Celebrated German-Swiss chef Rolf Fliegauf, considered one of Europe’s top culinary talents, will be making his debut in Macau this September as the final guest chef of this year’s Michelin guide Hong Kong Macau Dining Series’ International Chef Showcase.
With an impressive six Michelin stars under his apron, Chef Fliegauf will be presenting two exquisite tasting menus created exclusively for the Series at Yi Pavilion, Altira Macau. Giving guests an unrivaled, 180-degree panoramic view of the Macao International Fireworks Display Contest over the city’s spectacular skyline from its signature private dining room Yi Pavilion on September 23.
German-born Chef Fliegauf won his first Michelin star at the age of 26, only six months after opening his first restaurant Ecco Ascona in Switzerland. His three restaurants, Ecco Ascona, Ecco St. Moritz and Ecco Zurich, each holds two Michelin stars, making him the most awarded chef in Switzerland. Inspired by the natural surroundings of the picturesque lakeside locale of Ascona, Chef Fliegauf is highly regarded for his produce-driven dishes with inventive uses of seasonal ingredients.
Chef Fliegauf’s four-course lunch and eight-course dinner menu, created especially for the series, will showcase his take on modern European cuisine. His dishes are a true reflection of his masterful culinary skills, with a playful use of ingredients and culinary creations inspired by some of his favourite Asian flavours.
When: September 22–23, 2017
Where: Level 10, Yi Pavilion, Altira Macau, Avenida de Kwong Tung, Taipa
How much: Four-course lunch with wine pairing: Saturday, 23 September
Price: MOP $888
Eight-course dinner with wine pairing: Friday, September 22 & Saturday, September 23
Price: MOP $1,888
For more details and reservations, visit www.guide.michelin.com.hk and www.altiramacau.com