Imperial Christmas Tea Time at the Ritz Paris: an exceptional interlude in the heart of the festive season

Looking for the best Christmas tea times in Paris? We tested the Imperial Christmas Tea Time at the Ritz Paris for you, and the experience lived up to expectations. Seated in the sublime Salon Marie-Louise, amid glittering gilding and infinite mirror reflections, we let ourselves be guided by a culinary choreography in three acts, brilliantly orchestrated by chefs Jérôme Legras and François Perret. Every weekend from November 30, 2024 to January 5, 2025, this unique experience invites you to rediscover the French art of living in all its splendor.

As soon as we arrive, the magic happens. The Salon Marie-Louise, with its richly ornate ceilings and monumental chandelier, envelops us in a hushed atmosphere. The first notes of the harp sound, and the first act begins.

A ballet of festive flavors

Service begins with a glass of Barons de Rothschild champagne or a non-alcoholic sparkling wine. This is followed by a festival of refined savory dishes: light gougères, delicate caviar and blinis, and elegant sandwiches.

We continue with a sublime hot Comté soufflé accompanied by a truffle cream to die for. Each bite is an ode to French gastronomic savoir-faire, perfectly balanced between finesse and gourmandise.

Then it's on to the second act, and what a show it is! The crêpes Suzette, flambéed in front of us, fill the room with a bewitching orange fragrance. It's a real treat, oscillating between gastronomic showmanship and childhood memories.

To accompany the sweet part, we chose two delicious beverages: pure Panama hot chocolate by François Perret and Matcha Latte for lovers of good tea.

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Did you think you were done? Not at all! Then there's the sweet display, featuring scones, chocolate wafers and Gavottes.

We then move on to the warm apple puff pastry, with its compote and apple pieces.

Finally, there's nothing quite like chocolate soufflé, which transports us into a world of comforting flavors.

A service designed like a work of art

Everything here is orchestrated with millimetric precision, in a breathtaking setting. The waiters, discreet and attentive, take part in this fluid staging where nothing is left to chance. Each plate tells a story, between tradition and modernity, and the harp chords prolong this bubble of timeless sweetness.

For whom?

At €175 per person, this Tea Time is an experience reserved for lovers of exceptional moments. Perfect for celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a luxurious interlude during the festive season, it will appeal to gourmets and lovers of an intimate, elegant atmosphere alike.

As a reminder, this exceptional offer is ephemeral. It runs from November 30, 2024 to January 5, 2025, every Saturday and Sunday at 1:30pm or 4:30pm, in the sumptuous Salon Marie-Louise at the Ritz Paris. Not to be confused with the snack offer in the Salon Proust , which is still available. Reservations are essential, and should be made by e-mail to restauration@ritzparis.com. Offered at lunchtime, this tea time serves as a complete meal. A word of advice: if, like us, you choose the afternoon time, plan a very light lunch.

This festive experience, combining luxury and gastronomy, is an invitation to experience a unique moment, perfect for celebrating a special occasion or treating yourself to an out-of-the-ordinary break in the heart of Paris. We leave enchanted and eager to return. Tea Time Impérial at the Ritz is more than just a snack: it's a true experience, a moment suspended in the heart of the capital.