To mark the coming of spring when cherry blossoms are in bloom, InterContinental Hong Kong's Lobby Lounge presents “A Feast of Sakura” from March 1 – April 30 with our cherry blossom-themed Afternoon Tea Set and Spring Floral Drinks.

“A Feast of Sakura” Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea Set

The afternoon tea set features an artistic and “instagramable” array of savoury items and pastries inspired by cherry blossoms and “hanami”  (花見, "flower viewing").

“Hanami” is the Japanese traditional custom of enjoying the fleeting beauty of spring flowers. "Hana" most often refers to "sakura" (cherry blossoms) or occasionally “ume" (plum) trees.

Executive Pastry Chef Cyril Dupuis has created a selection of delicate floral inspired French pastries that include:

• Letao Orange/Passion Fruit/Sakura Cake
• Sakura and Rose Box
• Strawberry Fresh Fruit Cream Cake
• Chestnut/Sakura and Green Tea Cake
• Green Tea Panna cotta-Yuzu/Litchi

Homemade Plain and Raisin Scones, served with Devonshire clotted cream & Sakura Petal Jam.

The Tea Set also features savoury Items by Executive Chef Maxime Luvara and Executive Sous Chef Simon Kwok

• Miso Cauliflower with Caviar
• Shrimp Tartar with Yuzu and Sakura Crispy Shrimp
• Smoked Pastrami with Japanese Cheese
• Duck foie Gras with Sakura Jam

The Tea Set Includes a choice of fine Mariage Frères Tea or Coffee.

The InterContinental Hong Kong Afternoon Tea Set is HK$668 for 2 persons +10% service charge.

Spring Floral Drinks

The hotel's mixologist Sabrina Cantini Budden has created floral themed cocktails to enhance our Sakura Afternoon Tea Set for a refreshing and relaxing afternoon experience in our Lobby Lounge, renowned for its stunning panoramic harbourviews.

Upgrade the Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea Set with a Spring Floral Blossom Mocktail (HK$125 each) or Cocktail (HK$165 each).

Imperial Sakura
7-Up, Rose Syrup, Strawberries, Blackberries, Lime Juice and Mint

Vilma's Garden
Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, Strawberries, Lime Juice and Sauvignon Blanc

Jasmine for Edith
Jasmine infused Bourbon, Elderflower Syrup and Orange Juice

Secret in the Woods
Sakura Infused Gin, Cucumber, Rose Syrup, Lemon Juice and Cream

Sparkling Blossom
Blackberry Liqueur, Berries and Sparkling Wine

The Spring Floral Cocktails are available in the Lobby Lounge throughout the day and evening from March 1 – April 30.

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About InterContinental Hong Kong's Lobby Lounge

InterContinental Hong Kong's Lobby Lounge is celebrated globally for its spectacular panoramic views of Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong Island skyline and as “The Place to See and Be Seen”. Relax over afternoon tea, our all-day menu or our signature #852TAILS of Hong Kong” cocktails at sunset as the skyline transforms into a kaleidoscope of vibrant colours and during the nightly "Symphony of Lights" laser show at 8:00pm. Alternatively literally drink in the spectacular harbourviews each evening while listening to a dynamic line-up of talented entertainers, who perform each evening from 9:00pm.

InterContinental Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2721 1211    Fax: (852) 2739-4546     E-mail: hongkong@ihg.com
Visit our website at www.hongkong-ic.intercontinental.com

For further information and restaurant reservations, please call (852) 2313 2323 or e-mail: fb.hongkong@ihg.com

Please note that the Lobby Lounge does not accept reservations.

For further press information, please contact:

Carole L Klein, Executive Director of PR & Communications
InterContinental Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2313-2335 / Fax: (852) 2721-5964  / E-mail: carole.klein@ihg.com