London hotel launches South-American-inspired afternoon tea with cornbread chicken sandwiches

A London hotel has launched a new South-American-inspired afternoon tea with delectable treats including cornbread chicken sandwiches.

The Montagu Kitchen, nestled within Hycatt Regency London - The Churchill, is introducing a new afternoon tea that is ideal for travel lovers.

The exciting dining experience will bring a piece of 'home' from various parts of the world right to diners' tables in London.

The first of a travel-inspired afternoon tea series will begin with a focus on Central and South American destinations, inspired by the team and the many travels of Sir Winston Churchill.

A showcase of the vibrant and diverse flavours of both regions, each dish has been meticulously crafted by The Montagu Kitchen team to allow guests to embark on a unique mix of British and Hispanic heritage right in the heart of the capital.

To kickstart the experience, guests will be greeted with a symbolic boarding pass, a refreshing washcloth, and a welcome drink to enjoy.

The brainchild of Executive Chef Carlo Martino and his team, along with newly appointed pastry chef Mathieu Dias Fernandes, the Afternoon Tea is set for a new lease of life with the menu reading as a love letter to various countries across South America.

Savoury delights include a Mexican Beans Taco, Fosforito, Corn Bread Chicken Sandwich with Pico de Gallo, and a Vinaigrette Beef Sandwich. While sweet treats, all of which are served in a bespoke handcrafted luggage box, will include flavours such as Coconut and Pineapple, Hibiscus, Coffee and Tonka, and Chocolate and Dulce de Leche.

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Of course, no afternoon tea is complete without scones but this time, they will be served with an equatorial boost in the form of a bespoke pineapple and lime jam.

To complement the culinary experience, The Montagu Kitchen will be serving a twist to the deliciously refreshing Caipirinha, an iconic cocktail originally from Brazil and made up of Cachaça sugar and lime.

Diners can also choose from a curated selection of teas including White, Black, Green, Blooming, Matcha, and Herbal Tea as well as a bespoke blend that has been meticulously crafted to transport drinkers to the vibrant landscapes of Latin America.

Coined 'The Montagu Bloom', the beautiful marigold flower and fresh silver needle tea with scents of mango look to blend traditional ingredients with exotic flavours, to provide visitors with a truly unique tea-drinking experience.

The afternoon tea will be served Thursdays to Saturdays from 2pm to 5:30pm and will be priced at just £65 per person including unlimited tea and coffee.

Guests can also opt for the Champagne afternoon tea, including a glass of Pommery Brut Champagne, for only £75 per person, or the Rosé afternoon tea for just £85 per person, which will include a glass of Pommery Rosé Champagne.

The Montagu Kitchen will now also be accessible direct from the street, following the installation of a brand-new restaurant specific door.