As part of its yearly calendar of signature experiences, Michelin-starred Hakkasan Abu Dhabi unveils the 2025 edition of its Cantonese Journey. The refined menu pays tribute to the essence of Cantonese cuisine, spotlighting the culinary traditions of Guangdong through modern techniques and regionally sourced ingredients. Available from 15th May to 15th July 2025, the set menu is priced at AED 398 per person.
Curated by Executive Chef Lee, the three-course menu opens with a refined dim sum trio featuring chicken and prawn shui mai, morel mushroom, and lotus peach gel. This is followed by a vibrant local sea prawn and iceplant salad, complimented by pickled carrot, pomelo, and sesame macadamia, all brought together with a vegan XO chilli dressing. A crispy vegetable spring roll adds the perfect finishing touch to the first course.
For the mains, the menu moves into bolder territory with jasmine tea–smoked Szechuan mala chicken and wok-fried grouper in a rich mushroom sauce, crafted with sustainably sourced Arabian Sea grouper and regionally farmed mushrooms. An earthy Sanpei button mushroom with organic collard and cuttlefish purée adds depth, while dry shrimp egg fried rice, blended with together sweetcorn, edamame, and olive leaves, offers a harmonious and balanced finish.
The dessert offers a refined meeting of cultures, where crispy pistachio cheese kunafa is paired with tangy yoghurt ice cream – an unexpected combination that lands a sophisticated twist to a beloved regional classic.
Elevating the experience further, the menu is complemented by a thoughtfully curated kombucha pairing, part of Hakkasan Abu Dhabi’s ongoing collaboration with Yala Kombucha. Guests can choose from three bespoke blends – lychee and hibiscus, yuzu and chilli, or lavender and rosemary – each crafted to harmonise beautifully with the menu’s layered umami notes. Kombucha is available at AED 42 per bottle.
Set within Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Hakkasan Abu Dhabi remains one of the capital’s most distinctive dining destinations, where culinary storytelling is woven into every dish.
For booking, please contact +971 2 690 7739 or email [email protected].
FACT BOX:
What: Cantonese Journey menu
When: Available from 15th May to 15th July 2025
Where: Hakkasan Abu Dhabi, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
Time: From 6.00 PM until 11.30 PM
Price: AED 398 per person minimum of 2 guests
Website: https://hakkasan.com/abu-dhabi/
Contact no.: +971 2 690 7739
