Mastercard presents an extraordinary opportunity to enjoy the finest plant-based cuisine at Yuan, a modern Chinese vegetarian fine-dining restaurant. Exclusively for Mastercard cardholders, this seasonal tasting menu invites diners to explore vibrant vegetarian gastronomy, where executive chef Ronald Shao showcases his culinary creativity using rare and seasonal ingredients such as white asparagus and black truffles.
The evening starts with a refreshing welcome drink, a blend of bitter melon, celery, cucumber, green apple and kale, an invigorating introduction to the plant-based experience that awaits. This is followed by an amuse-bouche which brings a harmonious mix of flavours in a crispy cone, featuring Anaheim pepper, dried bean curd and jicama.
White asparagus paired with baby corn and okra (Photo: Zed Lee/ Tatler Hong Kong)
Kung pao-style white ferula mushroom with dried red chilli (Photo: Zed Lee/ Tatler Hong Kong)
Each course highlights the best seasonal ingredients. From the bold kung pao-style white ferula mushroom with dried red chilli to the delicate white asparagus paired with baby corn and okra, each dish offers a thoughtful balance of texture and flavour. The meal continues with a delicate bamboo shoot soup enhanced by wild yellow mushroom and Dragon Well tea, followed by mains such as the Hakka tofu with morel mushrooms or black vinegar wonton with fig.
For those wishing to elevate their experience, optional wine pairings are available, featuring organic and vegan selections including Josmeyer Pinot Blanc from Alsace and Château La Gamaye Terres Blanches from Bordeaux. Whether you opt for the wine pairings or focus solely on plant-based culinary creations, the experience remains a delightful exploration of flavour and sustainability.
This exclusive dining experience at Yuan is available until 30 December 2024 (Photo: Zed Lee/ Tatler Hong Kong)
Ronald Shao, executive chef of Yuan (Photo: Zed Lee/ Tatler Hong Kong)
The menu concludes with a playful yet refined dessert—black truffle French toast with tofu—paired optionally with an organic Château L’Escart Prestige Bordeaux Supérieur—and sparkling yuzu genmaicha which provides a light, uplifting finish to this meal.
In keeping with Mastercard’s commitment to sustainability, this experience is part of the Priceless Planet Coalition. For every booking made, a tree is restored on your behalf, contributing to the global goal of reforesting 100 million trees worldwide.
Available until 30 December 2024, this exclusive dining experience at Yuan is reserved for Mastercard cardholders. Online payments make booking faster, safer, and more convenient, ensuring a seamless reservation process. Book your table today and enjoy this unforgettable plant-based fine-dining journey, while contributing to a greener future.