The Michelin-starred and Diamond-recognised Hong Kong restaurant Andō by JIA Group and Chef Agustin Balbi is marking its 5th anniversary with two special menus, international travel and even more industry recognition.
For its five-year anniversary celebration, Andō is introducing a new 5-course “Celebration” Dinner Menu and an exquisite new 8-course “Experience” Dinner Menu. The restaurant’s commitment to sustainability has also been recently recognised with a top score in the Food Made Good Sustainability Standard, earning a stellar Three-Star Rating.
Furthermore, Chef Agustin will be travelling to Madrid Fusion, where he will be an invited speaker, representing Andō at the world-renowned gastronomic summit later this month.
Andō’s Five-Year Anniversary Celebration Dinner Tasting Menu
Indulge in a culinary journey celebrating Andō’s fifth anniversary with their exquisite 5-course dinner menu priced at HK$1,588 + 10% with wine pairing at an additional HK$850. Begin the experience with welcome bites, including Hokkaido scallops, wagyu beef tartare with fermented chilli, and grilled octopus with white beans and sun-dried tomatoes.
The menu then transitions to a refreshing dish of scarlet prawns served with ajo blanco sauce, green grapes, and aonori seaweed, complemented by a delicate natural sake from Terada Honke in Chiba, Japan.
Next, savour the seafood flavours of lisa a la plancha with shallots, clams, and cava sauce, paired elegantly with a red wine from Tomorrow Wine in Nagano, Japan. Delight in juicy, charcoal-grilled Hokkaido pork accompanied by fresh peas with wasabi and shiso, as well as kale textures, perfectly paired with a white wine from Adrianna Vineyard White Bones in Mendoza, Argentina. For this course, guests may opt instead for premium Kumamoto Waoh wagyu for a supplementary HK$380.
Andō’s signature dish, “Sin Lola,” inspired by Chef Agustin’s grandmother’s recipe, features comforting soupy rice with snow crab, chilli, and Chateau Chalon yellow wine, elevated with Chinese yellow wine from Man Song. Conclude the dining experience on a sweet note with a harmonious dessert of strawberry, almond, and meringue, accompanied by a fortified wine from Grace Wine in Yamanashi, Japan.
For guests seeking a fuller Andō experience, opt for the 8-course “Experience” dinner tasting menu priced at HK$2,288 + 10% per guest with optional pairing at HK$1,080.
Speaking at Madrid Fusion from 27-29 January 2025
Chef Agustin has been selected as a speaker (the only representative from Hong Kong) for Madrid Fusión 2025 (27-29 January 2025), a prestigious global gastronomy congress. The event showcases revolutionary culinary discoveries and innovations in the food industry.
At Madrid Fusion, Chef Agustin will impart his multicultural perspective and cutting-edge culinary techniques on a world stage, representing Andō with his unique approach to food.
Madrid Fusión is a distinguished international gathering held in Madrid, Spain. It hosts over 100 avant-garde chefs from around the globe and provides a platform for chefs to unveil new projects, exchange innovative ideas, and demonstrate their exceptional cooking skills.
Highest Score in Food Made Good Sustainability Standard
Chef Agustin Balbi and the team at Andō’s commitment to sustainability has been recognised with Three Stars in the Food Made Good Standard by The Sustainable Restaurant Association.
The restaurant maintains close, strong relationships with suppliers to ensure its menus evolve with the seasons. In addition, it champions heritage varieties and supports traditional farming practices, including sourcing Rainforest Alliance-certified coffee, chocolate, and cocoa and responsibly sourced wild fish, focusing on non-endangered species.
Energy-efficient practices have also been implemented at Andō. These include LED lighting, motion sensors, and energy-saving appliances and educating its staff on energy conservation. It also operates a holistic approach to reducing waste and repurposing surplus ingredients for nutritious staff meals, while portion control and menu reviews are prioritised to minimise food waste.
Andō is located at 1/F, Somptueux Central, 52 Wellington St, Central, Hong Kong. More information on the restaurant is available at www.andohk.com.
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