Contemporay cuppas for forward thinking fashion darlings.
The Berkeley has a history of spurning tradition – the hotel’s original 19th century building was closed down in favour of a more modern, purpose-built affair that was completed in 1972. True to form, the hotel offers a distinctly unconventional approach to afternoon tea, which is - at the Berkeley - a modern, stylish affair. Served in the appropriately themed Caramel Room, with its low-lighting, chocolate-coloured wall coverings and snappy faux-crocodile fabrics, this is a far cry from the gilt-encrusted, brightly lit tea salons that tradition dictates should be the norm. From the contemporary design (courtesy of Alexandra Champalimaud) of the room to the unusual, striking design of the cakes and pastries this is an afternoon tea experience for those who like to mix tradition with innovation. While the traditional elements of the meal still remain, The Berkeley has added its own creative twists to the ritual, bringing this centuries’ old institution into the 21st century by producing cakes and pastries inspired by each fashion season’s catwalk designs. Eclairs, cupcakes and shortbread biscuits are treated regularly to a makeover in the styles of top fashion designers such as Emanuel Ungaro and Diane von Furstenburg. Prêt-à-Portea - the “A Fashionista’s Afternoon Tea” –consists of a choice selection of loose leaf teas and herbal infusions together with a delectable selection of cakes, pastries and savouries served on ‘Paul Smith for Thomas Goode’ fine bone china and presented in a cutting-edge style to match the catwalk. For those true fashionistas, it pays to upgrade (dahhhling) and follow a warming cup of tea with an invigorating taste of Moet & Chandon NV Champagne served in a Baccarat crystal glass.
Best for:
Catwalk-inspired cream teas, faux-crocodile fabrics and high fashion, Emanuel Ungaro and Diane von Furstenburg, Paul Smith china.
Did you know?
Wood panelling and decorative carvings from the original hotel are on display in the Blue Bar.
(Image: Pret-a-Portea Fall 2007 - a fashionista's afternoon tea. With a Marc Jacobs-inspired pale mint green chocolate slice and Emmanuel Ungaro-inspired peach and blackberry mousse topped with champagne jelly.)
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Contemporay cuppas for forward thinking fashion darlings.
