This week, as part of our L'atmosphère Specialities menu, we're taking you on a sensory journey through flavors inspired by the brilliant French master chef, Auguste Escoffier. Andrzej Welian, Deputy Head Chef (Sous Chef) at the Hilton Garden Inn Krakow Airport restaurant, presented his signature lunch menu.
A rich, delicate soup served with a buttery croissant, subtle Mascarpone cheese, and olive oil infused with fresh basil straight from the herb garden on the hotel's "green roof."
The tender meat gained its noble, creamy consistency by patiently braising in a natural sauce with pomegranates and red wine. This composition is perfectly complemented by a potato mousse with sharp grated horseradish and young spring spinach.
A sweet and light dessert with peaches, vanilla ice cream, served with raspberry sauce, whipped cream, and almond crumble. This dessert is an absolute hit, and its creation was inspired by the Pêche Melba recipe by the legendary chef Auguste Escoffier, a master considered a reformer of classic French cuisine.
As the story goes, passed down through the world's most elegant circles, Escoffier created it in 1892 for none other than Nellie Melba, the Australian opera diva performing at London's Savoy Hotel, where this dessert debuted, permanently etching itself into the culinary history of Europe.
The L'atmosphère Specialities menu is a seasonal addition that complements the à la carte offerings of the hotel restaurant. This bi-weekly updated gourmet selection is an invitation to a culinary odyssey, where our hotel chefs serve as navigators, perfecting their techniques and sensory sensitivity by discovering world cuisines.
"We bring inspiration for our signature dishes from both near and far travels, where, by perfecting our skills and sense of taste, we discover new and unexpected flavor combinations. We openly want to share what delights us with our guests, to jointly experience excellent and diverse cuisine," emphasizes Jacek Filipczyk, Head Chef at Hilton Garden Inn Krakow Airport.
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Menu Author: Andrzej Welian
Photo Session: Michał Popek
