Lazy summer days are the best—balancing work with a little indulgence. Catching up with a few close girlfriends over tea, sharing life updates, and just soaking in the moment. Today’s treat: a luxurious afternoon tea on the 38th floor of Shangri-La, with stunning views over the heart of Taipei. This is what effortless living feels like.
Met up with renowned author Vivian Chiang high above the city skyline—under clear blue skies, we chatted about her new book, how faith has shaped her journey, and her secrets to balancing career and parenting. All while indulging in a goddess-worthy afternoon tea.
The newly refreshed Marco Polo Lounge remains a top pick for stylish dining and socializing, beloved by both locals and international guests.
Marco Polo Lounge teams up with luxury beauty brand Chantecaille for a limited-time “Diamond Afternoon Tea”. Indulge in exquisite treats and receive exclusive gifts—an elegant blend of gourmet delight and beauty pampering.
Includes the most practical travel-sized essentials: moisturizing cream, eye cream, foaming cleanser and liquid foundation.
What a beautiful package!
Using the brand’s ultra-luxurious “Diamond Skincare Collection,”
featuring natural botanical extracts and exquisite textures,
combined with the chef’s creativity and carefully selected ingredients.
Paired with a variety of classic British teas and premium hand-brewed specialty coffees.
This year’s most anticipated collab has finally arrived in full luxury! The perfect spot every influencer dreams of for that flawless selfie moment ❤️
Orange Blossom Éclair
Featuring soothing orange blossom water, this éclair is filled with fresh orange cream, coated in vanilla, and topped with a sweet orange jelly—light, refreshing, and perfect for midsummer.
Blackcurrant Marble French Pastry:
Inspired by ocean treasures, this delicate French treat features a pearl-like shell design with a soft pink hue, symbolizing the “Diamond” serum’s radiant hydration. Finished with a touch of gold leaf for extra elegance.
Bursting with rich, luxurious berry sauce, this pastry exudes refined elegance that lifts the spirit.
Vanilla Berry Trio
A smooth vanilla mousse with a tangy berry jelly center, finished with a salted flower base and a pink glaze. Creamy, bouncy, and richly layered, the sweet vanilla perfectly balances the tart berries.
Grilled Yunlin Eel with Crispy Rice Cracker
Premium Yunlin eel is grilled at 150°C for 10 minutes, paired with rice crackers fried at 160-170°C for 1 minute to achieve a perfect crunch. Rich in vitamins, the tender eel combined with the crispy cracker creates a creative, upscale twist on classic eel rice.
Mushroom Cappuccino Mousse with Devil Quail Egg:
Served in an eggshell, this dessert features nutrient-rich quail eggs, known as the “best of eggs.” Thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms from Taichung’s Xinshe are seasoned with thyme, rosemary, olive oil, and pepper, then whipped into a smooth mousse with cream cheese and whipped cream—creating a silky texture that mirrors the luxurious feel of the “Diamond Collection” skincare line.
Reflecting Chantecaille’s commitment to nature and sustainability, this dish features nutrient-rich natural ingredients inspired by the healthy Mediterranean diet. With yogurt, olives, and abundant vegetables symbolizing new life, it leaves the skin glowing with a fresh, revitalized radiance.
Scallop Tower with Marinated Orange:
The chef sears imported, high-protein, low-fat scallops with a touch of salt and pepper until golden. A tangy salsa made from orange, shallots, and lemon juice is placed beneath and atop the scallops, enhancing their fresh sweetness and springy texture with a bright citrus zing.
Freshly Baked British Scones with Seasonal Fruit Platter
Favorite fruits paired with warm, crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside scones,
perfectly complemented by smooth cream or berry jam.
Here comes the best~
Honey Berry Almond Tofu:
Topped with a white chocolate piece stamped with a honeybee design,
beneath lies silky almond panna cotta and fluffy white chiffon cake.
( Here the ring happened to showcase a gold honeybee set in K gold.)
Each dessert embodies nature’s purity and vitality, letting you fully experience the fresh, natural, yet elegantly luxurious charm of summer.
The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.
