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The Lanesborough, London
Regency Romance Reimagined In Taste And Theatre
The Lanesborough, London, announced the latest in its series of seasonal afternoon teas, inspired by Bridgerton, created in partnership with Netflix and Shondaland. To celebrate the premiere of Bridgerton Season 4 on 29 January 2026, The Lanesborough is launching the new limited-edition tea that will pay homage to the Regency era; a time of great revelling and high style, of elegant parties, balls, and grand dinners, with a contemporary twist. Season 4 debuts in two batches on Netflix: 29 January 2026 and 26 February 2026.
Setting the scene, the new Bridgerton Afternoon Tea will continue to take place in The Lanesborough’s decorated dining room. A Regency icon in the capital, beneath the original sky dome there is bas-relief artwork cast from 250 different mouldings, evoking a sense of Regency neo-classical grandeur. Crafted by The Lanesborough’s Head Pastry Chef, Jolan Thiry, the menu will pay tribute to the key characters and moments in Bridgerton Season 4.
Bridgerton at The Lanesborough - Afternoon Tea - Finger sandwiches and pastry tartlets will comprise of Westcombe cheddar, spring onion aioli, Scottish smoked salmon, citrus crème fraiche, Spicy harissa chicken and basil, Cucumber, avocado and mint with a slider of Truffled potato bun. Finger sandwiches are also available as Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten free.
To accompany the savoury flavours and The Lanesborough’s delectable scones, cream and jam, Thiry’s curated cake and sweet treat concept will include four signature highlights, embracing:
The Lady in Silver - Crowning the lavish tea stand, this sharing cake serves as a radiant tribute to Sophie, this season’s leading lady. Mysterious, refined and unmistakably elegant, it embodies the allure of a Bridgerton Masquerade ball. A hand-crafted sponge layered with zesty lemon, vanilla whipped cream and yuzu gel, finished with a shimmering silver leaf, edible pearls and adorned with a masquerade mask.
Benedict’s Masquerade - A tribute to Benedict Bridgerton and his devotion to beauty and the arts. This indulgent creation layers silky chocolate and tonka mousse with hazelnut praline, set upon a delicate chocolate sable with a chocolate masquerade mask.
Let Love Take Flight - Presented as a delicate cameo, this refined creation draws inspiration from a touching scene with Benedict and Sophie. Silken blackberry mousse rests upon a light sesame sponge, understated, expressive, and captivating.
Cottage Bloom - A floral cake that captures the romance of an English garden in gentle bloom. Soft layers are infused with ginger and green apple mousse, green apple compote and a ginger sable. Finished with a hand- crafted floral, this cake invites a moment of pause, a nod to Sophie’s love of nature, contemplation, and the quiet beauty she finds nestled among Benedict’s gardens.
Cocktail - Forbidden Love - A crystal glass crowned with a masquerade mask sets the scene for Benedict and Sophie’s fateful meeting. Another Hendrick’s gin is artfully blended with vanilla and lemon, finished with London Essence Peach & Jasmine Soda for a floral, effervescent flourish. Garnished with a mist of rose water.
Cocktail – Beneath the Mask - Non-alcoholic. A seductive masquerade of passion fruit and lychee unfolds with notes of vanilla and lemon, crowned with London Essence Peach & Jasmine Soda and a fragrant mist of rose water.