Stylish, elegant and refined, The Drawing Room at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort is one of the capital’s most beautiful lounges. As of this summer, the tranquil venue has partnered with the artisan tea brand Tchaba Tea to further enhance the choice of flavours on its beverage menu and allow guests to discover more about the health benefits of different teas.
The new Tchaba Tea menu is packed with distinct and wonderful flavours, including a curated mix of white, green, herbal, oolong and black leaf teas. Meanwhile, those looking to sample the best that the brand has to offer are encouraged to try the Gold Rose Black Tea, a signature beverage that features an exquisite blend of black tea and delicate rose petals adorned with gold. Offering a stunning, expertly layered floral experience for the palate and served in a delicate glass teapot, it truly is a treat for all the senses. Furthermore, every guest who orders an Afternoon Tea will receive a visit from The Drawing Room’s Tea Sommelier, a specialised professional, who boasts full training from Tchaba Tea and a detailed knowledge of the origins and properties of all the products. Diners are invited to taste the wide range of varieties from the tea trolley and create a mix that suits their palette and requirements.
Steeped in history, the ritual of Afternoon Tea has been celebrated by the St. Regis brand since the early 19th century when Caroline Astor, mother of The St. Regis founder John Jacob Astor IV, used to gather her closest friends and confidants for tea in New York. Then, after The St. Regis New York was launched in 1904, the tradition continued on and it remains a key part of the brand’s heritage to this day.
The quality and distinguished tastes of Tchaba Tea bring out perfectly the flavours of The Drawing Room’s culinary creations. Offering a fully holistic experience, Tchaba uses the power of tea to improve mental and physical health and the Arabic brand is on a mission to educate people about the blends, profiles and properties of different teas, and how they can be used to enhance their quality of life. Operating under the motto of ‘Empower People to Live Better’ and served in the world’s first biodegradable handcrafted full-leaf pouch, the artisan teas are a wonderful complement to the calming and tranquil environment of the hotel.
In addition to the new tea menu, The Drawing Room has also heightened its offerings by introducing three new themed Afternoon Tea rituals, available from June 23 to July 31, 2021. Showcasing the best of matcha, passionfruit and earl grey infusions, each spread is packed with delicate light bites and paired with the fabulous aromatic flavours of Tchaba leaf teas.
Boasting sensational views of the Arabian Gulf through the floor-to-ceiling windows, The Drawing Room is open daily from 8am to 10pm, with Afternoon Tea served between 2pm and 6pm. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8888. For more information about Tchaba Tea, please visit www.tchabatea.com.
