5 luxury afternoon teas in Asia to get a taste of the local culture

Oct 28 , 2019

Le Royal Phnom Penh offers visitors the chance to relive a bygone era and enjoy afternoon tea in a classic setting. Photo: Le Royal Phnom Penh

Grand settings filled with a tantalising mixture of the finest delicacies and hearty fare will transport you back to you a bygone era

Make the most of your trip when you’re planning your travels to any of these countries in Asia. Here are our recommendations below:

1. When in Bangkok, Thailand ...

Thai floral designer Sakul Intakul designed the presentation of the serving platter, inspired by the Ekamai pedestrian bridge on Sukhumvit Soi 63 in Bangkok. It will be available at the new Sukhumvit Gallery at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok.

Where: Hyatt Regency Bangkok, Thailand

What’s special: How does having tea within the walls of an art gallery sound? You can do just that at the new Sukhumvit Gallery at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok. Enjoy marvellous treats while learning more about Bangkok’s beautiful history and culture. The afternoon tea set comes with sweet and savoury bite-sized treats inspired by the photos that adorn the gallery. Also, coffee and tea lovers will be able to try one of Thailand’s finest coffee sourced from plantations in the Tak province, and the best naturally grown tea from the village of Mae Sai in Chiang Mai.

Time: Served daily at 2-4pm

Price: 950++ baht (US$31) set for two

2. When in Taipei, Taiwan ...