THE BUTTERFLY ROOM PRESENTS A TWO-DAY SPECIAL AFTERNOON TEA COLLABORATION BY CHEF JONATHAN SOUKDEO & CHEF MANDY SIU OF FINESSE PATISSERIE CELEBRATING LOCAL SUMMER FLAVOURS AND INGREDIENTS

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<<18^th August, 2025– Hong Kong>> The Butterfly Room at Rosewood Hong Kong is excited to host an exclusive two-day special afternoon tea collaboration this September, bringing together two renowned pastry chefs for a unique celebration of local summer fruit, seasonal ingredients, and beloved Hong Kong flavours. Join Rosewood Hong Kong’s Executive Pastry Chef Jonathan Soukdeo, alongside guest Chef Mandy Siu of Finesse Patisserie, as they craft an unforgettable dessert experience on 5-6 September 2025, at The Butterfly Room.

Chef Jonathan, the recent winner of the Best Pastry Chef Award by Tatler Best 2025 Hong Kong and the winner of the World’s Best Afternoon Tea by La Liste 2025, is known for his contemporary take on fine pastries for Butterfly Patisserie and Rosewood Hong Kong, will team up with Chef Mandy, whose refined French patisserie creations have earned her a prestigious reputation, including being named Best Pastry Chef by SCMP 100 Top Tables. This collaboration will showcase their shared passion for quality seasonal ingredients and exceptional pastry artistry.

A Sweet Collaboration: Exclusive Menu by Chefs Mandy Siu and Jonathan Soukdeo

This reimagined six-course afternoon tea begins with an exquisite selection of savoury amuse-bouches and finger sandwiches. Highlights include a delicate Cauliflower Panna Cotta with Ossetra Caviar, a Lobster Roll with green apple and trout roe, and a vibrant Datterino Tomato Tartlet. Guests will also enjoy classic salmon, butcher ham, and egg finger sandwiches, along with freshly baked scones and a nostalgic Pineapple Milk Bun.

The experience transitions into a refreshing duo of pre-desserts: Chef Mandy’s Granny Smith Apple and Yuzu creation, lifted with osmanthus and a touch of Calvados, and Chef Jonathan’s Grapefruit Sorbet with mango, sago, and coconut foam.

The plated desserts are an elegant showcase of each chef’s signature style. Chef Mandy presents Lotus-Longan, paired with white lotus espuma, sweet fermented rice, and longan honey ice cream from a local farm, while Chef Jonathan offers a rich Black Sesame creation layered with Jian Dui sesame, red bean, rice, and black sesame ice cream.

To conclude the journey, guests are invited to indulge in treats from the Mignardises Chocolate Trolley, perfectly complemented by a curated selection of Mariage Frères teas or freshly brewed coffee.

The full afternoon tea collaboration menu is as follows:

Amuse Bouche

Cauliflower Panna Cotta, Caviar

Lobster Roll, Green Apple, Trout Roe

Datterino Tomatoes Tartlet

Finger Sandwiches

Salmon

Butcher Ham

Egg

Pre Dessert

Granny Smith, Yuzu, Osmanthus

Grapefruit, Mango sago, Coconut Foam

Freshly Baked

Scones

Pineapple Milk Bun

Plated Dessert

Lotus – Longan

Sweet Fermented rice, White lotus Foam, Local Longan honey Ice cream

Black sesame

Sesame Jian Dui, red bean, Rice black sesame Ice cream

Mignardises Chocolate Trolley

Served with a selection of Marriages Frères tea or coffee

EVENT DETAILS

Date: 5-6 September (Friday – Saturday)

Friday Seating Time: First Seating: 200–400pm | Second Seating: 430–630pm

Saturday Seating Time: First Seating: 1200/1230pm  – 230/300pm | Second Seating: 230pm/300pm – 430/500pm | Third Seating: 500pm/530pm – 700pm/730pm

Price: HK$568+10% per guest

Location: Level 2, The Butterfly Room, Rosewood Hong Kong

For more information and reservations, please contact 3891-8888 or visit website at HERE. 

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ABOUT THE BUTTERFLY ROOM

The Butterfly Room at Rosewood Hong Kong is an elegant all-day lounge, perfect for enjoying lunch, coffee, afternoon tea, and drinks. The adjoining Butterfly Patisserie is an elevated boutique that presents signature chocolates, contemporary pastries, and seasonal desserts, all meticulously crafted by Chef Jonathan Soukdeo.

ABOUT EXECUTIVE PASTRY CHEF JONATHAN SOUKDEO

Hailing from France with a remarkable background training under some of the world’s finest pastry chefs. Chef Jonathan has honed his craft in tailoring sweet temptations for all occasions by working alongside some of the most respected names in the industry over the years, including Chef Sébastian Serveau, Meilleur Ouvrier de France Chef Jérôme Chaucesse at Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel, and Pastry World Champion Chef Julien Alvarez at The Peninsula Paris. Chef Jonathan’s exceptional, ingenious and inventive creations have earned him many accolades, including the winning title at the Cabosse d’Or Junior Competition. Chef Jonathan brings his expertise and passion for innovative desserts to elevate the patisserie experience at Rosewood Hong Kong.

ABOUT FINESSE PATISSERIE BY CHEF MANDY SIU

Finesse Patisserie, opened by Chef Mandy Siu as a brick-and-mortar shop in St Francis Street, Wan Chai this May 2025, offers a curated selection of hand-crafted, elegant French pastries. Finesse Patisserie highlights Mandy’s exceptional craftsmanship and extensive experience in award-winning kitchens, including the two-MICHELIN-starred L’Envol at The St. Regis Hong Kong and three-MICHELIN-starred L’Atelier de Robuchon.

ABOUT ROSEWOOD HONG KONG

The 413-room Rosewood Hong Kong is located at a prime Victoria Harbour waterfront location at the former New World Centre on Salisbury Road in Tsim Sha Tsui. The ultra-luxury hotel occupies 43 floors of the multi-use Rosewood Tower, a new landmark on the world-famous skyline. Eleven restaurants and lounges are complemented by recreational facilities including Asaya, Rosewood’s integrated wellness concept. The Manor Club executive lounge provides exclusive privileges while The Pavilion, the brand’s signature residential-style meeting and function space, hosts corporate events, conferences, and social celebrations. The 186 luxury Rosewood Residences have been designed for residents electing short and longer-stay rentals, with a dedicated private club, along with special services and dedicated amenities.

For more information: https://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/hong-kong/dining/the-butterfly-room

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