The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong announces its first collaboration with Amedei, a Tuscan chocolate brand known for working with the most valued cocoa plantations in existence, presenting a delectable Italian-themed afternoon tea at Café 103 from now until July 31.

Founded in 1990 by Cecilia Tessieri, the first female maître chocolatier, the Italian boutique workshop sacrifices the efficiency of mass production in pursuit of producing the best chocolate in the world from bean to bar. Cecilia oversees the whole production line, from cocoa beans to the finished products, paving the way for successive accolades from the London Academy of Chocolate Awards. Amedei is dedicated to sourcing the most prized cocoa beans from around the world, including Madagascar, Venezuela, Jamaica, Ecuador, Trinidad, Grenada and many more.  Amedei chocolate is highly acclaimed for retaining the aromatic characters of the place it is sourced from.

Fascinated by the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of Amedei chocolates, Executive Pastry Chef Richard Long of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong sees a shared purpose between Amedei and Café 103's famed chocolate afternoon tea. The Amedei afternoon tea features an enticing selection of sweet and savory treats inspired by Amedei's most refined chocolate collection as well as its divine confections. Rich and delicate with fruity flavors of cherry, raspberry and redcurrant, Chuao chocolate gives the decadent chocolate scones a remarkably deep and complex flavor. Slathered with the additive Crema Toscana hazelnut and chocolate spread, the heavenly chocolate scone is a sweet indulgence in every bite. Playing with hints of honey, flowers and the velvety flavor of fresh milk, Toscano Milk Brown Chocolate makes Chuao Lavazza an irresistible mid-day pleasure. The cake features three distinct layers of Chuao chocolate chip, Lavazza coffee cream, as well as chocolate mousse, with each layer being a sweet surprise. The lemon curd is a perfect complement to the rich and flavorful chocolate foie gras mousse. The symphony of flavors takes the Swiss Roll with Chocolate Duck Foie Gras Mousse to a whole new level. Airy and creamy, the texture of the gluten-free Cremagelato lies between smoothie and soft-serve ice-cream. This signature product of Italian gelato brand Fabbri promises to end the pampering afternoon experience on a chilled and sweet cotton candy-like note. 

Date:   June 1 to July 31, 2015

Time:      3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Price:      HK$368 for one / HK$598 for two

Venue:    Café 103, Level 103

All prices are subject to 10% service charge. For reservations, please contact Restaurant Reservations at (852) 2263 2270 or via email restaurantreservation.hk@ritzcarlton.com.

About The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

Occupying floors 102 to 118 of the International Commerce Centre in Kowloon, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong is the highest hotel in the world.  The hotel's 312 guestrooms all offer spectacular city and harbour views.  With six dining venues including the state-of-the-art Michelin-starred Italian restaurant, Tosca; two-star Michelin Chinese restaurant, Tin Lung Heen; The Lounge and Bar, which features an international all-day dining menu; and Café 103, which serves signature chocolate afternoon tea.  The rooftop bar, Ozone, is truly a stunning venue at 490 meters above sea level.  For those wishing to relax and indulge, The Ritz-Carlton Spa by ESPA located on the 116th floor features nine deluxe treatment rooms and two couple's suites, redefining the urban spa experience in the city and across Asia.  The hotel features a fully equipped fitness center and an indoor pool on the 118th floor with a 28m x 7m LED screen on the ceiling, as well as one of the largest ballrooms in the city at 870sqm.  Complemented by an additional four meeting rooms, the ballroom has become the major social venue for Hong Kong and has set the benchmark for events in the region.  For more information, please visit www.ritzcarlton.com/hongkong.

About Amedei

Passion for chocolate, absolute dedication to the work involved and a continuous striving for perfection. These are the qualities that come to life in every taste of precious Amedei chocolate.

Cecilia Tessieri, the first female maitre chocolatier. Overseeing the whole production line, from cocoa bean to the finished product, follows the process of conching for a staggering 72 hours. This exceptional quality has resulted in Amedei winning the awards for the best chocolate “from bean to bar” from the Chocolate Academy of London. Amedei is also the only company that produces chocolate using cocoa beans that have been specifically sought out and come from the most valued plantations in existence worldwide. The antique machinery in Amedei factory located in Pontedera was hunted down throughout Europe, some pieces from the 1800s, others from the period after the first world war.

Seven years after the initial decision was made to take on this adventure, the first chocolate bars with the brand name Amedei appeared on the market.

For more information, please visit www.amedei.it

About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 89 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe. For more information, or reservations, visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com or www.ritzcarlton.cn. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ).

Amedei Afternoon Tea

Savory

Chocolate Duck Foie Gras Mousse, Lemon Swiss Roll

Shrimp and Cucumber Sandwich, Salmon Roe

Semi-dried Tomato and Ricotta Cheese Sandwich

Mushroom and Vegetable Tart

Sweet

Chocolate Scones with Crema Toscana Hazelnut and Chocolate Spread

Strawberry Basil Shoot

Chuao Lavazza

Mascarpone Fabbri Amarena Cherrie Tarte

Amedei Amandola Praline

Special Station: Cremagelato

Including your choice of tea, coffee or Amedei chocolate drink