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Featuring mouth-wateringly exquisite sandwiches, pastries and scones for your delectation, these are the best Hong Kong afternoon teas to book this Christmas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year again—and what better way to celebrate Christmas than with a decadent tea set? With the festive season fast approaching, many of our favourite five-star hotels and restaurants have unveiled their new teatime offerings to bring us a splendid dining experience filled with delicious morsels and perfectly brewed cups of tea or glasses of bubbly.

Read on to discover the best, newest afternoon tea menus to try in Hong Kong this Christmas. From exclusive collaborations with luxury fashion and beauty brands, to Instagrammable spreads featuring holiday-themed treats, there’s plenty to be excited about if you fancy something a little different this year.

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1. The Ritz-Carlton

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Surrounded by breathtaking harbour views and opulent furnishings in an elegant setting, the festive afternoon tea at The Ritz-Carlton offers so much more than your standard cakes and a cup of tea. 

In collaboration with the legendary plush toy manufacturer Steiff, the hotel’s new tea menu is inspired by the brand’s history and German-born executive chef Peter Find’s favourite traditional festive flavours from home. On the cute teddy-bear shaped stand, expect picture-perfect treats such as vanilla chestnut tree with caramel chocolate, lobster vanilla and cinnamon cream tart, mini cheese bread, and more.

When: From December 1 to January 2, 2022

Price: HK$468 per person and HK$798 for two; HK$568 per person and HK$1,028 for two (for bookings from December 24 to 26)

Bookings can be made here 

The Lounge & Bar, 102/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, West Kowloon, Hong Kong, +852 2263 2270; ritzcarlton.com

Café 103, 103/F, The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, West Kowloon, Hong Kong, +852 2263 2270; ritzcarlton.com

2. Four Seasons

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A Christmas dessert lover’s dream, this beautifully presented tea set at Four Seasons is a feast to behold. Prepared by the hotel’s executive pastry chef Ringo Chan, the set not only features the hotel’s famous scones, but also an array of Instagrammable desserts such as a gingerbread man, petit cinnamon rolls and mulled berries snowman macarons to get you into the festive spirit.

The menu is also available on the hotel’s e-shop as a takeaway set for two persons (HK$698 per set).

When: Throughout December

Price: HK$658 for two persons; HK$498 per person on weekends and public holidays 

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

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3. Tea WG

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An Italian-chic affair with scrumptious treats, Tea WG’s new afternoon tea menu comes in partnership with luxury Italian fashion house Salvatore Ferragamo. Taking inspiration from the colourful palette and lively spirit of the brand’s fragrance collection, Signorina Fashion Edition, the set showcases an array of tea-infused savoury bites and sweets. Tuck into creations like mozzarella and cherry tomato sprinkled with red jasmine tea powder, jade blossom tea-infused crab meat with beetroot on toasted bread, orange blossom tea-infused panna cotta filled with blueberry cream cheese, alongside scones and a beautiful assortment of macarons. The set also comes with a selection of premium tea blends to choose from.

Guests ordering the set will receive a complimentary perfume gift set from Salvatore Ferragamo, while stocks last.

When: From now till December 31

Price: HK$548 for two persons 

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; twgtea.com

Tea WG Salon and Boutique IFC, Shop 1022-3, Podium Level 1, IFC Mall, 1 Harbour View Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2796 282; twgtea.com

4. 181 Fortnum & Mason

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For a quintessentially British afternoon tea experience, head to 181 Fortnum & Mason, where you can feast on delicious treats in a luxurious setting complemented with unparalleled views over Victoria Harbour.

Try to nab a table by the window to enjoy their signature finger sandwiches including smoked salmon with orange caper butter, and hen eggs with truffle mayonnaise; as well as freshly baked scones and sweet cakes, all with a cup of tea picked from their extensive collection. In celebration of Christmas, the restaurant also features some special seasonal teatime offerings—such as chicken liver parfait with onion brioche and Christmas pudding to elevate your meal.

When: Throughout December

Price: HK$588 per adult and HK$288 per child 

181 At Fortnum & Mason, Shop 022, G/F, K11 Atelier Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong; +852 3916 8181; 181fornums.com.hk

5. The Peninsula

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With its five-star hospitality and ornate surroundings, tea at The Peninsula is a glorious treat. This Christmas, the luxury hotel is welcoming guests to celebrate the festive season and support a good cause with their new menu at The Lobby, which donates US$5 for every tea set sold to ImpactHK.

Served on an elegant stand, the set offers savouries including truffle gougère with mushrooms, foie gras mousse and pain d'épices (French cake), and Balik salmon with king crab and smoked Avruga caviar. On the sweet side, you’ll find a classic black forest cake, gingerbread and orange tart, Christmas pudding with vanilla cream, and many more festive desserts.

To drink, the tea menu ranges from classic options to more unique blends of cinnamon, hibiscus flowers, and peach and ginger oolong tea.

When: December 18-26

Price: HK$528 per person

The Lobby, G/F, The Peninsula Hong Kong, Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, +852 2696 6772; peninsula.com/thelobby

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6. Madame Fu

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Known for its spacious and tastefully appointed dining spaces, Madame Fu is a standout afternoon tea spot if you want to enjoy great food while capturing gorgeous shots to impress your followers.

This season, the Instagrammable restaurant is joining hands with luxury beauty brand Rituals to present a new afternoon tea menu featuring a variety of floral creations—such as rose petal cheese tart, honey barbecue pork puff, smoked duck breast with rose mayonnaise choux, and honey glazed roasted chicken on blinis. Freshly baked scones with clotted cream and signature rose petal jam will be served to round off your meal.

When: From December 1 to January 31, 2022

Price: HK$338 per person and HK$550 for two

Madame Fu, 3/F, Barrack Block, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2114 2118; madamefu.com.hk

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7. Island Shangri-La

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An Instagrammable afternoon tea extravaganza awaits food lovers at Island Shangri-La. Themed around the magical season, the new tea set is beautifully presented with nutcracker motifs, brimming with eye-catching treats to whet your appetite.

Begin with a selection of savouries such as lobster buns and foie gras tarts, before digging into some truly impressive chocolate desserts.

The Lobby Lounge, 6/F, Island Shangri-La Hong Kong, Two Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, +852 2877 3838; shangrila.com/islandshangrila

Island Gourmet, 5/F, Island Shangri-La Hong Kong, Two Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, +852 2820 8550; shangrila.com/islandshangrila 

8. Artisan Lounge

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With its elegant furnishings and great ambience, afternoon tea at Artisan Lounge promises to be an enjoyable experience—and now there’s a holiday-themed menu to tempt your tastebuds too.

Presented on an Insta-worthy three-tiered stand, the new tea set is complete with refined savoury bites, artful pastries, and warm scones. Guests can look forward to delicious nibbles including festive turkey cheese sphere, lobster tart, duck confit and foie gras terrine, mini yule log cake, banana madeleine, as well as caramel and pecan tart.

When: From now till January 2, 2022

Price: HK$898 for two persons

Artisan Lounge, Shop G008 & G008A, G/F, K11 MUSEA, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, +852 2601 3428; artisanlounge.com 

9. The Langham

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From the elegant backdrop to the beautiful tableware presenting an array of delectable sweet and savoury delights, The Palm Court at The Langham has perfected the art of afternoon tea since it refashioned itself after its namesake in London, which has been serving up the British food tradition since 1865.

With the new festive menu, guests will enjoy picture-perfect desserts including Christmas sleigh-shaped confections, chestnut mousse cake with blackcurrant and traditional trifle, and various savoury bites and scones. For drinks, pick from a fine selection of coffees and teas, or enjoy a glass of sparkling tea or champagne for some extra fizz.

When: From December 1 to January 2, 2022

Price: HK$698 for two persons on Monday to Friday and HK$768 for two on weekends (December 1-19);  HK$768 for two persons on December 20-23 and 27-31, and HK$888 for two persons on December 24-26 and January 1-2, 2022  

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

10. The Murray

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If you’re after traditional holiday treats with an eye-catching twist, The Murray’s afternoon tea is for you. Settle down in five-star comfort in the hotel’s elegant dining space, Garden Lounge, or head up to top-floor bar and restaurant Popinjays to spend a leisurely afternoon in stylish interiors.

The Christmas afternoon tea from the hotel features an assortment of savouries such as foie gras on toasted brioche with mulled wine, and choux puff with saffron lobster salad, as well as desserts including chocolate and earl grey tea sandwich cookie, raspberry and white peach verrine, and warm scones. For those looking to enjoy a unique al fresco tea experience, the Garden Lounge also serves the menu at its outdoor pet-friendly terrace.

When: From December 1 to January 2, 2022

Price: HK$728 for two guests (Garden Lounge); HK$398 per person (Popinjays) 

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

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

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11. W Hong Kong

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Be transported to the Iberian peninsula with Woobar’s new “Spain-tacular Delights” afternoon tea at W Hong Kong this Christmas. Aside from all the delicious savouries and sweets served on the stand, hungry diners will also be treated to a mini buffet with unlimited servings of Iberico ham, sausages, bread and festive desserts for a truly indulgent tea experience.

When: Throughout December

Price: HK$618 for two persons on Monday to Friday; HK$798 for two on weekends and public holidays

Bookings can be made here

Woobar, 6/F, W Hong Kong, 1 Austin Road West, West Kowloon, Hong Kong, +852 3717 2222; marriott.com/w-hong-kong

 

12. The Cakery

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Just because your New Year’s resolutions are to detox or diet, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a good afternoon tea, thanks to The Cakery. This year, the beloved health-conscious bakery is offering a new festive tea set in the form of a photogenic advent calendar, which comes packed with light and scrumptious bites perfect for a healthier Christmas celebration.

Highlights on the menu include savouries such as caramelised onion pesto and grilled pepper finger sandwiches and a candy cane stick-shaped pastry in Impossible meat sauce, as well as dairy-free sweets including chocolate mousse cup, Christmas tree cake pop, mini lemon tart, scones, and many more.

When: Throughout December

Price: HK$588 per set for two persons

Bookings can be made here

The Cakery, various locations across Hong Kong; thecakery.com

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13. The Upper House

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Make your Christmas dining experience a memorable one at Salisterra—the popular Mediterranean restaurant at The Upper House. This festive season, Salisterra will be treating its guests with a new afternoon tea menu that comes packed with delicious savouries, including beaufort and truffle gougères, beef tartare and radish, crab and fennel tartlet and flamed mackerel with red currant sofrito and rye cracker. That's not all, as guests will also enjoy sweet bites including earl grey and mandarin mousse, mince pies, homemade granola, scones served with clotted cream and house preserves as well.

When: Throughout December

Price: HK$310 per person and HK$588 for two  

Salisterra, Level 49, The Upper House, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, +852 3968 1106; salisterra.thehousecollective.com

14. JW Marriott

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Whether you want to enjoy a deluxe afternoon tea experience in the comfort of your own home, or are simply looking for gourmet food options to elevate your upcoming picnic with friends, JW Marriott’s takeaway tea set will not disappoint.

Featuring a beautiful pink-hued three-tier stand, the set is filled with a delectable mix of sweet and savoury snacks, such as a reuben sandwich, chicken and avocado tart, tomato and mozzarella skewer, red velvet cheesecake, and caramel pearl flan, to name just a few. There are also freshly baked plain and raisin scones, a selection of TWG teas, and even a bottle of Whispering Angel Rosé 2020 to complement your feast.

When: From now till December 31 (two-day advance booking is required)

Price: HK$798 per set for two persons  

The takeaway set can be ordered here

JW Marriott Hotel, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, +852 2810 8366; marriott.com/jw-marriott-hotel-hongkong

15. Hotel Icon

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Chocolate lovers, this one’s for you. This season, afternoon tea stalwart Green at Hotel Icon is partnering with legendary Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch a new menu that will satisfy all your holiday cravings.

On the menu, there are scrumptious savouries such as duck liver mousse coated chocolate with caviar, smoked salmon with roe, and chorizo olive skewer. The assortment is accompanied by scones and sweet treats such as Godiva’s signature chocolates, dark chocolate mousse infused with earl grey tea, lemon verbena with framboise macaroon, and more. The best part? Diners will also be able to enjoy unlimited Godiva soft serve ice cream and strawberry chocolate dip.

The menu is also available to order as a takeaway set for two persons on the hotel’s e-shop (HK$658 per set).

When: Ongoing

Price: HK$408 per person and HK$748 for two on Monday to Friday; HK$438 per person and HK$788 for two on weekends and public holidays

Green, G/F, Hotel Icon, 17 Science Museum Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, +852 3400 1300; hotel-icon.com 

16. Cafe Landmark

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If you're planning a visit to Landmark with your loved ones to admire the beautiful Christmas displays this year, be sure to also book a table at Café Landmark and try their new afternoon tea. Presented on a cute stand adorned with the mall’s festive toy friends, the set offers a wide selection of savouries such as minced shrimp with roasted pig crisps, wagyu and asparagus, abalone siu mai, foie gras toast with bolognese and smoked salmon roll.

On the sweet side, you’ll find blueberry cheesecake, chocolate brownie, Christmas macarons, as well as scones—with seasonal drink options including gingerbread latte, green tea latte and hot chocolate on offer.

When: From now till December 31

Price: HK$538 for two persons

Cafe Landmark, Shop 107-108, 1/F, Landmark Atrium, Hong Kong, +852 2526 4200; landmark.hk/cafe-landmark

17. Le Salon de Thé de Joël Robuchon

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Another new afternoon tea promotion from Landmark to put on your radar: Le Salon de Thé de Joël Robuchon is celebrating Christmas with an exquisite tea set featuring all kinds of holiday treats that will delight even the most discerning palate.

Come hungry and feast on savouries such as finger sandwich with smoked salmon and cream, mini fried chicken burger with Caesar sauce, and foie gras with cherry fruit dome. To satisfy your sweet tooth, there are dainty pastries including lemon tart and meringue, cheesecake, raspberry and lychee mousse and cream puff. Homemade mini croissants and scones will be served as well.

When: Throughout December

Price: HK698 for two persons

Le Salon de Thé de Joël Robuchon, Shop 315, 3/F, The Landmark, 15 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2166 9088; robuchon.hk


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