The Peninsula Manila celebrates Hello Kitty’s 50th anniversary with a special afternoon tea set starting April 15.
As tall as five apples and as heavy as three, Hello Kitty is turning 50!
The Japanese symbol of cuteness, innocence, and kawaii that’s become a global cultural phenomenon, Sanrio’s Hello Kitty was created in 1974 and originally used in stationery and pencils. She’s described as a “bright little girl with a heart of gold. She loves to bake cookies and play the piano. She dreams of one day becoming a pianist or maybe even a poet. Her favorite food is apple pie made by her mother.”
Sanrio is the global lifestyle brand best known for Hello Kitty and home to many other beloved character brands such as My Melody, Kuromi, LittleTwinStars, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, Bad Badtz-Maru, and Kerokerokeroppi. Sanrio was founded on the philosophy that a small gift can bring happiness and friendship to people of all ages.
Since 1960, this philosophy has served as the inspiration to offer products, services, and activities that promote communication and inspire unique consumer experiences across the world. Today, Sanrio’s business extends into the entertainment industry with several content series, gaming offerings and theme parks, and an extensive product lineup available in over 130 countries.
Since her creation, the cute and cuddly character has been on TV, collaborated with fashion powerhouses and even cut an album, quickly becoming one of the buzziest names in the fashion industry.
According to the Sanrio website, “Hello Kitty was born in the suburbs of London. She lives with her parents and her twin sister Mimmy who is her best friend. Her hobbies include baking cookies and making new friends. As she always says, ‘You can never have too many friends!’”
Well, she’s made another friend in the Philippines. In celebration of five decades of cuteness and friendship, The Peninsula Manila and Hello Kitty are collaborating on a Hello Kitty Afternoon Tea at The Lobby.
Starting April 15, 2024, The Lobby is inviting fans and lovers of the lovable pop icon to share an irresistibly sweet and savory Hello Kitty Afternoon Tea that the hotel’s talented Head Pastry Chef Annalyn Solano and her team have crafted, using fresh seasonal fruits and ingredients.
Inspired by Hello Kitty’s signature red bow, the cute collection of afternoon tea classics includes Strawberry Financiers and Strawberry and Rose Tea Sandwich Cookies, and comes with the most lovable and cuddly Hello Kitty and The Peninsula Bear limited-edition plush toy set.
If you’re ready to fall in love with Instagram-worthy creations of culinary art paired with the most adorable plush toys, visit The Lobby from April 15 to May 15 and enjoy The Peninsula Manila’s delectable 50th anniversary Hello Kitty-themed Afternoon Tea.
The afternoon tea is priced at P 5,000 (with a pot of tea) and P 7,000 (with two flutes of Champagne) which come with a Hello Kitty and The Peninsula Bear limited-edition plush toy set. (Prices are subject to VAT, 10 percent service charge, and 12.6 percent local taxes.
Available daily, from 2:30 pm to 5 pm. For inquiries, call The Peninsula Manila at +63 2 8887 2888, ext. 6694 or email diningPMN@peninsula.com for restaurant reservations, or visit peninsula.com.
