Pure Indulgence at AMMO

Last Sunday’s clear skies made it the perfect day to enjoy afternoon tea! Savoring it amidst lush greenery only enhanced the experience. Such a picturesque setting is easy to find—just head to AMMO, located within the Asia Society Hong Kong Center, to bask in its beautiful surroundings. AMMO’s interior design combines luxurious copper tones with industrial elements, creating a tranquil oasis away from the city’s hustle and bustle. This time, AMMO has partnered with the pure beauty brand CHANTECAILLE to present a French botanical-inspired afternoon tea! The pure white and soft lavender tones deliver an elegant visual appeal. For beverages, you can add $68 to enjoy the Peacock's Garden cocktail! Made with vodka, lime juice, apple juice, kiwi, basil, and butterfly pea flower, it offers a fruity and slightly tipsy sensation. For non-drinkers, the Purple Sparkler mocktail—crafted with grape juice, lemon water, and soda—provides a refreshing tangy taste. The four savory dishes are equally enticing and visually appealing. Slow-cooked scallops with yuzu jelly! The snow-white scallops are slow-cooked to achieve a tender texture, perfectly complemented by the refreshing yuzu jelly for a layered flavor experience. Beetroot salmon with French cream and dragon fruit! The chef marinates the salmon with beetroot for added fragrance, wraps it in smooth French cream, and tops it with sweet dragon fruit, delivering a soft and fresh taste. Purple sweet potato honey Greek yogurt tart with fried chickpeas! The purple sweet potato is hidden within the honey Greek yogurt tart, topped with crispy fried chickpeas. Each bite is crunchy, light, and delightful. Taro cream finger sandwiches! The creamy taro filling is rich and flavorful, paired with white bread for a satisfying treat. The scones, served with clotted cream and signature rose strawberry jam, are irresistibly tempting—I couldn’t resist having half a piece to satisfy my cravings. The four desserts are ready to impress with their purple and white hues that are simply eye-catching. Lavender crème brûlée! Though I usually avoid lavender-flavored desserts due to artificial tastes, this lavender crème brûlée was surprisingly delicious. The subtle lavender aroma paired with the egg custard left a lasting impression. Coconut panna cotta with purple sweet potato tapioca pearls! The smooth panna cotta is enhanced with coconut flavor, paired with chewy purple sweet potato tapioca pearls and sago for a tropical twist. Lilac meringue vanilla macarons! The double crunchiness creates a delightful explosion in your mouth, making it a treat for sweet tooths. Blueberry cheesecake with its artistic swirls is a visual delight. The rich cheesecake, fresh blueberries, and crispy base offer a light yet refined texture. The afternoon tea set includes coffee or tea, featuring the rare Tea Forte pyramid tea bags! My favorite is the Ginger Lemongrass tea, which I can never tire of. Every afternoon tea set purchase comes with a CHANTECAILLE gift (valued at $438) while supplies last. The AMMO x CHANTECAILLE French botanical-inspired afternoon tea is available daily from now until August 31, from 3 PM to 6 PM, priced at $388 for two people (plus a 10% service charge).