From 10 October to 30 November 2025, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore presents Aki 秋, an exclusive afternoon tea collaboration at The Courtyard with award-winning Chef Makoto Arami, La Liste’s Pastry Talent of the Year 2025.
Afternoon Tea 4.8/5
Chef Makoto, who helms AMI Patisserie at Scotts Road, is celebrated for his masterful creations that harmoniously blend refined flavours, delicate textures, and exceptional craftsmanship. This afternoon tea experience also captures the tranquil beauty of the Japanese autumn, a season evocative of a graceful dance of change sweeping across the landscape.
Yuzu Blossom Mocktail
To begin, guests are welcomed with an Yuzu Blossom Mocktail, which blends TWG Sakura! Sakura! Tea, yuzu juice, honey and butterfly pea flower tea, made using butterfly pea flowers freshly harvested from The Fullerton Farm. The drink’s hues of purple and yellow make it so pretty! Guests can also select a serving of TWG tea or Bacha coffee to go with your food.
Savouries plate
Afternoon tea is served on a classic three-tiered stand, and the menu comprises five savouries and five sweets, as well as a plated dessert. As expected of an award-winning pastry chef, the afternoon tea set is pastry-forward, showcasing creative techniques and imaginative flavour combinations.
Sansho Miso Yaki Nasu Madeleine
We began with a delightful bite-sized treat, the Sansho Miso Yaki Nasu Madeleine, where smoky grilled eggplant meets a touch of parmesan.
Burrata Cheese and Parma Ham Sando
The Burrata Cheese and Parma Ham Sando is a spin off of the memorable Burrata Cheese & Parma Ham Croissant that Chef Makoto also serves at AMI patisserie. It’s light yet indulgent, and creamy burrata and savoury ham are always a great combination.
Smoked Salmon Tarte
Tomato Tartelette
With the Smoked Salmon Tarte, what I appreciated most was the uniquely crafted tarte pastry, beautifully layered and flaky, adding a light, buttery contrast to the rich smoked salmon and capers topping. Meanwhile, the Tomato Tartelette showcases ripe tomatoes atop a crisp, savoury and golden base.
AMI Signature Caviar Choux (Nomad Caviar)
Last but certainly not least, the AMI Signature Caviar Choux is filled with creamy egg mayo and crowned with Nomad Caviar. Definitely one of my favourite bites of the afternoon!
Sweets Plate
Moving on to the sweets, some of these creations feel familiar, as some of Chef Makoto’s signatures are featured on this menu. I was very happy to taste them again, and they were as delicious as I remembered!
Black Forest Choux
My favourite amongst the sweets was the Black Forest Choux, filled with 70% chocolate ganache, kirsch cream, and a tart sour cherry compote. I love the choux’s airy, light yet satisfyingly crisp exterior, as well as the rich chocolate component.
Strawberry Pistachio Tarte
Mont Blanc
The Strawberry Pistachio Tarte is as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the tastebuds, topped with vibrant, sweet strawberries. Meanwhile, the Mont Blanc is an autumn essential, rich, creamy, and perfectly seasonal. For both of these tartes, there is an unexpected touch, a little cake base beneath, adding an extra layer of texture.
Caramel Banana Mousse
The Caramel Banana Mousse has a sweet and silky texture, with smooth mousse layered over a crisp base. Light yet indulgent, it offers a gentle sweetness that’s perfectly balanced, with subtle caramel notes enhancing the natural richness of the banana.
Kinako and Matcha Tropézienne with Yuzu Jam
To my surprise, this afternoon tea set did not include scones. Instead, it features a Kinako and Matcha Tropézienne with Yuzu Jam. The kinako and matcha cream were delicious, and the yuzu jam added a bright, citrusy note to the bread. However, I found the bread too thick to finish entirely.
Mango Coconut Rice Pudding with Mango and Passion Fruit Sauce
Served in an elegant glass, the Mango Coconut Rice Pudding with Mango and Passion Fruit Sauce is reminiscent of the brightness of summer more than autumn, but it stands out as one of the most refined and elegant interpretations of mango sticky rice I’ve ever tasted.
Overall, fans of Chef Makoto will not be disappointed. The pastry craftsmanship is consistently superb, promising a most wonderful tea time experience, enjoyed within the luxurious surroundings of The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, one of the city’s most iconic heritage landmarks.
To continue enjoying Chef Makoto’s treats at home, two of his best-selling pastry creations, the Caramel Passion Banana Mousse Cake and the Apple Tatin Tarte will also be available for takeaway from The Fullerton Cake Boutique, adjacent to The Courtyard.
The Courtyard, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore
10 October to 30 November 2025
S$68++ per adult, S$34++ per child (six to 11 years old)
inclusive of a Yuzu Blossom mocktail and a serving of TWG Tea or Bacha Coffee beverage
The Courtyard
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore
1 Fullerton Square
Singapore 049178
Tel: +65 68778911
Website
Nearest MRT: Raffles Place (EW Line, NS Line)
Opening Hours:
Afternoon Tea Mon-Thu: 230pm - 530pm
Fri-Sun, PH: 12pm - 230pm, 330pm - 6pm
Direction:
1) Alight at Raffles Place MRT Station. Take Exit H. Turn right and walk towards the river. At the river, turn right again and walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]
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