Winter Black Truffle Extravaganza
Cucina celebrates the season of Australian black truffles
Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel
Dining, 12 June 2024
The Western Australian black truffle is a highly sought-after ingredient renowned for its intense aroma and earthy flavour profile. With the perfect climate, air and soil, the pristine environment of Western Australia produces some of the best black truffles in the world. Its rarity and high demand make it an exclusive ingredient in fine-dining circles.
A must-try dish is the baked crab meat in shell, creamy leeks, black truffle caviar, black truffle (HK$288). Exquisitely presented in the crab’s carapace, this delightful dish combines the rich textures and flavours of sweet crab meat, creamy leeks and rich truffle caviar. The culinary creation is further elevated with freshly shaved Australian black truffles on top.
Another chef-recommended highlight is the beef tenderloin carpaccio, truffle cheese, button mushrooms, rocket, black truffle (HK$298). This sensational creation features paper-thin slices of expertly prepared Angus beef paired perfectly with cheese and mushrooms to create a delightful contrast of textures. The fresh truffle shavings on top is the perfect finishing touch that adds an earthy, musky scent. The dish boasts a buttery and tender texture and a light and delicate flavour that is sure to impress every diner.
Gourmands can also indulge in the pan-fried Italian veal chop, seared duck liver, black truffle sauce, black truffle (HK$528). The succulent veal is cooked to melt-in-the-mouth perfection, while the seared duck liver and luxurious black truffle sauce add rich and decadent flavours that complement the tender meat.
Other not-to-be-missed dishes include the risotto with wild mushrooms, ”Testun” barolo cheese, asparagus, black truffle (HK$368), a tantalising dish that perfectly combines the earthy flavours of wild mushrooms with the rich aromas of black truffles. For those seeking for classic Italian flavours, both the fettuccine with butter & parmesan cheese sauce, fresh Tuscan sausage, black truffle ($358) and the homemade ravioli “del plin” stuffed with beef & spinach, red prawn tartare, black truffle ($348) are sure to satisfy.
Cucina offers the perfect setting for a hearty Italian feast with its warm and inviting ambiance. Diners can immerse themselves in the unique scent and indulgent flavour of black truffles while enjoying stunning views of Victoria Harbour. The Australian black truffle dishes are available on the all-day à la carte menu from 12 June to 3 September 2024.
For enquires or reservations, please call Cucina at 2113 0808 or click here for table bookings.
Cucina – 2024 Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star restaurant
Address: Level 6, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
T +852 2113 0808 E info@cucinahk.com Website: www.cucinahk.com
About Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel
EXPLORE DISCOVER EXPERIENCE
Situated in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, which earned the 2024 Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Award, is part of Harbour City. The hotel comprises 605 luxurious guestrooms and suites, many with breath-taking views of Victoria Harbour. Within walking distance, guests can explore notable landmarks such as the Hong Kong Cultural Centre and 1881 Heritage. The hotel is also on the doorsteps of the Star Ferry terminal and MTR stations.
Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel features a lobby lounge; the all-day dining outlet Cafe Marco, which features a wide variety of gourmet cuisines from all over the world; and our 2024 Forbes Travel Guide 4-star Italian restaurant, Cucina. The hotel has14 function rooms, the largest of which can accommodate up to 430 guests, as well as a dedicated and professional Banquet Services Team.
Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel is part of Wharf Hotels, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Wharf (Holdings) Ltd Other Wharf Hotels properties in Hong Kong include the Gateway Hotel and Prince Hotel. Further details on Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel are available at marcopolohotels.com.
About Marco Polo Hotels
Inspiration in the Heart of the City
Marco Polo Hotels’ 11 premium hotels in Hong Kong SAR, mainland China and the Philippines reflect the adventurous ethos of the brand’s namesake – Marco Polo. Located in key destinations, each property is active in their community, committed to sustainability and a central hub for gatherings and meaningful local experiences. The brand is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. For more information, please visit marcopolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.
About Global Hotel Alliance
Launched in 2010, GHA DISCOVERY is the world’s largest loyalty programme for independent hotel brands, featuring more than 800 hotels, resorts and palaces across 40 brands. Members enjoy VIP recognition, thoughtful benefits and generous rewards at home or away. GHA DISCOVERY members earn and spend DISCOVERY Dollars (D$), an exclusive rewards currency. They also enjoy member-only Experiences curated by each hotel and have access to properties close to home, without a stay, through member-only Local Offers. For more information about GHA DISCOVERY or to join, visit www.ghadiscovery.com or download the GHA DISCOVERY mobile app. Travellers can also connect with GHA DISCOVERY on Instagram and Facebook.
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DownloadMs Anissa Wong
Director of Communications
Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel | Gateway | Prince
3 Canton Road, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui,
Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China
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E anissa.wong@marcopolohotels.com
Ms Queeny Iu
Assistant Communications Manager
Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel | Gateway | Prince
3 Canton Road, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China
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