'Treat-or-Treat' at Corinthia London's Hallowe'en Afternoon Tea

22 October 2015

With Hallowe'en approaching, Corinthia Hotel London has added a dark twist to its quintessentially British afternoon tea. Set underneath the ethereal dome of the 'Full Moon' chandelier, there is nothing spooky about the taste of the autumnal Hallowe'en inspired treats.

Warming and spicy flavours inspired by the season will leave you enchanted and transported from the chilly temperatures of London. Fancies in the menu include:

Spiced Pear Pecan Pie

Salted Caramel Crémeux, Cinnamon Sugar (V)(N)(G)

Mini Pumpkin

Pain D'éspices, Apple Compôte (G)

Jasmine Biskella Mousse

Chocolate Sacher, Crunchy Feuilletine (N)(G)

Chocolate Passion Ginger

Olive Oil Biscuit, Fluid Gel, Crystalised Grue (G)

Woodland Forest

Chocolate Sacher, Blackcurrant and Violet, Lemon Thyme Mousseline (N)(G)

Plum Amaretto & Almond Pavé

Almond Mousse, Poached Plums, Amaretti (N)(G)

Oreo Peppermint Bar

Chocolate Sablé, Guanaja Ganache (V)(G)

Apple Blackberry Custard Macaron

Custard Crémeux, Blackberry Compôte, Spiced Crumble (V)(N)(G)

All of the tempting Hallowe'en fancies are accompanied by an array of bespoke tea blends created especially for Corinthia London's tea menu.  Guests also have the option to indulge in a glass of Laurent-Perrier with a Champagne Afternoon Tea.

“I never really grew out of Hallowe'en, so I wanted to create a seasonal afternoon tea that was a bit quirky but delicious nonetheless” says Sarah Barber, Head Pastry Chef. 

Sarah Barber joined the Corinthia London team in June 2015 with over 18 years' experience working for some of London's top hotels and establishments including ME Hotel London, Yauatcha, and Dinner by Heston Blummental in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel.

The limited edition Hallowe'en Afternoon Tea will be served in The Lobby Lounge from 26th October until 1st November and is priced from £50.

For further information please visit http://www.corinthia.com/hotels/london/dining-and-bars/afternoon-tea/

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For further information please contact:

Henrietta Low, henrietta.low@corinthia.com or tel: 020 7321 3022

Arabella Jenkins, Arabella.jenkins@corinthia.com or tel: 020 7321 3049

About Corinthia Hotel London: Housed within a Victorian building, 294 rooms including 40 suites and 7 penthouses offer sweeping views across London's most popular landmarks. Corinthia Hotel London provides unrivalled world-class luxury with superb ground floor offerings including The Northall restaurant, serving the best in British produce throughout the day; modern Italian cuisine at Massimo Restaurant & Bar and the musically inspired Bassoon Bar. The new Garden Lounge offers all-day dining options in an exotic David Collins Studio designed garden landscape, and a comprehensive cigar and spirits menu for late night entertaining.  Corinthia London is also home to the flagship ESPA Life at Corinthia, a next-generation spa housed across four floors, together with a hair salon by Daniel Galvin. The hotel boasts the largest room sizes in London, original restored Victorian columns and tall windows that let in swathes of natural light. Cutting edge technology in rooms and meeting rooms allow for recording, mixing and broadcasting from dedicated media rooms. Corinthia London is a 21st century grand hotel located in the heart of London, created by experts with a passion for craftsmanship and an understanding of world-class service. Corinthia London is the ninth of Corinthia Hotels' collection of five-star hotels founded by the Pisani family of Malta.  For more information visit our website corinthia.com/london or follow us on Twitter @corinthialondon and Instagram @corinthialondon.