An Art-Inspired Afternoon Tea at Rosewood London
There’s a saying in the world of theatre – ‘form over content’ – which essentially means that lots of effort has been put into making the lighting, the music and the costumes amazing… but the play itself is underwhelming. I’ve often thought of this phrase when faced with beautiful looking cakes in cafes and hotels, which sparkle and glow and look very fancy pants…. but when it comes to it, just don’t taste that great.
But THIS art-inspired afternoon tea, at Rosewood London, was absolutely, one hundred percent, not one of those occasions. On the contrary, it’s one of the best afternoon teas I’ve ever had.
Imagined up by the Mirror Room’s creative Head Pastry Chef, Mark Perkins, the afternoon tea is inspired by London’s beautiful, vibrant and unique art scene, and celebrates five iconic artists; Yayoi Kusama, Alexander Calder, Mark Rothko, Damien Hirst and Banksy.
“London is one of the leading lights in the arts world, and I am continuously excited and surprised by it. Taking inspiration from some of the works exhibited here in the capital, I am delighted to present Mirror Room’s first Art Afternoon Tea.” – Mark Perkins
The Mirror Room itself is a stunning jewel box of a room, with floor-to-ceiling decorative mirrors, low lighting and cosy lounge style seating… my mum and I ensconced ourselves deep into the soft seats and marvelled at each and every delicacy…
We began with a divine selection of sandwiches before moving onto freshly baked warm scones and amazing looking patisseries, with each one representing a different artist and story…
Rosewood London already has very strong ties to the art scene – it’s the leading hotel partner of Frieze London, the world’s leading contemporary art fair and one of the few fairs to focus only on contemporary art and living artists. Rosewood London is also the preferred partner of Quintessentially Art Patron Scheme, and the two work alongside each other to create a series of interactive dinners with leading artists from around the world…
It was all absolutely exquisite, and if you are looking to treat yourself or someone special (beep beep it’s nearly Valentine’s!) then do pop the Rosewood and this amazing afternoon tea on the top of your list.
It’s very, very special.
Art Afternoon Tea at Rosewood London
**The art-inspired afternoon tea is priced at £50 per person (£65 per person with a glass of “R” de Ruinart Champagne or £67 per person with a glass of “R” de Ruinart RoséChampagne).
This post was shot on my LEICA D-LUX – dinky but dynamic 😉
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Arianna Beach
This place looks so nice!
Ashna
This is the only thing I regret not doing while I was in London, Afternoon tea.
Poppy Loves
Pop it on the list for next time – there are so many wonderful places to visit for afternoon tea xx
Bunmi
Omg! I’m going to rosewood London next week, and your post has got me even more excited. I really can’t wait to experience such a delight. I’m super excited!
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Poppy Loves
Have a wonderful time! xx
Annie
This looks AMAZING. Love the Banksy fondants especially 🙂
Poppy Loves
That was my absolute favourite 😉