[Mexican]
THINK OF TACOS. Yes, that wheat
tortilla filled with ground beef or chicken, vegetables and cheese. How about Nachos? That crispy chips covered with ground meat, bell pepper, tomatoes and cheese-based sauce. Or Chicken Quesadilla, perhaps? These are not just food to delight your tongue. These are Mexico’s pride, a symbol of their colorful culture and superior sense of taste. And there is actually no better way to experience Mexican food fiesta than to dine at Regency Café of Intercontinental Hotel at the heart of Phnom Penh. Every Friday this month (June), Regency Café spreads out a bounty of Mexican dishes to satisfy your cravings for international cuisine. “This is the concept of our buffet, to bring families and friends
together and end the week with good food,” Marketing Manager Jeremy Sim says with pride as guests start coming in the restaurant. “And this month, Intercontinental Hotel gives them a taste of Mexico.” Regency Café has more than six stations filled with mouthwatering goods. You can mix your own Nachos and Tacos or ask the chef to do the magic plating for you at their respective stations. Try out the Crab Nachos, too, for a palatable twist.
If you opt for a heavy meal,the Mexican-style fried rice is a good choice. The chili-garlic paste and tomato sauce incorporated into the rice, plus the meat and vegetables, would make you want to stand up and get more. It’s best paired with the Red Chili-Braised Ribs. The short ribs are perfectly cooked and flavored, that each bite reveals the flavors of dried chili peppers, tomato paste and all the spices in it. And if you still want something on your plate, the grilled sweet corn is a wise add-on.
But if you are really into the adventure of tasting the real Mexican goodness, there are
Thank God It's
[Mexican] Friday
plenty of must-tries for you, Mexican foodie. You should know that the Mexican cuisine is both complex, because of influences by other regions, and colorful, because of the traditional ingredients they put into most dishes. While most of us (and most countries) use avocados, mangoes and oranges as sweet dessert and juices, Mexico uses them in savory dishes. Most dishes have quite distinct taste and texture from the traditional Khmer cuisine. But they aren’t weird, swear. You can start with the Avocado & Orange Salad. It is a mix of, well, fresh thin slices of avocado and oranges that’s partially soaked in lime juice. It comes strong at first bite as citric acid tends to dominate over avocado. But it actually draws you more to the salad, not to mention the playful combination of the green and orange colors on your plate.
Take a generous serving of the Mexican Seafood Sautéed with Avocado-Mango Salsa, too. An impressive main course, it includes with it some scallops, shrimp and dices of avocado and mangoes. Each bite has a beautiful balance to it – sour, sweet and fresh. There is also the Ceviche. Enjoy the great taste of shrimp and tuna marinated in salt, lime, chili peppers and avocado. The Mexican Ceviche has a strong kick of flavor because of the lime and avocado, and the rawness of the seafood. It’s also noteworthy that your Ceviche is made right in front of you by well-trained cooks.
And of course, one can’t say they’ve had a taste of Mexico unless they try Enchiladas. Regency café takes pride in bringing an almost-perfect Mexican taste Enchiladas to their guests’ plates. A corn tortilla rolled over some ground meat or seafood, potatoes, vegetables, cheese and chili pepper sauce on top, Enchiladas are a big hit among regulars and new-comers.
For children and the sweettoothed, the dessert station will surely be your favorite spot. The chocolate fountain is truly a sight to behold. Get as many sticks of marshmallows as you can and savor the unlimited flow of chocolate fondue. There are also varieties of cakes, fruits and ice cream flavors you can try. Don’t miss out the Mexican-style caramel flan, too, before declaring yourself full.
And what is more appropriately delicious way to complete a Mexican meal than to drink a glass of margarita? One can bet that Intercontinental Hotel’s Regency Café has the best margarita serving in Phnom Penh.
The Friday Mexican Fiesta runs until June 24th. Since it’s not every day that you get to take a glimpse of beautiful culture through food, Regency Café is ever ready to welcome food lovers. Provecho!
tortilla filled with ground beef or chicken, vegetables and cheese. How about Nachos? That crispy chips covered with ground meat, bell pepper, tomatoes and cheese-based sauce. Or Chicken Quesadilla, perhaps? These are not just food to delight your tongue. These are Mexico’s pride, a symbol of their colorful culture and superior sense of taste. And there is actually no better way to experience Mexican food fiesta than to dine at Regency Café of Intercontinental Hotel at the heart of Phnom Penh. Every Friday this month (June), Regency Café spreads out a bounty of Mexican dishes to satisfy your cravings for international cuisine. “This is the concept of our buffet, to bring families and friends
together and end the week with good food,” Marketing Manager Jeremy Sim says with pride as guests start coming in the restaurant. “And this month, Intercontinental Hotel gives them a taste of Mexico.” Regency Café has more than six stations filled with mouthwatering goods. You can mix your own Nachos and Tacos or ask the chef to do the magic plating for you at their respective stations. Try out the Crab Nachos, too, for a palatable twist.
If you opt for a heavy meal,the Mexican-style fried rice is a good choice. The chili-garlic paste and tomato sauce incorporated into the rice, plus the meat and vegetables, would make you want to stand up and get more. It’s best paired with the Red Chili-Braised Ribs. The short ribs are perfectly cooked and flavored, that each bite reveals the flavors of dried chili peppers, tomato paste and all the spices in it. And if you still want something on your plate, the grilled sweet corn is a wise add-on.
But if you are really into the adventure of tasting the real Mexican goodness, there are
Thank God It's
[Mexican] Friday
plenty of must-tries for you, Mexican foodie. You should know that the Mexican cuisine is both complex, because of influences by other regions, and colorful, because of the traditional ingredients they put into most dishes. While most of us (and most countries) use avocados, mangoes and oranges as sweet dessert and juices, Mexico uses them in savory dishes. Most dishes have quite distinct taste and texture from the traditional Khmer cuisine. But they aren’t weird, swear. You can start with the Avocado & Orange Salad. It is a mix of, well, fresh thin slices of avocado and oranges that’s partially soaked in lime juice. It comes strong at first bite as citric acid tends to dominate over avocado. But it actually draws you more to the salad, not to mention the playful combination of the green and orange colors on your plate.
Take a generous serving of the Mexican Seafood Sautéed with Avocado-Mango Salsa, too. An impressive main course, it includes with it some scallops, shrimp and dices of avocado and mangoes. Each bite has a beautiful balance to it – sour, sweet and fresh. There is also the Ceviche. Enjoy the great taste of shrimp and tuna marinated in salt, lime, chili peppers and avocado. The Mexican Ceviche has a strong kick of flavor because of the lime and avocado, and the rawness of the seafood. It’s also noteworthy that your Ceviche is made right in front of you by well-trained cooks.
And of course, one can’t say they’ve had a taste of Mexico unless they try Enchiladas. Regency café takes pride in bringing an almost-perfect Mexican taste Enchiladas to their guests’ plates. A corn tortilla rolled over some ground meat or seafood, potatoes, vegetables, cheese and chili pepper sauce on top, Enchiladas are a big hit among regulars and new-comers.
For children and the sweettoothed, the dessert station will surely be your favorite spot. The chocolate fountain is truly a sight to behold. Get as many sticks of marshmallows as you can and savor the unlimited flow of chocolate fondue. There are also varieties of cakes, fruits and ice cream flavors you can try. Don’t miss out the Mexican-style caramel flan, too, before declaring yourself full.
And what is more appropriately delicious way to complete a Mexican meal than to drink a glass of margarita? One can bet that Intercontinental Hotel’s Regency Café has the best margarita serving in Phnom Penh.
The Friday Mexican Fiesta runs until June 24th. Since it’s not every day that you get to take a glimpse of beautiful culture through food, Regency Café is ever ready to welcome food lovers. Provecho!
