Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London has partnered with international Emmy-nominated TV Chef and food author, Ching He Huang to create a Chinese New Year Menu for 2018.
The innovative Chinese dishes created by Ching and the hotel’s Executive Sous Chef, Daniel McGarey, will be available in TĪNG Lounge on level 35 of the Shangri-La hotel for one month, commencing Friday, 16th February 2018.
Ching’s food ethos is to use fresh, organic and ethically sourced ingredients to create modern dishes with Chinese heritage, fusing tradition with innovation.
A Cup of Prosperity – Three-cup Chicken with Pineapple’Shard’: Chicken is traditionally served on a Chinese New Year menu. ‘Ji’ in Mandarin, the homonym for great fortune and profit, is expertly paired with pineapple, another symbol of wealth. The perfect dish to bring wealth and prosperity.
A Handful of Laughter and Happiness – Spicy Honey Garlic Prawns: Prawns are a symbol for laughter and happiness to the Chinese. ‘Har’ in Mandarin also means laughter; therefore prawns are a must for Chinese New Year.
A Sea of Wealth – Clams in Shrimpy Hot Black Bean Sauce: Clams resemble’coins’ in Chinese culture and also symbolise wealth. This dish marries Japanese Littleneck clams with ginger, chillies, pieces of shrimp and fermented salted black beans in an enriching sauce.
A Sprinkle of Wealth – Golden Tofu: This tasty vegetarian dish featuring edible gold sprinkles brings a touch of Shangri-La luxury to all.
A Bowl of Longevity – Zhajiang Noodles: Golden yellow noodles are a symbol of long life and promote good health. To ensure extra longevity, do not cut the noodles! This Beijing classic is made with fresh hand-pulled noodles,’Zhajiang mein’ (mixed sauce noodle). It features pork, one of the most popular meats in China, and delicately balances rich flavours to create a dish fresh for the Spring.
The menu closes with a selection of exotic and fresh fruits from Asia to cleanse the palate and enrich the mind and soul.
The dishes will be served in the TĪNG Lounge located on level 35 of Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London. The lounge offers comfortable, stylish seating and stunning panoramic views of London, from The Tower of London and Tower Bridge, to North London and Canary Wharf.
The menu, which runs alongside the main a-la-carte menu in TĪNG Lounge, is available throughout the day from Friday, 16th February 2018 to 16th March 2018. A table in TĪNG Lounge can be reserved by phoning +44 (0) 207 234 8108 or emailing [email protected].