traditional
afternoon tea
the milestone hotel & residences
Inspired by Cirque du Soleil
5th January - 2nd March 2026
traditional afternoon tea
Afternoon
Tea,
a
beloved
British
tradition,
first
emerged
in
the
early
19th
century
when
Anna,
Duchess
of
Bedford,
introduced
the
ritual
to
bridge
the
long
hours
between
luncheon
and
dinner.
What
began
as
a
simple
refreshment
soon
became
a
refined
social
occasion,
complete
with
silver
teapots,
delicate
china,
and
tiered
cake
stands
-
a
symbol
of
elegance
embraced by fashionable hotels during its golden age.
Today,
we
honour
this
heritage
while
infusing
it
with
the
vibrant
artistry
of
OVO
by
Cirque
du
Soleil.
Inspired
by
the
show’s
celebration
of
nature
and
its
playful
characters,
our
pastry
team
has
reimagined
classic
indulgence
through
bold
flavours
and
whimsical
design.
Delight
in
creations
such
as
the
Guanaja
70%
Chocolate
&
Raspberry
Ladybird
Macaron,
Hazelnut
Praline
Butterfly
Choux,
Kiwi,
Coconut
&
Lime
Tartlet,
Yuzu
&
White
Chocolate
Egg,
and
Mango
&
Passion
Fruit
Cake.
Each
piece
is
a
tribute
to
the
enchantment
of
OVO,
bringing
its
colour,
energy,
and
imagination
to
your afternoon tea experience.
OUR CHAMPAGNE SELECTION
Turn your Afternoon Tea experience into
a real celebration by adding a little fizz!
Glass
Bottle
Lanson Le Black Réserve NV
31
155
Lanson Rosé Label NV
33
165
LANSON EXTRA AGE Rosé NV
225
Laurent Perrier Cuvée Rosé NV
190
OUR Cocktail SELECTION
Glass
society of exploration
18
Desi Daru Mango Vodka, Dragon Fruit, Lemon Juice
(Alcohol-Free Version Available)
11
dragon prince
19
Tanqueray 10 Gin, Lemongrass & Ginger Cordial, Apple, Bergamot,
Elderflower, Gold
(Alcohol-Free Version Available)
11
rocking horse
18
Broken Clock Vodka, Passion Fruit, Lemon, Ginger Beer
(Alcohol-Free Version Available)
11
traditional afternoon tea
TRADITIONAL AFTERNOON TEA
85
Our Afternoon Tea is the perfect balance of sweet and savoury featuring
three tiers consisting of sandwiches, French pastries and cakes followed by
fruit and raisin scones with Cornish clotted cream, homemade preserve
and your choice of fine leaf teas.
CHAMPAGNE AFTERNOON TEA
98
The Afternoon Tea selection is accompanied by a pot of tea of your choice,
served with milk or lemon, and a glass of perfectly chilled Champagne to
start.
ROYAL AFTERNOON TEA (FOR TWO PEOPLE)
210
The Afternoon Tea selection is accompanied by a pot of tea of your choice
served with milk or lemon and half a bottle of Champagne.
ROYAL ROSÉ AFTERNOON TEA (FOR TWO PEOPLE)
220
The Afternoon Tea selection is accompanied by a pot of tea of your choice
served with milk or lemon, half a bottle of Rosé Champagne.
Lanson Extra Age AFTERNOON TEA (FOR TWO PEOPLE)
300
The Afternoon Tea selection is accompanied by a pot of tea of your choice
served with milk or lemon and a bottle of Lanson Extra Age Rosé.
prince & princess afternoon tea
45
Our Prince & Princess Afternoon Tea features a reduced version of three
tiers consisting of three sandwiches, three French pastries and cakes with a
plain scone with Cornish clotted cream and homemade preserve. Included
is a choice of fine leaf tea, hot chocolate or a milkshake
Prices are inclusive of VAT & a discretionary 15% service charge will be added to each bill.
If you are allergic to any food products, please advise a member of the service team.
our tea selection
PLANTERS’ RANGE
PLANTERS’ BREAKFAST
Strong and full bodied. The perfect conditions for creating that rich full taste are found in
the Dimbula Valley.
PLANTERS’ MISTRESS
A light, golden tea scented with bergamot, orange and lemon peel that leaves the palate
feeling refreshed with a pleasant citrus flavour.
PLANTERS’ AFTERNOON
Light and crisp with floral undertones. Ideal on its own or with a splash of milk.
PLANTERS’ EARL GREY
The most aristocratic of teas is infused with the unmistakable aroma of bergamot.
PLANTERS’ GREEN
Fresh, sweet and reinvigorating.
PLANTERS’ DECAF
Bold, strong and full of flavour, minus the caffeine.
SEASONAL SINGLE ESTATE TEAS
LOVERS LEAP TEA ESTATE, NUWARAELIYA, CEYLON
The flavours are bright, crisp and clean - a lighter cup without milk.
CASTLETON ESTATE DARJEELING
Light and fruity with signature muscatel flavour.
ST ANDREWS ESTATE ORANGE PEKOE
Bright golden cup with a distinctive rosy flavour.
NEW VITHANAKANDE TEA ESTATE - FF EXSP
A world-renowned tea estate amongst connoisseurs. When infused, New Vithanakande has
a complex caramel flavour and has hints of forest fruits; a tea truly blessed by nature.
AWARD-Winning TEAS
MATTAKELLE GOLDEN CURLS
*Gold award winner at THE LEAFIES - International Tea Academy Awards organized by UK
Tea Academy and Fortnum & Mason.
A fusion of Japanese and Sri Lanka flavour. It has a natural rosy aroma with a jasmine floral
flavour.
SILVER TIPS
Separate taste per infusion (up to three), with notes of apricot, melon and fresh cut flowers.
our tea selection
UNUSUAL AND EXCITING
SERENDIPITY SOUCHONG
A tea which flourishes at sea level and is gently smoked over cinnamon wood, furnishing it
with a fragrant smoked note.
CHAI CINNAMON
The marriage of quality high grown tea and indigenous Ceylon spices produce an
exceptional tea with piquancy.
MANGO SUNSHINE
A juicy flavourful cup of tea with low grown black tea grown in southern Sri Lanka married
with mango.
RADIANT ROSE
An irresistible combination of high grown tea with rose petals which flourishes into a sweet
and floral infusion.
MILK OOLONG
Irresistibly smooth with a sensual creaminess.
JASMINE GREEN
Reinvigorating green tea with a floral bouquet.
HERBAL TEAS
CHAMOMILE
Light and refreshing, Chamomile Flowers possesses a clean and sweet flavour that finishes
with delicate floral notes.
ROOIBOS
Unique to the Western Cape of South Africa this is a bright orange infusion that is rich in
vitamin C, Iron & Magnesium.
PEPPERMINT LEAVES
Tangy and refreshing. Best enjoyed after meal as a palate cleanser or as a digestive aid.
LEMONGRASS & GINGER
Aromatic and refreshing the fusion of fresh, zesty lemongrass with spicy, sweet ginger
produces an uplifting herbal concoction.
APPLE CINNAMON
Artful blend of apple pieces, hibiscus, marigold, liquorice and Ceylon cinnamon gives your
cuppa a fruity and spicy twist.
the milestone
traditional afternoon tea
Inspired by Cirque du Soleil
5th January - 2nd March 2026
SAVOURY
SMOKED SALMON
Lemon & dill crème fraîche
EGG MAYONNAISE
Watercress
CUCUMBER
Cream cheese
honey roast HAM
Piccalilli mayonnaise
red leicester cheese
Red onion & piquillo pepper jam
BEA TOLLMAN’S CHICKEN MAYONNAISE
Toasted almond
SCONES
FRESHLY BAKED PLAIN & RAISIN SCONES
Cornish clotted cream, homemade strawberry jam & lemon curd
SWEET
Guanaja 70% Chocolate & Raspberry Ladybird Macaron
Hazelnut Praline Butterfly Choux
Kiwi, Coconut & Lime Tartlet
Yuzu & white chocolate Egg
Mango & Passion Fruit Cake
£85
A favourite signature dish of Mrs T, our Founder.
the milestone
Prince & princess Afternoon Tea
Inspired by Cirque du Soleil
5th January - 2nd March 2026
SAVOURY
honey roasted ham
Honey roasted ham & butter
Peanut butter & Jam
Homemade strawberry jam & peanut butter
BEA TOLLMAN’S CHICKEN MAYONNAISe
Toasted almond
SCONES
FRESHLY BAKED PLAIN scone
Cornish clotted cream & homemade strawberry preserve
SWEET
Guanaja 70% Chocolate & Raspberry Ladybird Macaron
Hazelnut Praline Butterfly Choux
Yuzu & white chocolate Egg
£45
A favourite signature dish of Mrs T, our Founder.
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VEGETARIAN afternoon tea
Inspired by Cirque du Soleil
5th January - 2nd March 2026
SAVOURY
EGG MAYONNAISE
Watercress
CUCUMBER
Cream cheese
red leicester cheese
Red onion & piquillo pepper jam
ROASTED FIELD MUSHROOM
Truffled hummus
whipped goat’s curd
Beetroot jam
ROSE HARISSA ROASTED SQUASH
Toasted almond
SCONES
FRESHLY BAKED PLAIN & RAISIN SCONES
Cornish clotted cream, homemade strawberry jam & lemon curd
SWEET
Guanaja 70% Chocolate & Raspberry Ladybird Macaron
Hazelnut Praline butterfly choux
Kiwi, Coconut & Lime Tartlet
Yuzu & white chocolate Egg
Mango & Passion Fruit Cake
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VEGAN afternoon tea
Inspired by Cirque du Soleil
5th January - 2nd March 2026
SAVOURY
VEGAN CHEDDAR
Sandwich pickle
ROASTED FIELD MUSHROOM
Truffled hummus
GRILLED COURGETTE, BASIL & LEMON
Basil pesto
ROSE HARISSA ROASTED SQUASH
Toasted almond
CUCUMBER
Vegan cream cheese
whipped vegan feta
Beetroot jam
SCONES
FRESHLY BAKED PLAIN & RAISIN SCONES
Homemade strawberry jam & dairy-free spread
SWEET
Hazelnut Praline dark chocolate brownie
coconut & date slice
Kiwi & Lime Tartlet
Yuzu & white chocolate cheesecake
pistachio & orange cake
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GLUTEN-FREE afternoon tea
Inspired by Cirque du Soleil
5th January - 2nd March 2026
SAVOURY
SMOKED SALMON
Lemon & dill crème fraîche
EGG MAYONNAISE
Watercress
CUCUMBER
Cream cheese
honey roast HAM
Piccalilli mayonnaise
red leicester cheese
Red onion & piquillo pepper jam
BEA TOLLMAN’S CHICKEN MAYONNAISE
Toasted almond
SCONES
FRESHLY BAKED PLAIN & RAISIN SCONES
Cornish clotted cream, homemade strawberry jam & lemon curd
SWEET
Guanaja 70% Chocolate & Raspberry Ladybird Macaron
hazelnut praline dark chocolate brownie
Kiwi, Coconut & Lime Tartlet
Yuzu & white chocolate Egg
Mango & Passion Fruit Cake
A favourite signature dish of Mrs T, our Founder.
the milestone
HALAL afternoon tea
Inspired by Cirque du Soleil
5th January - 2nd March 2026
SAVOURY
SMOKED SALMON
Lemon & dill crème fraîche
EGG MAYONNAISE
Watercress
CUCUMBER
Cream cheese
ROASTED FIELD MUSHROOM
Truffled hummus
red leicester cheese
Red onion & piquillo pepper jam
BEA TOLLMAN’S CHICKEN MAYONNAISe
Toasted almond
SCONES
FRESHLY BAKED PLAIN & RAISIN SCONES
Cornish clotted cream, homemade strawberry jam & lemon curd
SWEET
Guanaja 70% Chocolate & Raspberry Ladybird Macaron
Hazelnut Praline Butterfly Choux
Kiwi, Coconut & Lime Tartlet
Yuzu & white chocolate Egg
Mango & Passion Fruit Cake
A favourite signature dish of Mrs T, our Founder.