Bibi Aperitivo Bar within Dimora

Espresso coffee, Versace dresses, Ferrari sports cars – pretty much everything is better when it’s made Italian.

So why not take the most British of traditions and give them a festive Italian twist? Dimora, in Glasgow’s Newton Mearns, has cottoned on to this great idea this Christmas, serving up an afternoon tea with a difference.

Experience the fusion with today’s Big Deal for festive afternoon tea for two with a Prosecco cocktail.

Themed afternoon tea

This Big Deal from Dimora restaurant in Newton Mearns is for a festive afternoon tea for two with a Dimora berry merry Christmas Prosecco cocktail each.

As Dimora is an Italian restaurant, their afternoon teas have a distinctly Mediterranean feel, this time with a Christmassy twist. Your tasty spread will look a lot like the following:

Deep fried calzone stuffed with tomato, Parma ham and cheese
Arancini (rice ball, peas, tomato, smoked Mozzarella, Parmesan)
Smoked salmon cheese and potato croquette

Homemade bread with:
Bruschetta with prawns and Marie Rose sauce
Sandwich with turkey, rocket and cranberry
Sandwich with vegetables
Focaccia with salami, tomato and ricotta

Orange and cinnamon tiramisu
White Chocolaterie mousse
Chocolate cake
Cranberry and cream tartlet
Lemon scones with cream and jam

Alongside the tasty treats, guests will have a glass of Dimora berry merry Christmas Prosecco cocktail.

You will also be offered a choice of tea or coffee.

19th century villa

Dimora is a newly refurbished Italian restaurant in Newton Mearns serving dishes inspired by the cuisine of Naples, Campania and the Amalfi Coast.

The setting is a 19th century sandstone villa and inside you will find a relaxed, contemporary space where you can sit back and enjoy a gossipy afternoon. The afternoon tea is served in their upstairs aperitivo bar.

As much as possible, Head Chef Peppe aims to prepare all dishes from scratch, meaning that you will enjoy a truly fresh selection of afternoon tea goodies.

There is plenty of on-street parking by the restaurant and the nearest train station is Whitecraigs. Darnley Country Park is also close by, should you fancy a scenic stroll after tea.

Happy guests

Dimora is a firm favourite with 5pm customers. The restaurant currently has an average rating of 4.4 stars out of 5 from 46 reviews.

Recent reviews, edited for length, say:

‘Had afternoon tea at Dimora. It was our first visit and the whole experience was excellent. The manager and staff were most welcoming, the surroundings and ambience were first class and the food was excellent. Voucher was the best present we have had for a long time. We will be back.’

‘If you are looking for authentic Italian food a bit different from the usual then Dimora is definitely worth a try. It serves Northern Italian dishes with family recipes and homemade pasta. The portions are generous and the food is fresh and delicious. Service is very good and always with a smile.’

Idyllic afternoon for two

Available from 1st December to 5th January, today’s Big Deal from Dimora in the Southside is a treat like no other, with its unique Italian twist on a festive afternoon tea.

With a Prosecco cocktail each included, and a comfy, contemporary setting to relax in, this would make a lovely day out with a friend. It would also be a great gift for the tea lover in your life.