What: Treat yourself to a refreshing afternoon tea at The Arca. Revolving around premium Hokkaido Raiden and Shizuoka Crown melons sourced from Japan, the menu features a wide selection of savouries and sweets that makes the most of this beloved fruit, including a pan-seared foie gras grilled melon Mexico bun, chorizo and melon toast, egg tart with melon jam, melon sago and coconut milk pudding, as well as freshly baked scones served with special homemade melon compote.

Price: HK$428 for two

When: The set is available from now until September 30 and is served daily from 3pm to 5pm

Arca Society, 3/F, the Arca, 43 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, +852 3701 6030; arca.com

What: With its five-star hospitality and posh surroundings, tea at Four Seasons Hong Kong is a glorious treat. This summer, the hotel is welcoming guests to enjoy a delicious menu that comes packed with light bites made with seasonal fruits from Japan, including muskmelons from Hokkaido, Kyoho Muscat grapes from Yamanashi and Shine Muscat grapes from Nagano.

Highlights on the menu include savouries such as stracchino cheese, Muscat grape and walnut in tartlet. bamboo charcoal burger with organic blue shrimp and octopus, as well as sweets including melon and matcha tart, melon sphere crèmeux, and yuzu cheesecake with Muscat grape. And of course, there will be freshly baked scones served with homemade berries jam and clotted cream to complete your experience.

Price: HK$778 for two (weekdays); HK$808 for two (weekends and public holidays)

When: The set is available from now till September 30.

The Lounge, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong; +852 3196 8708; fourseasons.com

What: Odea’s latest collaboration with luxury K-beauty brand, Amorepacific, is an Instagrammer’s dream. From the savouries, including chocolate foie gras toast, and truffle, ham and cheese sandwiches to pastries such as pear compote vanilla cake, and raspberry panna cotta with mango, every item on the three-tiered stand is inspired by the precious camellia flower that powers Amorepacific’s Vintage Single Extract Ampoule. After enjoying your tea, be sure to check out the nearby Camellia Room nearby and take some snaps for the ‘gram against a stunning backdrop of red flowers. 

Price: HK$698 for two

When: The set is available throughout August and is served daily from 3pm to 6pm

Odea, G/F, FWD House 1881 Main Building, 2A Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, +852 3988 0088; fwdhouse1881.com/odea

What: Palm Court at The Langham Hong Kong has launched a new menu spotlighting fresh strawberries that will excite even the most discerning strawberry fan. It begins with a hearty selection of savouries including cucumber truffle cheese sandwich, salmon tart and vegetable salad before moving to sweet confections that range from strawberry wine jelly to strawberry tart. Warm scones with rose petal jam and sour cherry jam will be served to round off your meal.

Price: HK$698 for two

When: The set is available throughout August, served on weekdays (Monday to Friday) from 3pm to 5.30pm and on weekends and public holidays in two sittings from 2.15pm to 4.15 pm; 4.30pm to 6pm

Palm Court, Lobby Level, The Langham, 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, +852 2132 7898; langhamhotels.com

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What: A delightful summer afternoon tea awaits at Kowloon Shangri-La Hong Kong. Served on a gold-accented stand, the menu features a variety of delicious morsels infused with chocolate and mango, including foie gras terrine and cocoa nibs on brioche toast, and prawn with mango and lime sandwich, along with sweets such as mango yuzu tartlet, and chocolate and mango bavarian. Among the sweet and savoury bites, sample the freshly baked mango and chocolate scones for a truly indulgent experience. 

Price: HK$378 per person and HK$658 for two

When: The set is available throughout August and is served daily from 3pm to 6pm

Lobby Lounge, Lobby Level, Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong, 64 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong, +852 2733 8988; shangri-la.com/kowloonshangri-la

What: Island Shangri-La Hong Kong has launched a new menu that’s filled with refreshing fruit-infused bites to help diners stay cool in the sweltering heat of summer. Expect plenty of delectable savouries including the mini bagel with fig, prosciutto and honey mascarpone; soft taco with roasted chicken and mango salsa; and smoked salmon and cucumber roll. There are also decadent sweets including lemon tea cake, apricot and pistachio roll, and mango sago and pomelo cake. 

Price: HK$718 per set for two

When: The set is available from now until September 30 and is served on weekdays (Monday to Friday) from 3pm to 6pm, and on weekends and public holidays from 2pm to 6pm

Lobby Lounge, Level 6, Island Shangri-La, Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, Hong Kong, +852 2877 3838; shangri-la.com/hongkong/islandshangrila

What: Whether you’re a foodie or beauty enthusiast, you’ll be pleased to hear that Cordis Hong Kong has teamed up with Chloé for a photogenic tea set. Inspired by the brand’s Nomade Eau de Parfum, a lovely floral scent that’s perfect for summer, the menu begins with refreshing savouries to whet the appetite. It includes items such as hand-dived scallop ceviche with ikura and bergamot; truffle and comté cheese croquette; and greens salad with Impossible meat. Leave room for the buttery scones and, of course, the pretty pastries including ruby chocolate raspberry choux and jasmine tea guava trifle. 

Price: HK$598 for two

When: The set is available from now until September 30 and is served daily from 3pm to 5.30 pm

Wine Dine Be Social, Level 5, Cordis, Hong Kong, 555 Shanghai Street, Mong Kok, Hong Kong, +852 3552 3232; cordishotels.com/hong-kong

What: Celebrate the season in style with W Hong Kong’s afternoon tea, which comes with Instagrammable treats perfect for laidback summer lounging. A collaboration with British beverage brand, The London Essence Co, the menu comprises mouth-watering savouries such as lobster salad brioche bun, peach flan tartlet with ham scrip, and baby cucumber with minted cheese whip spinach bread, alongside decadent desserts including peanut chocolate bar, peach and earl grey jelly, and white peach chocolate lollipop to satisfy your sweet tooth. 

Price: HK$618 for two persons (weekdays); HK$798 for two persons (weekends and public holidays) 

When: The set is available from now until August 31, served on weekdays (Monday to Friday) from 3pm to 5pm and on weekends and public holidays from 3pm to 5pm

Kitchen, 6/F, W Hong Kong, Kowloon MTR Station, 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, +852 3717 2299; marriott.com/w-hong-kong

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What: Beauty lovers can revel in this elegant afternoon tea set, the result of a Tea WG and Korean skincare brand Sulwhasoo collaboration. Featuring signature ingredients in Korean cuisine, the menu starts with delicious savouries including a mozzarella and kimchi risotto ball, Korean beef tartare drizzled in tea-infused pear sauce, and duck foie gras terrine, with daintily decorated sweets follow, including almond jocund and honey tea mousse with Korean pear jelly, and a fluffy madeleine—all paired with a freshly brewed cup of Tea WG’s Green of Korea Tea or Breakfast King Tea.

Price: HK$598 for two

When: The set is available from now until August 31 and is served daily from 3pm to 6pm

Tea WG Salon and Boutique Festival Walk, Unit LG2-11, Level LG2, Festival Walk, 80 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong, +852 2725 6930

Tea WG Salon and Boutique IFC, Shop 1022-3, Podium Level 1, IFC Mall, 1 Harbour View Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2796 2828

What: The Murray Hong Kong’s latest collaboration with Christian Louboutin will take guests on a whimsical journey through Instagrammable treats that pique the senses. Aside from tempting desserts offered in the brand’s signature red colour palette, such as red velvet cake and strawberry vanilla cream roll, the menu also offers a wide selection of savouries including watermelon tartare with yuzu ponzu and smoked salmon croissant with herring caviar to liven up your experience. Guests will also receive a complimentary gift set featuring Christian Louboutin’s fragrance, lipstick and a voucher to enjoy make-up consultation service—what’s not to love? 

Price: HK$428 per person 

When: The set is available from now until September 25, which is served on weekdays (Monday to Friday) from 3.30pm to 5.30 pm, and on weekends and public holidays from 4.30pm to 6pm

Popinjays, 26/F, The Murray, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, Hong Kong, +852 3141 8888; niccolohotels.com

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