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Indulge in Spring at GRADATIONS

Located on the 41st floor of the iconic Midland Square in Nagoya, GRADATIONS invites you to savor a unique afternoon tea experience. From March 2 to April 26, 2026, enjoy a seasonal menu inspired by spring, incorporating fresh ingredients like cherry blossoms and strawberries. This exclusive event promises breathtaking views and an exquisite culinary journey that truly captures the essence of the season.

Afternoon Tea: The Pink Fromage Table

The afternoon tea, titled "The Pink Fromage Table," is designed around savory delights rather than just sweet treats, ensuring a satisfying dining experience. The focus is on using a variety of cheese, which beautifully complements the flavors of spring seafood and vegetables.

Savories:

Each bite is crafted to highlight the freshness of spring through creative toppings and artful presentations. Some of the delectable offerings include:

• - Tartines with Brie de Meaux, Hotaru Ika (firefly squid), and Cherry Tomatoes: This dish captures the essence of spring with robust flavors and perfect seasoning.
• - Burrata with Shirashi: A delightful combination that elevates the lightness of the tartine.
• - Ricotta with Saury and Fukimiso: This unique blend of ingredients brings in a lovely umami richness, paired with hints of lemon oil.
• - Scones with Mascarpone and Caramelized New Onions: Offering a warm touch to your afternoon tea, this scone is sure to impress.
• - Cheddar Cheese Hot Sandwich with Hamanari Clams and Spring Cabbage: A heartwarming dish to complement the savory selection.

Not to forget, a Miura Vegetable Cheese Soup and Osetra Caviar with Camembert Tart round out the savory selections, which are meant to excite the palate and provide a memorable experience.

Sweet Treats:

Following the savory dishes, guests will indulge in a range of mini desserts crafted to celebrate spring's freshness. The highlights include:

• - Strawberry Rare Cheesecake
• - Strawberry Mousse Tart
• - Sakura Roll Cake and Sakura An Daifuku: Delightfully infused with the fragrance of cherry blossoms, this dessert creates a perfect balance between sweet and floral.
• - Matching with a Japanese twist, Red Bean Paste Tartine adds depth to the selection.

These desserts are created with various textures and flavors in mind, ensuring that they maintain a light and refreshing taste.

Welcome Drink and Tea Selection:

Upon arrival, guests will be greeted with the refreshing welcome drink "Printemps Fizz." This eye-catching drink combines lemon and muscat grapes, showcasing the beauty of spring with its subtle butterfly pea infusion. Moreover, complement your meal with a selection from KUSMI TEA, featuring organic teas from France that pair wonderfully with the culinary offerings.

Seasonal Parfait: Sakura Shizuku

Completing the spring experience is the limited-edition seasonal parfait, "Sakura Shizuku," inspired by the delicate drops of cherry blossoms. This parfait combines layers of sakura mousse, cherry jelly, and strawberry confiture, maintaining a gentle sweetness and a balance of flavors that reflect the season.

The parfait is elegantly crafted with textures such as chocolate biscuit, sakura bean paste, matcha mousse, and whipped cream, bringing an array of tastes and sensations in each bite. To top it all off, a selection of strawberry, salt vanilla, and matcha ice cream enhances the spring flavors and hints of sweetness.

Plan Details and Reservations

• - Afternoon Tea Availability: 11:00–15:30 (2-hour limit, last order 90 minutes prior)
• - Pricing: Ranges from ¥5,500 to ¥10,200, depending on additional selections such as signature dishes and wine options.
• - Location: GRADATIONS, 41st Floor, Midland Square, 4-7-1 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya.
• - Contact Information: 050-1743-3796 for reservations.

Experience the beauty of spring flavors intertwined with elements of Japanese culture and superb craft in culinary presentations. Don’t miss this limited-time opportunity to create lasting memories at GRADATIONS!