Resort Afternoon Tea
Chapter & Verse Gold Coast: Traditional High Tea at JW Marriott
Chapter & Verse delivers a polished Gold Coast high tea where regional Queensland produce, fresh scones, and house-made garden basil pesto meet Moët & Chandon Champagne.
Pouring a glass of Moët & Chandon Impérial Champagne beside a filled high tea stand at Chapter & Verse sets an indulgent tone inside the JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort. When I ordered the Traditional High Tea ($79 per guest), I found an afternoon spread that thoughtfully connects classic high tea traditions with regional Queensland produce and herbs grown on the resort property.
Rather than leaning on generic tea sandwiches or basic pastries, the kitchen builds both tiers around ingredients with a clear sense of place. From regional pork and local cheese to fruit from the Hinterland, every element feels designed to showcase the culinary surroundings of the Gold Coast.
Is Chapter & Verse worth adding to your itinerary?
The sweet tiers balance traditional comfort with vibrant local fruit. Freshly baked scones arrive ready for generous dollops of thick double cream and sweet homemade jams, delivering the essential high tea ritual.
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Menu highlights
Highlights from Zen’s visit.
At a glance: what we ordered
- Traditional High Tea with Moët & Chandon Impérial Champagne
Regional Produce on the Savoury Tier
The savoury tier brings genuine local flavour to the table. Gourmet sandwiches are packed with tender Bangalow pork, earthy truffle Cheddar cheese, and creamy Witches Chase Brie, elevating the sandwich selection beyond standard resort offerings.
A standout herbaceous detail is the house basil pesto, made using fresh basil harvested directly from the resort's own JW Garden. That garden connection adds a personal, fresh element to the savoury bites.
Baked Scones and Hinterland Pastries
The sweet tiers balance traditional comfort with vibrant local fruit. Freshly baked scones arrive ready for generous dollops of thick double cream and sweet homemade jams, delivering the essential high tea ritual.
The pastry selection continues to highlight regional quality with a hinterland wild mixed berry tart, alongside a delicate JW macaron made with seasonal fruits. At $79 per guest including the glass of Moët & Chandon Impérial Champagne, it offers a refined and memorable Gold Coast afternoon.
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Frequently asked questions
What is included in the Traditional High Tea at Chapter & Verse?
The Traditional High Tea includes freshly baked scones with double cream and homemade jams, gourmet sandwiches filled with Bangalow pork, truffle Cheddar, Witches Chase Brie, and JW Garden basil pesto, plus a hinterland wild mixed berry tart and seasonal JW macaron.
How much is high tea at Chapter & Verse?
The Traditional High Tea is priced at $79 per guest, which includes a glass of Moët & Chandon Impérial Champagne.
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Zen visited in 2023. Menus, ratings, prices and opening hours can change, so check directly with the venue before you go.
It was a pleasure to be invited to experience Chapter & Verse but all opinions shared are my own.