MARCO POLO HONGKONG HOTEL OFFERS AUTHENTIC LOMBARDY ITALIAN CUISINE SO DROP BY IF YOU ARE VISITING HONG KONG IN SEPTEMBER AND IF YOU DO, YOU MIGHT AS WELL STAY IN MARCO POLO HOTEL SITUATED IN THE SHOPPIJNG, DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT HEART OF KOWLOON!

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Discover the Unforgettable Cuisine of Italy’s Lombardy Region From 5 to 19 September and 25 September to 20 October, Cucina’s Chef de Cuisine Andrea Delzanno showcases a sumptuous taste of Italy’s Lombardy region. His special menu features six authentic dishes highlighting Lombardy’s classic ingredients and richly satisfying flavours for diners to enjoy alongside the panoramic views of Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong’s iconic skyline at Cucina. Neighbouring Piedmont, Lombardy is located in the north of Italy with the world’s glamorous fashion capital of Milan at its centre. Blessed with richly fertile agricultural land, Lombardy is particularly famous for its rice, corn, cheeses and charcuterie. An appetiser of Classic Italian Wild Mushroom Puff Pastry with Smoked Ham, Endive and Stracchino Cheese (HK$298) promises to tantalise diners with its bold, smokey flavours enriched with the region’s sweet, creamy Stracchino cheese and baked until golden-brown and crispy. Homemade Blueberry Fettuccine with Fresh Sausage and Wild Porcini Mushrooms (HK$388) is another Italian favourite that delights the senses with its combination of fresh Lombardy sausage and seasonal wild porcini mushrooms from Piedmont, plus the delicate texture of homemade fettuccine flavoured with fresh blueberries. Chef Andrea also recommends the Slow Braised Veal Shank Ossobuco on Saffron Risotto Milanese Style (HK$428), a combination of two famous traditional dishes from Milan. The veal shank is slow cooked for four hours and its juices soak into the saffron flavoured risotto. The delicious bone marrow is full of healthy collagen. Other must-try items include Smoked Eel Salad with Avocado, Salmon Eggs and Horseradish Dressings (HK$248), Homemade Polenta Gnocchi with Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce, Pancetta and Walnuts (HK$318) and Veal Chop Coated with Breadcrumbs Milano style with Rocket and Tomato Salad (HK$438). Cucina invites you to indulge in the authentic Lombardy specialties. The menu is available from 5-19 September and 25 September to 20 October 2017 during lunch and dinner, accompanied by stunning Victoria Harbour views. Cucina Address: Level 6, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Tel: 2113 0808 * Prices are subject to a 10% service charge About Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel Situated in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel is part of Harbour City – Hong Kong’s largest shopping complex, housing over 450 shops, including the world’s leading luxury brands and a myriad of dining options. Comprised of 665 luxurious guestrooms and suites, many of which offer breathtaking waterfront views of celebrated Victoria Harbour, the hotel also offers the ultimate in personalised service with The Continental Club.  All rooms are well-equipped with complimentary handy smartphone and Wi-Fi with deluxe amenities. Within a short walk are landmarks such as the Hong Kong Museum of Art, Space Museum, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, and 1881 Heritage.  The hotel is also on the doorstep of Star Ferry terminal and MTR subway stations.  Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a lobby lounge, a gym, an all-day dining outlet, Cafe Marco on Level 1, featuring a wide variety of gourmet cuisines from all over the world and our renowned authentic Italian restaurant, Cucina.  The hotel has 14 function rooms; the largest venue can accommodate up to 430 guests, with the dedicated service of our professional Banquet Services Team.  The hotel is part of Wharf Hotels, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Wharf (Holdings) Ltd, a Hong Kong-listed company with core business interests in property and investments in communications and container-terminal operations.  Other Wharf Hotels properties include Gateway Hotel and Prince Hotel in Hong Kong, as well as hotels in mainland China and the Philippines. About Global Hotel Alliance Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, bringing together 35 brands with 550 hotels in 76 countries. GHA uses a shared technology platform to drive incremental revenues and create cost savings for its member brands.  GHA’s award-winning loyalty programme, DISCOVERY, provides nearly 10 million members exclusive opportunities to immerse themselves in local culture wherever they travel. For more information, visit gha.com ###