The Plaza, Lacoste Partner for Tennis-Inspired Afternoon Tea

Just in time for tennis season in New York City, The Plaza, a Fairmont Managed Hotel partners with Lacoste, the French fashion-sport brand, to serve a spin on the classic tradition of afternoon tea. The Tennis Inspired Afternoon Tea honors the elegance of the sport and the heritage of the Lacoste brand.

“The Plaza has always embraced the moments that energize New York, and with tennis season around the corner, it’s the perfect time to celebrate the sport by serving up a fresh take on Afternoon Tea,” said Sam Ioannidis, managing director, The Plaza Hotel. “Partnering with Lacoste—a brand that shares our commitment to quality, style, and experience—allows us to offer something memorable for guests and locals alike.”

© The Plaza, A Fairmont Managed Hotel

Available through Sept. 10 in The Palm Court, the exclusive afternoon tea’s bespoke menu, inspired by Le Café Lacoste, is curated by Executive Chef Muhannad Al Ateem and Executive Pastry Chef Kevin Clemenceau.

The menu includes Le Café Lacoste’s iconic dessert, Le Crocodile, a pistachio entremets, as well as sandwiches like The Court Side Cucumber and Le “Croc” Monsieur, a reinterpretation of the French Croque Monsieur; and sweets such as the Game. Set. Citrus. lemon cake and Earl Grey Tea Break Macarons. Each item comes on The Palm Court’s sterling silver three-tier stand.

© The Plaza, A Fairmont Managed Hotel

Guests can sip teas, Champagnes and C(r)ocktails while enjoying a space adorned with original vintage racquets invented by René Lacoste himself. The famous stained-glass dome of The Palm Court will glow Lacoste green, and curated music transports guests to the heart of a courtside seat.

Reservations, available via OpenTable, are strongly encouraged.