Afternoon Tea Awards 2019 - Highly Commended

A Midsummer Night's Dream Afternoon Tea

Where magic stirs and mischief brews…

Step into the enchanted realm of Shakespeare’s beloved woodland tale, brought deliciously to life at Kona, the award-winning dining destination at Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences. From 25th April this extraordinary, themed experience transforms the classic afternoon tea into a five-act sensory performance inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Amid fairy décor and bespoke crockery, each course evokes the magic and emotion of the play: from Thyme Roasted Chicken with Apricot Mayo to a Dark Chocolate Heart that captures love’s bittersweet twists. Taste the unexpected with Puck’s Mischief, a playful mocktail, and sip on the Elixir of Enchantment, a bespoke tea blend infused with green tea, mulberry, cranberry and lingonberry.

Outside, the hotel’s historic courtyard — home to the world’s longest Shakespearean frieze — sets the stage for your own midsummer dream.

Whether you’re a Shakespeare enthusiast, a lover of the whimsical, or simply seeking one of London’s most unique afternoon teas, this is your invitation to be spellbound.

Available Friday to Sunday from 25th April. Vegetarian and vegan options available.

A Midsummer Night's Dream Afternoon Tea is available from £75 per person.

Indian Jasmine Afternoon Tea

Jasmine Indian Afternoon Tea is also available, which evokes the rich traditions of the Indian dining culture with a bold and innovative twist on the traditional Afternoon Tea.

Enjoy a variety of sandwiches such as Minced mutton pinwheel in white bread and savoury Eastern dishes such as Aloo Bonda Mango Chutney Bun. Follow with the traditional Indian dessert Gulab Jamun and a selection of delicious cakes, scones and pastries, including Cheesecake Raspberry Sonpapri Floss and Saffron & Elaichi scones.

Wash it down with a selection of eastern and western teas and coffees or a delicious Masala Chai.

The Jasmine Afternoon Tea is available from £75 per person.

Just a stone's throw from Buckingham Palace, Kona is nestled in the 5-star Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences, a prestigious and luxury hotel.