artichoke-custard tart, Gruyère and soybean croquette with wasabi mayo and cured trout and cod’s roe milk bun to sakura-cheese tart, peach-cream Japanese roll cake and aloe-jelly and lemon-cucumber panna cotta. The hojicha scones are the real highlight for us, served with yuzu cream, clotted cream and raspberry jam.
Where: 1/F, Hong Kong Museum of Art, 10 Salisbury Road, TST
When: 24 June–6 August 2023 (weekends, 3–5:30pm)
How much: HK$680 for 2; +HK$55/peach & persimmon cold-brew mocktail
Bonus: each tea set comes with two mtm labo gift sets (valued at HK$1,742) to take home. These gift sets include product samples, a HK$200 product voucher and a voucher to redeem an in-store skin-consultation service, while supplies last.
For reservations: phone 3500 5888 or book online
Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour – Sizzling Summer Afternoon Tea by The Farmhouse (with pool access!)
This one’s a doozy – if you indulge The Farmhouse’s summery afternoon tea set featuring sweets, savouries, all-you-can-eat live stations whipping up made-to-order crêpe cones, soufflé pancakes and candy floss and an ice-cream bar, you’ll also gain access to Hyatt Centric’s fab rooftop infinity pool for three hours beforehand! Need we say more?
Where: 2/F, West Tower, Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, 1 North Point Estate Lane, North Point
When: 1 July– 31 August 2023 (daily, 3:30–5pm, with pool access 12–3pm )
How much: HK$688 for 2 (includes same-day 3-hour pool access for 2 adults + 1 child aged 6 or below)
For reservations: phone 3896 9896 or book online for a 20% discount
Island Shangri-La – The Shangri-La Wonderliner Afternoon Tea by Lobby Lounge
Island Shangri-La’s immersive afternoon tea has been designed as part of the hotel’s limited-time vintage tram installation in the lobby. Decorated with a charming butterfly theme, the delicate bites crafted by Executive Chef Uwe Opocensky and Executive Pastry Chef Julien Gourmelon include the beauties that are the Sakura Butterfly (sakura mousse with strawberry confit and soufflé sponge cake), Hummingbird Chocolate (Vietnamese single-origin 70% chocolate mousse, caramel jelly and hazelnut sponge) and a sweet-meets-savoury foie gras eclair, made with foie gras mousse, rhubarb paste and balsamic gel.
Where: 6/F, Island Shangri-La, Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Admiralty
When: from 28 June 2023 (weekdays, 3–5pm; weekends and public holidays, 2:15–4pm, 4:15–5:45pm)
How much: HK$938 for 2; +HK$95/person for 2 glasses non-alcoholic Alain Milliat juice; +HK$150/person for 2 glasses Prosecco; +HK$220/person for 2 glasses Gosset Grand Rosé champagne. A takeaway tea set is available for HK$888 for 2.
JAJA – Tropical Symphony Afternoon Tea
When the world outside is hectic and sweaty, the vibrant colours of this afternoon tea will put you in the right summer-chilling mood. Located at Hong Kong Arts Centre in Wanchai, JAJA, a contemporary vegetarian restaurant, is offering this summer tea set that includes nine uniquely crafted sweet and savoury bites such as black truffle hummus with Italian bread, baked vegetarian “chicken” spinach frittata, strawberry-yuzu mille-feuille and passionfruit meringue tart.
Where: 6/F, Hong Kong Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Road, Wanchai
When: 20 June–31 August 2023 (Monday–Thursday, 3–5:30pm; Friday–Sunday and public holidays, 2:30–4pm, 4:30–6pm)
How much: HK$388 for 2
For reservations: phone 2877 3999 or book online
Kerry Hotel – Bee-utiful Summer Afternoon Tea by Lobby Lounge x 1839 Manuka Honey
Kerry Hotel’s latest tea partnership is with premium Kiwi manuka honey brand 1839, with all the sweet and savoury bites by Executive Chef Michael Clinton and Executive Pastry Chef Jérôme Husson incorporating various types of this prized honey from New Zealand. The honey and almond cake made with UMF®10+ manuka honey and the apricot and chocolate composition with cardamom crumble and dark chocolate espuma infused with UMF®7+ manuka honey are just two of the goodies in store. A special lime soda sweetened with manuka honey comes with the set.
Where: 1/F, Kerry Hotel, Hong Kong, 38 Hung Luen Road, Hung Hom Bay, Kowloon
When: 1 August–30 September 2023 (weekdays, 2:30–5:30pm; weekends and public holidays, 1:30–4pm, 4:15–6pm)
How much: HK$638 for 2 on weekdays; HK$668 for 2 on weekends and public holidays; +HK$188 for 2 glasses Veuve Clicquot Brut NV. A takeaway tea set for 2 is available for HK$588, minus the gift sets.
Bonus: for every dine-in afternoon tea set for two, two UMF®7+ manuka honey gift sets (valued at HK$500) will be presented, while supplies last.
For reservations: phone 2252 5237 or book online
The Langham – alice + olivia x The Langham Afternoon Tea by Palm Court
The Langham’s Palm Court tearoom dazzles with this vibrant afternoon tea collab with American fashion house alice + olivia. Inspired by the brand’s upcoming collection, the menu features a range of savoury and sweet delights that are both visually stunning and delicious. The Classic Stace Face – a raspberry and white chocolate macaron – is a must-try, as are the multicoloured layered Rainbow Delight cake, the caramel-apple tarte Tatin known as Sparkle Shine and Sexy Lips, a chocolate-cherry shortcake. One bevvy option we recommend is Berries Temptation, crafted with strawberry, raspberry, lemon juice, sugar syrup, whipped cream and even popcorn, for the perfect match to the treats dished up by Chef Tin Lai.
Where: Lobby, The Langham, Hong Kong, 8 Peking Road, TST
When: 1 August–30 September 2023 (weekdays, 3–5:30pm; weekends and public holidays, 2:15–4:15pm, 4:30–6:30pm)
How much: HK$398 for 1 or HK$698 for 2; HK$898 for 2 to include free-flow Saicho sparkling tea OR 2 glasses Taittinger champagne
Bonus: guests will receive an exclusive alice + olivia cushion as a souvenir and a gift voucher for a personal styling session, with HK$1,000 to be redeemed on full-price items in a single transaction of HK$5,000 or more at designated retail shops, while supplies last.
For reservations: phone 2132 7898 or book online for a 15% discount
Le Méridien – Golden Summer Afternoon Tea by Southside Bistro x Paul Lafayet
Fancy a lazy afternoon away from the city’s hustle and bustle? Le Meridien in Cyberport offers great ocean views, and this summer, their bistro is collaborating with Paul Lafayet for a delightful afternoon tea offering. The set includes creations by the hotel’s chefs such as smoked salmon and cream cheese mille-feuille sandwich, baked truffle Brie tart with almond brittle, lemon meringue tart and a cake flavoured with sea-salt-caramel chocolate mousse, as well as Paul Lafayet’s classic crème brûlée and lemon macarons.
Where: 4/F, Le Méridien Hong Kong, Cyberport, 100 Cyberport Road, Cyberport
When: 26 June–30 September 2023 (daily, 3–5pm)
How much: HK$560 for 2; +HK$90 to include 2 glasses of Minuty M Rosé
Bonus: receive a HK$20 cash voucher to redeem a Paul Lafayet crème brûlée tart, while supplies last; limited-time flash sale at the hotel’s eShop with up to 50% off from 24 June–3 July 2023 – weekdays 50% off, weekends and public holidays 30% off, while stocks last (blackout dates apply)
For reservations: phone 2980 7417 or book online
The Luxe Manor – Snowy Summer Nordic Choc-Odyssey Chocolate Fondue Afternoon Tea by FINDS
FINDS’ latest Nordic-inspired afternoon tea is loaded with all sorts of goodies, from mini Danish smørrebrøds (open-faced sarnies), to the eatery’s signature salmon pastrami in a waffle cone, to lingonberry cheesecake. For most diners, the pinnacle has got to be the Valrhona chocolate raspberry fondue, served with heart-shaped waffles, fresh berries and Daim chocolate and lemon marshmallows for dipping. Special summer bevvies can be added on.
Where: 1/F, The Luxe Manor, 38 Kimberley Road, TST
When: 11 July–31 October 2023 (daily, 3–5:30pm)
How much: HK$338 for 1 or HK$588 for 2 on weekdays; HK$368 for 1 or HK$638 for 2 on weekends and public holidays; +HK$68 for Greenfields mocktail; +HK$98 for Nordic Summer cocktail
For reservations: phone 2522 9318, WhatsApp 9376 0331 or book online
Mandarin Oriental – Summer Afternoon Tea by Café Causette & Clipper Lounge x Saicho
To beat the heat, Mandarin Oriental’s afternoon tea offering this summer is in partnership with Saicho, the single-origin cold-brew sparkling tea brand, available at both Café Causette and Clipper Lounge. Executive Pastry Chef Daniel Texter has curated a menu that highlights the finest seasonal produce, vibrant colours and fresh flavours associated with summertime. Of the sweet treats, the 60th-anniversary-special Tropical Slice (coconut sponge with mango cream, coconut flakes and mango gel) and organic strawberry tartlet with lemon myrtle and vanilla custard are standouts, while the MO’s refined finger sandwiches and pea and morel pastry are savoury contenders.
Where: M/F, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Road Central, Central
When: from 5 June 2023 (Café Causette – daily, 3–6pm; Clipper Lounge – weekdays, 2:30–6pm; Saturdays and public holidays, 2–4pm, 4:15–6pm; Sundays, 3:30–6pm)
How much: HK$428 for 1 or HK$848 for 2; +HK$118 for Saicho sparkling tea pairing for 1; +HK$220 for a glass of Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Rosé
For reservations: Café Causette – phone 2825 4005 or book online; Clipper Lounge – phone 2825 4007 or book online
Marco Polo HongKong – Dearest Afternoon Tea by Cucina x Kate Spade
Italian restaurant Cucina is offering this limited-time afternoon tea inspired by the launch of iconic American fashion brand Kate Spade’s newest fragrance, Chérie, with its fruity, floral and musky notes. The key flavours of red currant, raspberry, Italian mandarin, sweet pea and rose are showcased in aromatic, red-hued sweets and savouries like smoked salmon with caviar, bruschetta with beetroot, avocado and feta, red-currant panna cotta and a glorious sweet strawberry “caviar” that pops in the mouth. To celebrate the launch of this branded afternoon tea, two romantic beverages – Francine (Absolut Mandrin, lemon, raspberry, orange and cherry) and Flora (raspberry Monin syrup, cream, raspberry-nectar tea, rose water and rose petal) – will also be presented.
Where: 6/F, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, Harbour City, 3–27 Canton Road, TST
When: 7 June–31 August 2023 (weekdays, 3–5pm; weekends and public holidays, 3:30–5:30pm)
How much: HK$568 for 2
Bonus: each tea set includes two 4.5ml bottles of Kate Spade’s Chérie (while stocks last), a Kate Spade boutique cash voucher and a voucher for a free pouch with any purchase made at a Kate Spade boutique or counter for each guest.
For reservations: phone 2113 0808 or book online
The Mira – Scoops of Summer Afternoon Tea by COCO x Häagen-Dazs x Pierre Hermé
Those in the ice-cream know should be aware the Häagen-Dazs has recently launched a range of ice-cream in macaron flavours courtesy of Pierre Hermé. Now you can get unlimited serves of the Strawberry & Raspberry Macaron, Yuzu & Lemon Macaron and Double Chocolate Ganache Macaron ice-cream flavours at COCO’s new afternoon tea experience. In addition, there’s an assortment of enticing sweets and savouries on board, from foie gras mouse with gold-brushed summer berries and porcini tartlet with braised abalone to cantaloupe roll cake and red velvet layer cake with D24 durian cream.
Where: G/F, The Mira Hong Kong, Mira Place, 118–130 Nathan Road, TST
When: 18 August–mid-October 2023 (daily, 3–6pm)
How much: HK$568 for 2; HK$848 for 2 to include 375ml bottle of Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut NV champagne
For reservations: phone 2315 5566 or book online
Moxie – Dairy-Free Afternoon Tea x Mother Pearl
If you’re cutting back on dairy but still want to enjoy a slap-up afternoon tea, we recommend this seasonal offering at Moxie in collaboration with Mother Pearl, a home-grown bubble tea brand. The dairy-free and vegan tea set curated by Chef de Cuisine Michael Smith is comprised of three savoury bites and four sweet pastries made with seasonal and sustainable ingredients and a choice of two special drinks courtesy of Mother Pearl; we love the sound of the Yuen Yeung 2.0, a riff on the classic HK milk tea and coffee mix with molasses and tea jelly.
Where: Shop 203, 2/F, Alexandra House, 18 Chater Road, Central
When: 8 June–31 July 2023 (daily, 3–5pm)
How much: HK$488 for 2
For reservations: phone 2718 8211 or book online
Nina Hotel Tsuen Wan West – All Things Durian Weekend Afternoon Tea Buffet by Café Circles
The all-day-dining restaurant at Nina Hotel Tsuen Wan West is placing the focus on the fruit of durian this summer – in particular, D24 durian from Malaysia, which is considered one of the most premium varieties (and slightly less pungent in aroma). Sweet treats flavoured with durian include durian pandan cake, durian crème brûlée, durian panna cotta, durian chocolate truffle tart, durian mochi, durian cheese tart, chilled mango sago cream with pomelo and durian and deep-fried durian ball, but there are non-durian fruity delights – like yuzu mousse cake, Kyoho grape parfait cup and red bean crystal mochi – to appease those who are sometimes overwhelmed by the fruit’s, shall we say, unique flavour. Savoury bites also get a look-in, in the form of appetisers and hot dishes such as watermelon and feta salad, fried chicken with salted egg yolk and grilled-to-order skewers. All you can eat!
Where: 9/F, Nina Hotel Tsuen Wan West, 8 Yeung Uk Road, Tsuen Wan
When: 3 June–27 August 2023 (weekends, 3:15–5:15pm)
How much: HK$298/adult; HK$238/child or senior citizen
For reservations: phone 2280 2868, WhatsApp 5970 0551 or book online
The Peninsula – Afternoon Tea on the Harbour
Celebrating its incredible 95th anniversary this year, The Peninsula joined forces with another HK icon – the Star Ferry, this year marking 125 years of service – to offer a special limited-time afternoon tea experience aboard the lavishly outfitted Star Ferry dubbed World Star. The overwhelming response to this one-of-a-kind voyage since its launch in March has led the hotel to extend this exclusive experience. The additional Peninsula Afternoon Tea Voyage on a Special Sailing will take guests on a special route between Tsim Sha Tsui and the Tseung Kwan O Cross Bay Link, with a stop in the waters off Tamar Park in Central to have the chance to view the new “Double Ducks” art installation by renowned artist Florentijn Hofman, which has returned to the city after a decade.
Where: Star Ferry Pier, TST
When: 14, 15, 16, 21 and 23 June 2023 (1st session – 1–2:45pm; 2nd session – 4–5:45pm)
How much: HK$750 for 1
For reservations: book online
Regent Hong Kong – Summer-inspired Afternoon Tea
Newly opened Regent Hong Kong entered the afternoon tea scene with a bang with its scrumptious teatime offerings at The Lobby Lounge – not to mention those breathtaking views… Executive Pastry Chef Andy Yeung has designed a classic, seasonally updated afternoon tea set that features a three-tiered selection of homemade finger sandwiches, mini versions of his glorious cakes, scones and madeleines, accompanied by clotted cream and homemade jams. For summer, two amuse-bouche offerings – warm “instant” curdled ginger milk and chilled ceviche – and homemade lemon sorbet add a refreshing note to the afternoon tea experience. We highly recommend adding on glasses of the lightly effervescent bottled Bellini cocktail by Sei Bellissimi, a delightful combo of Moscatel and peach pulp.
Where: Lobby, Regent Hong Kong, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, TST
When: daily, 12–6pm (seatings at 12–12:30pm and 3–3:30pm)
How much: HK$888 for 2; HK$1,028 for 2 to include 2 glasses of Sei Bellissimi Bellini (zero ABV available); HK$1,428 for 2 to include 2 glasses of Duval-Leroy Femme de Champagne Grand Cru Brut NV
For reservations: phone 2156 2256 or book online
Renaissance Harbour View – Thai-tastic Afternoon Spree by Mirage Bar & Restaurant
It’s all about the punchy flavours of Thailand at this afternoon tea buffet stationed at Mirage. The slap-up spread features all the favourites from the Land of Smiles – Thai spiced pork-neck sliders, deep-fried chicken in pandan leaf, grilled prawns with chilli and lime, Thai beef salad, mango sticky rice, pandan chiffon cake, mango scones and more. Even better, dig into free-flow XTC Gelato in Thai milk tea and mango-coconut flavours.
Where: 1/F, Renaissance Harbour View Hotel Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wanchai
When: 10 July–30 September 2023 (daily, 3–5pm)
How much: HK$360.80 for 1 or HK$657.80 for 2
For reservations: phone 2802 8888 or book online for 35% discount Monday–Thursday, except public holidays
The Ritz-Carlton – Luna and Solaris Afternoon Tea by Café 103 x Penhaligon’s + Summer Uni Afternoon Tea by The Lounge & Bar
The Ritz has debuted two afternoon teas this summer.
A collaborative afternoon tea offering that partners with iconic British perfume house Penhaligon’s is being offered at Café 103. The talented team of chefs at the luxury hotel have analysed the properties of the brand’s Luna Eau de Toilette and Solaris Eau de Parfum and infused the hero ingredients into a series of sophisticated bites. Savoury options include orange and scallop mini sandwich and foie gras mousse with juniper berry and rose-petal gel, while rose-lychee mousse with jasmine tea verrine and lemon cheesecake with orange cream and cassis gelée are highlights on the sweet side.
Where: 103/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon
When: 2 May–31 July 2023 (daily, 3:15–5:15pm)
How much: HK$488 for 1 or HK$788 for 2 on weekdays; HK$518 for 1 or HK$838 for 2 on weekends and public holidays
Bonus: guests who enjoy this afternoon tea for two will receive a gift set of Luna hand and body lotion, Luna hand and body wash and a Penhaligon’s handkerchief, as well as a voucher to purchase Penhaligon’s products in Hong Kong, while supplies last.
For reservations: phone 2263 2270 or book online
And back by popular demand, the Summer Uni Afternoon Tea has returned to The Lounge & Bar. This ultimate uni-fan paradise is filled with treats made from seasonal Japanese sea urchin, handpicked and flown directly from Japan. Highlights on the savoury side include marinated eel and avocado cream mini puff with uni and smoked beef pastrami with cold-brew oolong gelée and uni tart, while the sweets include Hokkaido Yubari melon cream horn and white peach oolong tea mousse cake.
Where: 102/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon
When: from 17 July 2023 (Monday–Thursday, 3–6pm; Friday–Sunday and public holidays, 2–4pm for 1st seating and 4:30–6:30pm for 2nd seating)
How much: HK$498 for 1 or HK$798 for 2 Monday–Thursday; HK$528 for 1 or HK$848 for 2 Friday–Sunday and public holidays
For reservations: phone 2263 2270 or book online
Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers – The Coolest Indulgence Afternoon Tea by Sky Lounge x Coolhaus
The Sheraton’s lounge-with-a-view is offering the ideal way to beat the heat this summer by teaming up with cult Cali lactose- and animal-free ice-cream brand Coolhaus. Fresh tropical fruits such as mango, banana, pineapple and grapefruit are used to craft five eye-catching sweets, while the savouries are made with healthy ingredients like avocado, cucumber and basil. The star of the set is the complimentary cup of Coolhaus ice cream, in one of four creative flavours – Molten Chocolate, Hojicha, Peanut Butter ’N Fudge and Cookies ’N Cream – topped with an assortment of fixings (there are even freshly made churros!).
Where: 18/F, Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers, 20 Nathan Road, TST
When: 1 July–31 August 2023 (daily, 2:30–6pm)
How much: HK$338 for 1 or HK$676 for 2
For reservations: phone 2369 1111 or book online to get a 25% discount, extra Coolhaus frozen treat and gift bag
Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung – Summer Bliss Afternoon Tea by Lobby Lounge
Sheraton Tung Chung’s summery afternoon tea is pure indulgence, featuring bottomless Häagen-Dazs x Pierre Hermé ice cream and unique savoury macarons. The savoury macarons are a twist on the traditional French treat, offering a range of flavours that include smoked salmon mousse, burrata and prosciutto mousse, foie gras and avocado and goat cheese. In addition to sweets like double chocolate and hazelnut cake, strawberry and raspberry tart and yuzu and lemon canelé, the set is highlighted by an ice cream collab that blends the rich ice cream for which Häagen-Dazs is famous with Pierre Hermé’s iconic macarons.
Where: G/F, Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel, 9 Yi Tung Road, Tung Chung, Lantau Island
When: 1 June–31 August 2023 (daily, 2:30–4:30pm)
How much: HK$382.80 for 2 to include 1 ice cream each; HK$470.80 for 2 to include free-flow ice cream; +HK$108 for 2 glasses Prosecco
For reservations: book online to get a 15% discount
The Silveri Hong Kong-MGallery – Afternoon Tea by The Pavilion
It’s no doubt a luxury in Hong Kong when one can relax, enjoy afternoon tea and admire sprawling sunset and ocean views (with air-con, of course). The Pavilion at The Silveri Hong Kong-MGallery in Tung Chung offers just that, and the venue has recently launched a weekend afternoon tea service that has all the right fixings – goat cheese and fig crostini, truffle croque-monsieur, king crab vol-au-vent, mini lobster roll, lemon meringue tart, praline choux pastry, homemade scones with jam and clotted cream and more. It’s lovely as lovely can be.
Where: 9/F, The Silveri Hong Kong-MGallery, 16 Tat Tung Road, Tung Chung, Lantau Island
When: from 24 June 2023 (weekends, 3–6pm)
How much: HK$498 for 2; +HK$148/person for 90-minute free-flow Fantinel Prosecco
For reservations: phone 3602 8928 or email HA4A4-FB2@accor.com (2-day advance booking required)
The St. Regis – Exquisite Summer Afternoon Tea by The Drawing Room
The Drawing Room at The St. Regis is kicking off summer with refined pastries and savouries that are made with the finest locally sourced ingredients – a delicious way to celebrate home-grown produce. Local tomatoes and watermelon are used in the Sunny Cherry Tomato, and locally grown lychee and lychee honey are the main ingredients in the aromatic lychee mousse. Other delicacies in the afternoon tea set include artichoke with asparagus caviar and baby red sorrel, avocado with blue prawn and langoustine jelly and apricot tart with almond joconde biscuit.
Where: 2/F, The St. Regis Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Drive, Wanchai
When: 29 June–31 August 2023 (weekdays, 2:30–5:30pm; weekends and public holidays, 2–5:30pm)
How much: HK$478 for 1
For reservations: phone 2138 6800 or book online
The Upper House – TUMI Afternoon Tea by Salisterra
With summer vacay on the brain, this afternoon tea at Salisterra is a collab with premium travel brand TUMI. The luggage-inspired afternoon tea set by Executive Chef Cary Docherty and Pastry Chef Victor Chan focuses on light, bright global flavours. This translates to savouries like lobster and caviar tartlet and chicken, girolle and black truffle finger sandwich, while caramel mousse with brandy jelly and peach melba delight on the sweet side. A selection of refreshing iced teas in summery flavours (jasmine, peach and apple, Earl grey, strawberry and mint and camomile, mango and passionfruit) completes the teatime escape.
Where: 49/F, The Upper House, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty
When: 4 July–30 September 2023 (daily, 3–5pm)
How much: HK$680 for 2 Monday–Thursday; HK$718 for 2 Friday–Sunday and public holidays
Bonus: guests savouring this afternoon tea will take home exclusive 19 Degree Aluminum TUMI gifts created especially for the collaboration, some of which can be personally monogrammed at TUMI’s Pacific Place shop downstairs, while supplies last.
For reservations: phone 3968 1106 or book online
The Verandah – Blooming Summer Afternoon Tea
This vibrant afternoon tea set can be enjoyed on The Verandah’s timelessly elegant terrace in Repulse Bay, facing the sea. The Instagrammable, summery sweets and savouries include foie gras terrine with morello cherry and gold crust, smoked salmon with salmon roe on crispy bread, black truffle scrambled egg tartlet, crab roll in tomato bread, raspberry-ganache-glazed chocolate mousse cube and mango and passionfruit lamington, as well as The Verandah’s legendary homemade scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam. An ice-cream dessert completes the luxe teatime spread.
Where: 109 Repulse Bay Road, Repulse Bay
When: 1 June–27 August 2023 (Wednesday–Friday, 3–5:30pm; weekends, 3:30–5:30pm)
How much: HK$368 for 1 or HK$688 for 2; +HK$160/glass of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs champagne (+HK$210 for 2 glasses)
For reservations: phone 2292 2822 or book online
W Hong Kong – Sunny Afternoon Tea by WOOBAR x Veuve Clicquot
As part of its limited-time collab with premium champers house Veuve Clicquot, WOOBAR presents an afternoon feast of sweet and savoury confections, including caviar with blinis, mini lobster club sandwich, strawberry tartlet and HK-style egg tart, paired with rosé bubbly. We say cheers to that!
Where: 6/F, W Hong Kong, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon Station, Kowloon
When: 25 August–31 October 2023 (daily, 3–6pm)
How much: HK$1,188 for 2 to include 2 glasses Veuve Clicquot Rosé; HK$1,988 for 2 to include 1 bottle Veuve Clicquot Rosé
For reservations: phone 3717 2889 or email woobar.hk@whotels.com
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