Eat & Drink the Design Kitchen
Afternoon Tea: Worlds of LAIKA
A beautifully crafted afternoon tea experience inspired by 'LAIKA presents Wildwood: The Exhibition', designed to complement your visit.
Make it sparkly, vegan or gluten-free
What to expect
Available at the Design Kitchen from 15 October 2026 to 10 January 2027
Indulge yourself in our new delicious afternoon tea offer, created to accompany 'LAIKA presents Wildwood: The Exhibition'.
LAIKA is an award-winning animation studio renowned for bringing some of the most unforgettable stop-motion animated films to life, such as Coraline (2009), ParaNorman (2012), and Kubo and the Two Strings (2016).
Inspired by the magical world of 'Wildwood', LAIKA’s newest stop-motion film, 'Worlds of LAIKA' afternoon tea celebrates the story of character Prue McKeel, who ventures into the mysterious wilderness to rescue her little brother after he is kidnapped by crows, in a heartening tale of imagination, adventure and craftsmanship.
Drawing inspiration from the film's visual landscape and LAIKA’s hometown of Portland, Oregon, this delightful afternoon tea reflects the artistry and creativity behind the film, making it an ideal experience for LAIKA fans, food lovers and design enthusiasts alike.
PRICES
• Afternoon tea: £39.95 per person
• Sparkling afternoon tea: £53.95 per person Includes a glass of Nyetimber Classic Cuvee Multi-Vintage or NyetimberRosé Multi-Vintage
• Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten-free options are available upon request. For any allergen queries, please speak to a member of our team or email thedesign.kitchen@designmuseum.org ahead of your visit.
• Design Museum Members enjoy a 10% discount at the Design Kitchen, Design Cafe, and the Design Museum Shop
Afternoon tea sales help support the Design Museum’s activities and future programme as a charity.
HOW TO BOOK
VIA EMAIL:
You can book a 'Worlds of LAIKA Afternoon Tea' experience by emailing our team at thedesign.kitchen@designmuseum.org with the desired date and time. Spaces are limited; pre-booking is recommended.
WHEN YOU BOOK A VISIT TO THE LAIKA EXHIBITION:
If you wish to combine your afternoon tea experience with a visit to 'LAIKA presents Wildwood: The Exhibition', you can book your tickets online and add an afternoon tea to your purchase.
Good to know:
– Booking an Afternoon Tea does not include a ticket to the exhibition.
– Please note that the museum closes at 17:00 Mon-Thu and at 18:00 on Fri-Sun. Please give yourself enough time to enjoy your afternoon tea and explore our exhibitions.
In collaboration with Lexington
We’re pleased to be working with Lexington as our new catering partner – bringing together creative chefs, brilliant hospitality teams and the experience to make everything from an intimate afternoon tea or dinner to a major event feel effortless. Lexington’s approach combines culinary excellence, responsible sourcing and exceptional service with one simple ambition: to create joyful experiences that people remember.
The exhibition
Photos: Richard Heald for the Design Museum, 2026