Get in the holiday spirit at Caramoor’s historic Rosen House! Enjoy charismatic musicians, festive decorations, and tea service in the majestic Music Room. Following the spirited performance, the tea service includes an assortment of finger sandwiches, scrumptious holiday treats, and a variety of teas (or hot chocolate with marshmallows for children!). This program is popular and dates quickly fill up. Please scroll down to see the menus we offer!
Saniyyah Bamberg, soprano
William Schwartzman, piano
12:00pm / Caramoor Holiday Gift Shop opens in Summer Dining Room
1:30pm / Music Room opens for seating
2:00pm / Holiday concert with Saniyyah Bamberg & William Schwartzman
3:00pm / Tea service begins
5:00pm / Caramoor Holiday Gift Shop closes
Self-Guided Rosen House Tours (included with ticket) / Following the tea, you will also have a chance to visit select rooms of the Rosen House starting at 4:00pm, until 5:00pm. The rooms showcase fine examples of decorative arts from Europe and China including jade, porcelain, and textiles that the Rosens admired and collected, and will also be decked out for the holidays with enchanting decorations inspired by the Rosen family archive.
Docent-Guided Holiday Rosen House Tours (additional fees may apply) / Preceding the tea, you are invited to step into a holiday wonderland! Join us for a special tour of the art-filled Rosen House, decked out with enchanting decorations inspired by the cherished Rosen family archive. Create lasting holiday memories and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Rosen House with an unforgettable Holiday Tour! Docent-led Holiday Tours are available by appointment only; they tend to fill up quickly, so be sure to book in advance by clicking here or calling the Box Office at 914.232.1252. Advanced Registration Required. Docent-led Holiday Tours are free for Members and Children 18 and Under.
Upon Arrival
Cranberry-Orange Scone with Crème Fraiche and Raspberry Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Roasted Tomato, Ricotta, and Avocado on Crostini Toast
Smoked Salmon, Chive Cream Cheese, and Capers on Rye Bread
Cucumber and Mint Cream Cheese on Black Bread
Curried Chicken Salad on Brioche Bun
Turkey Apple Cranberry Salad in a Phyllo Cup
Teas
Ceylon Waltz Black Tea
Earl Grey Moonlight Sonata Black Tea
Peppermint Herbal Tea
Desserts
An Assortment of Seasonal Desserts
Upon Arrival
Cranberry-Orange Scone with Crème Fraiche and Raspberry Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Roast Beef and Cheddar on Wheat
Ham and Swiss on Rye
Turkey and American Cheese on Rye
Mozzarella and Tomato on Mini Brioche Buns
Peanut Butter and Jelly on White Bread
Teas
Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows
Desserts
An Assortment of Seasonal Desserts
Dietary Restrictions: With advance notice at the time of booking, we are able to accommodate the following dietary restrictions: vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free. Please let us know if you have any severe allergies and we will do our best to accommodate. Please note, all foods are prepared off-site therefore we cannot provide day-of requests.
Upon Arrival
Cranberry-Orange Scone with Crème Fraiche and Raspberry Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Roasted Tomato, Avocado, and Ricotta on Crostini Toast
Cucumber and Mint Cream Cheese on Black Bread
Fresh Mozzarella, Pesto, and Arugula on Whole Grain Bread
Hummus and Roasted Veggies on Rye Bread
Curried Vegetarian “Chicken” Salad and Arugula on Mini Brioche Bun
Teas
Ceylon Waltz Black Tea
Earl Grey Moonlight Sonata Black Tea
Peppermint Herbal Tea
Desserts
An Assortment of Seasonal Desserts
Upon Arrival
Vegan Scone with Raspberry Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Curried Vegetarian “Chicken” Salad and Arugula on Vegan Bread
Hummus and Roasted Veggies on Rye Bread
Avocado, Roasted Tomato, and “Ricotta” on Crostini Toast
Vegan Mozzarella, Tomato, and Arugula with Balsamic Vinaigrette on Crostini Toast
Cucumber and Mint Vegan Cream Cheese on Black Bread
*uses nut-based cheese substitutes
Teas
Ceylon Waltz Black Tea
Earl Grey Moonlight Sonata Black Tea
Peppermint Herbal Tea
Desserts
An Assortment of Seasonal Vegan Desserts
Upon Arrival
Gluten Free Scone with Crème Fraiche and Raspberry Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Roasted Tomato, Ricotta, and Avocado on Gluten Free Bread
Smoked Salmon, Chive Cream Cheese, and Capers on Gluten Free Bread
Cucumber and Mint Cream Cheese on Gluten Free Bread
Curried Chicken Salad on Gluten Free Bread
Turkey Apple Cranberry Salad on Gluten Free Bread
Teas
Ceylon Waltz Black Tea
Earl Grey Moonlight Sonata Black Tea
Peppermint Herbal Tea
Desserts
An Assortment of Seasonal Gluten Free Desserts
Upon Arrival
Dairy Free Scone with Raspberry Jam
Tea Sandwiches
Curried Chicken Salad and Arugula on Dairy Free Bread
Avocado, Roasted Tomato, and “Ricotta” on Crostini Toast
Smoked Salmon, Vegan Cream Cheese, Capers, Rye Bread
Cucumber and Mint Vegan Cream Cheese on Black Bread
Turkey Apple Cranberry Salad on Dairy Free Bread
*Uses Nut-Based Cheeses
Teas
Ceylon Waltz Black Tea
Earl Grey Moonlight Sonata Black Tea
Peppermint Herbal Tea
Desserts
An Assortment of Seasonal Dairy Free Desserts
Give the Gift of Music this Season!
Need a unique gift idea for the music lover in your life? Purchase a Caramoor Gift Certificate for any value by emailing us at boxoffice@caramoor.org or call 914.232.1252. Or Give the Gift of Membership! Membership is a delightful present for any occasion that can be enjoyed year-round, including:
Advanced ticket sales, to get the best seats first; Free tours of the historic Rosen House; and, Exclusive invitations to Members-only events. Contact membership@caramoor.org for more information.
Don’t Forget to Stop by the Gift Shop!
Get into the festive spirit at Caramoor by visiting our gift shop, where you can discover the perfect holiday presents for your loved ones. From Caramoor merchandise to musical treasures, make a stop at Caramoor’s gift shop as part of your holiday shopping tradition.