Mother’s Day High Tea
Celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday 12 May at 1pm with an exquisite Royal High Tea at Moraine Lodge.

EVENT DETAILS

Live the life of a royal by making Moraine Lodge your own this Mother’s Day.

Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of our Royal High Tea, envisioned by our Culinary Director, Corey Hume, and complemented with the expert execution of delicious bites by our Pastry Chef, Jennie. A low or no sugar approach to patisserie showcases the produce grown on-site and local delicacies, allowing the full flavour of our products to shine.

This unique offering is served on a luxurious three-tier stand designed for two to share. Delight in a symphony of flavours, from the exquisite Strawberry creation with Valrhona Strawberry chocolate to the decadent cherry delicacy and the tantalizing ‘inverted’ lemon meringue pie, providing a delightful balance of sweet and sour. Smoked Longfin Eel and beef carpaccio tartlets add a savoury touch, while the whipped goat cheese with honey and edible flowers provide a whimsical twist. The symphony of flavours is accompanied by warm scones, homemade raspberry jam and whipped mascarpone. Each person will receive a complimentary glass of New Zealand sparkling wine and choice of tea or coffee classics.

Moraine Lodge stands as a beacon of luxury in New Zealand. It offers a refined ambiance with its travertine floors, grand fireplace, and opulent chandelier. Treat yourself and your special someone to a genteel experience reminiscent of a bygone era.

Dietary requirements:

Gluten-free and vegetarian requirements can be accommodated with advance notice upon booking. Some items may contain gelatin. Unfortunately, vegan and dairy-free options are not available.

Cost:

The cost per person is $125.

Time:

1pm at Moraine Lodge.

Gift vouchers and booking:

If you can’t join us on Mother’s Day, enquire about a Royal High Tea Gift Voucher for a later indulgence. For vouchers, add-on packages, please email reservations@mtcookretreat.nz or call +64 22 1822 197

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Mother’s Day High Tea

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Celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday 12 May at 1pm with an exquisite Royal High Tea at Moraine Lodge.

Royal High Tea

Royal High Tea

Indulge in timeless elegance at Moraine Lodge. Immerse yourself in a world of exquisite pastries and delicious tea, served in a luxury setting with beautiful views. This experience includes a complimentary glass of sparkling wine.

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This retreat is luxury at its finest. The villa was absolutely breath taking, glorious, luxurious, well appointed, comfortable, amazing. The table was set for a three course dinner, which was bought to us in stages over the evening, and it was delicious and luscious. The wine was divine. A welcome cake greeted us, as did a lovely fruit bowl, welcome tots of gin and whiskey, provisions in the fridge for snacking. The bed was very comfortable, the bedding luxurious. The bathroom with full length window overlooking Mount Cook was perfect. Each villa has their own spa overlooking the grounds (Peking ducks, goats, deer roaming around) and the gorgeous Mount Cook and surrounds. Perfect for a midnight dip. Staff were welcoming and lovely. Our stay is one we will remember forever and we wish we were able to stay longer.
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