When you are at Florian, if you ask for the “must try” dish, it doesn’t matter if you ask a waiter or a chef, they will all reply without hesitation: Cicchetti (Venetian seafood appetizers) Cicchetti (pronounced qi-ke-ti) are one of the most traditional and authentic Venetian delicacies and cannot be missed. They can be spotted on every Venetian dining table and are a fundamental part of every meal. The famous English food writer Lindy Wildsmith wrote a book on Venetian specialties titled "Cicchetti”, where she explains the fundamental role Cicchetti have among Venetian food delicacies. Like in the case of many waterside cities, seafood is at the center of Venetian cuisine and fish, shrimps and crabs are its local specialties. The famous Rialto Fish Market has almost a thousand years of history. Caffè Florian’s Executive Chef authentically brings to China the most traditional Venetian Cicchetti, combining together the most exquisite ingredients: creamy and rich tuna spread on mini bread slices, succulent cod from Livorno, small salmon bites with caramelized red onions, crispy deep-fried Sicilian red shrimps, and octopus slow-cooked for two hours accompanied with warm pumpkin soup…all of these delicious appetizers are presented on a plate of black stone. Among them there is also the chef’s special creation, thin slices of bread with cuttlefish ink to be accompanied with a glass of cold Prosecco or white wine from the Veneto region – in this way you too can fully experience a typical Venetian blissful moment. Enquiries and Booking Please call +86 512 80788888-5880 or emailsuzhou@caffeflorian.com Address: 1, 2, 7 Floor, Shin Kong Place, No. 456 Suzhou Avenue East, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu

The rising temperature of the early summer days critically reduces the probabilities of having a lay-in. Eating a good and healthy breakfast is enough to feel more than full to the brim.In Venice there is a century-old tradition called Doge's Breakfast and its origin is specifically linked to Venetian aristocracy. In the center of Venice, St Mark’s Square and St Petronio’s Square have been elegantly and cleverly combined together. Here stands Venice’s most magnificent building –The Doge’s Palace. Also known as Duke’s Palace, it once was the official government building of the prosperous and powerful Republic of Venice, while today is a world-famous art museum. This magnificent building brings together Byzantine, Gothic and Renaissance style,standing like a fortress next to the shore. The palace façade is elegant and graceful with a white and pink carved stone loggia situated above a row of arched doors. The alternation betweenthe emptiness below and the fullness above perfectly corresponds to the movement of Venice gently floating on the water. The building is completely different from the adjacent Saint Mark’s Basilica, but they complement each other forming a magnificent mansion. The Moorish rhombus-shaped patterns on the façade and the Gothic sharp-pointed arches and columns are wonderfully combined, creating a graceful and neat decoration on all four sides of the palace. This beautiful Gothic door dating back to the 15th century and adjacent to Saint Mark's Basilica was once the official entrance to the Doge's Palace. The courtyard inside Venice Doge's Palace. The famous 16th century “Scala dei Giganti” in the courtyard. The large oil painting depicting a heavenly scene in the Council Chamber, where the entire ceiling is covered with frescos, can be considered as the representative work of the peak of Venetian art. There is no need to go on a long journey Even though the beautiful Doge’s Palace is in Venice The famous Doge's Breakfast is already arrived in Suzhou Delicious, nutritious and beautiful You can easily have a taste of it atCaffè Florian! Enquiries and Booking Please call +86 512 80788888-5880 or emailsuzhou@caffeflorian.com Address: 1, 2, 7 Floor, Shin Kong Place, No. 456 Suzhou Avenue East, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu

An excellent meal needs a perfect ending anddessertis the ultimate treat. A chef attentive study of the art of dessert can never be too much. Focusing on the perfect combination of composition, color and flavor, this culinary technique fully deserves to be considered a form of art. “No sooner had the warm liquid mixed with the crumbstouched my palate than a shudderran through me and I stopped, intent upon the extraordinary thing that was happening to me. An exquisitepleasurehad invaded my senses, something isolated,detached, with no suggestion of its origin. And at once the vicissitudes of life had become indifferent to me, its disasters innocuous, its brevity illusory - this new sensation having had on me the effect whichlove has of filling mewith aprecious essence…” ——《In Search of Lost Time》Marcel Proust Surprisingly, during the course of his entire life, Proust never forgot that small piece of cake that became the source of inspiration for his literary talent. After all, what kind of magical flavor wouldn't let one's imagination roam? Caffè Florian's new summer desserts have all gone through a restless restyling process to better blend together Western and Eastern taste. The ingredients chosen, the careful control of temperature and quantity, the composition, the combination of different flavors – every step is meticulously planned and executed. In the end, the result could be almost described as perfect. New desserts have been launched in Caffè Florian restaurant located in the 7th floor, e.g. mousse, cake and ice cream, etc. Are you ready to enjoy? Exotic verrine with Passion fruit cream, Mango mousse and Coconut meringue Almond “biancomangiare” with black currant compote A delicate sweetness that smoothly touches your tongue, A light sourness that tantalizes your taste buds. This is the flavor of summer. Cream cheese raspberry cake with vanilla ice cream Try it with a cup of rich Italian coffee, And let the sweetness of the vanilla ice cream counterbalance its bitterness. Enjoy the lasting aftertaste together with the natural antioxidant effect of raspberries. Chocolate praline mousse with caramelized walnut and coffee crumble Melted dark chocolate pounds against walnut cream, blending in with rich cream and sharp chocolate icing, the fierce contrast of these three different flavors creates a music concerto on the tip of your tongue. Amalfi Coast Lemon delight cake, Chocolate ice cream and Limoncello sauce Don't feel guilty about eating dessert! This cake doesn't contain cream and won't make you gain any weight. On the contrary, you will acquire plenty of vitamin C whilst fully enjoying this delicacy. Italy's classic dessert, Tiramisu, is also the most attractive. Finger biscuits freshly taken out of the oven dipped in coffee, A blend of Mascarpone cheese and fresh cream. The most traditional of recipes brings the most classic of flavors – certainly it is the brightest one among your circle of friends. Have you been attracted by the desserts? What’s more,some more new summer desserts will be on sale at Caffè Florian cafeteria at 1st and 2nd floors. What about having a look at the photos first? Pineapple Coconut Tart Coconut cream tart cooked with carmelized pineapple and topped with fresh pineapple soak in green lime, which makes you feel cool like green lime. White Chocolate Jasmine Tea Mousse Jasmine tea has the function of detoxify. White chocolate jasmine tea mousse with raspberry kernel and walnuts biscuit on white roll sponge cake. Mango Pudding Fresh mango pudding, hazelnut crumble and chocolate cream brulee. The delicate fragrance of fruit, the crisp of the walnut and the smooth of the brulee mix together, which will bring you a wonderful memory in this summer. The variety and richness of desserts is not limited to their many different flavors; the most important thing is that in the world there are thousands upon thousands of chefs persistently executing them with great care, blending ideals, illusions, romance and sweet stories inside a truly exquisite dessert. With its strong artistic and romantic atmosphere, Italy is the birthplace of the most exquisite desserts. Meet Italian desserts to instantly experience the country's elegant and poised customs. You will meet all above in Caffè Florian!Let's go to Florian！ Enquiries and Booking Please call +86 512 80788888-5810/5820/5870 or emailsuzhou@caffeflorian.com Address: 1, 2, 7 Floor, Shin Kong Place, No. 456 Suzhou Avenue East, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu

A national culinary treasure from the Apennine Peninsula, tiramisu has become a classic among Italian desserts. And while you may not understand the Italian language, you can only delight in the unforgettable taste of tiramisu. This treat delivers multiple layers of enjoyment – the rich aroma of soft cheese, the piquant bitterness of cocoa, and the mellow smoothness of coffee and liqueur – leaving a varied, yet lingering taste on the palate. Little wonder it has become one of the most popular desserts in restaurants and cafes around the world. As one of the oldest coffeehouses in Europe, boasting an illustrious history of almost 300 years, Caffè Florian uses only the highest quality ingredients to create the truly authentic flavor of tiramisu. Florian’s pastry chef masterfully added his own twists to the traditional tiramisu recipe to create two Florian specialties: Florian’s Modern Tiramisu and Florian Rose Tea Tiramisu. Florian’s Modern Tiramisu, available at Caffè Florian on the 7th Floor of Shin Kong Place Florian Rose Tea Tiramisu Cake of the Month: Florian Tiramisu Parfait For July, Florian’s pastry chefs have ingeniously created the Florian Tiramisu Parfait. As the name implies, Caffè Florian has once again masterfully transformed the classic recipe with a parfait filling, the chilled texture of which undoubtedly adds a refreshing twist to the original recipe. Mascarpone cheese is whisked with Italian egg whites and fresh cream, decorated with chocolate covered coffee beans, before finally being coated in a dark chocolate ganache. Take a nibble, and slightly press down with the tip of your tongue; you will be instantly captivated by the aroma of the parfait as it mingles with the other rich fillings. You will discover a slight bitterness accompanying an undercurrent of sweetness as well as the scent of liqueur, all providing a unique experience for the senses and creating a new standard of excellence in the art of dessert making. Florian cordially invites you to enjoy a cup of coffee and a Tiramisu Parfait, and while away a relaxing afternoon here with us. With this delectable sweet treat, Florian offers not merely a staple of traditional Italian high tea, but also allows customers to experience one of the culinary charms of Italy. Enquiries and Booking Please call +86 512 80788888-5810/5820/5870 or emailsuzhou@caffeflorian.com Address: 1, 2, 7 Floor, Shin Kong Place, No. 456 Suzhou Avenue East, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu

＊Don’t miss out on the chance to win a free gelato,refer to the end of the post for details! It isn't summer without ice cream and cocktails! 🍦🍧🍨🍸🍾 Florian Pop Up Gelato Cart feat. Squiffy Cocktail Festival 07/08（Fri）、07/09（Sat）、07/10（Sun） 16:30-22:30 6th Floor Terrace, Shin Kong Place This weekend, you are OUT if you decide to stay in… The city's party animals will descend onto Shin Kong Place's 6th Floor terrace for the first ever Squiffy Cocktail Festival, partying the night away with over 70+ types of cocktails from 15 of Suzhou's hottest bars and clubs. Raise an ice cream against the summer sky ,and take a snap! Caffè Florian's pop up gelato cart,with six mouth-watering flavors – tiramisu, chocolate, cookies and cream, yoghurt, mango and summer berries, awaits you at Suzhou’s first ever Squiffy Cocktail Festival this weekend. Gelato – the world’s best ice cream Seated on the Spanish Steps, Audrey Hepburn asks Gregory Peck: “But you want to do a lot of silly things?” This iconic scene from the Roman Holiday, not only sparked the fairy-tale romance between Princess Ann and her prince charming, but more importantly, it is the moment the world fell in love with gelato. Gelato——Impassable classic ice cream "Gelato"is the Italian term for ice cream. Or to be politically correct, it refers to artisan style Italian ice cream. Gelato has roots that stretch back hundreds of years to frozen desserts in Sicily – snow and ice were brought down from mountaintops during winter and preserved below ground to battle the summer heat. Due to its scarcity, gelato was an old-aged delicacy only the nobilities got to enjoy. Nowadays, gelato is one of Italy's most loved exports and can be found in all corners of the world. In addtion to Gelato, we also have beautifulItalian style popsicle and Parfait! Tips Find us at the Squiffy Cocktail Event for a chance to receive a free scoop of Florian gelato: Date:8th July to 10th July Time:16:30 to 22:00 Location: 6th Floor Terrace, Shin Kong Place Details: The first 20 customers to find our pop up gelato cart and follow us on wechat at this weekend’s Squiffy Cocktail Festival will receive a complimentary scoop of gelato worth RMB 30. If you miss us this weekend, don’t worry! Our gelato cart can also be found at Caffè Florian on the 2nd Floor of Shin Kong Place. Swing by for a taste of the most authentic artisanal gelato anytime this summer! Enquiries and Booking Please call +86 512 80788888-5810/5820/5870 or emailsuzhou@caffeflorian.com Address: 1, 2, 7 Floor, Shin Kong Place, No. 456 Suzhou Avenue East, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu