As summer arrives, Summer Palace at Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai presents its exquisite new seasonal menu, meticulously crafted by Chinese Executive Chef Joe Tsang. This seasonal menu celebrates the bounty of Lingnan's summer harvest, featuring rare and distinctive melons and gourds from Guangdong, paired with premium seafood and time-honoured Cantonese techniques, offering a refreshing culinary journey that awakens the senses with vibrant summer flavors and textures.
Lingnan’s Summer Bounty, Reinterpreted
Drawing inspiration from Guangdong’s seasonal produce – melon, this year’s menu strikes a perfect balance between tradition and innovation. Marinated Sweet Shrimp with Mini Cucumber and Thumb Watermelon, combines the crispness of thumb watermelon with the sweetness of fresh shrimp, elevated by a tangy-spicy dressing for an invigorating start. Guangdong White Melon Soup in Mini Coconut showcases the essence of Cantonese double-boiled soups - clear, fragrant, and delicately sweet. Pan-fried Baby Lobster with White Bitter Gourd Sauce pairs succulent lobster with a subtly bitter yet refreshing gourd sauce, creating a harmonious interplay of flavors. The dessert, Cantonese-style Doughnut with Durian reimagines a classic Cantonese pastry by infusing it with the rich aroma of golden pillow durian, offering a delightful contrast of crispy exterior and fluffy interior. The menu also pays homage to Summer Palace’s signature dishes, such as the Traditional Chicken with Soy Sauce, marinated in a masterfully balanced soy-based brine for tender, flavorful meat.
Exclusive Set Menu: A Taste of Summer
For a curated dining experience, Summer Palace introduces the special Summer Set Menu (CNY 888 for two), featuring a selection of seasonal specialties and Cantonese classics. Highlights include Stuffed Chayote with Preserved and Salted Egg Sauce, where the natural sweetness of chayote melds beautifully with the umami of preserved eggs. Each dish captures the essence of summer - light, vibrant, and irresistibly delicious.
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