Singaporeans absolutely love a themed high tea. From special durian afternoon teas to Singapore’s first Winnie The Pooh set running until Aug 31…these decadent experiences are unmissable. And excitingly, a high tea chocolate lovers won’t want to miss is landing in the Lion City this August. The Lobby Lounge at Frasers House (A Luxury Collection Hotel Singapore) is raising the bar by launching the Symphony of Chocolate Afternoon Tea. Running from August 16 to November 15, this exclusive high tea is a masterfully curated collaboration with premium French Chocolaterie de L’Opéra—known worldwide for exceptional couverture made from rare cacao origins.
The Chocolaterie de L’Opéra high tea brings together the brilliant minds of the hotel’s Executive Pastry Chef, Jason Goh, and Global Pastry World Champion 2022 and World Gelato Winner 2026, Dexter Lee, to deliver a refined culinary journey that explores the versatility and complexity of chocolate. Here’s what to expect.
Why is this chocolate high tea unmissable?
Chocolate takes centre stage through an elegant range of pastries and sweets showcasing the brand’s signature couvertures. Standout creations include the Jamaya 73% Travel Cake, which pairs rich chocolate mud cake with Umehara candied orange and a velvety ganache, and the Spinto 70% Dark Chocolate Mousse, featuring a blend of dark chocolate mousse and Morello cherry confit.
Additionally, guests can enjoy the silky Tannea 43% Milk Couverture Tart with apricot confit, the Arcato 66% Chocolate Hazelnut French Choux, and a refreshing Bourbon Vanilla Panna Cotta with Mango Passion Jelly to balance the rich flavours.
Plus, the drooling Chocolate Fondue Station lets diners dip fresh fruits, fluffy marshmallows, and crunchy dried fruits into molten chocolate.
The innovation continues with a sophisticated savoury selection that proves cocoa is not just for dessert. The team have expertly used chocolate to elevate premium ingredients resulting in unique pairings. For instance, diners can enjoy a rich Duck Foie Gras Parfait encased in a delicate Tannea milk chocolate shell with tonka bean and raspberry. Otherwise, there’s a Wagyu Beef Cheek braised in red wine and enriched with Arcato 66% dark chocolate, topped with smoked avruga caviar.
Other savoury highlights include a Baked Organic Beet drizzled with a 62% Passionato chocolate vinaigrette and a comforting Smoked Salmon & Spinach Quiche topped with Japanese ikura and a quail egg.
Furthermore, there’s fresh Plain English Buttermilk and Chocolate Scones on the menu at the chocolate afternoon tea. These scones are served with Devonshire clotted cream, blackcurrant jam, and a rich hazelnut chocolate spread to complete the set. Definitely, one of the best high teas for your radar this season.
