Asaya Kitchen takes pride in using seabass sourced exclusively from a certified fish farm in Sai Kung. Under the “Accredited Fish Farm Scheme” by the AFCD (Agriculture, Fisheries, and Conservation Department), this fish farm adheres to stringent regulations to ensure the fish is chemical and bacteria free. Regular water and fish samples are tested to maintain optimal conditions, thereby assuring patrons of unparalleled food safety and quality.
The seabass-focused tasting menu is a six-course gastronomic journey priced at HK$688+10% service charge per guest. Each course has been meticulously crafted to highlight the delicate flavours of local seabass, infused with a touch of Mediterranean influence.
The menu begins with the “Apulian Focaccia”, served with a delectable Middle East-inspired spread of white bean hummus, daikon lettuce roll, and deep-fried seabass falafel. The second course, “Brandade”, showcases the exceptional Sai Kung seabass delicately cooked in milk and potatoes. It is seasoned with grated lemon, mustard seeds, and finished table-side with a vibrant red pepper coulis, complemented by crunchy pecans.
The third course, “Torched Carpaccio”, presents a visually stunning dish with cured, brined, torched and thinly sliced seabass accompanied by cucumber emulsion and pickled local grapes. The fourth course, “Belly,” tantalizes taste buds with seabass belly, seabass tartare, Borlotti beans emulsion, bok choy “pesto” and the ancient pasta delicacy, Corzetti.
Drawing inspiration from traditional Cantonese cuisine, the fifth course, “Cabbage Wrapped Loin” features seabass wrapped in Savoy cabbage, stuffed with fish mousse and dry shrimps, served on a bed of champignon coulis and pickled pearl onions, reminiscent of classic ‘Zongzi’.
Guests can refresh their palates with the pre-dessert, “Lemon Sorbet,” boasting flavours of locally sourced Hong Kong lemon, tonka beans, strawberry tartare, and local goji berries. Concluding the exquisite culinary experience is the final course, “Poached Cherry,” which showcases homemade vanilla gelato, cherries poached in syrup and black tea, cooked sous vide to perfection.
Asaya Kitchen’s seabass-focused tasting menu will be available every weekend starting 9th September. Guests are encouraged to book in advance to secure their reservation. Click HERE to view the full Sai Kung Seabass Weekend Tasting Menu.
Asaya Kitchen is open daily for lunch and Wednesday to Sunday for dinner. For reservations, please call 3891-8732 or email to hongkong.restaurants@rosewoodhotels.com