7 indulgent afternoon teas to try in Dubai

Perfect to try during ‘Afternoon Tea Week’…

Afternoon tea is a popular British tradition and was an experience that was meant to fill the long gap between lunch and dinner when it was served as late as 8pm.

Now, however, it is just deemed as a treat and if you want to celebrate ‘afternoon tea week’, here are some spots in Dubai to consider.

Hell’s Kitchen

Fan of Gordan Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen Dubai at Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai? Check out the the traditional Hellicious Afternoon Tea Experience for just Dhs185 per person. Your luxurious afternoon experience will last two hours from 2.30pm to 4.30pm and will be filled with unique bites and authentic treats. From delicate savoury sandwiches such as Scottish smoked salmon, cream cheese and lemon butter on soda bread to dainty desserts such as lemon tart with clotted cream, raspberry eclair, and more – this afternoon tea is one you should try. Add a glass of premium sparkling for Dhs325 per person, or free flowing premium sparkling throughout the entire two-hour experience for Dhs795.

Hellicious Afternoon Tea Experience, Ceasars Palace Bluewaters Dubai, Bluewaters Island, Dubai, Sun to Thur, 2.30pm to 4.30pm, Dhs185 traditional, Dhs325 one glass sparkling, Dhs795 unlimited sparkling. Tel: (04) 556 6466. caesars.com

La Farine

Contemporary cafe and bakery in JW Marriott Marquis has a daily afternoon tea serving up mouthwatering treats. You can tuck into a selection of freshly created savoury and sweet treats including the traditional cucumber sandwich, delicious scones to zesty passion fruit profiteroles. It will cost you just Dhs195 per couple and Dhs110 if you’re going solo. It’s available daily from 12.30pm to 5.30pm.

La Farine, JW Marriott Marquis, Business Bay, Dubai, afternoon tea from 12.30pm to 5.30pm daily, Dhs195 for a couple, Dhs110 for one, Tel: (04) 414 0000. jwmarriottmarquisdubailife.com

Aspen by Kempinski

Taking inspiration from the Kempinski European heritage, His & Hers Afternoon Tea is served daily from 3pm to 6pm. You will tuck into three flights of lovely bites, including scones with Devonshire cream and preserves, cucumber sandwiches, and delicious miniature pastries. Your bites will be accompanied by the finest tea and coffee which Aspen by Kempinski prides itself on. You will be spoilt for choice as there are over 20 varieties of Tchaba tea with its full-leaf, top-grade quality and its served in Japanese fine bone china.

Aspen by Kempinski, Kempinski Hotel, Mall of The Emirates – ground floor, afternoon tea from 3pm to 6pm, Dhs295 for a couple, Dhs175 for one, Tel: (04) 409 5999. kempinski.com

Choix Patisserie & Restaurant par Pierre Gagnaire

If you want an afternoon tea fit for a queen, head to InterContinental Dubai in Festival City. Headed by Chef Pierre Gagniare (who has three Michelin stars to his name), the award-winning afternoon tea has all the premium features and is perfect if you want to indulge. Deemed “Dubai’s finest” afternoon tea, you will savour the restaurant’s signature scones, pastries and the finest tea selection all whilst enjoying the ambient setting with your friends or family. And the best news, it won’t break the bank. You will pay just Dhs100 per person and just Dhs150 for a couple. It runs daily from 2.30pm to 5pm.

Choix Patisserie & Restaurant par Pierre Gagnaire, InterContinental Dubai in Festival City, Dubai, afternon tea from 2.30pm to 5pm, Dhs150 for a couple, Dhs100 for one, Tel: (04) 701 1111. dubaifestivalcityhotels.com/choix

Raffles

Ladies, round up your girlfriends and head to Raffles Salon for the award-winning and Instagrammable floral afternoon tea with Forever Rose. Served every day from 2pm to 7pm, you will tuck into a Victorian-style display of delights, exquisitely crafted with floral essences. Savoury treats include cured salmon with hibiscus extract, fresh mango, herb sponge and basil leaves and rose-shaped brie mousse with edible flowers, pine nuts, and fig compote on pumpernickel bread. For the sweet tooth, there are sweet temptations such as scones with strawberry jam and rose water, orange blossom custard cream and Jasmine flavoured chocolate ganache with honey sable. It will cost you Dhs160 per person and Dhs225 with one glass of Italian bubbly.

Raffles Salon, Raffles Dubai, Sheikh Rashid Road, Wafi, Dubai, afternoon tea from 2pm to 7pm, Dhs160 per person, Dhs225 per person with bubbly. Tel: (04) 324 8888. raffles.com

Peacock Alley

Peacock Alley at Dubai’s Waldorf Astoria is a great spot for an afternoon tea. The elegant lounge overlooks the hotel’s beautiful central gardens and serves the finest teas, coffees and light meals. Now that its summer, you will dine indoors, and relax in the beautiful interiors.

Peacock Alley, Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, afternoon tea every Fri and Sat 1pm to 4pm, Dhs155 per person. Tel:(04) 818 2222, waldorfastoria3.hilton.com

Meliá Desert Palm Dubai

Escape from the bustling city to Melia Desert Palm Dubai’s and try the afternoon tea at Epicure. While you tuck into delights of a refreshing summer afternoon tea you will overlook lush green estate and palm trees. The afternoon tea runs daily from 2pm to 5pm and costs just Dhs145 per person including a selection of Jing tea.

Epicure, Melia Desert Palm Dubai, afternoon tea from 2pm to 5pm, Dhs145 per person. Tel: (04) 602 9323. melia.com 

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