Experience the Luxury of Early Summer Fruits at DEK's Afternoon Tea

A Luxurious Afternoon Tea Experience at DEK

Get ready to savor the delightful tastes of early summer! From May 2 to June 1, 2025, DEK, a renowned restaurant in Aoyama, will host a limited-time afternoon tea featuring luxurious domestic fruits such as ripe mangoes and cherries. The event is produced by f.dining, a company dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

About DEK and its Fruity Afternoon Tea

DEK is not just any restaurant; it is the brainchild of a century-old wholesaler focusing on fruits. Located just a stone's throw from Omotesando Station, DEK offers diners an exquisite afternoon tea experience rooted in local Japanese fruits. The dining area on the second floor, aptly named DEK DINING, specializes in creating seasonal delicacies that feature fruit as the star ingredient. Each dessert is carefully crafted by skilled pastry chefs, promising a unique culinary experience that changes with the seasons.

A Showcase of Early Summer Fruits

This year's afternoon tea theme centers around the flavors of early summer, featuring an array of delightful sweets. Among the highlights are:

- Miyazaki Prefecture Mango Crepe: Made from ripe mangoes, known for their rich sweetness and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Cherry Vanilla Flan: A sweet and sour delight combining cherries and blueberries, crowned with fresh berries.
- Melon Cream Puffs: These puffs are filled with two types of fresh melons and special melon cream, making them a refreshing treat.

All of these splendid confections are presented on a six-tiered dessert stand, creating a colorful display that encapsulates the essence of the season. In addition to the sweets, guests can enjoy a beautifully arranged platter of fresh seasonal fruits, offering a taste of nature at its best. The drinks served include over ten different options such as tea, herbal infusions, and homemade fruit vinegar drinks, available for guests to indulge throughout their tea time.

Afternoon Tea Details

The afternoon tea at DEK is available from May 2 to June 1, with reservations required. Here are the specifics:

- Location: DEK, second floor 'DEK DINING'
- Operating Hours: 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry at 2:30 PM)
- Pricing: ¥6,500 (including tax) for the afternoon tea; ¥8,000 (including tax) for the afternoon tea including champagne or craft gin.

Sweets Overview

1. Blueberry Chunk Cookies: Featuring fresh blueberries and homemade jam, topped with cream cheese, these cookies offer a delightful crunch and rich flavor.
2. Tomato with Lychee Compote: This refreshing dessert combines lychee's fruity aroma with tomato, served as a chilled pre-dessert.
3. Miyazaki Mango Macaron: A luxurious treat featuring a soothing mango jam and jasmine-infused ganache, perfect for capturing the essence of early summer.
4. Melon Cream Puffs: Juicy melons wrapped in cream puffs that evoke the essence of a melon garden.
5. Passion Fruit豆花: Taiwanese豆花 combined with fresh passion fruit for a sweet and tropical treat.
6. Cherry Vanilla Flan: A luxurious dessert with a crispy layer of puff pastry on top of a vanilla-flavored baked custard.
7. Miyazaki Mango Crepe: A crepe filled generously with mango, cream, and jasmine custard, featuring a crunchy chocolate crumble.

Savory Options

1. Fava Bean Hummus Tartine: Creamy fava bean spread layered with egg confit and herbs on crusty bread.
2. Spring Cabbage with Shirasu and Garlic: A lively combination of sweet spring cabbage, asparagus, and shirasu, seasoned with garlic and chili.

Fruit Selection

The curated fruit platter brings together the season’s best fruits, with a focus on quality and taste. Each fruit is chosen at its peak ripeness, allowing diners to enjoy the true flavors that characterize domestic Japanese fruits. With DEK’s expertise, guests will appreciate the composition of each selected fruit, enhancing their afternoon tea experience.

About DEK

Located in Glasseria Aoyama just four minutes from Omotesando Station, DEK offers both casual dining and formal tea experiences across two floors. DEK KITCHEN on the first floor provides a relaxed atmosphere with à la carte menus, while DEK DINING focuses on seasonal dining experiences. Both sections aim to elevate the enjoyment of Japan's finest produce.

For more information or to make a reservation, please visit DEK's website. Don't miss this chance to indulge in one of the most exquisite afternoon tea experiences available!