HARD ROCK CAFE MALAYSIA BRINGS BACK MEATLESS MENU
FOR VEGGIE LOVERS
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, October 1, 2016 – For the second year in a row, Hard Rock is going green with new offerings from its limited-time vegetarian menu, just in time for Vegetarian Awareness Month.
Beginning on Saturday, October 1 through Monday, October 31, 2016, Hard Rock Cafe Kuala Lumpur, Melaka and Kota Kinabalu will expand its legendary menu and serve up fresh and satisfying vegetarian-friendly dishes and plant-based beverages, including Cauliflower “Wings” served Buffalo-style, a Grilled Ratatouille Wrap featuring grilled vegetables and Sriracha mayo, and a Very Veggie ‘Tini featuring a mix of fresh vegetable juice, Greek Yogurt and Vodka.
Hard Rock Cafe Kuala Lumpur, Melaka and Kota Kinabalu have added several new menu items to provide guests looking to expand their palate with flavorful and satisfying options in various categories of classic, all-American cuisine. Additionally, many of the items featured on Hard Rock Cafe Kuala Lumpur, Melaka and Kota Kinabalu meatless menu can be prepared to accommodate vegan requirements. A full list of offerings includes:
· Cauliflower “Wings” – crispy Buffalo-style cauliflower served with bleu cheese, celery and carrot sticks (RM 25)
· Cauliflower “Wings” – crispy Buffalo-style cauliflower served with bleu cheese, celery and carrot sticks (RM 25)
· Grilled Ratatouille Wrap – grilled ratatouille vegetables topped with Sriracha mayonnaise, olive oil and baby arugula, served in a seasoned grilled flour tortilla with a side salad (RM25)
· Pico de Gallo Quinoa Arugula Salad – a fresh mix of pico de gallo, quinoa, lime juice and chopped cilantro mixed with arugula and topped with shredded Brussels sprouts, spicy pecans, feta cheese and craisins, tossed in a citrus vinaigrette (RM55)
· Cauliflower Burger – a house-made patty of cauliflower, garlic, egg, goat cheese, oregano and breadcrumbs, topped with zucchini, squash, Monterey Jack cheese, arugula, tomato and garlic aioli, served on a toasted brioche bun (RM48)
· Buffalo Cauliflower Wrap – crispy Buffalo-style cauliflower topped with bleu cheese, celery and a spicy Buffalo sauce, served in a seasoned grilled flour tortilla with a side salad
· Fennel, Beet & Orange Salad – roasted beets, crisp fennel, fresh orange, mint, cilantro and spring greens tossed in a garlic, lime and cumin vinaigrette (RM45)
· Spinach, Potato & Chickpea Burger – a house-made patty of red skin potatoes, spinach, chili peppers, cilantro, chickpeas and spices, topped with arugula, tomato, cucumber and a spiced yogurt sauce
“With the success of last year’s vegetarian offerings and the increased consumer interest in meatless dining options, we wanted to introduce a new menu that goes beyond the typical,” said Antonio Bautista, Senior Vice President of Franchise Operations for Hard Rock International. “Whether it’s one of our new vegetarian-friendly salads or my personal favorite the Pico de Gallo Quinoa Arugula Salad, we have something to satisfy our guests’ ever-changing cravings.”
Hard Rock Cafe Kuala Lumpur, Melaka and Kota Kinabalu new vegetarian menu also includes cocktails that pair perfectly with meatless options, including:
· Very Veggie ‘Tini – fresh cucumber, red onion, mint and lime juice shaken with Greek yogurt and Tito’s Handmade Vodka (RM52)
· Bell Pepper Martini – a mix of Hendricks Gin, Benedictine, lemon juice, grapefruit juice, Hard Rock’s simple syrup, green peppers, mint and garnished with a green pepper ring (RM52)
· Wascally Wabbit – a mix of Domaine de Canton Ginger Liquor, Captain Morgan, Grand Marnier, Hard Rock’s simple syrup, carrot juice, apple juice and garnished with a large mint sprig (RM52)
· Beet Orange Ginger Juice (alcohol free) – a fresh blend of ginger, beet and orange juice (RM29)
Vegetarian Awareness Month
The new menu items celebrate Vegetarian Awareness Month, which was designed to spread awareness of vegetarianism and the benefits of a meat-free diet. The International Vegetarian Union encourages individuals worldwide to spread the word and experience the vegetarian lifestyle. What began as World Vegetarian Day has blossomed into a month-long celebration of vegetarianism that involves educational events and festivities.
Guests can stop by Hard Rock Cafe Kuala Lumpur, Melaka and Kota Kinabalu to try out the latest items or visit www.hardrock.com/KualaLumpur www.hardrock.com/Melaka www.hardrock.com/KotaKinabalu for more information.
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