Holiday Chalet Afternoon Tea
Holiday Chalet
Afternoon Tea
The most wonderful time of the year has arrived, and what better way to celebrate the season with friends and family than at Notch8 for our Holiday Chalet Afternoon Tea. Inspired by the warmth and charm of an alpine chalet, this festive afternoon tea experience invites you to indulge in a cozy and elegant atmosphere, perfect for making holiday memories.
For a truly festive touch, enjoy a variety of savoury sandwiches such as a luxurious Crab & Lobster Roll, or the rich and earthy Winter Truffle & Wild Mushroom Tartlet topped with duxelles and lemon mascarpone. For a taste of tradition, indulge in Festive Ham with apple chutney, and a Bressola with pear and fig chutney. Irresistible treats include Santa’s Hat salted caramel profiteroles, Saint Nick’s Belt spiced macarons, and a Twinkle Twinkle Little Star shortbread with gold flakes.
Sip on a carefully curated selection of seasonal teas as you enjoy the comforting flavours of the season. Whether you're gathering with loved ones or creating new traditions, this festive tea experience is sure to be one to remember!
When: November 28 - December 29, 2024 (excluding Dec. 22, 23, 24 & 25)
Wednesday - Sunday, seatings at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm
Where: Notch8 Restaurant at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Price: Adults $79; Children $45 (exclusive of tax & gratuities)*
**Not inclusive of tax or gratuity. For cancellation and reservation changes, kindly email HVC.Notch8@Fairmont.com a minimum of 72 hours prior to reservation to avoid a cancellation fee of $25 per person.
Food Menu
Classic Buttermilk Scones
Spiced Gingerbread Scones
vanilla cream | strawberry preserve
SAVOURY
Crab & Lobster Roll
lemon dill aioli | butter brioche | alfalfa
Winter Truffle & Wild Mushroom Tartlet
duxelles | lemon mascarpone | pickled shimeji
Festive Ham Pin Wheel
apple jam | dijon mustard aioli | swiss cheese
Bressola
pear & fig chutney | basil arugula pesto | toasted cashew
Chestnut Deviled Egg
beet dyed egg | sundried tomato | chives
SWEETS
Santa’s Hat
salted caramel profiterole | red meringue | white chocolate chard
Saint Nick’s Belt
spiced scented macaron | chestnut cream
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
scottish shortbread | star anise glaze | gold flakes
Citrus Financier
candied orange & lemon | freeze-dried mandarin powder
White Forest Cheesecake
white chocolate | amarena cherries | bitter chocolate
Vegetarian Food Menu
Classic Buttermilk Scones
Spiced Gingerbread Scones
sweet cream | strawberry preserve
SAVOURY
Avocado Tostada
pico de gallo | tortilla
Radishes
lemon cream cheese | whole wheat bread
Smoked Paprika Hummus & Cucumber
toasted cashew
Winter Truffle & Wild Mushroom Tartlet
duxelles | lemon mascarpone | pickled shimeji
Butternut Squash Vol Au Vent
coconut chips | crispy sage
SWEETS
Santa’s Hat
salted caramel profiterole | red meringue | white chocolate chard
Saint Nick’s Belt
spice-scented macaron | chestnut cream
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
scottish shortbread | star anise glaze | gold flakes
Citrus Financier
candied orange | lemon | freeze-dried mandarin powder
White Forest Cheesecake
white chocolate | amarena cherries | bitter chocolate
TEA SELECTIONS
Christmas Blend
a full bodied tea with the aroma of cinnamon and clove, reminiscent of an evening Christmas market
Alpen Mulled Wine
mountain fresh bordeaux berry notes, with hints of sweet cinnamon and clove
Creamy Earl Grey
heady earl grey tempered with delicious cream flavor
English Breakfast
(decaffeinated) bright & full, with malty notes reminiscent of caramel
Kyushu Japanese Sencha
green tea with a buttery smoothness
Organic Goddess Oolong
orchard-like accents accentuate this traditional chinese tea
Joie de Provence
smooth & soothing, with natural sweetness and bright berry notes
Lemon Rooibos
warm & soothing with a wonderful burst of citrus
Liza Hill Darjeeling
a delicate cup with a distinctive grape character and hints of currant
Organic Goddess Oolong
orchid-like accents accentuate this traditional Chinese tea
Oregon Mint
cool, pungent and lively
Yummy Berry (kid's tea)
tending sweet with a slight tart character
COCKTAILS, WINE + BUBBLES
COCKTAILS
Chai Mocha Martini
finlandia vodka | fresh espresso | kahlua | brown sugar cinnamon syrup | chocolate shavings
2 oz | $21
Lavender Earl Grey Sour
empress gin | lemon | lavender earl grey syrup | egg white
2.5 oz | $19
Mountain Ash
vanilla chai infused woodfords | drambuie | amaro montenegro
2 oz | $21
WINE
Oyster Bay Sauv Blanc
marlborough, nz
17 | 25 | 72
Tantalus "The Bear" Chardonnay
okanagan valley, bc
19 | 29 | 84
Saintly Rose
okanagan, bc
15 | 23 | 70
BUBBLES
Ruffino Prosecco
italy
18 | 82
Chavost Blanc D'Assemblage Brut
france
31 | 155
Veuve Clicquot Rosé
france
39 | 195