The Westin Sydney is delighted to launch two new inspiring afternoon tea concepts. Influenced by Sydney's rich history, the two distinctly different afternoon tea menus incorporate imagery associated with the heritage clock tower and the Sydney area. The experience is best enjoyed bathed in sunlight beneath our breathtaking atrium in The Lobby Bar, Lounge and Room.

 

The history of afternoon tea is suggested to have originated during the early nineteenth century with Anna, 7th Duchess of Bedford, feeling peckish in the afternoon while waiting for dinner which was served late in the evening.

 

The Duchess requested tea and a light snack to be delivered to her boudoir every afternoon but once her secret was discovered this practice was offered by many influential hostesses to entertain their special guests. 

 

The Westin Sydney is proud to offer Westin's Heritage and Mad Hatter Afternoon Teas; a long-established tradition that has been reengineered to complement our contemporary setting.

 

Westin's Heritage Afternoon tea is a remodelled version of the classical offering. Traditional cucumber sandwiches and sponge cakes are replaced with flavoursome tomato, spinach and corn breads wrapped or layered with smoked salmon, smoked ham and a delicate assortment of fillings. Delight in a caramel mousse, crème brulee and profiteroles with dark chocolate cream filling to complete the experience.

 

Westin's Mad Hatter Afternoon tea is a whimsical journey. Inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland explore the unique creations of our talented Chefs. Try the Mad Hatter's hat made of rich chocolate mud cake or the White Rabbit's pocket watch, a blueberry macaroon with blueberry cream filling. Sweet dishes are paired with a refreshing salad and enticing savoury options to balance the palate.

 

Both menus have been created incorporating SuperFoodsRx to enhance the nutritional benefits of each ingredient.

 

Prices start from $45 per person for unlimited tea and coffee, $55 with an accompanying SuperFoodsRx cocktail or for the ultimate in decadence, complement your afternoon tea experience with a flute of R de Ruinart champagne for $65.

 

Afternoon tea is served daily from 12:00pm - 6:00pm in The Bar, Lounge and Room. Reservations are essential 24hours in advance and can be booked by calling +61 2 8223 1197, emailing westin.sydney@westin.com or visiting http://deals.westin.com/Westin-Sydney-1183/Dining_Offers.htm

 

MENU OPTIONS 

Westin's Heritage Afternoon Tea Menu

 

Savoury

Smoked salmon triple stack with caper berries

Crispy green salad and ocean prawn boat with crostini and lime

Slow cooked chicken and pickled bell peppers on a spinach toast roll

Double smoked ham, cheese and cucumber on tomato bread

 

Sweet

Crunchy profiteroles with dark Belgium-chocolate cream filling

Classic vanilla crème brulèe with a sweet nutty biscotti

Glazed caramel mousse with fresh berries and raspberry gel

 

Scones

Scones with homemade strawberry jam, raspberry chocolate jam and clotted cream

 

OR

 

Westin's Mad Hatter Afternoon Tea Menu

 

Savoury

Tweedledee & Tweedledum; roasted beef and fresh asparagus roulade on mini laugen

Caterpillar; cherry bocconcini & tomato on fresh green salad boat

Alice in Wonderland; Alaskan crabmeat salad on double bread wrapped in cucumber

 

Sweet

The Mad Hatters Hat; rich dark chocolate mud cake encased in chocolate icing

White Rabbit's Pocket Watch; purple macaroon with a blueberry cream filling

The Queen of Hearts; layers of raspberry buttercream, chocolate ganache and raspberry jelly

 

Scones

Scones with homemade strawberry jam, raspberry chocolate jam and clotted cream

For more media information:

Charlotte Roderick

P: 02 8223 1123 

E: charlotte.roerick@westin.com  

 

Images of The Westin Sydney are available from www.starwoodassetlibrary.com   

 

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