Fairmont Jakarta Partners With Iwan Tirta Private Collection To Launch Exclusive Batik Afternoon Tea

Marrying the legacy of batik maestro with craftsmanship in culinary delights –

Jakarta, April 2017 – Building on Fairmont’s tradition of celebrating afternoon tea, Peacock Lounge at Fairmont Jakarta always strives to offer a chic twist of its Signature Afternoon Tea. Fairmont Jakarta partners with the Indonesian iconic & luxury batik brand, Iwan Tirta Private Collection, to launch a special Batik edition of the hotel’s renowned Afternoon Tea Set that can be enjoyed at Peacock Lounge from 1 April to 31 May 2017.

The collaboration is in conjunction with the upcoming fashion show of Iwan Tirta Private Collection titled “Condrosengkolo”, features the documentation of ancient motives and patterns that carry stories about the universe, God’s unity and unification of microcosm. The highly awaited fashion show will be held at the Grand Ballroom of Fairmont Jakarta on 26 April 2017.

Iwan Tirta Private Collection stands with a mission to preserve the maestro’s legacy and introduce innovative designs to modern-minded batik admirers. In this special occasion, Fairmont Jakarta’s pastry team uses the inspiration to celebrate the local Batik tradition and reflect the spirit on the Hotel’s signature afternoon tea in various colours and patterns. The Iwan Tirta Batik Afternoon Tea features delectable sweets and savoury bites, such as salty caramel éclairs, flourless chocolate roll, red velvet brownies, mini green tea citrus and hazelnut opera cakes, ginger honey macaron, chocolate lollipop with edible pearls, carrot cake, various flavoured butter cakes, as well as its other signature servings like fruit tartlets, mini sandwiches, scones and madeleine.

“One of Fairmont brand pillars is to connect with the destination and to be locally inspired. We are delighted to partner with Iwan Tirta Private Collection to reflect the beauty of Indonesian Batik on our signature afternoon tea,” explains Felicia Setiawan, Director of Marketing Communications of Fairmont Jakarta.

Rindu Melati – Marketing Manager of Iwan Tirta Private Collection, also says, “We are excited with this collaboration with Fairmont Jakarta. Iwan Tirta Private Collection showcases the luxury and sophistication of Indonesian Batik, which Peacock Lounge also shares the same spirit. It is a great way to celebrate the love of Batik in a unique style.”

To celebrate the beauty of Batik, Fairmont Jakarta invites its guests to come and dress in Batik while enjoying the special edition afternoon tea at Peacock Lounge.  Guests are encouraged to post their photo on Instagram to stand a chance to win a gift from Iwan Tirta Private Collection.

To be eligible in the Instagram contest, guests are to follow @FairmontJakarta and @IwanTirta_Batik, and mention the specific hashtags of #IwanTirtaAfternoonTea and #PeacockLounge.

The Iwan Tirta Afternoon Tea will be available at IDR 488,000++ per set, including coffee or premium TWG tea for two persons. For more information or reservations, please call +62 (21) 2970 3333 or email diningreservations.jakarta@fairmont.com.

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