AL FORSAN Afternoon Tea & Saray Spa at Marriott Hotel Al Forsan Abu Dhabi.

AL FORSAN Afternoon Tea Review

Afternoon tea has been a ritual for almost 150 years, and this luxurious norm has turned it into an art form. The concept was introduced to Britain in the 1840s by Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bedford. She complained of hunger during the late afternoon & felt ‘sinking feeling.’ Hence was served with a pot of delicious Darjeeling tea, bread, butter, and a few biscuits – Anna realized she felt much better. It was from there onwards that the traditional afternoon tea concept was born. The history continues with, of course, different changes over the years except for the quintessentially British traditional afternoon tea.

     

Last week we were invited to try out Al Forsan Afternoon tea in the Lobby Lounge at Marriott Hotel Al Forsan in Abu Dhabi. This ritual at 5star property is a perfect combination of sweet, savory, scones & tea selection.

Tea Selection:

Created by a team of Chefs this afternoon tea is perfectly priced with a wide range of choices for tea & coffee. English breakfast, earl grey, Jasmine Gold, Peppermint & Chamomile. Plus, our favorite from the lobby lounge classic cappuccino & latte.

   

Savory:

Every detail of 3 tier stand for this afternoon tea is exquisite. Seed bread raw cacao roasted grass-fed fillet of beef on are made with finest ingredients. We loved Scottish Salmon on beetroot and caraway sandwich was tasty. Mr. K like the gorgeous micro cress cucumber & cream cheese finger sandwich, Falafel ciabatta well represent the regional taste love.

      

Sweet:

The main spectacle of our afternoon was the fabulous selection of patisserie, and I loved the eye-catching twist they added on each creation. My favorite was Lychee & Raspberry Dome on a Breton Biscuit Crust; it was tangy. Just as lovely was the signature date cake the Lemon drizzle cake & (cutely presented on a lolly stick).

       

           

My favorite creations from their presentation and intricacy of sweet & savory items were the three pictured here.

  • The unusual and decadent bright orange cumin & pumpkin macaron filled with chicken crackling.
  • The showstopper Mango & Cardamom Kilner jar with precious pearls.
  • The vivid green pistachio financiers with Persian rose nectar.

           

All three were stunning to look at plus rich & delicious in taste.

Scones:

WOW, Factor! Of course, no afternoon tea is complete without scones. The ones we tasted at Al Forsan Afternoon tea were Light, warm, and buttery. It came with thick clotted cream & delicate homemade preserves. They were fluffy and flakey at the same time with golden nuts crusted tops.

Verdict:

Al Forsan Afternoon tea is the perfect foil for a classic and elegant experience that has just won our hearts. It is not too fashionably contemporary; however, it is still perfectly comfortable & unique. Each course offerings were not just visually stunning but also tasted delicious. 👌 Service is top-notch. It is ideal for a business meeting as well as timeout with friends.

SARAY Spa Review:

Saray Spa is a health and wellness haven at @marriottalforsan #inabudhabi
With nine treatment rooms and a hammam, tranquil indoor relaxation areas, showers, steam rooms, saunas, ice fountains, and Jacuzzis, this is one of the most lavish spa facility in the Capital.

   

We were invited to review their couple’s massage services. The first impression of this stunningly furnished facility was striking. Front desk staff seems to be quite in a hurry is dealing with guests though. We were served with tea and towel before proceeding to our treatment room.

Our therapist, after introducing themselves, made us feel comfortable in the perfectly steady, rightly cushioned massage bed. They kept checking for the pressure level and pain threshold. Sometimes you need that extra bit of pampering & relaxing strokes, and that’s what I rightly achieved after booking at Saray Spa. My stress & stiff back’s pain was disappeared with their classic Swedish massage. It relaxes & eases my anxiety and sent me to serene aura for a good 60 minutes.

If it’s your first time at the spa or you didn’t get a massage often, a Swedish massage here would be my recommendation as a good fit for beginners. The therapist was brilliant; she made me feel very relaxed and did the bright therapeutic style of massage treatment. You may choose from a variety of offerings that combines oils or lotion with an array of wellness techniques.

Our Swedish massage treatment experience at Saray Spa was magical. I was feeling renewed and transformed. Best three words to put up my review at the wellness hub are Zen, Rejuvenating, and blissful, best massage experience indeed! Due to a shortage of time, I didn’t utilize the facilities (Jacuzzi & sauna), but the spa looks so lavish & it’d clean, tidy & well-maintained space. They have separate Men’s & Women’s Lounges & offer Therapy baths as well.

Essentials:

Al Forsan Afternoon Tea

Location: Lobby Lounge

Saray Spa

Hours: Mon-Sun: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

The appointment is Required.

Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, Street 12, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi

Telephone: 02 201 4000

Website: www.marriottalforsanlife.com INSTAGRAM

P.S. Our Massage treatment & afternoon tea was complimentary. All views are as always, my own. My views are not influenced by anyone other than my own taste buds & A PERFECT CUPPA COFFEE & ZEN & RELAXATION in this case!

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