It's Always Tea Time
- brittanypanter
- 2014年12月19日
- 讀畢需時 5 分鐘
Photo: R Bar is serving up an afternoon tea that even the boys would enjoy
There are only a few days until Christmas arrives, and before you know it the holidays will be over just as quickly as they started. Take the opportunity to soak up the last few days of festive eating at one of the many afternoon teas across Macau.
The Hard Rock Hotel’s R Bar is offering afternoon tea for two (MOP258 + 10% service charge and 5% tax) throughout December from 3pm to 6pm. The free-flow mulled wine spurred us to try it out. Although it took quite awhile for the set to come out, the server offered tea or coffee while we waited. When it finally did come out, there was an assortment of savory and sweet snacks including roasted turkey sandwiches, Scottish smoked salmon sandwiches, pork pies, scones with cream, butter and jam, Christmas pudding, trifle, macarons, cookies, Yule log cake and cheese cake. They were arranged on a three-tiered plastic guitar which made our afternoon less of a frumpy and formal affair than normal high tea can be. The chocolate Yule log cake had cherries in the center which went down very well, and the mulled wine was fantastic (when isn’t it?) and a great way to warm up on a chilly winter day.
For reservations call (853) 8868 6694
Photo: Enjoy an afternoon tea amongst the greenery at Palms in the Sheraton
Why not spend the afternoon amongst the greenery at Palms? Located in the Sheraton, Palms is offering a Christmas and New Year tea set (MOP298 + 10% service charge) available 12pm to 6pm from December 20th to January 1st. The menu features festive dishes including turkey rolls cranberry jam vol-au-vent; lobster and mango salsa crostinis; slow cooked salmon with pepper ragout on brioche toast; maple-roasted ham with caramelized peach and mustard galette; and an assortment of sweets including the mandatory Christmas fruit cake.
For reservations call (853) 8113 1200
Photo: Chefs prepare dishes in front of guests for FANtasy at the Mandarin Oriental
The Mandarin Oriental is offering afternoon tea called FANtasy (MOP438/two people + 10% service charge) at Vida Rica Bar to celebrate the festive season. To start, a homemade mandarin orange sorbet will clean your palate before being the procession of gourmet snacks begins. There are dainty wagyu beef finger sandwiches and open-face smoked salmon sandwiches for those who enjoy savory items. For those who prefer a little sweetness you can skip straight to the desserts, which include raspberry financiers and Champagne jelly with mixed berries. If you want to take a break from all the indulgence, you can watch the chefs prepare the food at the bar. FANtasy also comes with a choice of coffee tea, or three varieties of hot chocolate made with French luxury chocolate brand Valrhona. The FANtasy afternoon tea is available from 3pm to 6pm Saturday and Sunday; December 24th to December 28th; and January 1st to January 4th.
For reservations call (853) 8805 8928
Photo: The holiday tea set is available from the lobby lounge in the Mandarin Oriental
If you can’t wait until Christmas Eve, the lobby lounge is offering afternoon tea for two (MOP398/pair + 10% service charge) from 2pm to 5:30pm until January 4th. It includes festive offerings such as turkey sausage rolls with chestnut and puff pastry and the timeless classic fruit cake. The set also come with a choice of coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
For reservations call (853) 8805 8938
Photo: Cascades in the Galaxy is offering a festively decorated afternoon tea
Starting on December 22nd and available until Boxing Day, Cascades in the Galaxy is offering a festive tea set for two (MOP238 MOP + 10% service charge and 5% tax) which includes traditional mince pies, stollen, Yule log and gingerbread. Available from 2pm to 6pm. If you’re feeling a bit cheeky you can opt for the option to include two glasses of Goldtraum Champagne (MOP318 + 10% service charge and 5% tax).
For reservations call (853) 8883 2221
Photo: Pastry Bar at MGM is offering a wide array of treats for their festive afternoon tea
MGM Grand Macau’s Christmas afternoon tea for two (MOP268 + 10% service charge) at Pastry Bar is ideal for those with a sweet tooth. The tidbits on offer include pork rillettes and gherkins in a rye chestnut baguette; toasted panatone with foie gras and cranberry jelly; marinated salmon and beetroot on wholewheat bread; shrimp and arugula (rocket) mayonnaise on spinach bread; roasted bell pepper tart; spiced chocolate squares with raspberry confit; pistachio and cinnamon terrine; festive cookies; apple mousse with Calvados jelly; pumpkin pie; roasted walnut cake; and spiced Nutella scones. Available after 2pm until December 29th, it’s a great opportunity to have one last bout of indulgence before swearing off sugar on New Year’s Day. Sets are served with a choice of tea, coffee or juice.
For reservations call (853) 8802 2324
Photo: An assortment of treats are available for Hotel Okura's Golden Afternoon High Tea
The Golden Afternoon High Tea for two (MOP228 + 10% service charge and 5% tax) at Hotel Okura is available until January 8th so you and a friend can start 2015 off in a Zen-like state by relaxing at the bamboo and shoji (translucent paper screens that disperse light) filled Nagomi. To add a dash more Christmas spirit to this tea set indulge in a glass of mulled wine or two (MOP58 + 10% service charge and 5% tax) after you’ve finished your tea. Sets are limited so it is best to arrive when the afternoon tea starts at noon.
For reservations call (853) 8883 5116
Photo: Swap the tea for a cocktail at Wynn's Bar Cristal
If the thought of afternoon tea has you feeling a little sober, why not reach for a liquid refreshment of a different kind? Cinnebar and Bar Cristal at the Wynn are offering a special cocktail they call the Sinatra Smash. Blackberries are muddled and mixed with sweet and sour, vanilla syrup, bourbon, and a dash of Crème de Cassis before being shaken and served over crushed ice and garnished with mint. After you’ve had a few cups of cheer, wander (or teeter) through the Wynn and admire the classy holiday decorations.
Cinnebar is open from 3pm to 1am Sunday to Thursday and 3pm to 2am Friday, Saturday and the eve of public holidays
Bar Cristal is open from 5pm to 1am Sunday to Thursday and 5pm to 2am Friday, Saturday and the eve of public holidays
