Weekend Hangout Recommendation, Afternoon Tea At The Cafe With Alice In Wonderland

Alice in Wonderland (Photo: Disney)

JAKARTA - Already have plans this weekend? Fans of Lewis Carroll's famous novel, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, can take a peek at what a new culinary place whose concept is inspired by the popular story is at The Langham, Jakarta, Sudirman Central Business District (SCBD).

The cafe called ALICE there offers a playful concept but still has a touch of elegance from the choice of food and drinks. The interior is luxurious with an art deco concept and guests will enjoy a meal while listening to a selection of French songs.

"ALICE brings closer the classic culture of afternoon tea from England as a culinary destination to celebrate every precious moment of the day with loved ones," said General Manager of The Langham, Jakarta, Alexander Poindl, quoted from ANTARA, Saturday, March 12.

What dishes can be enjoyed? Sweet and salty foods that are suitable to accompany the afternoon are served here. Afternoon tea sets Langham and Alice have something in common, they contain a typical French cake, Smoked Salmon Vol Au Vent and Brioche Truffle Egg Topped with Caviar, besides that ALICE also offers Beef Pot Pie, a classic dish from England which is a recipe passed down from Chef's mother. Giles Langford, Executive Sous Chef The Langham, Jakarta.

There is Wagyu Beef Tartare, a typical Paris bistro dish. For seafood connoisseurs, there are seasonal ingredients packaged in a bite-size Lobster Donut that will complete the salty lineup of the afternoon tea set at ALICE. A variety of sweet dishes that can be enjoyed include Valrhona Chocolate with chocolate that melts in every bite and pink Rose Macarons that close the afternoon tea session with sweetness.

This legendary afternoon tea has been served more than 150 years ago at The Langham, London equipped with a selection of teas ranging from Earl Gray with a fresh aroma, Rooibos tea with a fruity aroma, black tea with four fruit flavors, green tea and sencha fukuyu tea. jasmine, and cocktails.

This cafe is also a perfect place to gather with an additional selection of premium coffee with selected coffee beans using a special Siphon Gold tool and an Aeropress machine for consistent coffee making.

A glass of fresh fruit cocktail; a bottle of sparkling or champagne is also suitable to be paired with afternoon tea. Guests are also invited to enjoy another luxurious experience at ALICE by enjoying their all-time favorite, the Billionaire burger served for lunch and dinner.

The chef will make the meat which is a mix of 30 day dry aged beef, foie gras and classic beef wagyu coated with Truffle Aioli. Chef also added a finishing touch by plated in edible 24K gold.