Italian chef Luca Angioletti takes on the role of Executive Chef of Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, the all-day dining restaurant located at the 24th floor which features live cooking stations and high-quality Asian and Continental buffet spreads.
With more than 20 years of industry experience in award-winning restaurants across Doha, Dubai, Italy, Germany, USA, and the Philippines, Chef Luca’s philosophy of cooking balances tradition and innovation, respecting the territory and ingredients while applying modern cooking techniques to add value to each dish. His love and passion for preparing food is rooted in what he observed from his grandmother growing up, which only deepened as he traveled the world and embraced various cultures.
“At Cucina, our food creations will start by sourcing the best quality ingredients in the local market, which we will enhance through new techniques and creativity,” he said. “Our goal is to continuously improve each diner’s experience, just as the global dining scene continues to evolve.”
On the 44th floor, authentic Cantonese restaurant Lung Hin welcomes its new Chinese Executive Chef, Raymond Yeung. Chef Raymond brings to the table over 26 years of culinary experience from five-star international hotels and established Chinese restaurants across the Asian region. With his leadership, the Lung Hin culinary team aims to serve up unique dishes with complex flavors, showcasing the diverse and exciting world of Chinese cuisine.
Embark on a memorable dining journey at Cucina, where the breakfast is open daily from 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, while the lunch buffet is open from Thursday to Sunday from 12:00 NN – 2:30 PM and the dinner buffet is open from Thursday to Saturday from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. For vibrant Cantonese fare, Lung Hin is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM for lunch and 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM for dinner.
A seven-time Five-Star Awardee of the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide, Marco Polo Ortigas Manila stands tall at 45 floors and is centrally located in the vibrant Ortigas Commercial Business District. Complementing the hotel’s world-class service are its luxury hotel rooms, impressive views of the Ortigas skyline, delectable food and bever-age outlets, an indoor temperature-controlled pool, a fitness center, and the Flow spa, among other amenities fit for a modern world-class traveller.
For more information and updates, visit marcopolohotels.com, like Marco Polo Ortigas Manila on Facebook, and follow @marcopolomanila on Instagram. For reservations, call (+632) 7720 7777.
About Marco Polo Ortigas, Manila
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Nestled in the vibrant and growing commercial business district is the first purpose-built 5-star Marco Polo hotel in the country offering distinguished guests 316 large and well-designed rooms and suites, including two (2) Continental Club floors that accords unrivalled privileges and benefits. Adjudged to be the most beautiful in town and one of the best among Marco Polo hotels in the world, it is exclusive for guests who desire a higher level of luxury on top of our impressive new Continental Club lounge.
The hotel, a product of sophisticated design and well-planned development, is bestowed as the first sky hotel in the country with dedicated floor areas exclusively for business and recreational use. The floors are accessed via high-speed elevators including a wellness hub called Flow which houses a full-service spa, indoor infinity pool and fully-equipped fitness center plus the first sky lobby in the Philippines nestled at the 25th level of the hotel tower offering unparalleled views of the cityscape.
Adding to Manila’s best dining destinations are four (4) specialty outlets that your guests can choose from. Cucina, the all-day dining restaurant that features live show kitchens; Lung Hin , the contemporary Chinese restaurant serving traditional and authentic Cantonese cuisine in a new, fresh and modern style; Café Pronto, the relaxed and friendly coffee area offering a wide range of designer coffee, specialty teas and freshly baked items good for dine-in or to go; and VU’s, the first of its kind sky bar and lounge located at the topmost 45th floor of the hotel, offers Mediterranean tapas, signature cocktails, wines, sprits, and champagnes amidst awe-inspiring vistas.
For momentous social events and corporate meetings, the Marco Polo Grand Ballroom can accommodate up to 600 guests. In addition, the eight (8) state-of-the-art function rooms can accommodate 250 guests. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi internet service is available all throughout the hotel to provide savvy business and leisure travelers a balanced lifestyle of work and play seamlessly. Marco Polo Ortigas Manila is a member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, bringing together more than 35 brands with over 570 hotels in 78 countries.
Further details on the Marco Polo Ortigas Manila are available at http://marcopolohotels.com.
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