Glasshouse Cityplaza: A winning combination of home comforts and contemporary dishes
The exciting new arrival of Glasshouse at Cityplaza, offers Hong Konger’s a second home when it comes to casual fine dining. It is here, that diners can enjoy a distinctive combination of Asian and Western flavours combined with a mixture of ingredients and cooking styles from diverse cuisines.
To whet your appetite, begin with Up To You (HK$138), the perfect dish for sharing with friends or family. Using the palette of beautifully presented ingredients before you, create your very own bespoke sushi rolls. Complete with salmon tartare, tuna tartare, soft shell crab, spices, seaweed and more, this fun DIY dish is sure to be a hit for kids and adults alike.
For the main course, opt for the signature Iberico Pork Belly Rice (HK$98), served with crispy puffed rice, adding a pop of texture to the dish. This hearty dish would not be complete without a serving of roasted duck soup. Pour a generous helping over the juicy cuts of Iberico pork belly and allow it to soak into the rice before devouring. This delectable dish will leave you feeling satisfied for hours.
To wash down the delightful dishes, opt for a beverage from the Summer Cooler menu, including an Espresso Coconut, as the perfect pick-me-up. For an alcohol-free option, the refreshing Golden Pina Colada (HK$52) blended with pineapple puree and a touch of rosemary is sure to quench your thirst.
To end your culinary adventure, indulge in the decadent signature Glasshouse Banana Crème Brulee (HK$88). The welcome addition of banana is flambéed with a dash of rum to create a delicious medley of flavours. For an indulgent twist, pour a serving of espresso sauce on top and experience a delicious combination of sweet and bitter flavours. For those looking to share a dessert, dip some home-made egg waffles, marshmallows, coco crunch and mixed berries into a Butter Custard Fondue Set (HK$88) or satisfy your sweet tooth with Candy Crush Ice Cream (HK$118), a mixture of sweet treats served in a pestle and mortar, ready to be blended into a heavenly treat.
With its relaxed ambience, comfortable furniture and beautifully decorated floral ceilings, it would be easy to consider Glasshouse a second home. Uniting the carefully curated feeling of comfort with an extensive menu of beautifully presented home-cooked specialties, Glasshouse has perfected a winning formula that will confidently have diners returning, time and time again.
Address: Shop 101A, Cityplaza, 18 Tai Koo Shing Rd, Quarry Bay
For more information, visit www.gaiagroup.com.hk or call (852) 2114 0063
Text: Hira Desai