MEXUS [Hong Kong] - Weekend Mexican Unlimited Brunch Starting at just HKD $253.50 Per Person

  MEXUS by ZSHospitality Group used to be Mamasita Cantina, but recently they updated the name to reflect on their slight menu directional change, which now incorporates both authentic Mexican food together with some American dishes.  A fellow friend was helping to organize a Sat or Sunday Brunch session here together with ZSHospitality,  which starts at HKD $338 unlimited per person.  Every 4 Customers booking can receive 1 person for Free,  averaging the cost per person to just HKD $253.50 for All You Can Eat Mexican in the middle of Central.  Free-flow drinks with Sangria, Wines, Beers and some Cocktails start at $168 more. 

Unlimited Saturday & Sunday Brunch -
HKD $253.50 Per Person as Groups of 4 Pax,  or normally HKD $338 per person -

Includes unlimited Buffet Table,  Taqueria Tacos and Tortilla with Dips, Ham, etc

- Unlimited Breakfast Station

- 1 Main Course

- Unlimited Desserts, etc.

One of the Brunch Tables has Breakfast, Desserts, and Ham -

Unlimited Prosciutto -

Despite the Mexican & American Theme,  they still serve some prosciutto ham,  which seem to be a prerequisite for a brunch buffet in HK

Plenty of Ceviches and Salads -

There is also a Crab meat toast on the left side

This Side has many Tortillas, Breads,  Charcuterie and Dips, Ceviche, Cheese -

And some seafood items

Starting with some Mexican Chicharrones Crispy Pork Rinds -

Also some Tortillas with Avocado Guacamole,  Pico de Gallo, Prawns, and Chickpea hummous

Unlimited Tacos ordered from the Staff -

There's Baja Fish taco,  Pork Carnitas, and some Mushrooms version

My Favorite would have to be the Pork Carnitas Taco -

By default, they are saucy but not too spicy, slightly sweet.  It is recommended that you put on more Pico de Gallo and Chili sauce on top..

Unlimited Mexican Seafood Paella with Saffron -

1stly I didn't understand reading the menu,  but it turned out despite being listed amongst the Main choices,  this carb dish with plenty of seafood is actually served unlimited,  and it was actually quite oceanic in taste.  It's Latino Spanish in spirit..

Sangria -

This was actually quite potent and spiked,  I only wanted a photo for reference but took 2 sips to try their in house recipe.

Main Course Hanger Steak -

This was my choice as a Main, although by this stage I was pretty KO'ed by the Buffet and Taco's section.  The sauce is quite intense,  but balanced by the green apple slaw.  I think the meat was slightly marinated for this recipe.

Main Course 2 - Slow Cooked Salmon

This was quite huge for a Main fish dish,  and it was silken soft.  Topped with some tortilla strips and calamari,  I preferred this main over the steak above, since it is lighter relative to the rest of the brunch buffet,  which got really filling.

Main Course 3 - Burger with Bacon and Fries

Someone on the table ordered this,  which I did not end up taking a bite.  The fries however were really crunchy and fluffy.  I am not sure that with so many unlimited Mexican tacos and desserts coming before and after,  I could actually fit in the burger myself..

More Baja Fish Tacos -

We couldn't stop ordering these again.  Remember that with Taco's in HK, they usually cost around $45 - $50 each,  and some places serve 5 Tacos for like $300 after Service Charge.  Overseas in the States and elsewhere,  Taco's are meant to be street food around USD 0.80 to a Dollar...   so in this sense,  unlimited Taco's on the weekend is quite attractive

Improvised Taco with Egg and Pork Carnitas -

The breakfast section is unlimited,  so I ordered some Fried Eggs to top my taco's.  The same thing would prob cost you $78 each at other restaurants. Lol...

Mexican Churros with Chocolate -

Fried well and not greasy,  and not overly crunchy on the surface.  These were dusted with Cinnamon and Sugar on the outside,  a bit different from the usual Spanish versions.

There's also the Signature layered Tres Leche "3" Milk Cake -

And I am glad that was the first thing I ate,  before the meal began because nowadays I try to enjoy the pastries and desserts before I get full!   Overall we all thought this was very good Value for Money at $338 or $253 per person if coming as 4 pax.  I mean overall Mexican food in HK costs a bomb,  especially when ordering A La Carte.  It seems wise to come here on the weekend every month or so,  to satisfy that Mexican or even Cal-Mex crave,  with a capped cost with your buddies!

Price:  HKD $253 to $338 + 10% Per Person  (Meal Organized by ZSHospitality)
Food:   ♕♕♕ 1/2 to ♕♕♕♕

Address: 中環擺花街8號5樓及6樓
5/F & 6/F, 8 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central
Ph: +852 28966118

Sheraton Oyster & Wine Bar 蠔酒吧 [Hong Kong] - Possibly the Best Sunday Champagne Brunch Buffet in Hong Kong from HKD $998 ?

  Sheraton Hotel's Oyster & Wine Bar and also Morton Steakhouse has accumulated many loyal fans over the years,  many of whom including myself come here on occasions for the amazing night view on the 18th Floor facing the Harbour,  together with carefully selected Wines available by the Glass and also the guaranteed best Oyster offerings.  For their unlimited Perrier-Jouet Bubbly Sunday Oyster Brunch at $998 up,  they are also voted by many locals to be the No.1 coveted spot to land a table,  to the point a friend just told me during the recent Typhoon 8 hitting our shores,  the tables remained all occupied during her Sunday visit.  Despite the morning battering rain storm,  seemingly no one were deterred to give up their tables they had reserved for months ahead.  

Sunday Perrier-Jouet Free Flow Brunch from HKD $998 - Includes

Unlimited Fresh Oysters, Seafood and Hot Food

Unlimited Breakfast Egg Dishes

Unlimited Desserts

1 Main Course of Choice

Free-flow Perrier Jouet NV Champagne

Welcome Perrier-Jouet Grand Brut Champagne at the Entrance -

Some Jamon Ham to begin with Per Table -

Seafood Counter -

Look at the Alaskan King Crab legs.  The biggest I have seen in Hong Kong for Buffets,  the other one is at Café Express in Hotel Panorama.

Beetroot Cured Scottish Salmon -

Sliced at the table, very high quality.  I pair it with Horseradish cream..

The Sunday Oyster & Champagne Brunch Menu -

There are cold and hot Oysters,  unlimited Egg Dishes,  a Main Course choice,  also all you can order Souffle and Ice Creams

Buffet Sashimi & Sushi -

Again extremely high quality fish,  especially the Tuna Maguro.  In my whole time of eating out at Brunch or Dinner buffets,  only 2 places serve this high quality of Tuna for all you can eat selection.  Here,  or at Aqua at No.1 Peking Road.

5 Types of Imported Oysters,  Shucked to Order -

Without doubt,  this is the best unlimited Oyster Counter.  Sheraton Oyster & Wine Bar had built their reputation and good will from this specialty all these years, and it's hence one of the reasons why they have many loyal customers returning for this counter

Hot Oysters -

For those of us who also love baked Oysters,  today we ordered some Oyster Rockefeller, and Kilpatrick with bacon and Worchestershire sauce.

Eggs Benedict and Ouef en Meurette Burgundy style in Red Wine -

The latter I was surprised to find here, since it is a rare Burgundy recipe which I love eating on weekends,  and here it is served unlimited.

Bouillabaisse Seafood Stew with Rouille Croutons -

This had a lot of fish and prawns inside 

My Main Course - Half Lobster Thermidor with Quinoa

There are also choices of Lamb Rack,  or Beef Tenderloin.  However there is a Roasted Tomahawk beef served as a Prime Rib style on the buffet table side and it was delectable, so I chose the lobster today.

Roasted Tomahawk Beef -

Surprised to see a Tomahawk roasted here for the hot food section.  This was of very high quality,  and little wonder this Sunday Brunch table is so popular,  as all the food and details are well taken care of.  Even the baked Cheese Pasta parcels on the side were lovely.

Some of the Dessert Selections -

Including a lovely Black Forest, Strawberries Tart and also a Grand Marnier Souffle

My Dessert Platter -

There's quite a few dessert selections,  which you can see in the Video I compiled below..

Summary Video of the Sunday Perrier-Jouet Brunch Buffet -

There's too much food to cover with photos alone,  so hopefully this video is a bit more comprehensive showing the selections.  There is also a Cheese Counter at the end which has free pour Aged Port Wine,  which completes the from start to finish thoughtful Sunday Brunch.  Remember to book in advance by weeks or months ahead,  as this is one of the Hottest tables on any Sunday.  If you follow me on Instagram "@EpicurusHongKong",  you will notice I ate a lot of brunches or buffets recently,  but usually I only have time to prioritize covering the best on this website.  The other recent hot table for Sunday Brunch is the Free-flow Dom Perignon 2006 option at Ritz-Carlton Ozone Bar for HKD $1,298,  which I had just covered here for comparison :  http://foodofhongkong.blogspot.hk/2017/08/ozone-bar-ritz-carlton-hotel-hong-kong.html .  Coming up as a review next,  a Mexican Brunch is also a good option in Central.

Price:  HKD $998 + 10% Free Flow Perriet-Jouet NV Sunday Brunch 
(Brunch organized by Sheraton Hotel)

Food:   ♕♕♕♕♕

Address: 尖沙咀彌敦道20號香港喜來登酒店18樓18/F, Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers, 20 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui

Ph:  +852 23691111

Ozone Bar, Ritz-Carlton Hotel [Hong Kong] - Tallest Bar in the World on 118th Floor, with Rubber Duck Rum Baba & Sunday Dom Perignon Brunch

  Ozone Bar is the Highest Bar in the World, perched on the 118th Floor of Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Hong Kong.  Customers mostly come for Cocktails and Tapas to relax during night time and to indulge in that gorgeous view of the HK Harbour side,  and right now they are doing two popular promotions which are highly attractive to Foodies.   For the period of July to August,  Chef Rafael has created an edible Rubber Duck Rum Baba,  which is available at HKD $148 each.  There is also a Competition happening to Win their delectable Sunday Dom Perignon Champagne Brunch for Two persons,  which includes free-flow Dom Perignon 2006 Champagne and some of the best buffet food in HK, including Seafood, Sashimi, Eggs Benedict, Roasted Beef and plenty of top quality Ritz-Carlton Desserts.  Written below is a summary coverage of my 3 separate visits,  so please watch the 2 Videos for more details about each promotion and in particular check out their amazing dessert spread!

Sunday Free Flow Dom Perignon 2006 Brunch - 
HKD $1,298 per person

Rubber Duck Rum Baba from July to August 2017 -
HKD $148

View from Ozone Bar - 

Tallest Bar in the World on the 118th Floor in Hong Kong

Specialty Rum and Truffled Popcorns for Ozone Bar -

Served fresh during night visits after 5pm

Rubber Duck Rum Baba from July to August 2017 - HKD $148

This is available a la carte and is a seasonal dessert created by the Chef.  There is currently also a competition,  and by posting a photo or video of the Duck,  and tagging them correctly on Instagram with the following tags,  you can WIN a 『 Dom Perignon 2006 Sunday Brunch x 2 』 as per the above video,  which I have visited twice myself before.  Remember to add these tags to be eligible! 

 #RCMemories

#RDBOzone

@OzoneHongKong

Price:  Rubber Duck and Drinks HKD $148+,  Sunday Brunch HKD $1298 + 10%
(Personal Visits or hosted by Ritz Carlton Hotel HK)
Food:   ♕♕♕♕♕

Ease of Access:  4/5
Address: 尖沙咀柯士甸道西1號環球貿易廣場(ICC)香港麗思卡爾頓酒店118樓
118 Floor,  Ritz Carlton Hong Kong,  Austin Road West,  No.1 ICC,  Kowloon,  Hong Kong
Ph:  2263 2270

Blue · Butcher & Meat Specialist [Hong Kong] - Steak & Butcher House, Hardcore Style

Blue Butcher changed its name slightly these days to reflect on its nature as both a dedicated Butcher Meat House and a Steakhouse,  especially when nowadays at downstairs they opened a new counter for customers to purchase their butchered Meats and Produce for take away.  Hong Kong has recently experienced a myriad of new steakhouse openings in town,  notably Beef Bar which instantly garnered 1 Michelin Star, as well as Wolfgang's Steakhouse arriving buttery hot from NYC.  There's also the other notable competitors in town from previously Michelin 1 Starred InterContinental's The Steak House and Sheraton's Morton Steakhouse,  Grand Hyatt Steakhouse, JW Marriott's Flint Grill & Bar, Atelier Vivanda, Ruth Chris, Butcher's Club, etc,  or La Vache if you just needed casual Steak Frites.  Blue Butcher still stands out amongst them,  since they have an in house Butcher Johnny Farrell from the UK, who cuts up the carcasses and then Dry Ages the meat inside a Himalayan Pink salt room,  and as my previous interview with Fergus Henderson also here ( http://foodofhongkong.blogspot.hk/2013/12/interview-with-chef-fergus-henderson.html ), Blue Butcher follows this concept through by doing responsible hardcore Head to Tail dining, the only one of its kind in HK..

The Neon Light setting is like a Night Club than a Butcher's Meat house -

The New Counter selling their In-house Butchered and Dry Aged Meats -
It's reasonable and at around wholesale retail prices

Burrata Cheese, Heirloom Tomatoes, Croutons and Kale Pesto - HKD $180

A new variation of a dish I have tried here a few times, this time it comes with kale pesto instead of basil as in a Caprese..

Rubia Gallega Smoked Beef Fat Candle, Sea Salt & Bruschetta - $135

The dish to come here for these days, reminiscent of the version served at Restaurant Story in London.  It's actually quite cowy and strong in the taste,  so you end up dipping a lot of bread into it to finish the melting candle

Crispy Veal Sweetbreads,  Chimichurri Aioli, Burnt Lemon - $220

It was either the Bone Marrow again or this,  and obviously I opted for the latter since it is rare to find these served as fried nuggets in Hong Kong!  The portion was much larger than I expected,  usually other places only serve 2 pieces or 1 larger one.

Blue Mussels, Clams, 'Nduja Sausage, Bacon, Chive Oil with Fregola Pasta - $175

A favorite on the table,  this was almost like a full on pasta dish as a Primi course.  Full of mussels and clam jus sweetness.

Irish 'John Stone' Dry Aged Grass Fed T-Bone,  22oz HKD $650

This is actually quite a bargain for Hong Kong.  They also sell the delectable 45 Days Dry Aged Rubia Gallega Steaks,  as well as other options and Australian Wagyu steaks at different price points.  I think this beef is more on the grass fed leaner, meaty side, which in theory suits Europeans than local Hong Kong customers,  who usually prefer marbled grain fed beef and melts in the mouth sensation.   

Cooked Accurate to Rare Plus -

If you have been following my posts, in Hong Kong customers order Medium-Rare,  but expect them to be still relatively pink inside.  By International Standards,  I call this Rare Plus myself.

Blue Beef Ribs, Bourbon Barbecue Glaze, Watermelon Slaw - $490

This portion was large and the taste was really awesome.  With a charred, sugary crust,  it was almost like Char Siu but made with Beef ribs, and it was spicy on the marinade surface too.  A must order and one of the best I have tried recently.  We mentioned that some people also like sister restaurant Limewood's version,  which is similar but somehow I prefer this in it's layered, penetrating marinade and external rub flavors.

Duck Confit Mac n Cheese, Slow Cooked Egg - $110

This is a lovely recipe, and on my Instagram this got way over 1,100 Likes easily.  The taste was thick gooey, and cheesy, I was saying that since they call themselves a Meat house and is considered more hardcore than most, and since they alreadyserve Duck Fat Fries and Beef Fat Candles here,  they might as well throw in some Crispy Duck Skins from the leg confit on top to finish off the project..

Inside Duck Confit Mac n Cheese ..

Triple Cooked Fries - Limited Servings Per Day $80

These were really great and fluffy, with a rough crispy edges, obviously taking lots of preparation for what are just fries and chips.  Probably one of the most memorable ones I tried in Hong Kong ever.  They were gone in no time on the table though!  A must order!

Roasted Pumpkin, Sweet Potatoes, Lentils & Yogurt - $70

Some veggies to balance the meal.  Not your typical veggies either,  this was thoughtful

Red Velvet Cake -

It's decent enough, at least not dry.  Truth be told,  it's very hard for someone to judge a Red Velvet cake,  although Carrot Cakes are even harder,  if you know what I mean. 

Bruleed Sourdough Pain Perdu French Toast,
with White Chocolate Butter & Blueberry Jam - $110

This reminds me of a Tartine open sandwich with a custardy spread, then blow torched, not the typical doused in milk and egg version.  Very lovely and you almost want to order extra ice cream to eat with it.  Speaking of which,  they should bring back the Salted Caramel ice cream which was the best in Hong Kong all these years,  and this would therefore be the last sentence of this write up for me.. !

Price: HKD $450 to $600 for Dinner Per Person + 10%   (Meal was Dined with Maximal Concepts)
Food: ♕♕♕♕ 1/2

Address: 上環蘇豪荷李活道108號108
Hollywood Road,  Sheung Wan,  Hong Kong
Ph:  2613 9286