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| Source: Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. The Chinnery. |
The Chinnery, an iconic establishment within the Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, has reopened after an interior refresh.
Initially designed as a private gentlemen’s club, The Chinnery has been much-loved since 1963. It continues to offer an intimate retreat for those seeking tranquillity in the city, exuding quintessential British colonial style with rich mahogany timber panelling, plush carpets, and luxurious leather furnishings. blending historical charm with timeless sophistication.
The bar is named after the 19th-century British artist George Chinnery, who dedicated much of his career to capturing British colonial scenes from his life in India, Macau, and Hong Kong. His self-portrait, prominently displayed at the entrance, along with his other works throughout the bar, provides a rich historical backdrop to this iconic establishment.
To celebrate its reopening, a Taste of The Chinnery menu will be available till 30 August 2024. Priced at HK$1,963 for two (a tribute to the year the hotel opened), the menu blends beloved classics with exciting new creations. There are snacks like lamb samosa with fresh mint yoghurt and the new keema kulcha or potato kulcha served with cucumber yoghurt.
Guests can enjoy the prime tenderloin tartare, prepared with a secret homemade sauce, cage-free egg, capers, gherkin, parsley, and served with white toast; or they can opt for the new broccoli velouté, a seasonal delight enriched with crème fraîche and coriander. The main courses include the classic shepherd’s pie made with organic lamb shoulder, carrot, celery, onion, and a rich tomato sauce, Indian tikka chicken cooked with fresh tomatoes, butter, yoghurt, aromatic spices, and basmati rice, and the new Bengali mixed fish curry featuring fresh tomato, onion, ground mustard seeds, and fresh ginger.
Accompanying these dishes are sides of creamed potato, sautéed French Beans, and a selection of naan breads (garlic, Butter, or Plain). Conclude the experience with chocolate lava cake or phirni, a traditional Indian dessert - both are served with ice cream.
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong will also be renovating the Clipper Lounge and Café Causette over the summer.
Details
The Chinnery is open for lunch from Monday to Friday, 11:30 am to 2:30 pm, and for drinks from Monday to Saturday, 5 pm to 11 pm. Dinner is served from Monday to Saturday, 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm.
