It's that time of the year when hotels and restaurants give their afternoon teas a fun, festive makeover. Think desserts in the shape of gift boxes and Santa's hat, sandwiches and scones infused with comforting flavours of cinnamon, nutmeg and gingerbread, and even cocktails in unique festive blends.
If you like the idea of enjoying all that cosy, Christmas goodness, check out these six new Christmas afternoon teas in Singapore:
#1 Gnomes and Fairies Afternoon Tea at Crossroads Bar
Photo from Paradox Singapore Merchant Court
Paradox Singapore Merchant Court’s lavish Crossroads Bar has unveiled a whimsical afternoon tea set inspired by gnomes and fairies. Created by Executive Pastry Chef Ben Soo, the assortment of 13 sweets and savouries are elegantly presented on a tiered stand.
Indulge in hearty savoury treats such as Winter Truffle, Atlantic Lobster and Beef Vol Au Vent, before satiating your sweet tooth with desserts like Cherry Gateau, Mont Blanc and Traditional Rum Mix Fruit Cake. Complete the yuletide affair with Scones that are infused with a festive twist of Lemon Vanilla and Gingerbread Spices.
Accompanying this luxurious feast is a selection of TWG teas, but if you fancy elevating the experience with a tipple, go for one of the festive cocktails (+$18). Handcrafted to pair perfectly with the afternoon tea, the cocktails come in four varieties including Wonderland, Holly Jolly and Chocolate Snowfall. There’s also the signature Santa Berry, a delightful tipple of Canadian Club Whisky and Creme De Cassis enhanced with a touch of sweetness and tang.
The Gnomes and Fairies Afternoon Tea at Crossroads Bar is available from now till 31 December 2023 and is priced at $88++ for two.
Reservations: paradoxhotels.com
#2 Yuletide Dream Afternoon Tea at Portman's Bar
Photo from PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay
The stunning, garden-like Portman's Bar at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay has brought back their Yuletide Dream Afternoon Tea once again. Presented in a picnic basket, the selection includes the prettiest little treats decorated with Christmas colours and winter elements.
There will be exquisite savouries like the Meat Loaf, Winter Black Truffle and Beetroot Polo Bun with Sustainable Salmon and Cream Cheese, as well as luscious sweets including the Gift Box made with chocolate mousse, raspberry compote and chocolate sable and Santa Hat with vanilla mousse and cherry morello. The Homemade Scones have also got a festive spin. They're made with cranberry and served with Brie Cheese and Honey along with the quintessential clotted cream and jam.
Photo from PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay
Completing the experience is a free flow of tea or coffee. If you'd rather make your afternoon tea a boozy affair, indulge in a Christmas-themed cocktail or two like Midnight Muse ($30) or Chimney Charmer Cocktail ($30).
Available from now until 4 January 2024, Yuletide Dream at Portman's Bar is priced at $58++ per person.
Reservations: panpacific.com
#3 Festive Afternoon Tea Indulgence at ANTI:DOTE
Photo from Fairmont Singapore
ANTI:DOTE at Fairmont Singapore has revamped their afternoon tea with festive flavours, colours and shapes.
Displayed on ANTI:DOTE's signature jewellery box, the sweet and savouries are designed with iconic Christmas-themed motifs like gingerbread men and Santa Claus. Savouries include Boston Lobster in a sesame basket and Coronation Chicken served with a charcoal bun and a unique raisin mayonnaise. Popular festive ingredients such as chestnuts, brandy, and pistachio feature in the desserts.
The ANTI:DOTE Festive Afternoon Indulgence will be available from 1 to 31 December 2023 and 1 to 10 January 2024 at $98++ per person, which includes two cocktails, and $68++ per person for two non-alcoholic beverages.
Reservations: fairmont-singapore.com
#4 Festive Afternoon Tea at Lobby Lounge @ Conrad Centennial Singapore
Photo from Conrad Centennial Singapore
Conrad Centennial Singapore will be bringing back their well-loved Festive Afternoon Tea served in their iconic cascading tower. Expect dainty little sweets and savouries with intricate Christmas-themed designs and flavours reminiscent of Christmas dinners. Some treats to expect include Alaskan King Crab Sliders, Boston Lobster & Caviar and Evocao Chocolate.
Accompanying the food is premium Ronnefeldt teas, but diners can also opt to top up for sparkling wine or champagne.
The Festive Afternoon Tea will run from 20 November 2023 to 6 January 2024 and is priced at $49++ per person on weekdays and $52++ per person on weekends.
Reservations: hilton.com
#5 Festive English Afternoon Tea Buffet at L'Espresso
Goodwood Park Hotel's L'Espresso has injected a festive twist to their classic afternoon tea buffet with comforting bites like Slow Roasted Beef Tenderloin & Butter Glaze Brussels Sprouts served with Merlot Jus, Honey Baked Ham served with Pineapple Sauce, and Traditional Roasted Turkey Breast. The Christmas-y desserts include Mince Pie, Christmas Fruit Cake, Cookies & Pudding.
There will also be a line-up of high tea classics like scones, sandwiches, cheeses, cakes and even local delights.
The Festive English Afternoon Tea Buffet is priced from $65++ for adults and $39++ for children. It will be available on selected dates from 1 December 2023 to 1 January 2024.
If you'd rather luxuriate at home, get the Christmas Tree 3-Tier Set ($90 nett) delivered to your doorstep! It comes with eight sweets and eight savouries in a Christmas tree-shaped stand. The gold star topper can be detached and repurposed as a tree ornament.
Photo from Goodwood Park Hotel
Reservations: goodwoodparkhotel.com
#6 Jingle & Mingle: Savour the Season Afternoon Tea at Pullman Singapore Hill Street
Photo from Pullman Singapore Hill Street
Love the romance of the golden age of travel? This afternoon tea set will be right up your alley. A collection of sweets and savouries are served on a custom-designed vintage-inspired luggage - an apt theme for the hotel's railway junction-inspired decor.
The little morsels are made with festive ingredients like gingerbread. Each diner will also have a personal pot of Dilmah tea with a choice of premium blends showcased in a tea collection box.
Jingle & Mingle: Savour the Season Afternoon Tea will be available from 18 November onwards for a minimum company of two and is priced at $68++ per person.
Reservations: pullmansingaporehillstreet.com
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