While staying at The Merrion Hotel Dublin,
Ireland in March 2016 we enjoyed in-room Art Afternoon Tea, which is based on
the artworks which are exhibited throughout the hotel.
When ordering I was advised that
different sandwiches were served than on the menu. This wasn’t a problem.
I asked to receive only plain scones,
because my fiancé is allergic against raisins.
We ordered green tea, but if no specific
tea is requested, Breakfast Tea would be served. Additionally we had two orange
juices.
The tea arrived within the time frame,
but unfortunately there were a mix of scones. We were promised we would get an
additional plate with more plain ones, which was delivered promptly.
The setup was beautiful with three tiers
and an additional plate for some of the Merrion art inspired sweet treats.
On the lowest level were the savories,
in the middle the scones, clotted cream, butter, lemon curd and raspberry jam
and on top the cakes.
The tea came in a silver pot; there were
linens and a flower on the table, and the table was laid out with bespoke
cutlery and Wedgewood porcelain.
The delicious savory items included a
pea mousse, chicken, smoked salmon, cucumber and ham and cheese sandwiches and
an egg brioche.
The sweet items were lemon bread, Porter
and Battenberg cake, which were inspired by Sean Scully’s abstract paintings.
Another one was inspired by art hanging
in one of the Drawing Rooms.
It was sumptuous, memorable and the
presentation was beautiful.
The cost were 92 Euro (ca. 102.90 USD)
for two.
We enjoyed the meal very much and would
look forward to enjoy the Art Afternoon Tea at The Merrion Hotel again.
©2016
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