MAGISTRACY DINING ROOM BY CHEF ALYN WILLIAMS UNVEILS SEASONAL DISHES, NEW BRITISH AFTERNOON TEA, FESTIVE AND NEW YEAR’S EVE MENUS  

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[HONG KONG, 27^th NOVEMBER 2024] Magistracy Dining Room announces the debut of its exciting new seasonal menu creations, curated by renowned British Chef Alyn Williams, alongside a new classic Afternoon Tea experience every Saturday. Additionally, guests can enjoy a revamped British Sunday Roast every second Sunday, with an exclusive festive edition available on 8 and 22 December. On Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve, Magistracy Dining Room will celebrate the magic of the holiday season with an indulgent Christmas lunch and New Year’s countdown menus, respectively.

SEASONAL DISHES BY CHEF ALYN WILLIAMS

The revamped à la carte menu showcases a delightful array of modern British dishes, each crafted to celebrate the season’s finest ingredients. Highlights include the Dressed Brighton Beach Crab (HK$428), a luxurious interpretation of the classic crab salad, where sweet and tender Dungeness crab meat is dressed in a light house vinaigrette. Served tableside with a mayonnaise crafted from brown crabmeat, each bite is intensified by a sprinkle of smoked paprika and fresh chives, accompanied by toasted crumpets. For those seeking comfort, the Cock-a-Leekie Soup (HK$198) presents a hearty bowl of chicken and sherry consommé, enriched with soft leeks and tender chicken suet dumplings infused with fennel and apple.

Indulge in the Rib of Beef (HK$1,188 for two), showcasing a juicy USDA prime rib-eye expertly carved tableside. Each tender slice is served alongside fluffy Yorkshire puddings, horseradish cream and rich beef jus, epitomising a classic British Sunday roast. Vegetarian options shine with the Baked Potato Dumplings (HK$368), which consist of handmade potato gnocchi served with Lincolnshire Poacher cheese mousse and drizzled with a luxurious preserved Australian summer truffle dressing.

Finally, the Soufflé “Arnold Bennett” (HK$148) offers a refined twist on the classic double-baked soufflé, featuring a light and airy texture paired with smoked haddock and creamy leek velouté, paying homage to the iconic “Arnold Bennett” omelette first created at the Savoy Hotel in London by its namesake English novelist.

NEW AFTERNOON TEA EVERY SATURDAY

The new afternoon tea at Magistracy Dining Room offers a fresh and exciting take on the classic tradition, inviting guests to enjoy a lively experience filled with bold British flavours and indulgent bites every Saturday from 2pm. Priced at HK$468+ 10% for one and HK$788+ 10% for two, the menu features an array of savoury sandwiches, including refreshing Cream Cheese & Cucumber Fingers, Coronation Chicken Toasted Crumpets, Prawn Mayonnaise on Toasted Brioche, a unique addition from Ho Lee Fook’s Kurobuta Pork Char Siu Puffs and the elegant Smoked Salmon Soda Bread, enhanced with lemon and crème fraîche.

Accompanying the sandwiches are warm Cornish and Mixed Dried Fruit Scones served with velvety clotted cream, jams and marmalades. The sweets selection dazzles the palate with Chocolate and Cherry Choux, zesty Lemon Meringue Tart, Strawberry Eton Mess, and comforting Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese. For those looking to elevate their afternoon tea experience, optional add-ons include a half dozen Gillardeau Speciale No.3 Oysters, Petrossian Tsar Imperial Ossetra caviar, and Kaviari Kristal caviar, infusing a luxurious touch to this afternoon celebration. Book HERE.

CLASSIC BRITISH SUNDAY ROAST

Indulge in a lavish Sunday Roast at Magistracy Dining Room, where Chef Alyn Williams embraces the cherished British tradition of gathering loved ones for a memorable meal. Available every second and forth Sunday, the feast begins with four starters for the table, followed by a succulent roast paired with a dessert for each guest, all priced starting from HK$688+ 10% per guest. Highlights of the menu include Crispy Crackling Pork Belly and Slow-Cooked Rib of Beef, accompanied by fluffy Yorkshire puddings, roasted vegetables, apple sauce and horseradish cream, Double-Baked Lincolnshire Poacher Soufflé with creamy leek sauce, the comforting Three Yellow Chicken Pie nestled in a flaky shortcrust pastry and the Grilled Ora King Salmon, served with a velvety chive beurre blanc. Book HERE.

Get into the holiday spirit with special festive Sunday Roasts on 8 & 22 December, which will feature Christmas spiced glazed carrots, creamed spinach and roasted potatoes alongside mains such as Roasted Bronze Turkey served with sage and onion stuffing and fresh cranberry sauce. Guests can also enjoy Shepherd’s Pie filled with slow-cooked lamb and creamy potato, the decadent Double-Baked Lincolnshire Poacher Soufflé paired with a creamy leek sauce, and crispy Dover Sole Goujons served with homemade tartare sauce. To conclude the meal, delight in festive puddings like White Chocolate Panna Cotta with clementine and gingerbread cream and the showstopper Baked Alaska for two, featuring pistachio cake and ice cream with cherry sorbet, flambéed tableside for an added touch of drama. Book HERE.

Elevate the Sunday Roast experience with bottomless English sparkling wine, housemade Pimm’s Cup and Magistracy Dining Room’s iconic G&Ts from Botanical Garden at an additional +HK$388 per guest.

CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH

On 25 December, celebrate the magic of Christmas Day at Magistracy Dining Room with a sumptuous lunch priced at HK$888+10% per person. This indulgent menu showcases the crown jewels of London gastronomy and begins with a selection of starters, allowing guests to choose from a refreshing Pacific Blue Prawn Cocktail served with Marie Rose sauce and lemon, a rich Chicken Liver & Foie Gras Parfait paired with grilled sourdough or the exquisite Smokin’ Brothers Thick Cut Scottish Smoked Salmon complemented by lightly whipped elderflower crème fraiche.

The highlight of the feast is the Roasted Bronze Turkey, accompanied by sage and onion stuffing and fresh cranberry sauce, embodying the essence of a traditional Christmas celebration. Alternatively, diners may opt for the classic Slow-Cooked Rib of Beef with horseradish cream, crispy Dover Sole Goujons served with homemade tartare sauce or Steamed Atlantic Cod topped with crispy caviar and chive beurre blanc. To conclude this festive experience, guests can indulge in a choice of desserts, including a rich Dark Chocolate Pudding made with 70% dark chocolate, served alongside vanilla whipped cream, or an elegant Earl Grey Tea Cream paired with Garibaldi biscuits. Book HERE.

NEW YEAR’S EVE COUNTDOWN DINNER CELEBRATION

The New Year’s Eve celebration unfolds beneath the historical arches and British charm of Magistracy Dining Room, promising exquisite dining and unforgettable memories. Guests can choose from a selection of signatures as part of an indulgent ten-dish menu and welcome 2025 in style with an add-on of oysters, caviar and infinite Champagne at an early bird price of HK$1,588 + 10% per guest. Book HERE.

Magistracy Dining Room, inspired by timeless London restaurants, bringing all the charm and quintessential savoir-faire of these iconic institutions to the heart of Hong Kong, is open for lunch from Thursday through Sunday, with Sunday Roast every second Sunday. Botanical Garden, a lush space outside the main dining room that is reminiscent of British heritage gardens, is also open from 12pm onwards on Thursday through Sunday, where guests will find respite in the form of the city’s finest gin and tonics.

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MAGISTRACY DINING ROOM – RESTAURANT DETAILS

Address – 1 Arbuthnot Road, Central, Hong Kong

Contact Number – 2252 3177

Website – https://www.themagistracyhongkong.com/magistracy-dining-room

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