EASTER BRUNCHES, SPECIALS, AND BASKETS: EASTER IS HOPPING AT GIANDO, GIA TRATTORIA, FISHSTERIA AND MERCATO BY GIANDO

EASTER WEEKEND, GIANDO AND GIA TRATTORIA OFFER SEMI-BUFFET BRUNCHES, FISHSTERIA PROVIDES MEAT-FREE SPECIALS FOR GOOD FRIDAY, AND MERCATO BY GIANDO HAS ENOUGH VARIETY FOR EVERY BASKET AND HOME COOK

Giando, Già Trattoria, Fishsteria, and Mercato by Giando four of Hong Kong’s most acclaimed spots for Italian culture and cuisine, are offering festive options this Easter weekend. Ranging from brunches at Giando and Già Trattoria and Good Friday seafood specials at Fishsteria, to traditional desserts and Easter basket sweets at Mercato by Giando, the four eateries have something to satisfy every palate this season.

GIANDO + GIA TRATTORIA: EASTER BRUNCHES, 14-17 April

Giando, located on picturesque Star Street, alongside their modern Italian A la Carte menu offers a Easter brunches across the entire holiday weekend. The semi-buffet brunch (starts at HK$338 + 10%, with a free-flow prosecco option for an additional HK$150 +10%) offers a vast array of fresh imported Italian cheeses, tomatoes, and salads in addition to a selection of artfully prepared mains such as: White Asparagus with Italian Poached Eggs, Homemade Spinach Lasagne with Bolognese, and Rabbit Porchetta (+HK$58) offered with a choice of dessert including: Homemade Tiramisu (+HK$18), Pana Cotta with Berries, Hazelnut Parfait with Chocolate Shavings and Vanilla Sauce.

Già Trattoria, set amidst a homey atmosphere at Fenwick Pier, offers special dishes for their weekend Easter semi-buffet brunch (HK$308 + 10%, with prosecco or Peroni free-flow for an additional HK$158) in addition to their traditional assortment of Italian cheeses, charcuterie, and salads. Main dishes include: Scialatielli with Mixed Seafood and Cherry Tomatoes, Golden-Fried Desalted Cod Fish on a Chickpea Puree (gluten-free), and Grilled Lamb Chops with Grilled Vegetables (+HK$38) alongside a selection of desserts including: Dark Chocolate Brownie Mousse, Tiramisu, and Homemade Gelato, . Making it the ideal spot to spend Easter with the entire family and friends.

FISHSTERIA: Good Friday Seafood Specials, 14-17 April

Good Friday will see upscale Italian seafood restaurant, Fishsteria celebrating the Easter Weekend with an offering of seafood special dishes ideal for those who keep the tradition of abstaining from meat during the holiday. Over Easter weekend, Fishsteria is offering three innovative takes on fresh seafood including: Crab Meat Burrata with Crushed Fresh Tomato Dressing topped with Sea Urchin (HK$288), King Salmon Tartar with Caviar and Toast (HK$198), and Pan-Fried Japanese Amardi with Cauliflower Puree and Coriander Sauce (HK328). The restaurant will also serve their iconic Seafood Brunch (HK$338) daily during the holiday weekend.

MERCATO BY GIANDO: Easter Basket Treats and Iconic Italian Desserts

Mercato by Giando, Hong Kong’s most comprehensive Italian market, offers holiday treats fit for every Easter appetite. The Colomba di Pasqua (HK$175) translates to ‘Easter Dove’ in English and is a traditional Italian Easter cake similar to the Panettone’s of the Christmas season. Other Italian traditions on offer exclusively in Hong Kong from Mercato include Domori chocolates, and Liquori di Amerigo, a traditional Italian liqueur offered in a variety of flavors.

Giando, Gia Trattoria, Fishsteria and Mercato by Giando are all helmed by Chef and Owner Gianni Caprioli. Chef Caprioli is committed to offering Hong Kong the pinnacle of Italian experiences through cuisine and culture. This commitment drives Caprioli to source his ingredients exclusively from Italy’s boutique wineries, artisan cheese makers, and small farms and fisheries. 

TASTE OF ITALY FOR THE HOLIDAYS: MERCATO BY GIANDO OFFERS BUILD YOUR OWN HOLIDAY HAMPERS FEATURING EXCLUSIVE ITALIAN IMPORTED DELICACIES

Mercato by Giando, Hong Kong’s most authentic Italian market, offers bespoke gourmet hampers this holiday season. Customers may choose from an array of gourmet Italian offerings, exclusive in Hong Kong to Mercato. Additionally, Mercato offers seasonal delicacies such as White Truffles by the gram (HK$34/gram), imported caviar , and the ultimate indulgence:  homemade white truffle gelato. (HK$680/ .5 litre).  

Gift-givers are invited to visit Mercato, located on the ground floor of Fenwick Pier, to hand select gourmet treats sure to delight and tantilize everyone on their holiday shopping list. Mercato by Giando is a curated Italian marketplace home to Italian favorites not commonly found in Hong Kong. Some exclusive upscale offerings includingEgly Ouriet Blanc de Blanc Champagne (HK$730), Pamigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse Riserva Gennari (50g, HK$60),  Azzato Black Truffle Oil (100ml, HK$117), Kaluga Amur Caviar (50g, HK$656), andTelfort Garda Extra Virgin Olive Oil (250ml, HK698). Those not sure what to get will be excited to receive advice from any of Mercato’s knowledgable Italian Food Experts.  The homey Italian market also offers Italian  favorites such as homemade pastas,  fresh sauces, boutique wines, charcuterie, cheeses, olive oils, chocolates, and other imports exclusively available in Hong Kong from Mercato by Giando. Holiday baskets are complimentary with items totaling over HK$500, and free delivery is also included with the minimum spend.  Those keen on the holiday hampers can also enjoy a complimentary ride from Uber with code GIAHK75.

A favorite at sister restaurant, Giando, Mercato is now offering homemade White Truffle Gelato by the half litre (HK$680). This luscious treatis a mixture of vanilla beans, rich cream, Italian eggs, honey, and of the star of the show, a generous portion of hand-grated white truffles.

Gianni Caprioli, founder of Già Trattoria and Mercato by Giando says, “ingredients have always been my passion. We know where our ingredients come from. With frequent trips to Italy, our relationships remain strong with our suppliers, so that we are able to offer our customers the same high-quality that our mothers in Italy would be proud to put on their tables and serve to our families. We are thrilled to bring these ingredients to homes in Hong Kong for the holidays.”

This holiday, gift-givers shouldn’t risk ordering pre-made hampers full of sub-par ingredients. Instead, head to Mercato by Giando and select and taste a range of high quality ingredients and create customized gifts for everyone on their list.