July 2022
Volume 23, Issue 3
Newsletter of School of Hotel & Tourism Management
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
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HOTEL ICON OFFERS
Mid-Autumn Delights
The Mid-Autumn Festival is fast approaching! To celebrate this occasion, Hotel ICON is featuring two sets of mooncakes with a modern twist: the traditional Mini White Lotus Seed Paste Mooncake with Yolk from MICHELIN-recommended restaurant Above & Beyond, and four delicious homemade Assorted Durian Mousse Mochi Mooncakes created by Executive Chef Danny Ho. Presented in an elegant "moon-gazing" concept gift box designed in collaboration with the PolyU School of Design, these mooncakes are an ideal gift for family and friends.

Early-bird prices of HK$368 for the traditional mooncake set and HK$498 for the durian mooncake set are available until 14 August 2022.

For details, visit: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/mid-autumn-celebration
The 4th Malaysian Durian Festival 2022
Durian aficionados, rejoice! The Malaysian Durian Festival, the year's most anticipated event, is returning to the spacious Silverbox Ballroom of Hotel ICON. The festival will begin on 30 July 2022, with events being held on selected Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Executive Chef Danny Ho, Hotel ICON's renowned "Durian Prince", brings the freshest durians from his home country of Malaysia to celebrate this iconic annual festival with all durian fans in Hong Kong. The event will feature a wide range of exotic durian-infused creations, authentic Southeast Asian live stations, chilled seafood and free-flowing red, white and sparkling wine.

Learn more at: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/malaysian-durian-festival
"Fruitealicious" Three-course High Tea
Renowned for its bespoke afternoon teas, GREEN introduces a new three-course high tea this summer. Starting on 20 June, the tea features 12 delectable delights, including starters, a choice of a main course and an array of fruit-infused sweet treats and freshly baked scones served with homemade fruit jam. Indulge yourself in this new and refreshing three-course high tea while enjoying Asia's largest vertical garden at GREEN.

You can also enjoy a "Fruitealicious" Takeaway in the comfort of your home or as part of your family picnic. This handy cone-shaped takeaway set for two is available for self-pick-up at HK$668, or by delivery to HK Island, Kowloon and the New Territories for an additional fee.

Learn more at: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/fruitealicious-3-course-high-tea
"All About Durian" Southeast Asian Durian Afternoon Tea
This summer, Hotel ICON's Executive Chef Danny Ho, also known as the "Durian Prince", presents an "All About Durian" Southeast Asian afternoon tea. This new twist on the ever-popular "All About Durian" afternoon tea showcases an enticing array of savouries and desserts based on the best-quality seasonal durian. Experience an exotic culinary adventure with the King of Fruit, Southeast Asian delights and unlimited servings of a mixture of D197 Musang King and D24 durian ice cream. Durian fanatics will be in heaven during this three-tiered afternoon tea at The Market.

You also may opt for an Instagram-worthy takeaway afternoon tea that includes 10 indulgent durian treats perfect for an at-home afternoon tea experience.

Learn more at: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/durian-afternoon-tea
Above & Beyond – Exquisite Summer Specials
This summer, seafood lovers can indulge in pristine Vietnamese mud crab, Scottish razor clams, lobster and abalone prepared by Executive Chinese Chef Wong Chi-ki and his talented team at the MICHELIN-recommended restaurant Above & Beyond.

Distinctive wine-pairing recommendations by professional sommelier Mike Liu are available from HK$98 per glass.

Highlights of the specials include Wok-fried Crab with Dried Chilli Brown Garlic, Steamed Crab Claw with Egg White and Hua Diao, Steamed Razor Clam with Enoki Mushrooms in Hot Chilli Sauce and Wok-fried Razor Clam with Spring Onion in Black Bean Sauce.

Learn more at: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/summer-menu-at-above-beyond
"World Seafood Tower" Four-course Set Dinner
Beat the Monday blues and take your appetite on a world tour with our signature seafood tower, featuring fresh seasonal oysters, Canadian snow crab legs, French sea whelks, South China Sea prawns and sake-marinated abalones. Many add-on seafood options, such as lobster tail, caviar and Thai Giant River shrimp, are available for your ultimate enjoyment.

Delight your palate with selections of savoury hot main dishes, including French lamb cut, scallops, shrimp and salmon. Free-flowing wine, sake, cocktails and mocktails will further enhance your mood.

Learn more at: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/world-seafood-tower
"Prime Cut Wednesdays" Four-course Set Dinner
Calling all meat lovers! Do not miss our chef-recommended grilled tomahawk steaks, featured every Wednesday and Thursday night. Feast your eyes on a 1-kg grilled Argentinian grass-fed tomahawk, a specially cut bone-in ribeye steak served with seasonal vegetables, mashed potatoes with truffle and variety of premium salts and sauces. The tomahawk is ideal for sharing and is freshly cooked and served right at your table.

For a mid-week indulgence, opt for a Netherland Danish pork chop, beef tenderloin or barramundi alongside your choice of starter, dessert and free-flowing selected wine, sake, cocktail and mocktails.

Learn more at: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/prime-cut
"Weekend Lobster Sensation" Four-course Set Dinner
Kick-start your weekend in style against the backdrop of a stunning vertical garden! From appetisers and soup to the main course, savour the sweet flavour and delicate texture of Boston lobster in delicious dishes to thrill your palate. A dessert of Apple Mousse with Lime & Mint Marmalade or cake of the day will provide a memorable finale to the night. Deep-fried Lobster Wonton, Boston Lobster Tail with Melted Cheddar Cheese, and Risotto with Whole Boston Lobster are among the must-try dishes.

Say "Cheers!" to the weekend with free-flowing red and white wine, sake, bloody Mary cocktails, green apple highballs, mocktails and orange juice.

Learn more at: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/lobster-sensation
GREEN – Set Lunch Menus
Enjoy a leisurely lunch from 12 to 2:30 PM under our beautiful vertical garden. With a menu ranging from seafood and gourmet main course selections to vegetarian options and burgers, there is something for everyone.

Learn more at: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/new-set-lunch-menus
Long-stay 30-day Package
Hotel ICON features a range of value-added benefits to make your next long-term hotel stay more comfortable.

Pricing for our 30-day long-stay package starts at HK$18,500, with features including:
- Complimentary wired and Wi-Fi internet
- Complimentary in-room minibar available upon arrival
- In-room KEF MUO Audiophile Bluetooth speaker and GP PowerBank battery charger
- 40" flat screen HDTVs with full cable access and high-definition channels
- Housekeeping service twice a week (Monday–Thursday)
- 20% discount at the three restaurants in the hotel (The Market, GREEN and Above & Beyond) and on in-room dining

Learn more at: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/long-stay-package
Foodcation+
For a fuss-free getaway to celebrate a special occasion, pamper yourself with a "foodcation" at Hotel ICON. This package for two guests includes a one-night stay with a buffet breakfast and one dining option on the check-in day.

Learn more at: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/foodcation
Bespoke Meeting Package
With its variety of spaces, state-of-the-art technology and exquisite menus, Hotel ICON is the perfect venue for your meetings and events. The Silverbox Ballroom is ideal for large events as it can host over 500 guests. A special full-day meeting package has been designed to meet your requirements.

Enjoy a 10% discount on your next meeting held on or before 31 October 2022.

Learn more at: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/bespoke-meeting-package
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