Experience the Delight of Strawberry and White Chocolate Afternoon Tea at Tokyo Marriott Hotel
Tokyo Marriott Hotel, located in Shinagawa, is set to host a delightful event featuring the 'Strawberry × White Chocolate Afternoon Tea' from January 5 to February 28, 2026. This exquisite afternoon tea is held at the hotel’s first-floor restaurant, Lounge & Dining G, where you can immerse yourself in a relaxing environment while enjoying seasonal delights.
The featured star of this afternoon tea is the newly developed 'Benitama' strawberry, cultivated in Saitama Prefecture. Renowned for its perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, this strawberry variety promises a truly unique flavor experience paired with the hotel’s homemade white chocolate, made from Ecuadorian cocoa butter and Hokkaido milk powder.
As the winter sun gently sets, guests are welcomed to enjoy an assortment of desserts celebrating these strawberries. A total of eight exquisite sweets await you, showcasing the beauty and deliciousness of seasonal strawberries. Visual highlights include:
1. Layered Parfait: Fresh Benitama strawberries layer upon luscious white chocolate cream, strawberry jelly, lemon jelly, and tea crumble, creating a striking contrast of red and white.
2. Mousse: A charming white chocolate mousse enfolding a center of Benitama compote, sweet and irresistibly red.
3. Eclair: A delectable pastry filled with fresh strawberries, custard cream, and a pink cookie crust.
4. Popping White Chocolate Lollipop: Adorable chocolates shaped like lollipops, filled with homemade white chocolate ganache and topped with dried raspberries.
The lower tier features:
1. Ganache-Sandwich Sablé: A delectable sable sandwich filled with rich white chocolate ganache.
2. Shortcake: A classic shortcake that beautifully displays the cross-section of fresh Benitama strawberries.
3. Tart: A sweet treat combining custard cream and fresh Benitama strawberries.
4. Scones: Moist scones, crafted without eggs, topped with homemade white chocolate and served with tangy strawberry confiture.
For those seeking savory options, four winter-inspired dishes are on offer:
Guests can also choose from a selection of teas by 'TWG Tea' and five varieties of coffee, ensuring the perfect beverage to accompany your afternoon delight.
The 'Benitama' strawberry itself has recently garnered attention, having started distribution in winter 2023 and won the Grand Gold Medal at the Christmas Strawberry Championship hosted by the Japan Vegetable Sommelier Association. With large size and remarkable sweetness complemented by refreshing acidity, each bite is a burst of aromatic flavor.
Details of the afternoon tea:
Enjoy a splendid tea time that harmonizes the joy of strawberries and the richness of white chocolate at the Tokyo Marriott Hotel.
The featured star of this afternoon tea is the newly developed 'Benitama' strawberry, cultivated in Saitama Prefecture. Renowned for its perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, this strawberry variety promises a truly unique flavor experience paired with the hotel’s homemade white chocolate, made from Ecuadorian cocoa butter and Hokkaido milk powder.
As the winter sun gently sets, guests are welcomed to enjoy an assortment of desserts celebrating these strawberries. A total of eight exquisite sweets await you, showcasing the beauty and deliciousness of seasonal strawberries. Visual highlights include:
1. Layered Parfait: Fresh Benitama strawberries layer upon luscious white chocolate cream, strawberry jelly, lemon jelly, and tea crumble, creating a striking contrast of red and white.
2. Mousse: A charming white chocolate mousse enfolding a center of Benitama compote, sweet and irresistibly red.
3. Eclair: A delectable pastry filled with fresh strawberries, custard cream, and a pink cookie crust.
4. Popping White Chocolate Lollipop: Adorable chocolates shaped like lollipops, filled with homemade white chocolate ganache and topped with dried raspberries.
The lower tier features:
1. Ganache-Sandwich Sablé: A delectable sable sandwich filled with rich white chocolate ganache.
2. Shortcake: A classic shortcake that beautifully displays the cross-section of fresh Benitama strawberries.
3. Tart: A sweet treat combining custard cream and fresh Benitama strawberries.
4. Scones: Moist scones, crafted without eggs, topped with homemade white chocolate and served with tangy strawberry confiture.
For those seeking savory options, four winter-inspired dishes are on offer:
- - King Crab and Salmon Roe Cocktail: A visually stunning two-tone mousse, paired with king crab and salmon roe.
- - Clam Chowder: A creamy soup bursting with flavors from clams and onions.
- - Potato Gnocchi Gratin: Fluffy potato gnocchi paired with a rich white sauce filled with the essence of shrimp.
- - Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Croissant Sandwich: Fresh croissants packed with smoked salmon and cream cheese.
Guests can also choose from a selection of teas by 'TWG Tea' and five varieties of coffee, ensuring the perfect beverage to accompany your afternoon delight.
The 'Benitama' strawberry itself has recently garnered attention, having started distribution in winter 2023 and won the Grand Gold Medal at the Christmas Strawberry Championship hosted by the Japan Vegetable Sommelier Association. With large size and remarkable sweetness complemented by refreshing acidity, each bite is a burst of aromatic flavor.
Details of the afternoon tea:
- - Dates: January 5 – February 28, 2026
- - Times: Available at 13:00 and 15:30
- - Location: Lounge & Dining G
- - Price: ¥7,500 per person (includes tax and service charge)
Enjoy a splendid tea time that harmonizes the joy of strawberries and the richness of white chocolate at the Tokyo Marriott Hotel.
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