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| Source: Mandarin Oriental, The Landmark Hong Kong. Left: spinach ricotta pie; right: Italian chicken salad from Bar Leone as part of The Tastemaker Series. |
After the success with Yardbird in May, LMO Freshly Baked at Mandarin Oriental, The Landmark Hong Kong continues its Tastemaker Series this June with Bar Leone. Recently named Asia’s Best Bar 2024 and ranked No. 2 on The World’s 50 Best Bars, Bar Leone is renowned not only for cocktails but also for food. The bar is expected to bring Roman flair to the LANDMARK Atrium with a menu of comfort-driven dishes created exclusively for LMO Freshly Baked.
"The Tastemaker Series is about showcasing the diversity and excellence that make Hong Kong a world-class dining destination," said Chef Richard Ekkebus, Director of Culinary Operations & Food & Beverage at Mandarin Oriental, The Landmark Hong Kong, and curator of The Tastemaker Series.
"Bar Leone’s distinctive approach and reputation as a local and international favourite and its ability to connect with Hong Kong’s discerning dining crowd and cultural spirit embody exactly what this series is all about. We're proud to collaborate with Lorenzo and his team, and even more proud that every dish contributes to a meaningful cause."
Bar Leone at LMO Freshly Baked (2–28 June)
Founded by bartender Lorenzo Antinori, Bar Leone has redefined what a neighbourhood drinking experience can be. Now, Antinori brings that same approachability to the bakery counter with three exclusive dishes that reflect Bar Leone’s playful but refined culinary identity:
Spinach ricotta pie (HK$78)
Vegetarian option, made with ricotta, spinach and organic egg, ideal for a summer snack.
Italian chicken salad (HK$98)
A chicken salad with cherry tomatoes, basil, capers, parmesan reggiano and Bar Leone's smoked olives.
Tramezzini tonno e pomodoro sandwich (HK$88)
Sandwich made with Japanese milk bread, white tuna salad and vine tomatoes – a Roma signature.
"In my family, food was always what brought everyone together. That’s something we try to capture at Bar Leone — comfort, connection, and a sense of place. So when Chef Richard asked me to be part of The Tastemaker Series, I didn’t hesitate. It’s a chance to share flavours from my childhood while supporting a cause that matters," said Antinori.
The Tastemaker Series celebrates the city’s top homegrown culinary talent. Each month, a different icon is invited to reinterpret their flavours in a casual, grab-and-go format while contributing to a meaningful cause: MINDSET, the registered charity of the Jardine Matheson Group focused on raising awareness and transforming perceptions of mental health.
Each item in The Tastemaker Series reflects the high standards of Mandarin Oriental, The Landmark Hong Kong and the creativity of its partners. For every item sold, HK$10 is donated to MINDSET.
Details
Each collaboration runs for four weeks, with a new partner
introduced monthly from May to September 2025. Details on the exclusive
creations from Bar Leone, The Chairman, TATE Dining Room and Little Bao
will be revealed throughout the campaign period.
LMO Freshly Baked
LANDMARK Atrium
Address: Shop 233-234, 2/F, LANDMARK, 15 Queen’s Road, Central
Monday to Friday | 8 am to 8 pm
Saturday | 10 am to 7 pm
+ 852 2132 0188, or email lmhkg-restaurants@mohg.com
