If you’re looking for a ‘lighter’ way to celebrate Chinese New Year, why not have a Chinese New Year inspired afternoon tea in KL? After all, one can not be expected to just feast on Chinese New Year set menus. We all need some variety!
Here are our top picks for Chinese New Year 2024 afternoon tea:
The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur
The ritzy afternoon tea – spring festival edition
Enjoy afternoon tea with all its finery – served on beautiful china, with three tiers of gourmet treats; from freshly baked savouries, sandwiches with classic ingredients and their signature scones. This season, the afternoon tea arrives inspired with a touch of Spring Festival flair to celebrate this auspicious time of the year.
Available from 19 January – 24 February 2024.
Daily: 12pm – 6pm
RM180++ for two persons (dine-in)
RM198++ per box for 2 persons (excluding delivery charges)
You can make reservations by calling +6018 306 3188.
The Alchemy, The Starhill Dining
No better way to enjoy your afternoon than to delight in a New Yorker Afternoon Tea – Lunar Edition at The Alchemy. Savour morsels of decadence from exquisite finger sandwiches to savoury bites and desserts.
The New Yorker Afternoon Tea – Lunar Edition
Available from 27 January – 24 February 2024.
Daily: 3pm – 6pm
RM160++ per set for two persons
For reservations, WA them at +6018 591 8537.
Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur
Experience a classic English tea with authentic Lunar New Year twists, inspired by the timeless tale of “Mr. Ma and Son.” Savour a unique blend of traditional English pastries and vibrant Lunar New Year specialities, crafted exclusively to celebrate this joyous occasion at Brasserie 25.
Immerse yourself in a mosaic of flavours – from auspiciously adorned dumplings to intricately crafted pastries symbolising prosperity and joy.
Mr Ma’s Afternoon Tea Lunar Edition
Available from 19 January to 25 February 2024.
Saturdays and Sundays: 3pm to 6pm
RM68++ per person
Call them at +603-2038.0000 for reservations.
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Sample whimsical delights such as Enter the Dragon (vanilla mousse, raspberry compote, black sesame sponge), Lucky 8 (mandarin compote, citrus mousse, spiced ginger financier), and Imperial Crab Salad (salted egg yolk emulsion, roasted celery, crab roe, lemon balm) for a Lunar New Year Afternoon Tea at The Lounge.
Also on the menu are teatime classics with a twist: think Tangerine Orange Peel Scones with Pineapple and Goji Jam.
Available from 22 January to February 24, 2024, 3:00 to 5:30 pm.
RM232 per person (six sweets, five savouries, tea/coffee, pass-around mocktails and treats).
Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara
Festive Afternoon Tea at Le Bar Cocktail & Stories – Elegance and Decadence Le Bar Cocktail & Stories provides a sanctuary for relaxation with its Chinese New Year Festive Afternoon Tea.
Available from 3 January to 13 February 2024, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (daily).
RM68+ (Monday–Friday) and RM188+ (Weekends) for two persons, guests can also opt for a package with Champagne or Cocchi cocktails at RM279+.
For reservations, call or Whatsapp +6017-511 7725 or email HA123-FB@sofitel.com.
The St Regis Kuala Lumpur
Savour the richness of lunar festivities with the Afternoon Properi-Tea, set against the backdrop of a specially commissioned 2.5-tonne sculpture, “Horse” by Fernando Botero, in the Drawing Room. Drawing inspiration from symbolic elements, the afternoon tea delights feature the Bonsai Tree, Money Bag, Mandarin Orange Tree, Gold Ingot and Peony Jelly, each symbolising the flourishing of good fortune.
Available from 5 January – 24 February 2024.
From RM158+ per person.
For traditional Chinese New Year set menus, check out our list of Chinese New Year 2024 feasts.
