The Raffles Hotel is famous for its Asian version of afternoon tea. You can have it seated at little tea tables (and these tend to book up fast) or in the bar with the billiard table where supposedly a tiger was found a hundred years or so ago. I prefer the bar, with its comfy sofas and squishy chairs.

The tea has most of the traditional British tea acommpaniments, and many more - dim sum, tiny curry flavored pies, and on and on. I usually pig out on the fresh strawberries and whipped cream. The food is on a buffet, is constantly replenished, and you are allowed to linger as long as you want.

If you go to Singapore at a busy time of year, you should book your tea ahead. The Raffles tea is justifiably very popular.

I've also had afternoon tea in the Westin (now under new management, I believe) that is across the street from the Raffles. I believe the restaurant is called Compass Rose, and it is in one of the top floors.

Because of Singapore's British past, I suspect you'll find afternoon tea at a good many places.

[This message has been edited by SanDiego1K (edited 05-28-2002).]