Calendar of Events

The Ballroom is transformed into a Nutcracker dreamland as a family-friendly tea is served, featuring delicious treats from the Land of Sweets and a visit from the Nutcracker characters. Visions of Sugar Plums will dance in your head through the children's sing-along and holiday cookie decorating.

11 a.m., prior to the 1 p.m. matinee at the Boston Opera House.

$45 for adults; $35 for children. Exclusive of tax and gratuities. Children's pricing is for ages 12 and under. Advance reservations required. Early reservations recommended.

Our Ballroom, overlooking Boston Common sets the stage as Nutcracker characters mingle and take photos at our Nutcracker Brunch. In addition to the live entertainment and children's activities, our chef's elegant buffet will captivate both children and adults at this magical tradition.

10 a.m., prior to the 1 p.m. matinee at the Boston Opera House. 

$70 for adults and $38 for children, exclusive of tax and gratuities. Children's pricing is for ages 12 and under. Advance reservations required. Early reservations recommended.

After an unforgettable date night at The Nutcracker, please join us in The Gallery where we present a sumptuous gourmet chocolate buffet of the most unforgettable decadent chocolate desserts complimented by a flight of Moet & Chandon Champagne. Indulge in this sinful selection of Nutcracker Sweets and Champagne Flights of Fancy.

$35 exclusive of tax and gratuities, advance reservations required, early reservations recommended.

The Ritz-Carlton presents A Day of Social Savvy; where children are both seen and heard during the full-day etiquette program. 

Hosted by the etiquette experts of The Judith Ré Académie for Instruction in the Social Graces and the service professionals of The Ritz-Carlton, this innovative program invites young ladies and gentlemen, ages 8 through 12, to develop their social and personal skills.

Fall classes will be held on November 14 and December 5, 2009. The day of activities includes instruction, demonstration and participation in the following areas: proper introductions, table setting and manners, food preparation and presentation, telephone and cell phone etiquette, thank-you note writing, polite conversation, health care, dancing and social “mishaps.”

A Day of Social Savvy for children begins with a welcome gathering over hot chocolate and muffins, followed by a tour of The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common.  This unique program includes the chance to work alongside the hotel’s pastry chef, preparing delicate desserts. The hands-on approach is emphasized throughout the day, enabling children not just to enjoy, but to actually create a proper social decorum. A Day of Social Savvy culminates in an evening dance during which the children learn the art of ballroom dancing and experiment with some high energy and modern dance steps.

All activities are hosted within the hotel, where young ladies and gentlemen are taught the power of poise and grace, amidst the elegant function rooms and restaurants. 

Enrollment for A Day of Social Savvy is limited, and reservations are required.  The fee is $325 per child, which includes meals, amenities, instruction and taxes for this daylong event. 

This longstanding tradition at The Ritz-Carlton featueres fresh baked scones, delicate sandwiches, delightful petit fours and desserts. Choose from the finest selections of handcrafted loose teas and take pleasure in a relaxing afternoon.

Seatings at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
$32 per adult $20 per child under 12 exclusive of tax and gratuity
Reservations are required.

 The Ritz-Carlton, is pleased to present Social Savvy: Staying Connected with Manners in a Wireless World. This new, innovated and very current children's program is designed expressly to enhance social skill awareness within our every day electronic world, infused with elements of traditional etiquette standards.

Hosted by author and etiquette expert Judith Re', of The Judith Re' Academie for Instruction in the Social Graces, and the service professionals of The Ritz-Carlton,  this customized program invites ladies and gentlemen, ages 10 through 14, to develop their electronic guidelines, hand in hand with essential social and personal skills.

The program will be held from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays, November 15 and December 6, 2009. The day of activities include: instruction and participation in  wireless manners; responsibility in public vs. private areas, voice modulation, personal text messaging, e-mails, cell phone etiquette and other electronic correspondence, Sound Out discussion, table setting, American dinning skills; table manners, appropriate dinner conversation, handling difficult foods, menu ordering, special dietary ordering skills and tipping, proper introductions, pastry making and presentation, discussion on the cultural impact  tea  has made in our civilization.

Social Savvy: Staying Connected with Manners in a Wireless World begins with a warm welcome, gathering over a selected beverage and finger foods, during the welcome arrival student conversation is encouraged, followed by a tour of The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common, then on to a private room for the afternoon’s instruction. This cutting edge program includes the chance to creatively work alongside the hotel's pastry chef, preparing delicate desserts. A hands-on approach is emphasized throughout the day, not only allowing children the enjoyment of building social awareness, yet at the same time, demonstrating how to incorporate these skills in their everyday life. Social Savvy: Staying Connected with "Manners in a Wireless World" culminates with delightful Japanese tea learning about proper nuances and diverse cultures.

All activities are hosted within the hotel, allowing young ladies and gentleman to develop the power of poise and grace, amidst The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common elegant function rooms and restaurants.

Enrollment for Social Savvy: Staying Connected with "Manners in a Wireless World" is limited, and reservations are required. The fee is $200 per child, which includes instruction, meals, amenities and taxes for this half-day event. 

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…for cupcakes. Relax in elegance and sample bright, colorful and deliciously decadent holiday-themed cupcakes served in The Ritz-Carlton style. Space is limited, therefore reservations are required.
Cupcake Tea private parties or events may also be arranged.

Holiday Cupcake Tea Menus

Adult Cupcake Tea
$22 per adult
Cupcake Tea includes flight of five petit cupcakes and your choice of Mighty Leaf Tea, Hot Chocolate or one non-alcoholic beverage

• Chocolate Peppermint Patty-Cake
  Rich Chocolate Cupcake, Peppermint Crème, Topped with Peppermint Patty
• Egg Nog
  Fluffy Vanilla Cupcake, Creamy Egg Nog Custard, Chantilly Cream, Topped with Fresh Nutmeg
• New England Caramel Apple
  Cupcake Baked with Locally Grown Apples, Sweet Caramelized Apples, Sticky Caramel Glaze
• Gingerbread Spice
  Ginger Spice Cupcake, Homemade Cranberry Compote, Traditional Cream Cheese Icing
• Boston Cream Pie
  Vanilla Sponge Cupcake, Fresh Pastry Cream, Valrhona Chocolate Glaze

Children’s Cupcake Tea
$18 per child
Flight of three assorted petite cupcakes with choice of toppings and your choice of
Mighty Leaf Tea, Hot Chocolate, Milk or Chocolate Milk

• Chocolate Peppermint Patty-Cake
  Chock-full-of-Chocolate Cupcake, Peppermint Crème, Topped with Peppermint Patty
• Vanilla Snowflake
  Fluffy Vanilla Cupcake, Snow White Chocolate Buttercream
• Rudolph’s Red Velvet
  Rich Red Velvet Cupcake, Traditional Cream Cheese Icing

Toppings for Decorating
Oreo, Toasted Coconut, M&M’s

Partake in a delicious feast that features traditional holiday fare, including roast turkey, prime rib or beef, a seafood station with shrimp, Jonah crab claws, oysters and more, caviar, foods for kids and desserts. Enjoy brunch in our beautiful Ballroom overlooking Boston Common. Other highlights include a live Jazz trio and a visit from Santa.   

$89 for adults; $45 for children  Price is exclusive of tax and gratuity. Beverages not included unless otherwise noted. Children's pricing is for ages 12 and under. Advance reservations required. Early reservations recommended.   

This longstanding tradition at The Ritz-Carlton featueres fresh baked scones, delicate sandwiches, delightful petit fours and desserts. Choose from the finest selections of handcrafted loose teas and take pleasure in a relaxing afternoon.

Seatings at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
$32 per adult $20 per child under 12 exclusive of tax and gratuity
Reservations are required.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…for cupcakes. Relax in elegance and sample bright, colorful and deliciously decadent holiday-themed cupcakes served in The Ritz-Carlton style. Space is limited, therefore reservations are required.
Cupcake Tea private parties or events may also be arranged.

Holiday Cupcake Tea Menus

Adult Cupcake Tea
$22 per adult
Cupcake Tea includes flight of five petit cupcakes and your choice of Mighty Leaf Tea, Hot Chocolate or one non-alcoholic beverage

• Chocolate Peppermint Patty-Cake
  Rich Chocolate Cupcake, Peppermint Crème, Topped with Peppermint Patty
• Egg Nog
  Fluffy Vanilla Cupcake, Creamy Egg Nog Custard, Chantilly Cream, Topped with Fresh Nutmeg
• New England Caramel Apple
  Cupcake Baked with Locally Grown Apples, Sweet Caramelized Apples, Sticky Caramel Glaze
• Gingerbread Spice
  Ginger Spice Cupcake, Homemade Cranberry Compote, Traditional Cream Cheese Icing
• Boston Cream Pie
  Vanilla Sponge Cupcake, Fresh Pastry Cream, Valrhona Chocolate Glaze

Children’s Cupcake Tea
$18 per child
Flight of three assorted petite cupcakes with choice of toppings and your choice of
Mighty Leaf Tea, Hot Chocolate, Milk or Chocolate Milk

• Chocolate Peppermint Patty-Cake
  Chock-full-of-Chocolate Cupcake, Peppermint Crème, Topped with Peppermint Patty
• Vanilla Snowflake
  Fluffy Vanilla Cupcake, Snow White Chocolate Buttercream
• Rudolph’s Red Velvet
  Rich Red Velvet Cupcake, Traditional Cream Cheese Icing

Toppings for Decorating
Oreo, Toasted Coconut, M&M’s

This longstanding tradition at The Ritz-Carlton featueres fresh baked scones, delicate sandwiches, delightful petit fours and desserts. Choose from the finest selections of handcrafted loose teas and take pleasure in a relaxing afternoon.

Seatings at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
$32 per adult $20 per child under 12 exclusive of tax and gratuity
Reservations are required.

This longstanding tradition at The Ritz-Carlton featueres fresh baked scones, delicate sandwiches, delightful petit fours and desserts. Choose from the finest selections of handcrafted loose teas and take pleasure in a relaxing afternoon.

Seatings at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
$32 per adult $20 per child under 12 exclusive of tax and gratuity
Reservations are required.

This longstanding tradition at The Ritz-Carlton featueres fresh baked scones, delicate sandwiches, delightful petit fours and desserts. Choose from the finest selections of handcrafted loose teas and take pleasure in a relaxing afternoon.

Seatings at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
$32 per adult $20 per child under 12 exclusive of tax and gratuity
Reservations are required.

This longstanding tradition at The Ritz-Carlton featueres fresh baked scones, delicate sandwiches, delightful petit fours and desserts. Choose from the finest selections of handcrafted loose teas and take pleasure in a relaxing afternoon.

Seatings at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
$32 per adult $20 per child under 12 exclusive of tax and gratuity
Reservations are required.

This longstanding tradition at The Ritz-Carlton featueres fresh baked scones, delicate sandwiches, delightful petit fours and desserts. Choose from the finest selections of handcrafted loose teas and take pleasure in a relaxing afternoon.

Seatings at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
$32 per adult $20 per child under 12 exclusive of tax and gratuity
Reservations are required.

This longstanding tradition at The Ritz-Carlton featueres fresh baked scones, delicate sandwiches, delightful petit fours and desserts. Choose from the finest selections of handcrafted loose teas and take pleasure in a relaxing afternoon.

Seatings at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
$32 per adult $20 per child under 12 exclusive of tax and gratuity
Reservations are required.