If you enjoy afternoon tea but are looking for something a little different from the usual sandwiches, scones and cakes, Surrey Hills Grocer has introduced an experience that could be worth adding to your Singapore dining list. The Garden Bites & Orchard Sweets High Tea brings together familiar Singaporean flavours, Australian-inspired café influences and an eye-catching botanical presentation, creating an afternoon tea set that feels both nostalgic and fresh.
Available exclusively at Surrey Hills Grocer at ION Orchard, this high tea experience is designed around the idea of taking flavours that Singaporeans already know and love, then giving them a more sophisticated afternoon-tea treatment. Instead of simply serving traditional pastries, the menu draws inspiration from flavours such as char siu, Milo, kopi, pandan, gula melaka and calamansi.
For those who enjoy discovering new food combinations, that is probably one of the most interesting parts of this promotion. The flavours are familiar, but the way they are presented and incorporated into the high tea gives diners something different to explore.
The Garden Bites & Orchard Sweets High Tea is available from 8 September 2026 onwards, making it an option for weekday afternoons when you are looking for somewhere to slow down for a while. The set is served from 2pm to 5pm on weekdays, so it can work particularly well for a leisurely afternoon catch-up, a casual celebration or simply a break from the usual coffee-and-cake routine.
A Singaporean twist on afternoon tea
Afternoon tea has traditionally been associated with delicate pastries, finger sandwiches and elegant desserts. Surrey Hills Grocer takes that familiar concept and gives it a distinctly local touch.
The inclusion of flavours such as kopi, Milo, pandan and gula melaka immediately brings a sense of Singaporean nostalgia to the experience. These are ingredients and flavours that many people will recognise from everyday favourites, childhood treats and local drinks.
The use of char siu is another way the high tea moves away from the standard afternoon tea formula. Rather than keeping everything within the familiar sweet-and-savoury combinations associated with Western high tea, the menu introduces local-inspired flavours into the selection.
Calamansi also adds a bright citrus element to the experience. Its refreshing character can provide a nice contrast against richer pastries and sweeter components, giving the overall selection a more varied flavour profile.
It is this combination of familiar and unexpected elements that makes the Garden Bites & Orchard Sweets High Tea particularly interesting. Diners are not simply getting another afternoon tea set; they are getting an interpretation of local flavours through a more refined pastry approach.
More than just food on a plate
Presentation is another major part of the experience.
The Garden Bites & Orchard Sweets High Tea is described as an edible botanical landscape, with the presentation incorporating natural wood, coconut shells and floral accents. This gives the high tea a garden-inspired appearance rather than the conventional multi-tiered afternoon tea stand that many diners may be accustomed to.
For anyone who enjoys dining experiences that are visually appealing, the presentation could be one of the highlights. The natural materials and floral details complement the garden theme while also giving the entire set a relaxed, contemporary feel.
It also makes the experience suitable for those occasions when the setting matters almost as much as the food. Whether it is a catch-up with a friend, a weekday date or a small celebration, having a beautifully presented high tea can make an ordinary afternoon feel a little more special.
How much does the high tea cost?
The Garden Bites & Orchard Sweets High Tea is priced at S$68++ for two persons or S$102++ for three persons.
The two-person option works out to S$34++ per person, while the three-person set comes to S$34++ per person as well. That makes the pricing straightforward if you are planning to share the experience with either one or two companions.
Of course, diners should remember that the listed prices are before applicable service charge and GST, as indicated by the “++” pricing.
For a group of friends who want to spend a couple of hours chatting over an assortment of sweet and savoury creations, the three-person option may be a convenient choice. Meanwhile, the two-person set could be suitable for a more intimate afternoon outing.
Why should you go and enjoy this deal?
There are plenty of afternoon tea options around Singapore, so what makes this one worth considering?
For starters, the local flavour combinations give it a distinctive identity. If you have already tried conventional afternoon tea sets and want something that feels closer to Singaporean tastes, the Garden Bites & Orchard Sweets High Tea offers a different direction.
The use of familiar flavours such as Milo, kopi, pandan and gula melaka also makes the experience approachable. You do not necessarily need to be an adventurous diner to appreciate it because many of the flavour references are already familiar.
Secondly, the garden-inspired presentation makes it more than just a meal. The natural wood, coconut shells and floral accents create a setting that fits the theme and gives the high tea a sense of occasion.
Another reason to consider it is the weekday afternoon timing. From 2pm to 5pm, it is positioned nicely between lunch and dinner. If you have a flexible weekday schedule, it can be an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon without committing to a full dinner.
The location is another practical advantage. Surrey Hills Grocer is situated at ION Orchard, right in the heart of one of Singapore’s best-known shopping districts. That means the high tea can easily be combined with an afternoon of shopping, browsing the shops or meeting friends in Orchard Road.
You could even plan the outing around the high tea itself. Meet a friend in Orchard, enjoy the Garden Bites & Orchard Sweets High Tea, then continue exploring the surrounding shopping malls afterwards. It gives you a reason to turn a simple weekday meet-up into a proper afternoon outing.
A good choice for a relaxed weekday treat
Not every dining promotion needs to be about getting the biggest discount. Sometimes a good deal is about finding an experience that offers something different at a reasonable price and gives you an enjoyable reason to take a break.
The Garden Bites & Orchard Sweets High Tea fits that idea by combining Singapore-inspired flavours with an Australian café-style approach. The result is a high tea experience that aims to celebrate familiar tastes while presenting them in a more polished and creative form.
Since it is available from 8 September 2026 onwards, there is no need to rush to fit it into a short promotional window. However, weekday availability from 2pm to 5pm means planning ahead is still important, particularly if you have a preferred date or are arranging a gathering with friends.
For anyone searching for a different afternoon activity around Orchard Road, this is certainly an option to keep in mind. The combination of nostalgic flavours, botanical presentation, central location and a fixed per-person price makes it suitable for everything from a casual catch-up to a small celebration.
If you are already planning a trip to ION Orchard, adding an afternoon tea stop at Surrey Hills Grocer could be a pleasant way to make the day more memorable. Rather than simply grabbing another drink while shopping, you can sit down, share a selection of locally inspired bites and sweets, and enjoy a slower-paced afternoon with good company.
Promotional/Event Details:
Date: 8 September 2026 onwards
Time: Weekdays, 2pm–5pm
Venue: Surrey Hills Grocer – ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, #05-02 ION ORCHARD, Singapore 237973
Promotion: Garden Bites & Orchard Sweets High Tea
Price: S$68++ for two persons / S$102++ for three persons
Availability: Exclusively at Surrey Hills Grocer, ION Orchard
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