From September 26 to November 30, 2020, Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto will collaborate with internationally acclaimed flower artist Nicolai Bergmann to offer the limited-time "Nicolai Bergmann Afternoon Tea," a colorful expression of Nicolai's unique worldview through sweets.

The "Nicolai Bergmann Afternoon Tea" will be available for approximately two months under two color themes, each with a different menu. The first half, from September 26 to October 31, will feature pop colors that evoke the lingering afterglow of summer, while the second half, from November 1 to 30, will feature a chic, mature color theme evoking the deepening of autumn. Executive Pastry Chef Yoshihide Hamamoto will present five sweets that are both visually appealing and bring out the deliciousness of seasonal ingredients. The five sweets on offer during both periods will feature a unique blend of Japanese and Western elements, including sweets inspired by the brand's signature "flower box," a design by Nicolai himself, and moss balls inspired by the moss found in the Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto's Japanese garden, Sekisuien. Among them, the crunchy Nordic-style scones, inspired by Nicolai Bergmann's homeland of Denmark, are exclusive to this collaboration afternoon tea. These unique scones, slightly different from the Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto's signature scones, renowned for their moist texture, are paired with plenty of honey. For beverages, we offer a selection of 22 premium teas from Ronnefeldt, a world-leading German tea manufacturer founded in 1823, as well as a wide variety of non-tea beverages. Guests can enjoy the combination of various tea flavors with sweets and savory dishes to their heart's content. In addition, each guest who dine on this collaborative afternoon tea will receive an original Nicolai Bergmann handkerchief.

Enjoy an autumn afternoon immersed in the artistic world of Nicolai Bergmann in the elegant and tranquil space of the resort-like Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, overlooking the historic pond garden.

Afternoon tea expressing the colorful worldview of flower artist Nicolai Bergmann
Flower artist Nicolai Bergmann
Nicolai Bergmann Afternoon Tea
Period: Saturday, September 26th to Monday, November 30th, 2020
[First half] Saturday, September 26th to Saturday, October 31st, 2020
[Second half] Sunday, November 1st to Monday, November 30th, 2020

■Time: 12:00 - 14:30 / 15:00 - 17:30
*There are two sessions within the above time slots.

■Price: ¥5,300 per person on weekdays / ¥5,900 on weekends and holidays
*A 15% service charge and 10% consumption tax will be added to the displayed price.

■Menu: The pop color-themed menu for the first half (September 26th to October 31st) is as follows.
The second half of the menu will be posted on our website from mid-October onwards.

Sweets (5 types)
- Edible Flower Cube
Inspired by Nikolai Bergmann's signature flower box. Edible flowers are enclosed in a transparent jelly with the scent of orange blossoms. It is a refreshing dish that pairs well with the light yogurt mousse.

Edible Flower Cube inspired by Nicolai's flower boxes
・Matcha and Raspberry Mousse
Inspired by the moss in Sekisuien Garden, which is located within the hotel, this matcha mousse with raspberry jam is inspired by a moss ball and incorporates Japanese essence. Be sure to enjoy the vivid color contrast between the green of the cross-section and the magenta hue.

Matcha and Raspberry Mousse inspired by a moss ball
- Butterfly pea and grape jelly
The tartness of butterfly pea is combined with the gentle sweetness of lemon juice and white grapes to create a refreshing jelly. The striking blue color of butterfly pea and Kyoto purple, the color theme of this afternoon tea, make this a cute dish that is a feast for the eyes as well.

・Rose and Berry Macarons
These macarons are adorable in appearance and aroma, topped with rose-scented cream and fresh berries.

・Orange and Thyme Tart
A tart made with a cream that combines orange-flavored custard cream and whipped cream, and generously topped with orange sauce, and topped with fresh orange. The vivid color contrast with the fresh thyme makes this a refreshing tart.

Savory (4 varieties)

・Herb-Flavored Mini Chicken Burgers
Made without any oil, chicken breast meat is marinated in honey to tenderize it, and then rolled up to create a moist and juicy burger. The herbs and edible flowers make this a dish that is adorable in appearance as well.
・Pumpkin Crème Brûlée
Enjoy the contrast between the sweetness of the pumpkin soup and the bitterness of the caramelized tuile.

・Pumpkin Crème Brûlée
Enjoy the contrast between the sweetness of the pumpkin soup and the bitterness of the caramelized tuile.

・Homemade Smoked Salmon Sandwich
Smoked salmon is a local dish from Denmark, the home country of Nicolai Bergmann. This is a speciality dish in which brasserie chef Takachika Koga smokes homemade smoked salmon and presents it as a colorful open sandwich.

・Edamame Tart
The tart dough is made with edamame paste and finely crushed edamame, capturing the flavor of the edamame within the tart.

Scones (2 types)

These Nordic-style scones, with their addictive crunchy texture, will be available for a limited time during Afternoon Tea at the restaurant brasserie on the first floor of the building. Makes a great souvenir.

・Lemon Scone
A scone with a refreshing lemon flavor that harmonizes perfectly with the sweets.

・Herb Scone
A scone with a subtle rosemary scent. Perfect as a palate cleanser between sweets.

Drinks

We offer a total of 22 types of black tea, including 18 types of premium tea from Ronnefeldt of Germany and 4 types of the finest tea leaves, the Tea Star Collection. In addition to black tea, you can enjoy as much as you like of a total of 28 types of drinks, including Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto House Blend coffee, espresso, cafe latte, cappuccino, and two types of hot chocolate, a popular menu item at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto made with luxurious Valrhona chocolate. A welcome drink is included.

Executive Pastry Chef Hamamoto Yoshihide
5 types of sweets, 4 types of savory dishes, 2 types of scones
■ Reservations and inquiries: Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Address: 445-3 Myohoinmaegawacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0932 Tel: 075-541-8288 (Main) Website: https://www.fourseasons.com/jp/kyoto/ About Nicolai Bergmann Nicolai Bergmann is a flower artist from Denmark. He continues to produce unique works that combine a Scandinavian sense of style with a Japanese sensibility that pays attention to detail. His activities are broad, and in addition to flower design, he has also worked on collaborative design projects with some of the world's leading companies in the fields of fashion and design. In addition to operating 14 flower boutiques both in Japan and overseas, he also operates galleries and cafes. The flower box arrangements he created himself will celebrate their 20th anniversary in 2020, and to commemorate this, an exhibition titled "The Flower BOX Exhibition Celebrating 20 years with the original Nicolai Bergmann flower box" will be held at the Tokyo City View Observatory in Roppongi Hills in Tokyo on November 20, 2020. www.nicolaibergmann.com

The Flower Box Celebrating its 20th Anniversary This Year
About Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Located in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, lined with temples and shrines, Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is a luxury hotel offering an urban resort stay in the ancient capital. The hotel opened on October 15, 2016, at the foot of Mount Higashiyama, where the famous Sekisuien Garden, a garden with 800 years of history and mentioned in the Tale of the Heike, stands. The hotel's main entrance begins with a 100-meter bamboo forest approach, and upon arriving at the lobby, the beautiful greenery of Sekisuien Garden spreads out before you through large windows. The hotel, which surrounds this garden, has 123 rooms and suites and 57 hotel residences designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates, ensuring ample space. The stylish space, which also evokes the essence of Japanese culture, offers a moment of relaxation.

The entrance to Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto features an impressive design with a Japanese umbrella motif
About Four Seasons' unique health and safety program, "LEAD WITH CARE"
At Four Seasons Hotels, the health and safety of our guests and employees is our top priority. As part of our efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we have launched our health and safety program, "LEAD WITH CARE." Four Seasons has launched the Lead With Care Program. This program utilizes cutting-edge technology and tools, based on medical expertise, to provide Four Seasons hotel employees with a more comfortable stay for guests in the new COVID-19 environment the world is facing. Based on this program, Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto will continue to provide guests with compassionate care and service, and will also take preventative measures in the dining area, such as repositioning tables to allow for more space, to ensure guests' safety, security, and comfort. https://press.fourseasons.com/news-releases/2020/lead-with-care-program-5

Restaurant "Brasserie" overlooking the Japanese garden from its large 9m windows



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