Pacific Emporium @ Pan Pacific Singapore - New English Afternoon Tea Experience

From now till 18 November 2026, Pacific Emporium at Pan Pacific Singapore welcomes guests to enjoy a cosy afternoon with its new English Afternoon Tea, inspired by timeless English classics.

English Afternoon Tea 3/5

Served daily, with two seatings available: 1pm to 3pm and 4pm to 6pm. On weekdays at $58++ per person, look forward to an elegant three-tiered afternoon tea set, complete with a choice of one main course.

On weekends, the experience transforms into a buffet spread for $68++ per person, with unlimited servings. Top up $20 per person to include a glass of Taittinger Brut Réserve Champagne.

Royale Lavender Earl Grey

We visited on a weekend, where the experience began with a refreshing Royale Lavender Earl Grey welcome drink. Delicately flavoured with Earl Grey tea, lavender and lemon, it had a lovely pink hue.

Corn Parfait

Mini Salmon Bagel

Virginia Ham Quiche

Bacon-wrapped Shrimp

Chicken Tea Sandwiches

The savoury selection featured Corn Parfait, Mini Salmon Bagel, Duck Rillettes Mille-feuille, Virginia Ham Quiche, Bacon-wrapped Shrimp topped with Blackcurrant Glaze, and Chicken Tea Sandwiches.

Duck Rillettes Mille-feuille

We preferred the Duck Rillettes Mille-feuille most, which had a crisp exterior topped with Siberian caviar. The plum confit added a pleasant tang.

Braised Beef Short Ribs

Fish and Chips

Among the Chef’s Speciality Showcase, the Mango Pani Puri is exclusive to weekends. The other four dishes, Classic Chicken Pie, Fish and Chips, Braised Beef Short Ribs, and Kedgeree, are offered as the main course choice on weekdays.

Mango Pani Puri

The Mango Pani Puri is a DIY station. Diners can fill the Pani Puri shells with vanilla sauce, mango compote, mango boba and rice krispies. While it was fun to DIY, we found the mango compote too sweet.

Kedgeree

Kedgeree is a classic English curried rice dish served with quail egg and smoked haddock.

Classic Chicken Pie

Our unanimous favourite, however, was the comforting Classic Chicken Pie, generously filled with mushroom chunks and chicken in a creamy Alfredo sauce.

Japanese Custard Pudding

Pink Grapefruit Mint Gateau

Corn Roulade

Overall, we found the sweet treats more memorable than the savouries. Highlights included the Raspberry Hazelnut Royaltine, Corn Roulade, Pink Grapefruit Mint Gateau, Japanese Custard Pudding and Pistachio Kunafe-style Tart.

Pistachio Kunafa-style Tart

While the Pistachio Kunafa-style Tart leaned on the sweeter side, we enjoyed the contrasting crunch from both the kunafa and the tart shell.

Raspberry Hazelnut Royaltine

The Raspberry Hazelnut Royaltine was rich and chocolatey, though we wished it had a little crunch for added texture.

Classic and Yuzu Scones

We appreciated that both the Classic and Yuzu Scones were served warm, accompanied by honey, raspberry jam and traditional English clotted cream.

For beverages, each diner may choose two selections from the TWG Tea collection or Robert Timms coffee menu.

To make a reservation, call +65 6826 8240, email dining.ppsin@panpacific.com, or visit https://bit.ly/ppsinpacificemporium.

Photos and words by Jo. A girl who loves her Mala (麻辣) at Da La (大辣) and a good cup of matcha latte. Note: This is an invited tasting.


Pacific Emporium
Pan Pacific Singapore
7 Raffles Boulevard
Level 1
Singapore 039595
Tel: +65 68268240
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Nearest MRT: Promenade (CC Line, DT Line)

Opening Hours:
1st Seating: 1-3pm
2nd Seating: 4-6pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Promenade MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to the destination. Journey time is about 5 minutes. [Map]

Ginkyō by Kinki @ Holland Village - Japanese-Inspired Ochaji Teishoku Afternoon Tea

Sat on the third floor of One Holland Village is Ginkyō by Kinki, a modern Japanese bistro featuring a menu that spotlights Japanese fusion creations using both Japanese and international ingredients. This concept is by the same team behind Kinki at Customs House.

Ochaji Teishoku 4/5

The restaurant has now launched a new experience, the Ochaji Teishoku, a Japanese-inspired Afternoon Tea available every Friday and Sunday from 2.30pm to 5pm. The 8-course experience is priced at $68 per set, served in an elegant wooden shiraki box. Unlike the usual afternoon teas built around a mix of sweet and savoury bites, Ginkyō’s rendition focuses on 7 savoury Japanese dishes and 2 types of desserts.

Pitan Tofu

We started with the earthy Pitan Tofu, featuring a smooth base of house-made egg tofu topped with tobiko and snow crab flakes.

Tai Tiradito

Next was the Tai Tiradito, thin slices of sea bream dressed in a citrusy marinade, paired with cherry tomato and shio konbu. We would have preferred it to be less citrus-forward for better balance.

Sashimi Trio

The Sashimi Trio featured seasonal cuts, and ours was impressively fresh.

Tori Tsukune

The fourth course was the Wagyu Tataki, but as we do not take beef, the chef kindly swapped it for Tori Tsukune. This was one of our highlights, tender and grilled to a lovely char, finished with a sweet soy glaze.

Tasai Kakiage

The crunchy Tasai Kakiage was a pleasant surprise. The mix of napa cabbage, carrot, capsicum, onion and shimeji mushroom was well-balanced, paired with a savoury-sweet dipping sauce.

Ikura Rice

While the Ikura Rice may look simple, the briny, fresh ikura provides a welcome burst of flavour.

Truffle Tamagoyaki

The final savoury dish was the Truffle Tamagoyaki, pairing sweet egg with truffle paste.

For dessert, two types of sweets were served: seasonal Japanese Mochi and Ichigo Panna Cotta. We preferred the latter for its smooth texture and lightly sweetened profile.

Reservations are encouraged and can be made at www.ginkyo.sg/reservations or by phone at +65 9337 7451.

Photos and words by Jo. A girl who loves her Mala (麻辣) at Da La (大辣) and a good cup of matcha latte. Note: This is an invited tasting.


Ginkyo by Kinki
One Holland Village
7 Holland Village Way
#03-01 to 04
Singapore 275748
Tel: +65 9337 7451
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Nearest MRT: Holland Village (CC Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thu: 1130am - 230pm, 5pm - 10pm
Fri-Sat: 1130am - 230pm, 5pm - 1030pm
Sun: 5pm - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Holland Village MRT station. Take Exit B. Turn left and walk to Lorong Liput. Turn right onto Lorong Liput. Walk down Lorong Liput. Walk to the destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

One Ninety Bar @ Four Seasons Singapore - A New "Italian Job Afternoon Tea", A Leisurely Escape with Mediterranean Flair

Four Seasons Hotel Singapore brings a taste of Italy to the heart of Orchard Road with The Italian Job Afternoon Tea, an exclusive collaboration with Executive Pastry Chef Andrea Bonaffini from Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River. Joining him are Four Seasons Hotel Singapore’s own Chef Patrick Benedetti and Chef Valerio Pierantonelli, who collectively present an afternoon tea experience that celebrates the flavours, craftsmanship and charm of Italy.

Available until 5 September, the limited-time afternoon tea at One-Ninety Bar features refined savouries, Italian-inspired desserts and handcrafted cocktails, offering a leisurely afternoon escape with Mediterranean flair. Unlike the traditional three-tiered presentation, the menu is served course by course, allowing guests to fully appreciate each creation as it arrives.

Cocktails and Mocktails

Guests can choose between the classic afternoon tea experience at S$68++ per person, which includes coffee or tea, or elevate the experience with the S$89++ per person option, which comes with a signature Italian-inspired craft cocktail alongside coffee or tea.

Additional cocktails are available at S$22++ each or S$42++ for two. La Dolce Vita is a refreshing blend of Código 1530 Tequila, cream, lemon bitters, strawberry sorbet and Prosecco, delivering fruity, creamy and lightly sparkling notes that evoke a carefree Italian summer. The Italian Sour offers a rich, velvety combination of Malfy Gin, Amaretto, fresh lemon juice, pistachio syrup and egg white.

For something lighter, Fioritura combines Monkey 47 Gin, jasmine yuzu syrup and tonic for a fragrant, floral profile with refreshing citrus notes, and is also available as a mocktail. Meanwhile, Pesca Amaro is a sophisticated aperitif-style cocktail featuring Glenlivet 12 Years, Peach Campari and Cocchi Rosa, bringing together fruity, bittersweet and botanical flavours in an elegant finish.

Pomodoro

To begin our afternoon tea, we were served the Pomodoro, an adorable tomato-shaped bite. Beneath the tomato exterior lies an aubergine mousse centre. The entire tomato sits on a bed of Parmesan cheese and is finished with basil oil. It’s like a delicate eggplant parmigiana in bite-sized form, and almost too cute to eat.

Polipo

Polipo was one of the more substantial savouries, featuring charcoal-grilled octopus hidden within a silky smoked potato foam. Capers and lemon add brightness that complements the smoky octopus. Very delicious, and I scooped up every last bit.

Savouries Assortment

Three additional savoury bites were presented together, each showcasing a different facet of Italian cuisine. The Scapece, inspired by the Southern Italian preparation of marinated vegetables, paired courgette with Pecorino cheese. The Tartella featured sweet Carabinero prawn atop a delicate tartlet, complemented by crisp fennel, bright orange and olives for sweetness. Completing the trio was the Maritozzo, an interpretation of the classic Italian bun filled with tender veal loin and a rich tonnata sauce made from tuna and capers, finished with freshly shaved black truffle.

Limone

This was followed by an intermezzo of Limone. This dessert immediately caught my eye with its striking resemblance to those ultra-aesthetic lemon-shaped gelatos that have been taking over social media. It features Amalfi lemon and vanilla granita, with creamy ricotta cheese within, crowned with a light mandarin foam. Bright and citrusy, the dessert was refreshing, though quite sweet, and I found the cinnamon notes slightly more pronounced than expected.

Albicocca

Moving on to the sweets, the Albicocca paired intense Valrhona 70% dark chocolate with hazelnut praline, while apricot and bergamot brought fruitiness and citrusy tartness to balance the richness.

Cakes Assortment

The Raviolo was designed to resemble a miniature pasta parcel, filled with nutty Bronte pistachios and bright orange marmalade, with a crunchy element adding textural contrast to the smooth filling. A super cute dessert ‘pasta’ I’d love to have again.

The Fragola was perhaps the prettiest cake, featuring vanilla ganache, biscuit and sweet Cameron Highlands strawberries, delicately adorned with edible flowers for a light and elegant finish.

No Italian dessert selection is complete without Tiramisu, and this was a refined take on the beloved Italian classic, using mascarpone cream, espresso and cocoa biscuit for a familiar combination of creamy, coffee-infused indulgence.

Nocciola

The afternoon tea concludes with Da Condividere (To Share). Nocciola brings together cocoa and hazelnut cake, creamy crema ice cream and a generous pour of warm chocolate foam. The chocolate foam was especially delicious, adding an indulgent touch to the dessert. While designed for sharing, I still found it a little heavy, particularly after the many cakes I’d just eaten. Nevertheless, its chocolate and hazelnut flavours make for a fitting finale, showcasing a classic flavour pairing that rounded off the afternoon tea on a decadent note.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


One-Ninety Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Singapore
190 Orchard Boulevard
Singapore 248646
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Nearest MRT: Orchard (NS Line, TE Line)

Opening Hours:
Weekend Brunch: 12pm - 3pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Orchard MRT station. Take Exit 11. Walk straight down Orchard Boulevard Road. Walk to the destination. Journey time is about 6 minutes. [Map]