Strawberry Fortune Afternoon Tea Buffet at the Grand Hyatt Tokyo

Indulge in an All-You-Can-Eat Selection of Sweets and Savories Featuring Premium Japanese Strawberries

The Grand Hyatt Tokyo, a dynamic luxury hotel towering over the bustling city, is offering a unique "Strawberry Fortune Afternoon Tea Buffet" at its all-day dining establishment, the "French Kitchen."

This buffet-style afternoon tea is a celebration of domestic brand strawberries, such as "Nyoho" and "Amaou." The event also incorporates sweets with a motif of the 2025 zodiac sign, the Snake, to bring good fortune in the new year.

The buffet showcases a variety of strawberry-centric sweets. The classic strawberry shortcake features "Nyoho" strawberries, known for their intense sweetness and balanced acidity. The light whipped cream and moist, rice flour-infused sponge cake serve to enhance the strawberries’ natural sweetness and freshness. The Paris-Brest, a crispy choux pastry filled generously with cream, is paired with the fragrant "Amaou" variety, which offers a harmonious blend of sweetness and acidity. The glossy, bright red ripe "Amaou" strawberries add a jewel-like aesthetic to this visually appealing dish. For the Crème d’Anjou, a rich fromage blanc dessert, carefully selected seasonal domestic strawberries are pureed into a luxurious sauce.

In addition to these, the buffet includes a selection of zodiac-themed sweets. A snake-shaped brioche filled with strawberries and cream is sure to be a conversation starter, with each snake sporting a unique, playful expression. A chocolate mousse adorned with a dynamically shaped snake made of coconut jelly is another eye-catching offering. This dessert combines the rich flavors of raspberry-flavored chocolate mousse and crème brûlée.

A highlight of the buffet is the chocolate fountain featuring the hotel’s original "Grande H" chocolate. Pastry Chef Kaneko journeyed to France to create this exclusive blend, which boasts a rich, powerful cacao flavor with spicy, woody undertones. Guests can indulge in this special chocolate by dipping strawberries and other ingredients of their choice.

The savory selection includes five types of dishes. Among them are sandwiches made with strawberry-flavored melon bread filled with Iberian ham and cream cheese, a quiche featuring winter vegetables, and tartines of house-smoked salmon (smoked slowly for 7-8 hours with cherry wood smoke chips) and rapeseed blossoms on baguettes.

This all-strawberry afternoon tea, featuring sweets crafted by a world-champion pastry team and savories reflecting the passion of the "French Kitchen" chef, offers a luxurious way to celebrate the start of the new year.

Menu Highlights

Sweets

Nyoho Strawberry Shortcake
Amaou Strawberry Paris-Brest
Strawberry Crème d’Anjou
Strawberry White Chocolate Mousse
Snake Strawberry Brioche
Fortune Chocolate Mousse
Hotel Original Chocolate "Grande H" Chocolate Fountain

Savories

Strawberry Melon Bread Sandwich with Iberian Ham and Cream Cheese
Quiche with Bacon, Lotus Root, and Salsify
Tartine with Smoked Salmon, Mimosa, and Rapeseed Blossoms
Chicken Tortilla Wrap with Celeriac and Spinach
Tartlet with Pork Rillette and Walnuts

Scones

Strawberry and Chocolate Scone
Plain Scone
Clotted Cream / Strawberry Jam

Tea

Selection from Los Angeles-based premium organic tea brand "ART OF TEA"
Cafe Latte (iced/hot) and Cappuccino (iced/hot) are also available.

Event Details

Venue: Grand Hyatt Tokyo (3-minute walk from Roppongi Station)
Address: 6-10-3 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 〒106-0032 (MAP)
Event Period: December 26, 2024 (Thursday) – January 31, 2025 (Friday)
Time: Ends at 5:00 PM (Last Entry 3:30 PM)
- Weekdays: 2-hour time limit
- Weekends & Holidays: 90-minute time limit
Price:
- Weekdays: 7,150 yen
- With a glass of champagne: 8,800 yen
- Prices include tax and a 15% service charge
Inquiries: Grand Hyatt Tokyo French Kitchen (Direct Line) – 03-4333-8781
Official Website: https://www.tokyo.grand.hyatt.co.jp/restaurants/recommended/french-kitchen-sweetsfesta-afternoontea/#strawberry

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What Makes Japanese Strawberries Unique?

Japanese strawberries are known for their high quality, achieved through careful cultivation techniques. They are often grown in controlled environments like greenhouses, where conditions such as temperature, humidity, and sunlight are precisely managed. This results in strawberries that are consistently sweet, juicy, and aromatic.

Farmers in Japan blend traditional methods with modern technology to improve the flavor and texture of their strawberries. The soil is enriched with organic matter, and hand-pollination is used to maintain uniformity and quality. This dedication is reflected in the strawberries’ appearance, which are typically larger, more vibrant, and conically shaped.

Certain varieties, like Amaou and Tochiotome, are particularly prized and can be quite expensive. These strawberries are often given as gifts and are featured in high-end culinary settings.

In summary, the combination of precise farming practices and cultural significance contributes to the reputation of Japanese strawberries as a premium product.