Beachside afternoon tea at The Sanchaya, Bintan

On Indonesia’s Bintan Island near Singapore, The Sanchaya serves up afternoon tea on a veranda overlooking powder white sands and aquamarine waters dotted with picturesque islands. Savoury treats from the Classic English, Southeast Asian and artisanal-themed afternoon teas include roasted beef with beetroot and horseradish relish, ‘tahu isi’ stuffed local tofu with mixed vegetables, and lobster ceviche on crostini respectively, topped off with sweets such as fresh berries with vanilla custard, fried ice cream in bread and spring roll skin and creamy dragon fruit tartlet. Anchored by The Sanchaya’s customised Ronnefeldt tea range, afternoon tea for two costs USD 46++.