May brings golden sunlight and leafy streets, where nature and city charm blend. As the season shifts, head to the outdoor terrace of Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin and enjoy refreshing cocktails or dive into the pool, where the cool water banishes drowsiness, this is how summer should begin—easy, breezy, and flavorful.
Garden Terrace
As the breeze softens and the city glows at dusk, Aria on 9, the hotel's terrace bar, becomes a perfect perch above the city. By day, it's a calm, leafy retreat—fresh and inviting. As night falls, it transforms into a stylish, open-air stage. Lights ripple across the pool, bar, and glassware, blending with music to set the tone for a sparkling summer night.
At Aria on 9, Head Bartender Talor crafts cocktails that capture the city's rhythm. Drawing on seasonal ingredients and local favorites, his creations are more than drinks—they're liquid memories of Tianjin. "It’s not just mix cocktails," he shares. "I want each sip to reveal a little of this city's character." One standout blends a classic Negroni with Tianjin's signature Haihe coffee milk. "It's like the setup and punchline of a good crosstalk skit. at first taste, it offers smooth milkiness, but upon deeper sipping, an unexpectedly bold flavor emerges."
Cocktail Highlights
• Liquid Candied Hawthorn—This playful gin-based drink begins with a juniper and a subtle hint of smoke. On the palate, raspberry and hawthorn burst with tartness. Take a bite of crisp hawthorn candy alongside, and a gentle wave of sweet and sour lingers with every sip.
•Begonia Dream – A visual stunner made with gin steeped in butterfly pea flower. Add lemon, and it turns a dreamy violet. Bright citrus notes from grapefruit and yellow lemon bring a superb, refreshing start, followed by delicate rose—like stepping into a moonlit summer garden.
Aria on 9 is open daily from 6:00 p.m. to midnight, serving classic and creative cocktails, whiskies, and a selection of red and white wines. The food menu, crafted by the hotel's Executive Chef, offers flavorful pairings like grilled baby lobster with wagyu beef sliders, white wine-braised French mussels, and Spanish garlic shrimp—delivering a perfect mix of taste and atmosphere for summer evenings in Tianjin.
101 Days of Summer
Spend a sunlit afternoon at LA SALA and dive into a fruity summer daydream. Executive Pastry Chef Wendy transforms seasonal fruits into colorful, playful desserts paired with chilled fruit teas and warm scones for a refreshing treat. "I love working with bright flavors and crisp acidity," she shares. "It brings chocolate to life in a fresh, fun way and full of summer energy."
Creative Desserts
•Tropical Fruit Mousse with Coconut Chiffon—Like a tiny coconut blown by a tropical breeze, this mousse is filled with fruity layers that bring a refreshing burst of summer flavor.
•Avocado Chocolate Cake – This smiling avocado is creamy and smooth, delivering a feel-good sweetness that sparks summer joy.
•Mango Lava Cake – Bright like a bit of sun, it opens to reveal rich mango filling that flows like golden lava.
•Matcha Lemon Tart – A tangy lemon tart elevated with the earthy aroma of matcha—a signature taste of summer with depth.
Chilled Fruit Teas
•Mango Black Iced Tea
•Lychee Iced Tea
Available: June 1 to September 9
RMB468 per set
Wellness, the Eastern Way
In Eastern tradition, early summer is the time to nourish the heart and balance internal energy. As nature thrives, it's also the perfect season to reset, restore, and care for both body and mind.
L‘OCEAN SPA features Yonghetang agarwood essential oil, known for its grounding, calming scent. The gentle aromatherapy massage promotes circulation and encourages flow through the body's meridian pathways—supporting a sense of inner balance and renewal. For deeper revitalization, one-on-one Baduanjin sessions with professional instructors guide guests to breathe, move, and reconnect with their natural rhythm.
Available: through June 30, 2025
RMB1,580 per person
All prices are subject to a 15% service charge and tax. For reservations, please call Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin at 022-2716 6688.
[All images courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin]
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