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HISTORY OF AFTERNOON TEA
The ritual of Afternoon Tea was brought to The St. Regis New York by Caroline Astor, the hotel's matriarch and Grand Dame of New York Society. Each afternoon, Mrs. Astor would invite a select few of her closest friends into her drawing room to catch up on the latest gossip behind closed doors – and always over a decadent selection of sandwiches, cakes and pastries. Today, this ritual has become a signature St. Regis tradition, coming alive each afternoon in New York as well as at St. Regis properties around the world.
SALVADOR DALI
Salvador Dalf, a prominent Spanish surrealist, lived at The St. Regis New York with his wife, Gala, for many winters starting in the late 1930s. He was famous for his pet ocelot, Babou, who roamed the marble halls on a leash. Dalf frequently entertained guests and potential art patrons, and he was known for hosting many extravagant parties with artists including Andy Warhol, whom he often met in the King Cole Bar.
The items included in our Dali tea service are inspired by his most famous paintings and Spanish heritage.
Stop by St. Regis New York, starting from Monday, to get a cup of splendid cup of Afternoon Tea.
Lady Astor's Tea
Enjoy a traditional Afternoon Tea service as Caroline Astor and her friends did many years ago in this very building.
Savory
Selection of Tea Sandwiches
Lump Crab Salad
Lemon vinaigrette, brioche roll
Scottish Smoked Salmon
Lemon butter, capers, pumpernickel
English Cucumber
Minted cream cheese, brioche
Egg Salad
Micro watercress, multi grain
Quiche
Gruyere cheese and chive
Freshly Baked Scones
Raisin Scones and Traditional Scones
Double Devonshire cream, seasonal fruit preserves, lemon curd
Sweet
Lemon Tartelette
Toasted meringue
Dark Chocolate Mousse
64% Manjari Valrhona chocolate
Apple Financier
Hazelnut, sweet caramel
Assorted French Macarons
65.00 per person
Dali Tea
Salvador Dali was a longtime guest of The St. Regis New York along with his wife, Gala, and his pet ocelot, Babou. The items included in this tea service are inspired by Dali's most famous paintings, as well as his Spanish heritage, and are served on a ceramic paint palette.
Savory
Selection of Tea Sandwiches
Lobster & Mango Salad
Fresh cilantro, petite pita
This sandwich is inspired by Dali's famous "Lobster Telephone" or Aphrodisiac Telephone, created in 1936. Lobster Telephone is one of the best-known icons of the 20th-century.
Manchego & Almond Butter
Quince jam, celery, brioche
This sandwich features Manchego cheese which is a tribute to Salvador Dali's Spanish heritage. The bread of the sandwich is inspired by Dali's "Basket of Bread" painting.
Basque Pate
Cornichon, micro greens, cherry tomato, pumpernickel square
Basque Pate is a traditional Spanish homemade dish, a nod to Dali's roots.
Duck Prosciutto & Fig Mostarda
Arugula, balsamic reduction, pumpernickel
Salvador Dali's Spanish heritage was the inspiration for this sandwich.
Smoked Salmon Mousse
Served in a tomato flavor cone, saffron cream, caviar
The tomato flavored cone is a tribute to Salvador Dali's sculpture "Ice Cream Van".
Sweet
Ganache/Raspberry Tartelette
This dessert is a nod to Dali's "Framboisier" or Raspberry painting.
Madagascar Vanilla Profiterole
This Profiterole is inspired by Dali's love of sweets.
Lemon Poppy Madeleine
The lemon flavor of this dessert is inspired by Dali's "Life with Two Lemons" painting.
Dulce de Leche Cupcake
The warm colors of this cupcake are inspired by the coat of Babou, Dali's pet ocelot and constant companion.
Chocolate Replica of Dali's "The Persistence of Memory" Painting and Milk-Chocolate Paint Brush
The Persistence of Memory was painted by Salvador Dali in 1931 and is one of his most recognizable works. It is commonly referred to as the Melting Clocks painting.
Freshly Baked Scones
Raisin Scones and Traditional Scones
Double Devonshire cream, seasonal fruit preserves, lemon curd
85.00 per person
Dali Historic Tea
A unique opportunity to own a piece of St. Regis history. Select from original keys, door knobs, plates and more.
Please reserve 48 hours in advance. Limited offerings available.
550.00 for two people, includes Dali Tea service
Complement Your Tea
Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame
Tea – Vintage 2006
Created in 1972 to celebrate the bicentennial of the house, La Grande Dame is a tribute to Madame Clicquot also known as "La Grande Dame de La Champagne," Each bottle is signed by winemaker Pierre Casenave and includes Veuve Clicquot champagne flutes
600.00 for two guests, includes your choice of Lady Astor's Tea or Dali Tea
Caviar Tea
Caviar has always been the delicacy of aristocrats and sophisticated gourmands. Centuries ago, the best caviar was set aside for the exclusive consumption of Russian czars and Manchurian emperors, and even the Vatican.
Served with two glasses of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label and 0setra Caviar Russe (1. 75oz.) with traditional garnishes
600.00 for two guests, includes your choice of Lady Astor's Tea or Dali Tea
Tipsy Tea Cocktails
The Iggy
Earl Grey, Tito's vodka, fresh grapefruit juice, club soda
Walk in The Park
Lavender 0olong tea, Beefeater gin, St. Germaine, limoncello
Bubbly Tea
The Du Hammam tea, spring water, peach liquor, Champagne
Last Call
Jasmine tea, Tito's vodka, Domaine de Canton
6.oo per cocktail
Tea Selection by Palais des Thes
Black Tea
Big Ben English Breakfast
Wonderful blend of black teas from China and India. Mild, invigorating, mellow and spicy
The Du Tigre
"Tiger Tea" is a delicious smoked tea from China with superb leaves. A favorite among connoisseurs
The des Lords Earl Grey
Sprinkled with safflower petals, this tea boasts an intense bergamot flavor
Darjeeling Margaret's Hope
A pure black tea from Darjeeling with a great character. Full-bodied and dark with yet an invigorating fruity flavor
Mango
This black tea has the exotic sweet, acidic and fruity notes of mango
Herbal Infused Tea
Tropical Garden
A caffeine-free blend of mango, pineapple, papaya and peach with zesty notes. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins
Queens Garden
A caffeine-free blend of apple, caramelized almonds and cinnamon that recalls the memories and flavors of childhood
Chamomile
This infusion combines the apple and spices gourmet notes
Oolong Tea
Lavender Oolong
Very soothing (semi-oxidized) tea from China is combined with fresh lavender, whose powerful fragrance spices up the tea's plant notes
Tropical Ooloong
Naturally sweet and fruity tea with mango, passion fruit and guava
Green Tea
Gunpowder
A pure Chinese green tea rolled into tiny balls. Lively and astringent, fresh and thirst quenching
Kukicha
Unique Japanese green tea only made of stems. Initial iodine and marine aromas which develop plant-based then minty notes
Sencha Ariake
The mildest of the great Sencha teas from Japan. Very invigorating and flowery
The Du Hammam
The green tea is blended with berries, green dates, rose and orange flower water
Icy Mint
This tea brings together the fresh, peppery aromas of mint leaves and the vegetal notes of a delicious long-leaf green tea
Grand Jasmine Chun Feng
One of the best jasmine green teas with a high proportion of tips
Rooibos Tea
Rooibos
Native to South Africa, Rooibos gives a pleasant beverage with no caffeine
Rooibos du Hammam
This recipe combines green dates, luscious berries and the mellow flavor of Rooibos
White Tea
Bai Mu Dan
A superb China white tea with silver buds. Its woody scent recalls ripe autumn crops like hazelnut and chestnut.
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