Since 1940, Honolulu HK Cafe has been a witness to history's turbulent past including a world war and the current global pandemic. As we endure another week of quarantine in the NCR Plus Bubble, staying home remains the only option to safely slow down the spread of new infections. And just like the early years of Honolulu HK Cafe, the kitchens remain open to serve you comforting fare to get you through the challenging days ahead.
Dining at home, the rise of the food delivery culture and increased online usage are just some of the emerging consumer habits in this new normal. Honolulu HK Cafe adds savory roasts to its menu along with its long-time specialty bestsellers available for pick-up, take-out and delivery via FoodPanda, GrabFood and LalaFood (for more on Honolulu HK Cafe's new roasts, see my post, Now Roasting...at Honolulu HK Cafe, The Oldest and The Original Hong Kong Tea House). Here's a quick run-through of must-try dishes from Honolulu HK Cafe conveniently delivered to your doorstep...
The oldest and the original Hong Kong tea house, Honolulu HK Cafe offers a variety of traditional dishes for dining at home from Chinese cuisine to Western-style pastries. And as we hunker down for another round of the Enhanced Community Quarantine, it makes sense to stock up on a few of Honolulu HK Cafe's bestsellers for dining at home...
...like the crisp and succulent Deep-Fried Squid with Salt and Pepper (P 488), a hearty seafood dish with bold notes and contrasting textures. The fork-tender squid is draped in a light batter adding a delicate crispness with each bite followed by the sharpness of salt, pepper and chili for that flavorful burst.
The play on sweet and tart notes combined with the fresh briny sweetness of plump prawns comes together with the Deep-Fried Prawns with Thousand Island Sauce (P 488). The large succulent prawns deliver fresh and clean notes followed by a subtle hint of sweetness and perfectly finished by the special Thousand Island Sauce. Pair this with the Fried Rice with Seafood and Pineapple (P 238) and you've got a seriously comforting meal at home.
The newest addition to Honolulu HK Cafe's extensive menu, the tempting savory roasts selections take you back to simpler times with its bold flavors from classic staples like BBQ Pork, Roasted Pork, Soy Chicken and Roasted BBQ Pork Belly"Toro" prepared in the timeless and traditional Hong Kong style. The new roasts offer sumptuous meal options at home with its pure and rich old world flavors.
The Roasted Pork Belly (P 675) is masterfully executed, a richly seasoned slab of juicy pork capped by a layer of delicately crisp crackling. Take a closer look at the slab and you'll notice the clean and even slices of the crackling topped pork belly. Each bite is announced by an audible crunch followed by the fork-tender and juicy beef. The subtle notes of the pork are enhanced by a rich blend of seasonings with a mildly salty hint for that perfect and balanced finish.
If you're craving for even more traditional flavors. the Roasted BBQ Pork (P 600) is another tasty option from Honolulu HK Cafe. The savory richness of the tender pork are tempered by the sweet and smoky glaze for vibrant flavors with every bite.
Unlike the usual Chinese-style BBQ pork, Honolulu HK Cafe's version is much more tender and juicier with a gentle whisper of smoky notes to complete the flavors. Store in the ref and simply heat on a pan to enjoy a quick and hearty meal at home.
No Chinese feast at home is complete without the traditional Sweet & Sour Pork (P 288) with its familiar flavors. The large chunks of pork deep-fried with a light batter delivers a juicy crispness followed by the comforting notes of the sweet and sour sauce that just hugs the palate. The fresh peppers and pineapples complete the dish.
Bring out a pot of tea or fresh-brewed coffee with a plate of the specialty Honolulu Egg Tarts (P 50/piece) that's perfect to cap your sumptuous feast at home or an indulgent afternoon snack. Scroll down the menu for a closer look at the tempting selections from Honolulu HK Cafe...
...and simply have your picks delivered safely and conveniently to your doorstep via FoodPanda, GrabFood and LalaFood for a sumptuous taste of the oldest and the original Hong Kong Tea House.
Stay home. Stay safe. And let Honolulu HK Cafe, the oldest and the original Hong Kong Tea House, prepare and deliver your favorite dishes to your doorstep in this new normal...
Honolulu HK Cafe is located at the Lower Ground Floor of SM Aura Premier, C5 Road corner 26th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City or call 2824 18371 for inquiries and more information. You can also visit their FB Page at https://www.facebook.com/honoluluhkcafeph/.
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