A Sweet Start to 2025: New Year Afternoon Tea at The Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at Hangzhou Centre

The Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at Hangzhou Centre presents a special New Year Afternoon Tea, blending traditional flavours with modern sophistication. Designed to celebrate the joy of the season, this afternoon tea is a feast for the senses, offering both sweet and savoury delights that capture the essence of New Year blessings.

A Culinary Narrative of New Year Wishes

Inspired by six heartfelt wishes for the New Year, each creation is a testament to craftsmanship, premium ingredients, and artistic presentation:

First Wish: “Luck and Prosperity Soar High”

Lobster Roll with Avocado and Caviar

Freshly caught lobster is paired with creamy imported avocado, wrapped in soft rolls, and topped with exquisite caviar. This luxurious bite symbolizes rising fortunes and abundant good luck for the New Year.

Second Wish: “Savour the Joyful Flavours of the New Year”

Scallop Tarts with Passion Fruit Jam

Succulent scallops sourced from cold waters are delicately complemented by handcrafted passion fruit jam. Served in a crispy tart shell, this treat is a harmonious blend of rich textures and bright flavours, embodying the festive spirit.

Third Wish: “A Harmonious and Complete Family”

Salmon Cream Cheese Balls

Premium Norwegian salmon is combined with smooth cream cheese and a hint of lemon zest to create flavourful, bite-sized balls. Coated with herbs and crushed nuts, this dish symbolizes familial unity and offers a delightful medley of textures.

Fourth Wish: “Everything Goes Smoothly and Favourably”

Persimmon Mousse Cake

Handpicked ripe persimmons are blended with high-quality cream and natural pectin to create a silky mousse layered on a crisp pastry base. This dessert conveys wishes for a smooth and prosperous year ahead.

Fifth Wish: “Abundance and Prosperity Year After Year”

Hazelnut Tofu Mahjong Cake

Crafted with natural tofu and premium Italian hazelnuts, this cake offers a velvety texture and nutty aroma. Adorned with Mahjong-themed chocolate pieces, it symbolizes continuous fortune and joyful moments during the New Year.

Sixth Wish: “A Life Filled with Sweetness and Fragrance”

Valrhona Kumquat Chocolate Mousse Cake

Using the finest Valrhona chocolate, this dessert offers a deep, indulgent flavour. Paired with hand-prepared candied kumquats, it brings a refreshing brightness to the palate, symbolizing warmth and happiness.

Additional Selections

This afternoon tea experience also includes:

• Signature Scones: Freshly baked daily, served with homemade strawberry jam, orange marmalade, and mascarpone cream.
• Iberian Ham Feuille: Delicate layers of puff pastry paired with premium Iberian ham for a savoury treat.
• Cherry Bingtang Hulu: Fresh cherries coated in hand-pulled sugar syrup, offering a crisp exterior and juicy sweetness within.
• Caramel Cheese Peanuts: A balance of rich caramel, creamy cheese, and crunchy peanuts for a unique sweet-savoury delight

New Year Afternoon Tea at The Lounge

• Availability: Daily, 2:00 to 6:00 pm
• Price: CNY 628 per set
• Upgrade to CNY 998 per set, plus two glasses of Veuve Clicquot Imperial Champagne and ten-year Kahlua Caviar.

Each dish is crafted with premium ingredients and meticulous attention to detail, offering guests in Hangzhou a festive culinary journey that celebrates the spirit of the New Year.

At The Lounge, immerse in a design-forward space inspired by the beauty of the Grand Canal, and let this New Year Afternoon Tea mark the beginning of a sweet and prosperous 2025.