Our guide to throwing a Bridgerton-themed afternoon tea party at home

The year is quickly coming to a close and it won’t be long before the festivities are in full swing. If you’re planning to stitch together a fun and memorable gathering to round up 2024, then we have an idea in mind.

How about an opulent Bridgerton-themed soiree, where you can recreate a charming afternoon tea setting laden with decadent treats, just like in the much-loved historical romance series?

It’s definitely an affair to remember, what with its florals, laces and pastel hues — it will undoubtedly make for picture-perfect shots, too! 

Set the table with food and decorations that you can order from the comfort of your home

If hosting an authentic Bridgerton-themed afternoon tea experience is up your alley, head to the Grab app, which offers a host of popular brands from the Grab Signatures list.

Think Chagee, Fong Sheng Hao and Cinnabon (which are exclusively on the Grab platform) for luscious cakes, pastries and teas — must-have treats at every afternoon tea affair.

Don’t forget to set the table with exquisite chinaware from your pantry — it’s all about replicating those elegant, romantic vibes, after all. But if you’re lacking on that front, you can easily source them from a range of lifestyle brands on GrabMart. 

Throwing parties, such as a Bridgerton-themed event, is effortless, especially when we can get our dining and household necessities all in one place, and delivered to your doorstep, too.

Here’s what we ordered from these Grab Signatures brands to pull off our themed afternoon tea soiree.

1. Cinnabon 

In the raved Bridgerton series, you’ll probably catch plenty of scenes of the ladies-in-waiting and debutantes gathered at the table, sipping on tea and nibbling on bite-sized pastries as they dish out the latest gossip. 

We think the cinnamon rolls from Cinnabon are sweet accompaniments to the party, which are petite morsels that your guests can easily pop into their mouths. They’re indulgent and loaded with sweet fillings, too, so we can imagine that they’ll be a hit at the gathering. 

A pro-tip is to display the cinnamon rolls on an ornate, tiered serving stand, so that it makes for an eye-catching centrepiece when your guests enter the room.

We’d order the bestselling Minibons gift box (S$42.60 for a box of nine) for sharing, which comes with a varied assortment of irresistible flavours that you can mix and match, such as the luscious Chocobon, caramel Pecanbon and cookies and Creambon. 

If you’re a stickler for tradition, though, you can get the set of nine in Cinnabon’s signature classic flavour, which sees fluffy, delightful rolls topped with swirls of cream cheese frosting. 

If you’d like a heftier, individual portion to enjoy on your own, you can opt for Cinnabon’s big classic (S$7.80) or big caramel Pecanbon cinnamon rolls that are much more substantial to munch on.

2. Fong Sheng Hao

When it comes to afternoon tea, finger sandwiches are staples at the table. They’re typically included in the savoury course — along with old-fashioned buttery scones, which are served with clotted cream and jam — and pair perfectly with the delicate, nuanced flavours of tea.

For our Bridgerton-themed afternoon tea, we turned to Fong Sheng Hao for its charcoal-grilled sandwiches, which are delightful treats chock-full of fresh ingredients. There are also a range of sweet and savoury fillings to choose from, depending on what you’re craving.  

For savouries, we’d go for the club sandwich signature charcoal toast (S$10.60), which sees a juicy slab of marinated pork loin, egg and cheese nestled between slices of toasted bread. 

Otherwise, Fong Sheng Hao’s pork floss egg signature charcoal toast (S$8.80) is another lovely option that features crispy bits of pork floss and creamy condensed milk slathered on a toast for that sweet-savoury punch. 

Sweet-toothed guests will likely enjoy the Nutella chocolate special (S$6.80) or peanut butter special (S$6.80). Of these, we preferred the former, which has an indulgent chocolate hazelnut spread atop a buttery toast.

3. Chagee 

For beverages, why not go for Chagee, reputed for its handcrafted premium milk teas? It’s one of the hottest milk tea brands of late and tea aficionados have been more than eager to get their hands on a cup (despite the long queues) — so, we’re positive your guests will love it too! 

Good news, as Chagee is a Grab Signatures brand that’s available exclusively on the Grab platform — so you no longer have to brave the snaking lines just to savour its beverages! Simply place an order on the app, and have it delivered to your party in no time.

For those who relish lighter flavours, we’d recommend the rose pu-er milk tea (S$5.70 for a regular, S$6.40 for a large), which is a fragrant, floral-forward beverage that’s brewed with red roses and pu-er tea. 

The Ceylon milk tea (S$5.40 for a regular, S$6.40 for a large) is pretty decadent, too. It uses a quality blend of various premium Ceylon teas. The result: A smooth, aromatic finish and a robust, full-bodied flavour that all milk tea lovers will enjoy. 

You can also pair your tea beverages with Chagee’s cakes, which come in tantalising tea-centric flavours such as the oolong macchiato mousse cake (S$7.90) and osmanthus pandan cake (S$8.20).

Other Grab-exclusive brands with tea-time offerings

If you’d like to showcase a larger variety of tea-time offerings at your Bridgerton-themed soiree, there is also a host of other sought-after brands from the Grab Signatures lineup that you can order from. 

For instance, Paris Baguette has a comprehensive collection of cakes and pastries to choose from, while Tim Hortons has a well-loved selection of donuts. The Marmalade Pantry also has a drool-worthy range of cupcakes and other dainty treats. 

So, take your time to browse the various brands on the app and pick what suits your party best!

This article was written in partnership with Grab.  

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