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Tapas Bar at Kowloon Shangri-La, HK Presents Greek Enchantment
Between 5 and 12 June 2014, Kowloon Shangri‑La, Hong Kong will present a Greek food promotion at Tapas Bar. Native Greek Chef Vassilis Mandros, who has won several international and local accolades, will fly in as guest chef and bring diners an array of authentic specialties. A selection of Greek wines, cocktails and mocktails is also available.
Famous for its simple, nutritious and healthy food, Greek cuisine has a long history with a blend of indigenous traditions and foreign influences. Olive oil is a staple of Greek diet and is produced locally in fine quality with a unique aroma, making it one of the country’s most characteristic products. The country’s mild and humid weather flavours the plantation of vegetables, legumes, grains, grapes and many other crops. Therefore, these ingredients are commonly used in daily cooking. Fresh seafood and meat are also important ingredients in Greek’s culinary tradition and are usually cooked with cheese, yoghurt and spices to offer a great diversity of flavours and textures.
During this eight-day promotion, diners can relish a range of traditional Greek favourites from different parts of Greece. Popular appetisers include Ntakos (Mini Round Rusks) from Creta, Calamari from Leros Island, Cold Eggplant Purée from Leonidio Peloponnese, Fresh Kidney Beans with Olive Oil from Kastoria, Marinated Mackerel from Lesvos Island, Mussels Saganaki from Thessaloniki, Baby Shrimps from Simi Island in a Potato Nest, Traditional Pie from Tzoumerka and Hortokeftedes (Deep-Fried Vegetable Balls) with Cheese.
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