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2014-04-11
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At the point of writing this, I have already been to the restaurant for 4 times. On each and all occassions, the dining experience was near perfect. (perfection is an illusion).I write on my first experience at dinner on 29 March 2014.1. The restaurant was very simply designed with modern awnings and wall paper. It was located diagonally opposite the Hopewell centre. 2. When we arrived, we were immediately shown to our table at a comfortable corner and was offerred the drink list and the men
I write on my first experience at dinner on 29 March 2014.
1. The restaurant was very simply designed with modern awnings and wall paper. It was located diagonally opposite the Hopewell centre.
2. When we arrived, we were immediately shown to our table at a comfortable corner and was offerred the drink list and the menu.
3. Apart from ala carte, there were a choice of 1,2 or 3 course set dinners to choose from ranging from a price of HKD$280 to 480 per person.
4. We ordered a 3 course dinner each at HK$480+ each.
5. My wife had : Foie Gras Trio, John Dory and Lavender creame brulee
I had : Scallops Duo, Grilled Pigeon and Appla Tart.
6. The Foie Gras was served in 3 small portions in 3 different forms - beautifully cooked from grilled, fried and terrine. My wife loved all the flavours from the lusciously cooked dish.
7. The John Dory fillet was cooked in white wine sauce and was delightfully delicious. the skin was crispy and the fillet.. - warmth and juicy.
8. The lavender creame brulee was unusual in its name but was aromatically baked and deliciously true to its flavours.
9. As for my scallops, they were beautifully grilled and overlayed with homemade sauce. Very fragrant and rich and was the best dish amongst all of my choice.
10. The grilled pigeon was very juicy. Not dry as was assurred to me by the chef. Lots of 'character' with each bite oozing with flavour from the red colour sauce which accompanied the dish.
11. Lastly, the apple tart which like the creame brulee, was freshly baked on our orders (we usually order dessert at the end of our second course). The crust was crispy and piping hot. Fillings of apples were fresh and hot. Right from the oven to our table.
12. The evening meal was a sumptuous and very satisfying gourmet experience.
13. As for the wine, we ordered 3 glasses of Rose. I completed the night with a Graham 10yrs Vintage Port.
14. Before I conclude, I must add that the restaurant carries a unique personal touch of chef Patrick. Chef patrick will go from table to table of guest seeking their feedback on his dishes and even recommending them dishes. It was the personal interaction with the chef that has made the experience ever more personal, delightful and enjoyable.
15. Lastly, one more surprise for the restaurant came in its bread basket. The bread was a home made baguette and was very crunchy and tastety. It carries a uniquely different taste from normal baguette- slightly more tasty with a warmth - centre portion. Beautiful..
16. We completed the evening by buying a fresh loaf of baguette from who else..but the chef himself.
17. Total bill with 3 rose + port + dinner = HKD$1,470
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