Step into an October clad in pink tones with Pink Afternoon Tea at the Esplanade Hotel

Take your bestie, mother, sister, or colleague to this iconic Zagreb destination, don something pink, and enjoy a treat that is not only delicious, but with a charity cause. This year, more than ever, it is important to encourage early detection of breast cancer, and the Esplanade Hotel offers you the perfect opportunity to do so!

Photo: Archives of the Esplanade Hotel
Photo: Archives of the Esplanade Hotel

Did you know that the pink ribbon, a symbol of the fight against breast cancer, was not always pink? It was originally peach coloured, but pink soon became the colour of solidarity and tenderness. Nowadays, it is a universal symbol of support and hope for a brighter and healthier future. Each year, the first Saturday in October marks Pink Ribbon Day, although raising awareness about the importance of prevention continues throughout the entire month. The iconic Zagreb hotel Esplanade has been marking the pink ribbon month for years. This year, in cooperation with the non-profit association P.I.N.K. Life, the Esplanade is celebrating this month dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in a unique way – with a limited edition of the Afternoon Tea, now in pink hues. The Esplanade’s Chef Ana Grgić Tomić and Chief Pâtissière Mirjana Špoljar have designed a special menu inspired by pink tones, and 10% of every order will be donated to the P.I.N.K. Life association. Once again this year, as a sign of solidarity and in honour of the global initiative, the Esplanade’s façade will be illuminated in pink and will feature the pink ribbon symbol from 1 to 3 October.

The offer is available from 2 to 31 October 2024 at the Esplanade 1925 Lounge & Cocktail Bar  from 12:30 to 18:30.

Photo: Archives of the Esplanade Hotel
Photo: Archives of the Esplanade Hotel

 

Be a part of the pink story!

Breast cancer is one of the most common diseases in women, but it also affects men. That is why it is important to think about your health and encourage others to do the same if they may forget. The first step to this is support, and you can provide it while enjoying a pink afternoon. Visit the Esplanade Lounge & Cocktail Bar with a loved one, or come to the Oleander Terrace and choose a pink drink at the Pink Afternoon Tea, record a story or video and share them on social networks tagged #PinkAfternoonTea, #PinkLife, #PinkOctober2024, #PinkRibbon and #PinkRibbonMonth. By doing so, you are raising awareness of the importance of early screening, which can save a life.

 

Photo: Archives of the Esplanade Hotel
Photo: Archives of the Esplanade Hotel

Pink treats for every palate

This year, your taste buds will be thrilled with enticing snacks and irresistible sweets donned in pink, served on a tiered stand with premium-quality Ronnefeldt tea, served in a teapot. Indulge in delicious snacks such as mini croissants with Drniš prosciutto and sun-dried tomato cream, smoked trout with horseradish cream, trout roe and red beet gel, and Pag cheese croquettes with roasted pepper marmalade. Treat yourself to a crispy tart with rose water and white chocolate namelaka, homemade pralines filled with hibiscus curd, pink macarons with raspberries and timut pepper, and mini choux with cherry and rosemary cream.

Photo: Archives of the Esplanade Hotel
Photo: Archives of the Esplanade Hotel

 

Round off the story with a pink drink

This rosy experience is not complete without a refreshing drink. This October, toast with a glass of premium Italian Villa Sandi rosé prosecco, Provençal’s Whispering Angel rosé, or creative pink cocktails. Pink Julep and Pink Spritzz, designed by Vjenceslav Madić, the Esplanade’s mixologist known as Master Kishoni, made specially in honour of Pink Ribbon Month. Besides the Pink Afternoon Tea, they are perfect for every moment.

Do not miss this opportunity to combine pleasure with usefulness! Join the Esplanade in October, support the fight against breast cancer, use your influence to raise awareness of early screenings, and enjoy the charming, pink ambiance. Book your table on time because this offer is only available until the end of October.

Be a part of this pink story and bring about change, together with the Esplanade!