In this peaceful maritime setting, you are invited to slow down and immerse yourself in the calming rituals of Japanese tea culture, led by Urasenke Tea Master Mio Shudo.
Dressed in her ceremonial kimono, Mio will perform an authentic Japanese tea ceremony in Fingal’s opulent ballroom, where she will share the centuries-old rituals and philosophy behind this graceful art.
Mio’s expert guidance will accompany a curated selection of flavourful teas, each perfectly paired with a Japanese-inspired afternoon tea menu crafted by Fingal’s chefs.
Savoury highlights will include dashi broth with seaweed, yellow miso, chard, spring onion and tofu; blue fin marinated tuna in ginger and garlic, wrapped in nori seaweed and cooked tempura style, served with soya dressing and wasabi; and seasoned sushi rice centered with smoked salmon and rolled in toasted sesame seeds served with pickled radish. While those with a sweet tooth can enjoy raspberry fig choux and almond Chantilly; Dundee cake with crystallised almonds and candied orange; as well as yuzu and pistachio frangipane tart with Italian meringue.
Fingal is located on the Shore at Leith. Travel there with Lothian Buses number 16 bus from the city centre, or with Edinburgh Trams, alighting at the stop Port of Leith where Fingal Hotel is only a 2 minute walk away.
The Art of Japanese Tea With Mio Shudo takes place on 01 November 2025. Tickets, which are £80.00 per person can be booked by calling Fingal on 0131 357 5000 (Monday to Friday) or emailing events@fingal.co.uk
