The concept of back-to-back doesn’t only occur in the music business but in gastronomy as well. We witnessed a perfect example at MOMO.
Executive chef of MOMO, Hariprassad Shetty, welcomed Han Ji -chef of Michelin star restaurant HanTing in The Hague- in his kitchen, and they challenged each other for a virtuoso dinner fusing Eastern and Western flavours.
It was for the occasion of the third MOMO inspires, set to attract different chefs from all over the country to take on the challenge of reaching gastronomical heights. When merging talents and skills, the outcome can be quite extraordinary.
This was our menu:
(starting with a glass of Veuve Clicquot Brut as an aperitif)
MOMO ‘Tsukuri’ Sashimi
Jon Dory Kombu Jime, Sweet & Sour
O-Toro with Watercress Sichuan
Hotami Rascasse and Caviar Kelp
(Accompanied by Txakolina Blanco 2011 -Ulacia, Spain)
Jackknife Clams & Abalone ‘Mukozuka’ With Chinese Crispy Sausage
Three preparations of Red Schrimps
Suimai with Lychee Pepper Sauce
Grilled with Yellow Jalapeno Dressing
Filo with Ponzu Gel
Pan fried Dover Sole, Bone Karage & Fresh White Truffle
(Accompanied by Chateau Montelena Chardonnay 2010 -Napa Valley)
Wagyu 9+ Hoboyaki, Braised Daikon with Kizami Wasabi Salsa & Soto Sauce
(Accompanied by Don Maximiano Founder’s Reserve 2008 -Valle de Aconcagua, Chile)
Dashi Gohan with King Crab & Bonito flakes
Umeshu Mince Pie & Cinnamon Ice cream
(Accompanied by Noval Black. Quinta do Noval -Douro, Portugal)
Petit Fours
The photos are probably a better reflection of the refined and innovative dishes we got served (courtesy of Jesaja Hizkia).
About MOMO
MOMO restaurant, bar & lounge combines Eastern subtility with Western refinement in its cuisine. Located adjacent to the Park Hotel, at the junction of the well known Leidseplein, the Museum district and the Vondelpark, it attracts a cosmopolitan crowd. MOMO doesn’t follow the rules, but offers a creative gastronomic journey.
Hobbemastraat 1
1071 XZ Amsterdam
About HanTing Cuisine
Named after chef Han Ji and his wife Ting. The restaurant is based in The Hague; city of diplomacy and melting pot of nationalities.
At HanTing, chef Han combines 5,000 years of traditional Chinese dietetics with modern cooking techniques and Western flavors. Within a unique style he develops sophisticated dishes that fit within his philosophy of mindful eating. HanTing Cuisine is a Michelin-starred restaurant .
Prinsestraat 33
2513 CA Den-Haag
