Hong Kong SAR, China, 22 January 2025 – The Murray, Hong Kong, an urban oasis nestled in the vibrant heart of Central, is thrilled to unveil its latest afternoon tea experience in partnership with the esteemed Korean skincare brand Sulwhasoo. The jointly presented “Sulwhasoo Secret Garden Afternoon Tea” is a sensory journey that not only tantalises taste buds but also nurtures the skin with essence of revitalising ginseng, the signature ingredient in Sulwhasoo’s First Care Activating Serum.
Embark on a gastronomic adventure with a meticulously crafted menu featuring an assortment of delectable delight by the culinary team helmed by Executive Sous Chef Wing Tsang. The nourishing journey begins with a heartwarming Welcome Treat, Gochujang Romesco, Scallop & Edamame Tartlet, a harmonious fusion of the well-known Korean Gochujang infusing with Romesco sauce, succulent scallops, and tender edamame atop a crisp tartlet.
The series of savoury delights showcase an array of nourishing ingredients, embodying the essence of Korea. The Tagette Smoked Salmon Tartare, Crème Fraiche & Amur Caviar is a delicate smoked salmon tartare blended with creamy crème fraiche and adorned with luxurious Amur caviar. Foie Gras, Roasted Pumpkin & Balsamic Macaron offers a decadent silky foie gras paired with roasted pumpkin, encased in a balsamic-infused macaron. The Ginseng & Egg with Salmon Roe Mini Sandwich is a bite-sized delight featuring ginseng-infused egg salad topped with luscious salmon roe. The eye-catching Korean Pickled Cauliflower, Celeriac Cream & Marigold Tart is a tantalising tart combining zesty orange-pickled cauliflower, velvety celeriac cream and fragrant marigold.
The collection of exquisite sweet treats are curated with inspiration of Sulwhasoo’s radiant amber colour, featuring a nourishing Ginseng Cheesecake Mousse that will surprise guests’ taste buds by its luxurious creamy mousse infused with essence of ginseng, the White Chocolate Grapefruit Dome offers a delightful white chocolate housing a burst of refreshing grapefruit. Savour the Orange Dark Chocolate Cream Choux with a light and airy choux pastry filled with luscious blood orange cream. Relish in Praline Crispy Vanilla Mousse with indulgent vanilla mousse with a crispy praline topping.
The “Sulwhasoo Secret Garden Afternoon Tea” also comes with Ginger Orange Scone and Vanilla Scone; guests can enjoy them to their liking with the trio of Orange Jam, Chocolate Sauce and Clotted Cream as well as pairing with their own choice of JING teas, Saicho sparkling tea or sparkling wine. In celebration of the collaboration, the barista team from Garden Lounge has created a series of Specialty Ginseng Coffee to resonate with the brand essence from Sulwhasoo. Delight in this exquisite array of culinary masterpieces thoughtfully designed to pamper your senses and nourish your skin, available exclusively at The Murray.
Upon patronage of the “Sulwhasoo Secret Garden Afternoon Tea” from now until 31 March 2025, each guest will receive an exclusive First Care Trial Set by Sulwhasoo, which includes First Care Activating Serum VI 8ml, First Care Activating Mask EX 1 Sheet and Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum 5ml (Guests can present vouchers to redeem at any Sulwhasoo store or counter in Hong Kong. While stock lasts).
Sulwhasoo Secret Garden
The Murray, Hong Kong has transformed the hotel backyard into a “Sulwhasoo Secret Garden” with amber-hued flowers adorned wooden cottage, to provide guests a multi-sensory experience. The hidden tranquil oasis nestled adjacent to the Peak Tram station will be welcoming guests in Sulwhasoo’s signature fragrance, “Harmony & Balance”, which is inspired by the feeling of "walking in the forest." It is said that in ancient Korea, ancestors would take a stroll in the garden before discussing important matters to calm their minds and bodies. Guests are invited to immerse into the garden of peace and tranquility after enjoying the afternoon tea to soothe the soul and replenish positive energy.
An Instagram photography competition is also being held for this Secret Garden, encouraging guests to enjoy taking pictures. Participants would need to follow @themurrayhk and @sulwhasoo.hongkong on Instagram, take photos at the Secret Garden and post it on personal page, share "How the First Care Activating Serum touches your heart" and tag it with #SulwhasooHK #雪花秀 #TheMurrayHK #NiccoloHotels.
The competition has a total of three prizes for the champion, first & second runner-up. The champion will receive: One-night accommodation in a Superior Room at The Murray, a bottle of First Care Activating Serum VI 60ml, and Ginseng Intensive Rescue Therapy for one person (valued at HK$7,000). The first and second runner-up will each receive: One-night accommodation in a Superior Room at The Murray, and Ginseng Intensive Rescue Therapy for one person (valued at HK$6,300 each). For more details, please visit The Murray, Hong Kong's Instagram page.
“Sulwhasoo Secret Garden” Afternoon Tea
Date: From now until 31 March 2025
Time: First seating: 2:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.; Second seating: 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Venue: Garden Lounge, UG/F
Price: HKD 856 for two persons including coffee for JING tea; HKD 428 for an additional person;
HKD 1,056 for two persons including Saicho Sparkling Tea or Sparkling Wine
Additional HKD 48 for a cup of Specialty Ginseng Coffee
Prices are subject to 10% service charge.
Booking link and details:
https://store-themurrayhk.niccolohotels.com/en/sws-aft/
About Sulwhasoo
At Sulwhasoo, we believe in a holistic approach to skincare. Going beyond addressing visible issues on the skin’s surface, Sulwhasoo looks deeply into the root causes of skin aging and addressing them at the source. Our definition of genuine skin solutions involves the recovery of skin’s rejuvenating system. We believe that activating the skin’s potential is the first step towards achieving healthy-looking skin. For this, Sulwhasoo presents the skincare routine, starting with First Care Activating Serum, formulated to activate your skin’s potential.
About The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel
Named a Five-Star Hotel by the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide, The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel is a high-profile preservation project by British international studio for architecture and integrated design Foster + Partners. The hotel, part of Hong Kong SAR’s Conserving Central initiative, was previously the stand-alone Murray Building, one of the city's most iconic landmarks. The US$ 1 billion contemporary sanctuary features 336 oversized rooms and suites spanning 25 floors. Other facilities include a swimming pool and spa, a stunning rooftop bar with breath-taking views of the central business district and the green oasis of Hong Kong Park, a series of signature restaurants and bars, as well as creative meeting and event spaces. The Murray is also the first hotel in China and Hong Kong to be listed as “Sharecare VERIFIED® Health Security with Forbes Travel Guide” to recognise the hotel’s health security achievement.
Further details on The Murray, Hong Kong are available at niccolohotels.com.
About Niccolo Hotels
Niccolo Hotels is a collection of five contemporary chic hotels inspired by luxury fashion. Underpinning the brand is the desire to make life effortlessly luxurious for guests with engaging experiences, art and design, and sophisticated spaces. The brand’s first property opened in Chengdu in 2015 and it is now present in Hong Kong SAR, Changsha, Chongqing and Suzhou. Niccolo Hotels is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. For more information, visit niccolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.
About GHA DISCOVERY
Launched in 2010, GHA DISCOVERY is the world’s largest loyalty programme for independent hotel brands, featuring more than 800 hotels, resorts, and palaces across 40 brands. Members enjoy VIP recognition, thoughtful benefits and generous rewards at home or away. GHA DISCOVERY members earn and spend DISCOVERY Dollars (D$), an exclusive rewards currency. They also enjoy member-only Experiences curated by each hotel, plus they have access to properties close to home, without a stay, through member-only Local Offers.
For more information about GHA DISCOVERY or to join, visit ghadiscovery.com or download the GHA DISCOVERY mobile app. Travellers can also connect with GHA DISCOVERY on Instagram and Facebook.
Embark on a gastronomic adventure with a meticulously crafted menu featuring an assortment of delectable delight by the culinary team helmed by Executive Sous Chef Wing Tsang. The nourishing journey begins with a heartwarming Welcome Treat, Gochujang Romesco, Scallop & Edamame Tartlet, a harmonious fusion of the well-known Korean Gochujang infusing with Romesco sauce, succulent scallops, and tender edamame atop a crisp tartlet.
The series of savoury delights showcase an array of nourishing ingredients, embodying the essence of Korea. The Tagette Smoked Salmon Tartare, Crème Fraiche & Amur Caviar is a delicate smoked salmon tartare blended with creamy crème fraiche and adorned with luxurious Amur caviar. Foie Gras, Roasted Pumpkin & Balsamic Macaron offers a decadent silky foie gras paired with roasted pumpkin, encased in a balsamic-infused macaron. The Ginseng & Egg with Salmon Roe Mini Sandwich is a bite-sized delight featuring ginseng-infused egg salad topped with luscious salmon roe. The eye-catching Korean Pickled Cauliflower, Celeriac Cream & Marigold Tart is a tantalising tart combining zesty orange-pickled cauliflower, velvety celeriac cream and fragrant marigold.
The collection of exquisite sweet treats are curated with inspiration of Sulwhasoo’s radiant amber colour, featuring a nourishing Ginseng Cheesecake Mousse that will surprise guests’ taste buds by its luxurious creamy mousse infused with essence of ginseng, the White Chocolate Grapefruit Dome offers a delightful white chocolate housing a burst of refreshing grapefruit. Savour the Orange Dark Chocolate Cream Choux with a light and airy choux pastry filled with luscious blood orange cream. Relish in Praline Crispy Vanilla Mousse with indulgent vanilla mousse with a crispy praline topping.
The “Sulwhasoo Secret Garden Afternoon Tea” also comes with Ginger Orange Scone and Vanilla Scone; guests can enjoy them to their liking with the trio of Orange Jam, Chocolate Sauce and Clotted Cream as well as pairing with their own choice of JING teas, Saicho sparkling tea or sparkling wine. In celebration of the collaboration, the barista team from Garden Lounge has created a series of Specialty Ginseng Coffee to resonate with the brand essence from Sulwhasoo. Delight in this exquisite array of culinary masterpieces thoughtfully designed to pamper your senses and nourish your skin, available exclusively at The Murray.
Upon patronage of the “Sulwhasoo Secret Garden Afternoon Tea” from now until 31 March 2025, each guest will receive an exclusive First Care Trial Set by Sulwhasoo, which includes First Care Activating Serum VI 8ml, First Care Activating Mask EX 1 Sheet and Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum 5ml (Guests can present vouchers to redeem at any Sulwhasoo store or counter in Hong Kong. While stock lasts).
Sulwhasoo Secret Garden
The Murray, Hong Kong has transformed the hotel backyard into a “Sulwhasoo Secret Garden” with amber-hued flowers adorned wooden cottage, to provide guests a multi-sensory experience. The hidden tranquil oasis nestled adjacent to the Peak Tram station will be welcoming guests in Sulwhasoo’s signature fragrance, “Harmony & Balance”, which is inspired by the feeling of "walking in the forest." It is said that in ancient Korea, ancestors would take a stroll in the garden before discussing important matters to calm their minds and bodies. Guests are invited to immerse into the garden of peace and tranquility after enjoying the afternoon tea to soothe the soul and replenish positive energy.
An Instagram photography competition is also being held for this Secret Garden, encouraging guests to enjoy taking pictures. Participants would need to follow @themurrayhk and @sulwhasoo.hongkong on Instagram, take photos at the Secret Garden and post it on personal page, share "How the First Care Activating Serum touches your heart" and tag it with #SulwhasooHK #雪花秀 #TheMurrayHK #NiccoloHotels.
The competition has a total of three prizes for the champion, first & second runner-up. The champion will receive: One-night accommodation in a Superior Room at The Murray, a bottle of First Care Activating Serum VI 60ml, and Ginseng Intensive Rescue Therapy for one person (valued at HK$7,000). The first and second runner-up will each receive: One-night accommodation in a Superior Room at The Murray, and Ginseng Intensive Rescue Therapy for one person (valued at HK$6,300 each). For more details, please visit The Murray, Hong Kong's Instagram page.
“Sulwhasoo Secret Garden” Afternoon Tea
Date: From now until 31 March 2025
Time: First seating: 2:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.; Second seating: 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Venue: Garden Lounge, UG/F
Price: HKD 856 for two persons including coffee for JING tea; HKD 428 for an additional person;
HKD 1,056 for two persons including Saicho Sparkling Tea or Sparkling Wine
Additional HKD 48 for a cup of Specialty Ginseng Coffee
Prices are subject to 10% service charge.
Booking link and details:
https://store-themurrayhk.niccolohotels.com/en/sws-aft/
About Sulwhasoo
At Sulwhasoo, we believe in a holistic approach to skincare. Going beyond addressing visible issues on the skin’s surface, Sulwhasoo looks deeply into the root causes of skin aging and addressing them at the source. Our definition of genuine skin solutions involves the recovery of skin’s rejuvenating system. We believe that activating the skin’s potential is the first step towards achieving healthy-looking skin. For this, Sulwhasoo presents the skincare routine, starting with First Care Activating Serum, formulated to activate your skin’s potential.
About The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel
Named a Five-Star Hotel by the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide, The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel is a high-profile preservation project by British international studio for architecture and integrated design Foster + Partners. The hotel, part of Hong Kong SAR’s Conserving Central initiative, was previously the stand-alone Murray Building, one of the city's most iconic landmarks. The US$ 1 billion contemporary sanctuary features 336 oversized rooms and suites spanning 25 floors. Other facilities include a swimming pool and spa, a stunning rooftop bar with breath-taking views of the central business district and the green oasis of Hong Kong Park, a series of signature restaurants and bars, as well as creative meeting and event spaces. The Murray is also the first hotel in China and Hong Kong to be listed as “Sharecare VERIFIED® Health Security with Forbes Travel Guide” to recognise the hotel’s health security achievement.
Further details on The Murray, Hong Kong are available at niccolohotels.com.
About Niccolo Hotels
Niccolo Hotels is a collection of five contemporary chic hotels inspired by luxury fashion. Underpinning the brand is the desire to make life effortlessly luxurious for guests with engaging experiences, art and design, and sophisticated spaces. The brand’s first property opened in Chengdu in 2015 and it is now present in Hong Kong SAR, Changsha, Chongqing and Suzhou. Niccolo Hotels is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. For more information, visit niccolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.
About GHA DISCOVERY
Launched in 2010, GHA DISCOVERY is the world’s largest loyalty programme for independent hotel brands, featuring more than 800 hotels, resorts, and palaces across 40 brands. Members enjoy VIP recognition, thoughtful benefits and generous rewards at home or away. GHA DISCOVERY members earn and spend DISCOVERY Dollars (D$), an exclusive rewards currency. They also enjoy member-only Experiences curated by each hotel, plus they have access to properties close to home, without a stay, through member-only Local Offers.
For more information about GHA DISCOVERY or to join, visit ghadiscovery.com or download the GHA DISCOVERY mobile app. Travellers can also connect with GHA DISCOVERY on Instagram and Facebook.
