The Carlton Tower Jumeirah has created ‘The Season for Dreams’, which will see the hotel transformed into a spellbinding winter utopia. Inspired by the snowy villages of fairytale books and days gone by, ‘The Season for Dreams’, will transport guests on a captivating adventure designed to surprise and delight during the most wonderful time of the year.
Masterfully designed by renowned royal florist Moyses Stevens — whose history dates to 1876 — the lobby’s festive installation will incorporate ice-like decorations and crystallised ornaments creating a perpetually frozen land. Children will also be able to post their letters from the lobby to Lapland with the hotel’s own Christmas post-box, whilst the ‘Santa’s Mission’ programme during Christmas week promises an exciting range of activities for little ones.
The General Manager of The Carlton Tower Jumeirah, the utterly charming Gianluca Priori said they are committed to delivering luxurious festive enchantment this holiday season by providing guests with the opportunity to experience the charm of ‘The Season for Dreams’.
“Our range of limited-edition festive offerings have been designed to delight and surprise guests, while also showcasing Jumeirah’s signature hospitality,” Gianluca said. “This year’s captivating campaign will ensure that guests have not only an unforgettable stay, but an extraordinary Christmas.”
Festive Tea Time
Putting a seasonal twist on its award-winning offering, the hotel launched a Festive Afternoon Tea for £75 per adult, available now until 5 January 2024, in partnership with Jessica Preálpato, featuring an enticing new range of sweet and savoury delights. For a memorable Christmas experience, join The Carlton Tower Jumeirah for a Christmas Day Tea for £95 per adult.
Dishes include a chestnut, truffle and cranberry tart, a brioche with crème fraiche, smoked salmon and caviar, a selection of mini turkey and berry jam sandwiches and cheese crème brûlée to finish. These savoury bites sit alongside a delightful selection of sweet treats, with standout dishes including an orange and cinnamon butter powder tart and an apple, clove and cajou tart, both are bound to delight with their classic Christmas flavours.
The hotel is also offering two signature desserts throughout the festive period — a Christmas log (single £15; log £80), available in both individual and large sizes, and a Couronne des Rois (single £8; large £55) with tasting notes of orange blossom and candied orange — both of which promise a truly delectable ending to a Christmas meal.
For the Scone Connoisseur
Guests looking for a light mid-afternoon snack can indulge in The Carlton Tower’s Scone Bar, offering an exciting range of flavours. Available until 5 January 2024 at The Chinoiserie from 12-5 pm, the experience includes a selection of six scones per person, paired with Mariage Freres Tea Jelly, and a pot of your preferred tea. Experience it all for £35 per person, or £50 per person with a glass of champagne or non-alcoholic sparkling tea.
Scone lovers can enjoy seasonal favourites such as cinnamon, sultana and chocolate, or can choose to indulge in a selection inspired by nature, such as basil, nettle, fennel, chamomile and hibiscus. There are also sesame and coffee scones on the menu, offering a more unique take. The scones are also available to take away — with six scones available for £26 and three condiments, or eight scones with four condiments for £32 — a lovely pre-Christmas gift for loved ones or friends.
A Taste of Christmas in Italy with Al Mare
The hotel’s flagship restaurant, Al Mare will be offering a five-course Christmas Eve menu of modern Italian dishes. For the starter, enjoy Dover scallops with Oscietra caviar, cannellini beans, truffle & violet cauliflower carpaccio.
The main course consists of steamed lobster with artichoke, potato, saffron and a white cabbage. Priced at £150 per person, the menu is inspired by Executive Chef Giuseppe Parisi’s childhood home of The Bay of Naples, offering a unique take on the traditional Christmas Eve celebrations.
For those wanting the Christmas experience before Christmas Eve, a three-course menu including coffee or tea is available at £45 per person, until 5 January. For starters, try the beef tartare with winter truffle, egg yolk and crispy raspberry; or Warm octopus with cannellini beans and cavolo nero. For the main course, indulge in the Orange risotto with razor clams or the Lamb chops “Milanese style,” with spicy chard and lamb jus. To finish off the night, luxuriate in Italian tiramisu or Panettone-French toast style, with vanilla and orange zest ice cream.
A Christmas Feast
For those looking to elevate their Christmas and Boxing day festivities, indulge in a fine dining experience, with Al Mare’s set menu comprising a selection of traditional festive dishes. The menu is priced at £120 per person and dishes are served family-style, with starters like Chicken in Blankets with stewed red cabbage and orange — a fun take on the classic pigs in blankets. For the main course, Al Mare offers the more traditional Roast Turkey, served with a Yorkshire pudding, brussels sprouts, and cranberry sauce. After the main course, partake in a Cheese Plate with flavours of Montgomery’s cheddar and Shropshire blue, served with chutney and warm bread. To end the night, delight in a Christmas Pudding or Mince Pie.
New Year’s Eve with The Carlton Countdown
Join The Carlton Tower Jumeirah for the perfect New Year’s Eve, beginning with a six-course dinner at Al Mare. Afterwards, dance the night away, and end the celebration with fireworks.
The six-course dinner, including a glass of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs, is priced at £190 per person. Beginning with the amuse bouche, try flavours like the Gillardeau oyster with Oscietra caviar, wasabi and celery. Afterwards, dive into the Winter Cod Salad starter with homemade pickles, green olives and parsley sauce. After this, transition to the Artichoke risotto with cuttlefish and black ink, and the Seared Tuna Belly with cavolo nero, almond and finger lime. End the meal with a Mont Blanc dessert.
For those wanting to skip the dinner and go straight to the party, it’s priced at £350 per person. This includes exclusive access to The Carlton Countdown — New Year’s Eve Party at The Peak. The night includes a free flow of house beverages and canapés with a glass of house champagne to welcome 2024, beginning at 10:30pm until late. For those wanting to indulge in both, the dinner and party is only £490 a person.
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