Afternoon Tea Awards 2025 - 'Award of Excellence'

Enjoy an Indian-inspired Afternoon Tea at Kinaara at InterContinental London - The O2, where traditional Western techniques meet the rich, aromatic flavours of Indian cuisine. Thoughtfully crafted by chefs Tanuj and Narayan, this year's winners of Bake Off: The Professionals 2024, the menu showcases an array of dishes infused with spices and tastes from diverse regions of India.

Served in InterContinental's London - The O2 beautifully designed fine dining Indian restaurant, Kinaara, this unique Afternoon Tea is accompanied by breath-taking views of the River Thames and London's Canary Wharf. The name Kinaara draws inspiration from the Hindi meaning of 'on the edge of', perfectly reflecting its location on the edge of the riverbank, an inspiration for the Afternoon Tea name, Chai By The Shore.

Chai By The Shore offers a unique Afternoon Tea experience, with an expertly crafted menu. Begin with a selection of traditional Indian street food delicacies such as Dahi Puri and Aachari Chicken Brioche, alongside a Corn & Cheese Khasta filled with tandoori spiced cottage cheese. Followed by an array of sweet treats, diners can enjoy a Cherry & Pistachio Choux, Mango & Fennel and heritage-style Mava & Rava. The Afternoon Tea is perfectly finished off with a selection of scones and khari, served with clotted cream, strawberry jams and Darjeeling jelly.

The InterContinental London - The O2 is a stunning hotel located on the banks of the River Thames, in the buzzing Greenwich Peninsula. The Hotel's location is easily accessible by London Underground at the North Greenwich stop and is immediately adjacent to The O2 Arena and ICON Shopping Outlet.