With the arrival of spring, several top hotels in Changning district, Shanghai are introducing seasonal afternoon tea services, offering quality leisure options for locals and visitors.

Xijiao State Guest Hotel

The outdoor space at Xijiao State Guest Hotel now offers a traditional British afternoon tea set, featuring 12 snacks covering both sweet and savory delights. The desserts include seasonal creative pastries like coconut mousse and honey cake, while savory items feature delicate dishes such as Parma ham with melon and scallop avocado cups, paired with classic coffee and tea beverages.

Service hours are from 2 pm to 5 pm daily.

For reservations, please call 021-6219-8800 ext. 632.

The location is 4F, Xijiao State Guest Hotel, No 1921 Hongqiao Road.

Hongqiao State Guest Hotel

Hongqiao State Guest Hotel currently offers a "Blossom" themed buffet afternoon tea service with a special combination of 15 dishes. Savory options include innovative snacks like salmon roe stuffed egg waffles and mini beef burgers, while the dessert area features special Jiangnan-style pastries like begonia pastries and pear mousse, accompanied by coffee, freshly-squeezed juices, and other beverages.

Service hours are from 2 pm to 4:30 pm daily.

For inquiries, please call 021-6219-8855 ext. 5317.

The location is No 1591 Hongqiao Road.

Radisson Plaza Xing Guo Hotel Shanghai

Located in a historic protected building, Radisson Plaza Xing Guo Hotel Shanghai offers a Cantonese-style tea service between 11 am and 2 pm from Monday to Thursday. Guests can enjoy the experience alongside traditional pingtan performances (performances run from 11:30 am to 1 pm). They also offer handmade qingtuan gift boxes with flavors like red bean and cinnamon apple, available daily from 11 am to 7 pm from March 15 to April 6.

For reservations, please call 021-6212-9998 ext. 3150.

The location is No 78 Xingguo Road.

Tips: The capacity for afternoon tea services at each hotel is limited, so it is advisable to make reservations at least one day in advance.

Source: Official WeChat account of Changning district information office at "shchangning"