ARDMORE TRADITIONAL TEA

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Take Flight with Ardmore –

A 40-Year Celebration of Iconic Art

Celebrate Ardmore’s extraordinary legacy of creativity and craftsmanship with Fee Halsted, founder of Ardmore, and her family at the luxurious Mount Nelson Hotel. Joining this special encounter is Marie Karlsson, Creative and Managing Director of Cole & Son, sharing her unique perspectives on art and design.

Event Details

• Date: Thursday 20th February and Saturday, 22 February
• Time:  from 1100

Begin your afternoon in the elegant Sherwood Room with a curated showcase of Ardmore’s latest masterpieces and an exclusive shopping experience. Be inspired by "Taking Flight," an insightful talk from the Ardmore family, celebrating four decades of artistry.

Then, be captivated as Marie Karlsson shares her expertise on art, interiors, and the evolution of a leading luxury design house.

At 12h00, the celebration continues with a legendary  tea, served with a backdrop of timeless elegance. Mount Nelson, promises an indulgent feast. While you dine on sumptuous cakes, pastries and sandwiches stacked in tiers, live piano music sets the scene.

Raise a toast to Ardmore’s enduring artistry while indulging in delectable treats.

Price: R950 per person

Includes:

• The Mount Nelson Traditional Afternoon tea experience inclusive of a welcome glass of L'ormarins Cap classique
• Conversations with Fee Halsted and family, of Ardmore
• Insights from Marie Karlsson, Cole and Son
• Gratuity
• Leave with exquisite gifting

TRADITIONAL  TEA 

You are welcomed with a glass of L’Ormarins Cap Classique 

SAVOURIES 

Abalobi West Coast Salmon Mousse, Meuse Farm Cucumber, Local Salmon Roe, Fresh Dill D-F

Confit Duck and Oat Sausage Roll, Prune Puree D-GL-E 

Vichyssoise With Sour Cream and Truffle Mushroom D 

Karoo Rare Beef, Pickled Mustard Seeds, Aioli, Rocket, Puff Pastry GL-D-E 

FINGER SANDWHICHES 

Farmer Angus Free Range Egg Mayonnaise on Whole Wheat Bread GL-E

Free Range Chicken Mayonnaise on Brown Bread GL-E

Cucumber, Fennel Cream Cheese on White Bread GL-D

Shrimp Cocktail, Shredded Lettuce, Marie Rose Dressing on Brioche SF-D-GL-E

BASKET

Scones GL-D-E

Cheese And Herb Scones GL-D-E

Cream, Jam, Cheese D

SWEET 

Nartjie and Chocolate Tart GL-D-E

Coffee Mascarpone, Pecan Nut Delice GL-D-E-N

Roasted Strawberry Mousseline Choux GL-D-E

Apricot and Rooibos Mousse GL-D-E

Ruby, Raspberry, Mud Cake GL-D-E

TEA SELECTION

Premium Nigiro Loose Leaf Tea Bags 

South Africa Organic Rooibos, 

Strawberry, Vanilla, and Orange Spices, Sundown Mint, 

Egyptian Chamomile Flower, Lemon, Forrest Berries, 

Taiwanese Jin Shuan (Green Tea), Japanese Sencha (Green Tea), 

Sri Lankan Ceylon & Earl Grey

 Coffee & Hot Chocolate Available

Immerse yourself in an afternoon of art, design, and inspiration.

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