Mumbai, 14th May 2025: Step into a Parisian reverie with Madeleine de Proust at Fairmont Mumbai, the city’s most elegant new address for experiential luxury. Inspired by the evocative French expression that links taste and scent to memory, this botanical garden-themed tea lounge blends cross-cultural culinary finesse, sensorial nostalgia, and quiet indulgence. Designed to help guests slow down and savor the moment, Madeleine de Proust is a tranquil escape where every sip, bite, and aroma rekindles cherished memories in a setting that is as refined as it is Instagram-worthy.
Nestled within the timeless architecture of Fairmont Mumbai, Madeleine de Proust is more than just a tea lounge; it’s a memory-led dining destination where every detail is intentionally designed to delight. The space evokes the charm of a serene afternoon picnic sipping tea, sharing scones, and strolling through a blooming garden. A graceful cherry blossom tree unfurls above the lounge like a memory in bloom, casting dappled light and a sense of hush over the space. Around it, the art whispers of quiet gardens and slower times ceramics, Pop art, and delicate prints that echo nature in its most tender expressions. Each piece, like a botanist’s handwritten note in the margins of time, speaks of observation, wonder, and reverence. The atmosphere is not loud; it lingers softly, like the trace of perfume or the warmth of an afternoon sun, inviting guests to pause, reflect, and remember.
At the heart of the experience is The Tea Book, a curated anthology of rare and signature blends, with each sip thoughtfully paired by the in-house Tea Sommelier. Guests can savour the Golden Hour Champagne, a refined ritual with premium champagne pairings, or the Soulful Masala Chai and the Tea Rituals, celebrating Indian tea traditions with a modern touch. Signature offerings like the indulgent High Tea, Bomba Tomato Chaat, a gourmet take on Banaras-style street food, and Kamachi Tartines topped with seasonal ingredients, reflect a menu rooted in craft, memory, and elegance. Adding a theatrical touch, the Patisserie Cart glides through the lounge, presenting freshly baked French confections. Signature Madeleines and Tartlets are served in exquisite jewellery-inspired boxes, blending the joy of gifting with the finesse of fine patisserie.
Designed to be one of Mumbai’s most Instagrammable and soulfully styled venues, Madeleine de Proust is a space where every frame tells a story and every visit becomes a memory. From its dress code of afternoon elegance to retail moments that allow guests to take home curated tea blends and pâtisserie boxes, the lounge is a celebration of artistry, hospitality, and the timeless beauty of slow living. Madeleine is for discerning individuals who seek refined escape. Travellers, creatives, business executives, and elegant city dwellers who appreciate the beauty of quiet luxury, meaningful conversations, and mindful indulgence. It’s especially designed for ambitious women who embrace tea time as a moment to pause, connect, and reflect amidst lives filled with purpose and passion.
“At Fairmont Mumbai, we believe that food is not just nourishment — it’s memory, emotion, and artistry. With Madeleine de Proust, our vision was to create a space where each element, from the scent of a rare tea to the flakiness of a handmade pastry, evokes a sense of comfort and quiet luxury. It’s a sensory journey rooted in French culinary tradition, yet deeply connected to the warmth and richness of Indian hospitality.” says Pradeep Sabale, Executive Pastry Chef, Fairmont Mumbai
Madeleine de Proust
Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Address: Lobby level, Fairmont Mumbai, T2 Terminal, T2-C06, C.T.S. No. 1405 (Part), Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Road, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400099
