The Langham has a long-standing tradition of delighting guests with their afternoon tea, ever since they opened their doors in 1865 in fact, so where better for a Christmas celebration than the high ceilinged Palm Court where this year's Festive Afternoon Tea, in partnership with the iconic London department store Liberty, is currently being served. Looking even more dazzling and inviting than usual, The Palm Court's tables have been elegantly dressed for the occasion in Liberty-print fabric, while a frosty Christmas tree presides, mirroring the hotel's spectacular multi-tree Liberty-themed installation in the foyer, complete with purple tree decorations and an array of Liberty gift bags below the boughs which most of us would be only too happy to wake up to on Christmas morning! Always the last word, from the food to the service, afternoon tea is taken extremely seriously at The Langham, overseen by Michel Roux Jr and created by Executive Pastry Chef Andrew Gravett who
Where to dine out for Christmas lunch in Sydney
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Sydneysiders looking to enjoy Christmas Day dining out should reserve a table soon with many restaurants already booked out for December 25. We have a few seats left, but they re filling fast, says Celine Tran, food and beverage director of Sake restaurant in Manly. It s mainly local families coming for lunch. People seem more keen than ever to eat and drink by the water and have a stress-free day.
People may have also remembered recommendations in October from NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian, who suggested visiting a COVID-Safe restaurant for Christmas lunch and supporting hospitality venues affected by the pandemic.