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Teddy Bear Takeover at Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

October 5, 2024 / High Tea, Sydney / 0 comment

This Spring, enjoy the very special Teddy Bear Takeover at Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park in collaboration with Build-A-Bear and Bear Cottage.

Three delicious tea options are on offer: a Teddy Bear High Tea Buffet, Teddy Bear High Tea on The Park and a Teddy Bears’ Picnic.

Teddy Bear High Tea Buffet

This beary-cute buffet features teddy bear-themed delights, and includes a special Sheraton Build-A-Bear gift for guests to take home. Additionally, guests will have the opportunity to participate in the beloved Build-A-Bear “Heart Ceremony,” adding a special and heartfelt touch to the day’s celebrations.

Enjoy sweet teddy bear themed treats including triple chocolate teddy bear cake, teddy bear tartlets and cupcakes and teddy bear Sheraton Honey Crème Brulee.

Cold and hot savoury options include sandwiches, salads, quiche and sausage rolls, and traditional scones with jam and cream to finish off the feast.

Save room to dip delectable delights into the iconic Sheraton chocolate fountain before you roll yourself home!

Huge compliments to the chef, the food at this high tea is outstanding. Fresh, flavourful, and a huge variety of savoury food as well as sweet. The egg sandwiches were a strong favourite, and the mini eclairs and ice cream station).

Highly, highly, highly recommend this high tea buffet!

Bottomless sparkling wine is available as an add on to accompany tea and coffee.

Gluten free and vegan options are also available.

Every Saturday at 11am and 1.30pm (two sittings)
$99 per adult
$55 per child (aged 4-12)
Price includes one Build-A-Bear bear between two

Teddy Bear High Tea on The Park

Enjoy The Gallery’s quintessential high tea experience with a beary-special twist. A three-tiered high tea is on offer, including traditional favourites like egg mayonnaise finger sandwich on white bread, wild mushroom & spinach quiche and scones, paired with special teddy bear-themed sweet treats including teddy bear honey almond cake and teddy bear cake pops. Take home your very own exclusive Sheraton Build-A-Bear as a momento of your day.

Included in the tea is their choice of coffee and a selection of The Tea Centre premium loose-leaf teas. Guests can also upgrade to a glass of Prosecco or Champagne.

Available weekdays and Sundays from 11:00am – 3:00pm.
$89 per adult
$55 per child (aged 4-12)
Price includes one Build-A-Bear bear between two.
Bookings must be made with 24hr notice.

Teddy Bears’ Picnic

Collect your exclusive Sheraton Build-A-Bear and picnic hamper with bear inspired treats to take on a journey across the road to Hyde Park and enjoy your very own Teddy Bear’s picnic with your new furry friend.

Each hamper includes fresh salads, crusty baguettes and sandwiches, charcuterie and artisan cheese. Sweet treats include traditional scones, red velvet cake and teddy bear themed honey almond cake, teddy bear cake pops and teddy bear cookies.

$99 per adult
$55 per child (aged 4-12)
Bookings must be made with 24hr notice.
Price includes one bear between two. Hampers, blankets and picnic equipment are to be returned post picnic. A fee of $120 will be charged if not returned.

Teddy Bear High Tea Buffet and Build-A-Bear Workshop

Build-A-Bear are known for their bear workshops where guests can pick a furry friend and bring it to life with a Heart Ceremony. Build-A-Bear will be recreating this special ceremony at Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park on the first Saturday of the month up until December.

Build-A-Bear will be onsite for two sessions; 11:30am and 2pm. Each guest will receive a Sheraton Build-A-Bear to keep.

Following the completion of the workshop, guests can indulge in the Teddy Bear High Tea Buffet.

$99 per adult
$55 per child (aged 4-12)
Price includes one bear per child.

Two sessions 11:30am (book 11am high tea) or 2pm (book 1:30pm high tea).
● Saturday 31 August
● Saturday 7 September
● Saturday 5 October
● Saturday 2 November
● Saturday 7 December

As part of this partnership, Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park is working with Bear Cottage, the only children’s hospice in NSW. Guests will have the opportunity to donate to Bear Cottage to support children with life-limiting conditions and respite care and their extended families and support network.

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park,
161 Elizabeth St, Sydney NSW 2000
https://www.galleryonthepark.com.au/high-tea

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The Best Easter High Tea in Sydney

March 23, 2023 / Sydney, Sydney Food / 0 comment

Where to find the Best Easter High Tea in Sydney

Dive into delicate savouries and sweets at a beautifully-themed Easter high tea in Sydney.

Shangri-La Sydney Alice in Wonderland High Tea Buffet

All the little (and big!) Kings and Queens of Hearts will weave through a labyrinth of delicious desserts such as white rabbit clock macarons, playing card cookies and Alice’s favourite scones.

Of course, the Mad Hatter has ensured there will be plenty of ‘Drink Me’ potion, with an array of tea, juices, hot chocolate and coffee. Plus, scrumptious gourmet bites such as Humpty Dumpty sandwiches to appease even the Cheshire Cat’s appetite.

You don’t want to be late for this very important date! Alice in Wonderland High Tea Buffet will take place in the Grand Ballroom, Shangri-La Sydney from 14 April – 16 April and 21 April – 23 April inclusive from 10 AM – 12 PM and 1 PM – 3 PM.

Tickets must be purchased in advance via the link HERE at AUD 59 per child and AUD 79 per adult (age 12 and above). For additional information, call 9250 6000 or e-mail dine.slsn@shangri-la.com.

Langham, Sydney Easter Afternoon Tea

Dessert Queen Anna Polyviou works her magic with an extra special Easter afternoon tea 🐰🐣 from 1st – 10th April only.

Feast on delicate treats including;
🎂Hide N Seek (Vanilla Mascarpone Crème, Raspberry Rice Bubbles, Berried Compot
🐰Triple Choc Brownie (Triple Choc Brownie, Pop-Corn Crunch, Chocolate Chantilly Crème)
🥕Carrot Garden (Roasted Milk Chocolate, Apricot Gel, Carrot & Apple Cake)
Plus hot cross bun scones and more…

Book in advance and get more details HERE.

Crown Plaza Hawksbury Lindt Easter High Tea

Our Lindt Hight Tea is back! Featuring our very own Berry Lindt Chocolate Mousse

and White Lindt Chocolate Red Velvet Sphere

, we’ve partnered with Lindt Chocolatiers to bring you an unforgettable high tea experience this Easter!

What’s Included:

Complimentary glass of sparkling on arrival

Specially made Lindt chocolate dessert plate

Assortment of soft handmade finger sandwiches

Fresh scones with jam and cream

Selection of hot canapes

Delicious range of boutique tea’s and coffee

Plus all your Lindt chocolate favourites

Available: Wednesday to Sunday during Easter School Holidays, starting Saturday 8th April

Time: 12pm – 2pm

Price: $65 adults $35 under 12’s

Book online

https://www.cphawkesburyvalley.com.au/hot…/lindt-high-tea/

Floris Tea

𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗬 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔𝗡 𝗘𝗫𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗔𝗧 𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗔!

JOIN US for a delightful Easter Eggs Hunt High Tea (extended throughout the school holidays), where kids can let their inner bunnies hop around in our newly added play area

𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗴𝗴𝘀 𝗛𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗧𝗲𝗮

Dates: Saturday, 1 April 2023 – Sunday, 23 April 23

Time: 10am – 4pm

Location: FlorisTea, St Clair

Length: 90 mins (each booking)

It’s going to be an egg-stra special celebration filled with fun, laughter, and sweet memories!

𝗔𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗦 𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗨:

Homemade Scone with Jam & Cream

Mini French Croissant

Smoked Salmon Sandwich

Chicken Sandwich

Egg Tart

A select of our fresh cakes and sweets

𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀:Choice of Tea, Coffee, or Hot Chocolate

𝗞𝗜𝗗𝗦 𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗨:

Homemade Scone with Jam & Cream

Chicken Nugget Burger

A selection of our fresh cakes and sweets

Chicken Popcorn

Choice of Hot Chocolate, or Juice

𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀: Hot Chocolate, or Juice

𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀:

Kid Easter Cookie Decor

Kid Creative Corner Colouring

Easter Eggs Hunt

𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲:

Kids $29.99

Adult $39.99

Additional: $5 for Bonnet Hat Decor, and $20 for Easter ShowBag

𝗟𝗨𝗖𝗞𝗬 𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗪: One Winner of the Large Cubby House (decor your own)

Book your magical experience Today, for a cracking good time!

𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚, 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝟵𝟲𝟳𝟬 𝟯𝟭𝟭𝟬.

Two Deers Cafe

EASTER HIGHTEA FOR 2 ($90)

Tea or Coffee for 2

Petit Four

Macarons

Chocolate Bunny & Egg

Mango Vanilla Egg

Seafood Basket

Seasonal Fruit

Club Sandwiches

EASTER HIGHTEA FOR 4 ($180)

Tea or Coffee for 4

Petit Four x2

Macarons x2

Chocolate Bunny & Eggs

Mango Vanilla Egg x2

Seafood Basket

Seasonal Fruit

Smoked Salmon Bites

Grilled Garlic Balmain Bugs

Prawn Avocado Salad

Club Sandwiches

Bookings are compulsory for group more than 4 people, please book online https://www.twodeerscafe.com

Kiosk 32-37 Level 2 Westfield Shopping (Infront of David Jones)

Sunday – Friday | 8:30am – 5pm

Saturday | 8:30am – 5:30pm

QTea Sydney

Sink into sugar-coated abandon at Easter QTea. Enter our sweet sanctuary where the master of ganache, patissier Adriano Zumbo has entered his Easter era with edible sensations exclusive to QTea.

Let the Luv Sum Bunny cake hop onto your plate with its caramelised white chocolate, pecan, raspberry and orange decadence. Making her golden entrance is the Miss Chicky cake, bursting with bright flavours of lemon yuzu, white chocolate and mango, before devouring the main event, the Great Egg Hunt tart, filled with hazelnut praline, salted caramel and chocolate.

Get the full menu here.

Booking period: Now – 8 Apr 2023
Easter QTea
$99pp
$110pp with glass of Mumm Sparkling
$50per child (aged 6 – 12)
$8 Parisian style hot-chocolate served with cream
Book online.

High Tea Camden: Brookfield House

October 10, 2022 / High Tea, Sydney, Sydney Food / 0 comment

High Tea Camden: Brookfield House

Enjoy high tea in historic Brookfield House Camden, constructed for the mounted infantry in 1896 and lovingly restored to its former glory by a local family. Brookfield House was recently reopened as a tea house and store.

The house has been beautifully and thoughtfully renovated with stunning floral designs on the walls and chairs. The venue is also wheelchair and stroller accessible, with a ramp around the side and chair lift to the back entrance.

The high tea at Brookfield House is a delightful, whimsical experience. Delicious food, fragrant, locally brewed teas, and friendly staff who are eager to make diners feel welcome.

The portion sizes are excellent for kids and adults, and the food delectable. Dietary requirements catered for (we had one child and one adult vegetarian).

Do not leave without perusing the gift store. The tea ware and locally produced tea are impossible to walk past.

Brookfield House
30 Hill St, Camden NSW 2570
Hours: 9am-4pm Wed-Sat, 10am-2pm Sun
brookfieldhouse.com.au

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MINIONS: The Rise of the Gru Children’s Tea at the Langham Sydney

September 27, 2022 / High Tea, Sydney, Sydney Food / 0 comment

MINIONS: The Rise of the Gru Children’s Tea

It’s time to don your denim overalls, grab your goggles and head back into the ’70s as we celebrate the movie release of Minions: The Rise of Gru.

From sweet delights such as Minion’s favourite banana and salted caramel mousse and Valrhona chocolate cupcakes, to savoury surprises including Kevin’s Mac & Cheese and Otto’s pepperoni and cheese pizza.

This September school holidays treat your little ones to a fun-filled, movie-inspired children’s tea at Kitchens on Kent.

Savoury
Minion’s fairy bread
Ham and cheese finger sandwich
Kevin’s mac and cheese arancini
Otto’s pepperoni and cheese pizza

Sweet
Minion’s favourite banana and salted caramel mousse
Stuart’s Heilala vanilla cookie
Valrhona chocolate cupcake
Bob’s passionfruit macaron

Beverages
Banana and chocolate swirl smoothie
Lightening Blue soda

Dietary Requirements
Please note all dietary requirements must be advised at time of booking as we cannot accommodate these requests or change menu on the day. Any changes to menu items to accommodate dietary requirements does not guarantee it will be as per the children’s tea themed menu. We will endeavour to accommodate all dietary requirements however there is no guarantee (please enquire when making a booking).

We are vegetarian and were very happily accommodated with a plain cheese pizza and egg sandwich.

In the background the minions movie is playing which is great for entertaining the kids if they get wriggly during the high tea.

The Langham, Sydney
Monday 19th September to Friday 23rd September
Monday 26th September to Friday 30th September
Tuesday 4th October to Friday 7th October
11:00am – 1:00pm | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Cost: $78.00 per child, including Minions plush toy, and colouring activity
From $98 per adult for traditional high tea including a glass of sparkling wine on arrival

Book your tickets now at Kitchens on Kent.

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High Tea at May Gibbs’ Nutcote, Sydney

August 17, 2022 / High Tea, Sydney, Sydney Food / 0 comment

High Tea at May Gibbs’ Nutcote, Sydney

Enjoy a beautiful high tea at Nutcote, the heritage-listed former home and studio of author and artist May Gibbs.

May Gibbs’ former dwelling and study have been converted into an education centre and house museum, located in Neutral Bay. We have previously visited and highly enjoyed the tour.

Nutcote now offers a delightful high tea on select weekends. The menu includes a selection of freshly made finger sandwiches, home-made scones with jam and cream, sweet treats and your choice of tea or coffee. High tea is served on the undercover terrace.

There are limited spaces available each seating and bookings are essential. Cost for the high tea is $55 per person.

Entry to the museum with guided tour is included in the ticket price. I highly recommend taking the tour as the museum is only accessible during the guided tours.

Nutcote
5 Wallaringa Ave, Neutral Bay NSW
maygibbs.com.au/high-tea

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Beauty and the Beast 30th Anniversary at The Grounds of Alexandria

November 6, 2021 / Alexandria, Inner West, Sydney, Sydney Food / 0 comment

Beauty and the Beast at The Grounds of Alexandria

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at The Grounds of Alexandria.

Book a table in The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe or The Potting Shed to explore their latest creation before the last petal falls on Sunday, 30 January 2022.

The installation is stunning, with the laneway filled with roses and tiny details of the much-loved film.

As always I suggest visiting out of peak times when the crowds are less and having a lot of patience if you’re after good photos.

Belle of the Ball
Available in the cafe and The Potting Shed

This spectacular coconut sponge mini cake, layered with passion fruit curd, pineapple and mango compote is covered in delicious vanilla buttercream.

The Enchanted Rose
Available in the cafe and The Potting Shed

A combination of passion fruit, coconut water and lemon.

The Grounds of Alexandria
7a/2 Huntley St, Alexandria NSW
thegrounds.com.au

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The Grounds of Alexandria

May 26, 2021 / Alexandria, Dog-Friendly Sydney, Pets, Sydney, Sydney Food / 0 comment

The Grounds of Alexandria

The iconic Grounds of Alexandria is an iconic cafe, restaurant, bar, garden, bakery & patisserie, coffee roastery, animal farm, florist and more.

The Grounds opened in April 2012 on the site of a former pie factory in the industrial area of Alexandria. The concept for the Grounds, by the entrepreneurial duo Ramzey Choker and Jack Hanna, was to create a thriving urban sanctuary to bring people together.

Since its opening The Grounds of Alexandria has grown and changed to include two dine-in venues: The Cafe, The Potting Shed, an outdoor takeaway dining area, multiple event spaces, a florist, kids play area and animal petting area.

The Grounds is extremely popular and is most busy Friday through to Sunday. There is parking on site, however it can be hard to find a spot on these popular days.

I highly recommend booking a table in advance to guarantee a spot, or grabbing takeaway and eating it outdoors.

The Grounds of Alexandria hosts fantastic seasonal events such as Easter brunch and Mother’s Day high teas and themed installations – the current one at writing being The Secret Garden, which you can learn more about here.

The Grounds is stroller and wheelchair-friendly, kid-friendly and even dog-friendly. Dogs can dine in The Cafe but must have an outdoor table and must not sit on the chairs.

Highchairs: Yes.
Stroller storage: Yes.
Easy access: Yes.
Change tables: No.
Kids’ menu: Yes.

The Grounds of Alexandria
Building 7A/2 Huntley St,
Alexandria NSW 2015
Phone: 02 9699 2225
Get Directions

Read about our previous trips to The Grounds.

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The Secret Garden Installation at The Grounds of Alexandria

May 26, 2021 / Alexandria, Inner West, Sydney, Sydney Food / 0 comment

The Secret Garden Installation at The Grounds of Alexandria

Wander through a sea of vibrant, colourful flowers at the Secret Garden installation at The Grounds of Alexandria.

Visit The Grounds of Alexandria any time until August 15 to enjoy this stunning installation, comprised of thousands of stunning flowers inspired by the classic Frances Hodgson Burnett book, The Secret Garden.

Enter through the wrought iron gates and explore an elegant world where fantasy comes to life.

The team at the Grounds have created this experience for their restaurant guests to enjoy, so if you stop by for some photos, stay for a meal at The Cafe or The Potting Shed. Booking a table is highly recommended!

Try the special Secret Garden menu items:

The Secret Garden Cake

Secret Garden at the Grounds of Alexandria — Courtesy of The Grounds of Alexandria

A mini almond sponge cake, layered with apple custard and caramelised apple, topped with honey buttercream and garnished with pressed, dried flowers.

The Bees Knees

A refreshingly delicious mocktail. Cocktail version available on request.

The Secret Garden is open daily until August 15.

Read more about dining at The Grounds of Alexandria.

NOTE FROM THE GROUNDS TEAM:

The Secret Garden experience has been created for our restaurant guests to enjoy. Please be aware that guests who don’t intend to dine in The Cafe, The Potting Shed or order takeaway from The Grounds may not be permitted entry during our busiest times. Additionally, there will be no access to The Grounds for professional photoshoots (outside of events), without prior written approval.

After 5pm, access to our beautiful laneways will be reserved for patrons dining in The Potting Shed or event guests. Alternatively before 10pm, you can purchase an after-hours pass from our friendly staff at the Bourke Road gate for $5 per person (kids under 10 years are free).

Please note that The Grounds of Alexandria will be closed after 10pm.

The Grounds of Alexandria
7a/2 Huntley St, Alexandria
thegrounds.com.au/secret-garden

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acre Artarmon: Bar, Cafe & Bakery

April 29, 2021 / Artarmon, North Shore, Sydney, Sydney Food / 0 comment

acre Artarmon

Enjoy farm-inspired food grown on-site at acre Artarmon. This open-air urban oasis features indoor and outdoor seating, picnic style areas, kids’ play area and chicken coop.

We are frequent visitors to acre at Camperdown Commons, so were extremely keen to check out the new acre in the family, located at the HomeHQ Artarmon.

acre Artarmon is a cafe, restaurant, bar and bakery set within sprawling indoor and outdoor gardens that produce the food that goes straight into kitchen to produce the meals.

Featuring local and exotic fruit trees, a kitchen garden, vertical plantings & hydroponic growing systems and planted pergolas, acre Artarmon is a fascinating place to dine and discover, where you can browse the gardens where your food was grown. You know your meal is going to be made with super fresh produce when you can see it growing on the vines!

There are several dining options at acre Artarmon. There is a cafe bakery with freshly baked items that can be quickly consumed or taken to go, such as pies, sandwiches, quiche and delicious croissants.

The restaurant extends inside and out onto the terrace, with a breakfast menu offered until 11:30am and a dedicated lunch menu. The breakfast menu features traditional brekkie staples like eggs as well as dishes that hero the fresh plants such as tomatoes and avocado.

The lunch menu offers delicious homemade pizzas and an eclectic menu with burgers, salads and pasta. There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan dishes on both menus and the kids’ menu has the usual favourites, served up in a generous portion. Adults might want to try a garden-inspired cocktail.

We ordered the Kids Margarita Pizza ($10) and Smoked Beetroot, Roasted Pumpkin Salad with Ricotta ($22). Kids also get a cute colouring in sheet if they like.

Outside, there are picnic style seating areas, a kids’ playground and chicken coop.

If you’re driving there, park in the HomeHQ where the first three hours are free. acre Artarmon is also located 1km from Artarmon or St Leonards station on the North Shore line.

Acre Artarmon
1 Frederick Street, Artarmon
Hours:
Cafe Bakery: Mon – Sat 7am – 5pm | Sun 7am – 3pm
Restaurant: Thursday 4.30pm – 10.30pm | Fri 12pm – 11pm | Sat 12pm – 11pm | Sun 12pm – 4pm
acre-artarmon.com.au

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Four Seasons High Tea Sydney

February 18, 2021 / High Tea, Sydney, Sydney Food / 0 comment

Four Seasons High Tea Sydney

Indulge in a delicious high tea at the Four Seasons Sydney. Enjoy the perfect afternoon tea, offered at Mode Kitchen & Bar on the ground floor of the hotel.

This special high tea is offered on weekends only, from 2-5pm.

Choose from the traditional high tea for $69pp, or Champagne high tea for
$89pp.

The Four Seasons high tea includes a three tiered platter with the perfect bite-sized savoury and sweet delicacies, plus your choice of tea or coffee. Scones are served separately on cute little glass stands with covers.

The elegant Four Seasons is the perfect place to enjoy a high tea. Our experience at the Four Seasons was pretty close to perfection. Every bite of food was incredible, with the perfect size to enjoy each item without feeling overly full at the end. The staff were friendly and professional at the same time, and the atmosphere and decor tastefully refined.

A new addition to the Four Seasons, the high tea is being trialled and refined. There is currently no kids’ high tea, however kids can order the full high tea for 50% of the cost, or share their parents’.

Savoury

Eggs & smoked salmon sandwich

Leeks, gruyere & salt bush tart

Kingfish tartare, cucumber & burnt onion

Lemon & asparagus vol au vent (3g Siberian Caviar extra $10)

I ordered a vegetation high tea and received an egg sandwich and substitute tartare.

Sweets

Coconut and cherry choux

Mini red apple

Valrhona dark chocolate delice

Strawberry love

Scones, clotted cream & berry jam

Jing tea & Coffee

Jing Assam Breakfast

Jing Earl Grey

Jing Chai V2

Jing Whole Chamomile Flowers

Jing Peppermint Leaf

Jing Blackcurrant & Hibiscus

Jing Lemongrass & Ginger

Jing Flowering Osmanthus

Jing Flowering Jasmine

Bookings required.

Mode Kitchen & Bar
Ground Floor, Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
199 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Phone: (02) 9250 3160
modekitchenandbar.com.au/high-tea