Parisian High Tea

Leigh’s Patisserie’s Parisian High Tea is inspired by the refined cafés and pâtisseries of Paris.

This menu showcases elegant savoury selections and beautifully crafted pastries that highlight the artistry of French-style baking. Designed to feel indulgent and sophisticated, the Parisian High Tea is perfect for celebrations where presentation and flavour take centre stage.

Each item is handcrafted from scratch by qualified pastry chef Heather Leigh Slight using carefully developed gluten free recipes that balance flavour, texture and visual appeal.

Samples of menu items follow

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Les Petits Pains Garnis

Elegant Savoury Selections

The Parisian high tea begins with a selection of elegant savoury bites inspired by traditional French café fare.

Three options are selected from a curated range of small tartines and croissant-style pastries. These delicate savoury items are designed to offer refined flavour combinations while setting the tone for the rest of the high tea experience.

The Parisian High Tea includes three (3) options

Smoked Salmon & Crème Fraîche Canapé

Smoked salmon with chive cream cheese and pickled cucumber on a petite open face baguette slice.

Goat Cheese & Roasted Pepper Mini Bap

Creamy goat cheese, walnuts, and roasted red peppers in a savoury mini bap.

Prosciutto & Fig Tartine

Prosciutto with fig jam and arugula on a small open-faced slice of rustic bread.

Duck Liver Pâté Tartine

Duck liver pâté with fig chutney and micro-greens on a petite open-faced baguette slice.

Turkey & Brie Croissant

Turkey with double-cream Brie and cranberry jam in a buttery mini crescent roll.

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Les Pièces Salées

Savoury Pastry Selections

Following the garnished breads, guests enjoy a second selection of savoury pastries inspired by classic French cuisine.

These small savoury pieces bring together buttery pastry, rich fillings and carefully balanced ingredients.

The Parisian High Tea includes three (3) options

Feuilleté au Poulet et Champignons

A flaky puff pastry filled with a creamy chicken, leek and mushroom velouté.

Palmier Salé

Crisp Pastry Spirals (shaped like palm leaves) filled with cream cheese, emmental cheese, herbs, and sun-dried tomatoes, bacon and sweet potato.

Mini Quiche Lorraine

A classic combination of bacon and gruyère in a savoury custard, baked in a buttery pastry shell.

Poivrons Farcis au Chèvre

Mini peppers filled with creamy goat cheese and drizzled with honey.

Pork and Fennel Sausage Rolls

Flaky golden pastry filled with seasoned pork and fennel, served with tomato relish.

Mini Quiche au Fromage et Oignons

A delicate combination of caramelized onions and cheese in a Flaky Pastry Shell.

Brochettes Caprese

Cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and mozzarella pearls drizzled with a balsamic reduction.

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Les Mignardises de Paris

Parisian Sweet Delights

The highlight of the Parisian High Tea is the exquisite collection of handcrafted patisserie desserts.

The Parisian High Tea includes five (5) options

Les Classiques de Chocolat (The Chocolate Classics)

Entremets au Chocolat Miroir

Layers of chocolate sponge, raspberry conserve, and chocolate ganache, finished with a decadent chocolate mirror glaze.

L’Opéra Classique

The quintessential Parisian Gateau Opéra: layers of coffee-soaked almond sponge, coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.

Tasse de Chocolat et Mousse de Saison

A handcrafted miniature chocolate cup filled with seasonal mousse and garnished with fresh fruit.

Petits Fours à l'Amande et Noix de Coco

Delicate almond cake layered with coconut cream and enrobed in a smooth chocolate coating.

LE VERGER ET LA FORET (THE ORCHARD AND FOREST FRUITS)

Tartelettes aux Fruits de Saison

Petite buttery shortcrust shells filled with a silky vanilla crème pâtissière and topped with seasonal fruits.

Dôme de Framboise et Chocolat

A rich chocolate glazed sphere encasing a light raspberry mousse layered with raspberry gel and chocolate sponge, set upon a rich chocolate biscuit.

Choux au Craquelin à la Fraise

A delicate choux pastry with a craquelin topping, filled with a chocolate crème pâtissière and fresh strawberry notes.

Financiers aux Framboises

Traditional Mini Almond Tea Cakes baked with fresh raspberries in dainty squares.

Les Saveurs Douces et Citronnées (Sweet & Zesty Flavors)

Carrés de Mousseline au Citron

Light-as-air lemon chiffon squares topped with crème chantilly  and fresh lemon zest.

Cheesecake au Caramel et Noix de Pécan

A subtle caramel swirl cheesecake set on a a delectable pecan shortbread crust. 

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A variety of sweet treats, including cupcakes with berries and cream, macarons, layered cakes, and tarts, displayed on a table for a celebration or gathering.

Pricing

Parisian High Tea
From $75 per person
Minimum booking of 6 guests

For those who prefer to arrange their own presentation, catering-only food packages are also available from $60 per person with a minimum order of 8 packages.

Because each event is unique, full-service bookings are quoted individually depending on venue location and event requirements.

Download the Full Menu

To explore the full range of savoury and sweet selections available for this experience, download the complete Parisian High Tea menu.

Download the Parisian High Tea Menu

FAQ’s

  • High tea experiences require a minimum booking of 10 guests.

    For catering-only food packages, a minimum order of 15 packages applies.

  • Setup typically takes around one hour, while pack down generally takes approximately one and a half hours.

    These times may vary slightly depending on the venue and event size.

  • The Leighs Patisserie menus focus on handcrafted savoury and sweet food selections. Drinks are not included.

  • Leighs Patisserie provides the serving elements required for the high tea presentation, including:

    • teapots
    • creamers
    • sugar bowls
    • tablecloths
    • trios
    • cake stands
    • serving platters
    • cake forks and spoons

    Clients provide the tables, chairs and decorations for their event.

  • To ensure availability, bookings are recommended at least seven days in advance of your event.

    For larger celebrations or peak event periods, earlier enquiries are encouraged.

  • Menu selections are designed to provide a balanced and elegant high tea experience. If you have specific requirements for your event, please include this information in your enquiry and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

Plan Your High Tea Celebration

If you are planning a celebration in Newcastle or surrounding regions, Leighs Patisserie would love to help create a beautiful and memorable high tea experience for your event.

Send an enquiry to discuss your event details and menu selections.

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