Victoria is known for its high tea culture, especially in the Melbourne and Yarra Valley regions.
If you are looking to treat your mum this Mother’s Day, head to Victoria for these elegant high tea experiences.
Windsor Hotel
First up, high tea at the Windsor Hotel in Melbourne’s CBD. With over 140 years of experience, the Windsor Hotel offers the oldest high tea service in the state. Stop by Wednesday through Sunday, from 12:00pm–4:30pm for an unforgettable experience. Indulge in the smoked trout and cream cheese cannoli pastry, the smoked chicken mayonnaise, walnut, and celery sandwich, and the chocolate sable, mascarpone whipped ganache, and coffee cream tart. For $89 on weekdays and $109 on weekends, complete with French sparkling wine upon arrival, this package is tough to beat!
Park Lounge at Park Hyatt Melbourne
Another great high tea experience is located in the Park Lounge at Park Hyatt Melbourne, in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. For $88, you can experience high tea on Saturday and Sunday, from 1:30pm–4:00pm. Alongside unlimited Victorian sparkling, enjoy whipped miso tofu & edamame tartine, and milk chocolate salted miso caramel pies.
Melba Restaurant at Langham Melbourne
Just across the Yarra River, in Southbank, you will find the Melba Restaurant at the Langham Melbourne. Indulge in savory porcini with shiitake brulée and crispy cheese, a chorizo and sweet corn arancini with lemon and paprika mayo, and strawberry and rhubarb pavlova. For these treats and much more, visit Melba Restaurant, from Monday to Friday, 11:00am–1:00pm and 2:00pm–4:00pm for $98 or on Saturday and Sunday, 11:00am-12:00pm, 1:00pm–3:00pm, or 4:00pm-6:00pm for $118.
Alluvial Restaurant at the Intercontinental Hotel
Another great option for your next high tea experience is the Alluvial Restaurant at the Intercontinental Hotel. High tea is offered Friday and Saturday, from 12:30pm–2:30pm for $99. Starting with a glass of champagne, you will be able to choose from a wide range of dishes. To name a few, test out the Tasmanian smoked salmon on brioche, or a homemade buttermilk scone served with Yarra Valley strawberry jam, sustainable honey, and lemon myrtle double cream.
In front of the Intercontinental Hotel lies Rialto Tower, which was designed in 1891 during the Gold Rush by architect Charles D’Ebro. His wife was known to enjoy high society tea, so she inspired the hotel to add luxurious elements to their afternoon tea experience to best honour Australia’s history and land. The Rialto Building is a protected landmark by the National Trust of Australia and is listed on the Victorian Heritage Register, so when you dine at Alluvial, you are not only embarking on a high tea afternoon adventure, but also relishing in the building’s rich history.
Eleonore’s Restaurant at Chateau Yering
Eleonore’s Restaurant at Chateau Yering, located in the Yarra Valley, offers a high tea experience for $80pp. Start with sparkling wine or French champagne, and dive into gourmet sandwiches, warm savories, and signature freshly baked scones. High tea runs on Saturday and Sunday, starting at 2:00pm, so be sure to book a reservation!
Collins Kitchen
Head over to Collins Kitchen on Saturdays, from 12:30pm-3:00pm for a spanner crab tartlet with celeriac, lemon, and Yarra Valley salmon roe, a homemade pork and fennel sausage roll, or a pink guava strawberry panna cotta. For $99pp, you can indulge in their exquisite food options and extensive tea list.
Allegro Restaurant at the Westin Melbourne
Located in Melbourne’s CBD, the Allegro Restaurant at the Westin Melbourne offers high tea everyday, from 11:00am–4:00pm for $72pp. Enjoy pepper & lemon scones, chicken spinach & pesto pillow buns, cajun-spiced crumbed prawn, and a dark chocolate semifreddo cookie sandwich with a cherry centre and Tasmanian pepper berry sea salt.
Coombe Yarra Valley
Indulge in a high tea experience like no other at Coombe Yarra Valley. At this beautiful venue, you will be able to dine in the spot that was once home to opera singer Dame Nellie Melba. Enjoy high tea on Wednesday and Sunday, from 2:30pm–3:30pm for $60pp. Enjoy unlimited sparkling wine, alongside tasty finger sandwiches and homemade jams.
With such unique experiences to choose from, it is tough to pick only one. But no matter which you choose, they are all great options to spoil your mum with high tea this Mother’s Day.
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