IN celebration of its fifth anniversary, The Hari Hong Kong is thrilled to host a special guest shift featuring Executive Chef Marco Quarta from sister property The Hari London. The acclaimed Italian chef will bring his expertise from il Pampero to Lucciola this November, delighting diners with authentic flavours from his Puglian roots.
Born in Puglia and trained in Brindisi, Chef Marco Quarta brings a wealth of experience to the table. His impressive career includes stints as sous chef at The Savoy, head chef roles at Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch and The Punchbowl in Mayfair, and executive chef at The Dixon Hotel before joining The Hari London earlier this year. Having collaborated with Michelin-starred chefs and even having served as a private chef for Arab royalty, his innovative approach to Italian cuisine promises an unforgettable dining experience.
Chef Marco Quarta
From November 11 to 14, Chef Marco will infuse Lucciola’s lunch set menu with two of his standout signature dishes, available alongside the regular offerings. Highlights include Cappesante Arrostite, Mele & Cavolfiore, Prosciutto di Parma – perfectly roasted scallops paired with golden apple and cauliflower purée, topped with crispy Parma ham – and Orecchiette con Cime di Rapa e Tarallo Pugliese, a classic orecchiette pasta with rapini and an apulian tarallo crumb. Prices start at HKD288 for the choice of two courses.
The centerpiece of the collaboration arrives on the evening of November 14 with an exclusive one-night-only four-course dinner menu crafted entirely by Chef Marco. Priced at HKD688 per person (including coffee or tea) or HKD988 with a curated Italian wine pairing, the feast showcases his heritage-inspired creations. The menu includes the aforementioned roasted scallops and orecchiette; a choice of steamed halibut with fregola and chanterelles (Pinot Grigio) or herb-crusted lamb rack with beetroot and rosemary jus; and a lemon baba with chantilly cream and berries finished with Moscato d’Asti.
The Hari Lucciola Interior
The collaboration continues from November 15 to November 30, when select signature dishes from Chef Marco will be incorporated into Lucciola’s Cena Conviviale set dinner menu, offering guests extended opportunities to savor his culinary artistry.
by Kiara Tay
330 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
