A taste of korea

The Westin Manila’s executive chef Rej Casanova sees a growing interest in Korean cuisine in the market.

“Korean cuisine is based on balance, variety and fermentation principles. The nutritional harmony of vegetables, meats, fish and grains guarantees complete nutritional intake,” he said.

The premium, wellness-focused hotel in Ortigas teams up with Sheraton Manila’s Oori’s Korean executive chef Kibum Park for A Taste of Korea, a series of authentic Korean cuisine available for lunch at Seasonal Tastes on all Thursdays of the month.

Oori is the upscale, two-concept Korean restaurant of Sheraton Manila, another premium hotel managed by Marriott International. With Chef Kibum Park at the helm, Oori serves a full menu of Korean barbecue (KBBQ), quality wagyu steaks, sustainable seafood, and imported Duroc pig barbecued over charcoal on each table.

“When the idea of offering authentic Korean dishes was put to the table, we immediately thought of Chef Kibum Park of Oori. We found Korean food to be a great fit with our commitment to providing a balance of wellness and culinary delight,” Casanova said.

The featured Korean dishes will be included in the buffet lineup are Samgyeopsal, Kimchi Chicken, Beef Bulgogi, Jeyuk Bokkeum (Stir fried spicy pork belly), Dakgangjung (Korean fried chicken), So Galbi Jjim (braised beef short rib), Tofu Jorim (braised tofu), Haemul Japchae (stir fried glass noodle with seafood), Kimchi fried rice and Andong Jjimdak. Other highlights will be prepared and served a la minute by the guest chef at the One Dish Wonders live station.

Some desserts featured are Gyeonggi cake, Songpyeon, Barramtteok Gaepitteok and Bingsu.

Chef Park also collaborated with The Westin Manila culinary team in creating a Korean-inspired afternoon tea at the Lobby Lounge, available daily until 28 February. To be served are Mini Bulgogi Burger, Yukhoe Tarts, Rose Tteokbokki, Ivory Strawberry Mousse, Citrus Orange Mousse, Mochi and Green Tea Scones.

A Taste of Korea will be available at The Westin Manila until 27 February. Table reservations are accepted via https://qrco.de/SeasonalTastesMNL.