‘Tis the season to be truffling! Here are our favourite white truffle menus in Hong Kong for fall 2024.
Thank god the weather’s finally cooled down in Hong Kong. And you know what that means – this is the season for picnics, cycling, Halloween, and of course, the glorious white truffle. Also known as ‘white gold’ or ‘white diamond’, the white truffle is one of the most elusive delicacies in the world, and it’s foraged at its peak in October and November (just before the harvest season for black winter truffle). With its distinctive musk and delicate flavours, this prized fungus is a versatile ingredient that can elevate any dish. Whether you’re a truffle aficionado, or looking to celebrate a special occasion splurging on this coveted delicacy, check out the best white truffle menus in Hong Kong.
Best white truffle menus in Hong Kong 2024
1. Cantina
Treat yourself to a feast of mushrooms and truffles at Cantina! The seasonal Funghi Collection menu features five new dishes that spotlight Italian and local mushrooms. The Fritto Misto alla Piemontes will make a refreshing start to your meal. We particularly enjoyed the Raviolo Arrotolato, which came in a stunning rose shape and topped with a variety of mushrooms. In addition, dishes like the Homemade Tagliolini Truffle allows the distinct flavours of white truffle to stand out. Round off your meal with a unique Porcini Dacquoise dessert, served with homemade button mushroom gelato and drizzled with truffle vanilla sauce for extra aroma.
Cantina, Police Headquarters Block 01, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2848 3000
2. Lucale
The highly sought-after Alba white truffle is making a comeback at Lucale with lavish dishes, each containing at least five grams of the prized funghi. The restaurant’s classic Beef Tartare gets a facelift with premium scottona and generous shavings of Alba white truffle. Dishes like the Plin Filled Ravioli with Veal Shank and Classic Fresh Homemade Tagliolini also spotlight the heady white truffle with different complementing flavours.
Lucale, Shop A, 100 Third Street, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, p. 3611 1842
3. Zuma
Contemporary Japanese restaurant Zuma is introducing a series of lavish dishes that spotlights the prized seasonal truffle. Kickstart your tasting journey with a delectable Grilled Artichoke with Black Garlic Sauce and follow it up with the Seasonal Mushrooms Kamameshi Rice with Truffle Butter. Satisfy your funghi cravings with the White Chocolate Truffle Molten Cake with Japanese Yuzu Sorbet, which makes the perfect end to your truffle feast. Oh, and don’t forget to try the Nashi Harmony, Zuma’s truffle cocktail!
Zuma, 5/F-6/F, Landmark, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, p. 3657 6388
4. Estro
If you’re already a fan of Estro’s Michelin-starred offerings, you’ll definitely be blown away by its white truffle season items. Each dish is accompanied by a generous shaving of the coveted Alba white truffle. Whether you’re dining at Estro for lunch or dinner, you’ll have a chance to savour this seasonal delicacy on its set menus.
Check out other Michelin-starred restaurants in Hong Kong.
Estro, 2/F, 1 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 9380 0161 (Whatsapp)
5. Castellana
As one of the few restaurants in Hong Kong that specialises in Piedmontese cuisine, Castellana always impresses with its Alba White Truffle Menu. For 2024, truffle lovers can delight in its four-course menu with a wine pairing option. Highlights include the expertly crafted Piedmontese Poached Egg, the signature Homemade Ravioli with Guinea Fowl, and Brittany Blue Lobster.
Castellana, 1/F, Club Lusitano Building, 16 Ice House Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 3188 5028
6. Cucina
From 20 November 2024 to 5 January 2025, truffle lovers are treated to a lavish feast at Cucina. The Italian restaurant has curated a series of finely crafted dishes to honour the coveted “white diamond” of Piedmont. Savour the aromatic and earthy flavours of white truffle in the Handmade Tagliolini with Butter and Parmigiano cheese. On the other hand, the Baked Chilean Seabass offers a twist on your usual white truffle offerings.
Cucina, 6/F, Marco Polo Hong Kong Hotel, Harbour City, 5-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, p. 2113 0808
[This article was originally published in October 2023 and updated in 2024 by Celia Lee.]
