Cover A Trio for Autumn is a collaboration between Birdsong and speciality tea bar Plantation Teas (Photo: Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong)
A Trio for Autumn is a collaboration between Birdsong and speciality tea bar Plantation Teas (Photo: Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong)
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From a seasonal tea and pastry pairing to a self-pour wine experience, Birdsong offers two thoughtful ways to unwind
Not every Hong Kong gathering needs a full meal or a late night. At Birdsong, the dining and lounge space at Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong, the pleasures are more measured: tea and pastries in the afternoon, wine at your own pace on Thursday evenings. One is a seasonal afternoon tea built on small-batch leaves and pastry pairings; the other takes a looser approach to tasting. Together they give Birdsong a sociable rhythm that moves from day into early evening.
Available until November 20, A Trio for Autumn is a collaboration between Birdsong and speciality tea bar Plantation Teas. Priced at HK$288 per person, the set is served from 1pm to 4.30pm and pairs three seasonal teas with handcrafted pastries.
Uncorked reimagines the traditional tasting experience with a self-poured concept, allowing guests to explore over 30 curated wines at their own pace in a more casual and engaging way (Photo: Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong)
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The selection begins with Yunnan Moonlight White, sourced from century-old trees in Jinggu and noted for its silky texture and wild honey and honeysuckle notes. It is paired with a honey pecan walnut tart, topped with longan honey whip and caramelised nuts on a vanilla shortbread base.
Dancong Red, a fully oxidised black tea with aromas of dried apple and dates, accompanies a coconut rosemary mango mousse cake, which balances tropical accents with a gently fruity finish. The final pairing brings together Rice Scent Aged Pu’erh, blended with sweet rice leaves, and a rose raspberry mousse Cake, in which raspberry compote adds brightness to the tea’s earthy character.
Plantation Teas sources its leaves from trusted family-run farms, with an emphasis on small batches and distinctive character. The pairings make a case for giving tea the same attention often reserved for wine: not simply an accompaniment, but something to appreciate in its own right.
Above A Trio for Autumn is a collaboration between Birdsong and speciality tea bar Plantation Teas (Photo: Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong)
A Trio for Autumn is a collaboration between Birdsong and speciality tea bar Plantation Teas (Photo: Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong)
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For those who prefer a glass in hand later in the day, Birdsong’s Uncorked evening offers a different experience. Available every Thursday, it replaces the formality of a conventional tasting with a self-pour format, inviting guests to explore more than 30 curated wines at their own pace.
Rather than following a fixed tasting sequence, guests can choose what interests them and enjoy the experience at a more relaxed tempo. It is an approachable way to spend an evening with friends or discover a new favourite without turning wine appreciation into a lesson.
Whether the occasion calls for delicate tea and pastry or a leisurely glass of wine, Birdsong offers two thoughtful ways to pause in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui.
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