{"id":25284,"date":"2025-06-11T15:42:44","date_gmt":"2025-06-11T08:42:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=25284"},"modified":"2025-06-11T15:42:44","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T08:42:44","slug":"summer-2025-theme-memories-of-midsummer-%e9%a5%97-a-joy-unveils-12-seasonal-creations-inspired-by-taiwans-landscapes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=25284","title":{"rendered":"Summer 2025 Theme – “Memories of Midsummer”: “\u9957 A Joy” Unveils 12 Seasonal Creations Inspired by Taiwan’s Landscapes"},"content":{"rendered":"

TAIPEI<\/span>, June 11, 2025<\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ — As cicadas sing and lush greenery sways under the blazing summer sun,\u00a0A Joy<\/i> unveils its new seasonal menu for Summer 2025, themed “Memories of Midsummer.”<\/b> This limited-time collection features 12 exquisitely crafted dishes that blend traditional Taiwanese flavors with innovative culinary artistry. Highlighting the richness of local ingredients and culinary culture, the menu invites guests to embark on a refined summer feast infused with the poetic charm of tea and cooling delicacies.<\/p>\n

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Summer 2025 Theme \u2013 \u201cMemories of Midsummer\u201d: “\u9957 A Joy” Unveils 12 Seasonal Creations Inspired by Taiwan’s Landscapes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

A Culinary Journey into Taiwan’s Summer Essence<\/b> <\/p>\n

Curated by Executive Western Chef Wei Jing-Zhen<\/b>, the menu reimagines classic ingredients into elegant masterpieces. The signature Smoked Oyster and Yam Noodles<\/b> features fresh oysters from Dongshi, Chiayi, delicately smoked to draw out their umami richness. Paired with silky yam noodles, powdered dried anchovy, and Penghu seaweed, the dish is served in a light, aromatic Japanese-style dashi broth\u2014refined and deeply flavorful.<\/p>\n

Another highlight, Oolong Watermelon with Bottarga and Cheese<\/b>, reinvents a Taiwanese summer staple. Sweet watermelon is marinated overnight in oolong tea and paired with oolong-infused cheese, then topped with savory mullet roe\u2014creating a sophisticated balance of sweetness, saltiness, and tea aroma.<\/p>\n

The Swordfish Risotto with Seaweed<\/b> showcases dry-aged mahi-mahi with bamboo shoots, lily bulbs, and a white wine cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche sauce. Made with locally grown Hualien No. 26 rice<\/b>\u2014celebrated for its chewy texture and aromatic complexity\u2014the risotto is simmered in bamboo shoot broth and garnished with Penghu seaweed for a refreshing oceanic finish.<\/p>\n

A Poetic Dining Experience:<\/b> <\/p>\n

Summer Through the Lens of Classical Chinese Poetry<\/b> <\/p>\n

Drawing from verses such as “fragrant laughter evoking salivation” and “dining on ferns in quiet retreat,” A Joy<\/i> presents dishes that echo the elegance and serenity of nature.<\/p>\n

Veteran Chinese Chef Zhan Xi-Sen<\/b> brings depth and finesse to Taiwanese traditions with dishes like the Loofah Roll with Shrimp Roe Soup<\/b>. Sliced loofah is rolled with mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and purple yam, then simmered in a savory broth of loofah, clams, and ginger. Finished with a drizzle of shrimp roe oil and tied with fine carrot ribbons, this dish transforms humble ingredients into a refined oceanic experience.<\/p>\n

The Vegetable Fern with Chicken Mousse<\/b> offers a lighter option perfect for summer. Chicken breast is blended with tofu, egg white, and water chestnuts into a smooth mousse, simmered in a broth of chicken stock and Shaoxing wine, and served over poached fern leaves. The result is a nourishing, delicate dish suitable for all ages.<\/p>\n

Cooling Sweets: Taiwan’s Summer Bounty Reimagined<\/b> <\/p>\n

Inspired by beloved local desserts, A Joy<\/i> debuts two refreshing creations. The Winter Melon and Grass Jelly Tart<\/b> layers creamy winter melon custard with hand-brewed grass jelly and Chantilly cream in a crisp tart shell\u2014nostalgic, modern, and rich in texture.<\/p>\n

The Mojito Jelly Dessert Cup<\/b> is a vibrant blend of coconut, cucumber, lemon, and mint jelly, topped with thin slices of green grape. This elegant dessert refreshes both palate and spirit\u2014an ideal finale to a midsummer meal.<\/p>\n

From savory to sweet, these 12 seasonal creations offer a vivid culinary expression of midsummer tranquility\u2014set against a backdrop of dappled sunlight, tea aroma, and Taiwanese charm.<\/p>\n

Tea Pairings: A Refreshing Finish to a Summer Feast<\/b> <\/p>\n

To complement its summer menu, A Joy<\/i> collaborates with local tea artisans to offer two artisanal tea selections:<\/p>\n