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The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Hong Kong Developed Revolutionary Sauce EXOTICA UMAMI [EX M] Impresses Acclaimed International Chefs
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 29 July 2025 - The new revolutionary flavour enhancer EXOTICA UMAMI (known to Chinese speakers simply as, 'EX M') continues to win admirers and impress professional chefs with its versatility, flavour and time and money saving capability. The flavouring agent's newest convert is Italian chef Paolo Monti of acclaimed Hong Kong's Wan Chai ristorante AMA. Chef Monti has decided to add a new refined dish to his restaurant's menu incorporating the revolutionary umami alternative in a new dish of grilled pork neck with mashed potatoes, seasoned and marinated with EXOTICA UMAMI. 'We will marinate the meat with the EXOTICA UMAMI sauce,' Chef Monti explains. 'Then we will leave it in a vacuum bag so the sauce goes through all the meat and it will impart its essence and flavour. We will slow cook it in sous vide for one and a half hour to tenderize the meat at 64 degrees Celsius before charcoal grilling it. 'To serve, we thin slice the pork, still warm, and sit it on top of the Exotica Umami vacuum marinated steamed rustic mashed potato. Then we add some fresh chives, some good extra virgin olive oil, salt, and finish with some pink peppercorn. A few drops of balsamic will add a little sweetness at the end.' The dish is presented at a professional tasting event on July 30th and Chef Monti will be serving his new dish at AMA starting August 1st. A native of Rome, Chef Paolo Monti has been one the top Italian chefs in Hong Kong for over 20 years, famous for his amatriciana pasta. In 2022, he opened AMA Ristorante to showcase his Roman and Italian dishes made with fresh and seasonal ingredients. It was named a 'Top Italian Restaurants' in 2024 by Gambero Rosso International guide. Timeout also listed it as among the best Italian Restaurants to try in Hong Kong. Monti took a special interest in EXOTICA UMAMI after learning the sauce is based on inspiration of the 2,000 year old Roman marinade called Garum. Instead of anchovy, its Hong Kong-based creator Dan Gan developed this new alternative for salt, soy sauce and MSG by mainly using pork instead. 'EXOTICA UMAMI is like a modern version of the ingredient, Garum, from Ancient Roman Empire,' Chef adds. 'However, contrary to what Garum was, I find Exotica Umami is quite simple and clear in flavour. It does not overpower, suitable for the modern tastes. I find its strong thyme smell very earthy, very easy to approach. Once I tried EX M, I saw the benefits of this ingredient so I decided to play with it and explore, and I think I will explore it more over time.' Where the traditional method of Garum generates an overly intense pungent aroma, EXOTICA UMAMI has a non-invasive and pleasant tone on the nose, reflecting the refined experiments and effort to develop a condiment that can suit any cuisine, which Chef Monti concurs. 'It's good for making modern, contemporary dishes because it's not an overpowering umami unlike many other seasoning products. In terms of flavour, this just gives me a little bit of a help to create dishes with depth and is tasty in less time. That's a big issue in Hong Kong. We are always in a rush, right? So in just a few minutes you can create tastier things and this sauce is easy to handle. It's not something that can be messed up.' Chef Monti appreciates Exotica Umami for its refined, non-invasive umami which in this case the subtle savouriness complements the richness of pork neck and creamy mashed potatoes, adding depth while preserving the dish's natural flavours. Monti values its versatility and linkage to many types of ingredients, making it a superior choice for contemporary Italian cooking. 'Exotica Umami multiplies the taste and it truly has its own character' says Monti. AMA Ristorante is at 25/F, 208 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong. Tel: (852) 2117 9789.
CNA
16-06-2025
- Business
- CNA
CNA938 Rewind - A Letter to Myself: Joseph Ong's journey from humble beginnings to the peak of the F&B and lifestyle sector
CNA938 Rewind Joseph Ong is the founder, chairman, and managing director of one of Singapore's most established F&B and lifestyle companies — 1 Group, which owns and manages close to 30 restaurants and bars, including Monti, 1-Altitude Coast, 1918 Heritage Bar, Beesknees, and more. Joseph shares how his unlikely journey to success — which began in a rental flat when he was growing up — was paved with hard work and a fervent belief in collective leadership.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Europe Needs Less "Hypocrisy" to Be More Effective: Former Italian PM
Europe must rein in "excessive nationalism", and pay more attention to the Draghi Report on European Union competitiveness, according to Former Italian Prime Minister and Bocconi University President, Mario Monti. Monti says most of the obstacles that stand in the way of a unified single market are "in the hands of member states". He adds that defensive actions have been taken to "preserve political power by some governments" and that Europe must reduce the degree of hypocrisy in order to become more effective. Monti spoke to Francine Lacqua on The Pulse. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Bloomberg
12-06-2025
- Politics
- Bloomberg
Europe Needs Less "Hypocrisy" to Be More Effective: Former Italian PM
Europe must rein in "excessive nationalism", and pay more attention to the Draghi Report on European Union competitiveness, according to Former Italian Prime Minister and Bocconi University President, Mario Monti. Monti says most of the obstacles that stand in the way of a unified single market are "in the hands of member states". He adds that defensive actions have been taken to "preserve political power by some governments" and that Europe must reduce the degree of hypocrisy in order to become more effective. Monti spoke to Francine Lacqua on The Pulse. (Source: Bloomberg)
Eater
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Eater
The Best Coolers for Every Type of Summer Chiller
Whether you're packing up frankfurters for a weekend in the woods or rolling up to a pool party with brewskies to share, you're going to need some portable cold storage, aka a cooler. These days, there is a cooler for every conceivable Enneagram; the folks at Igloo have gone full Oreo, launching a bunch of vibey retro coolers in previously unseen hues and some extremely niche branded coolers, while luxury brands like Business & Pleasure have engineered an archetypal Talented Mr. Ripley -esque , sea-ready ice chest, and the same people who gave us the Ninja Swirl crafted one of the most expedition-worthy coolers the back of your SUV has ever seen. Here's what the coolest coolers out there tell the world about the people who tote them. 'My Other Car is a Ninja Cooler': The Ninja FrostVault With its sturdy, sand-ready wheels and cavernous interior, the Ninja FrostVault is like an ATV for your many beach snacks. This massive, dad-coded cooler keeps cold cuts perfectly chilled for literal days, perfect for camping trips and other expeditions, and it includes a chilled dry zone that keeps dry stuff fridge-cold and never soggy for all your Type A packing needs. Prices taken at time of publishing. 'I Came to Party': The Igloo Retro Fanny Pack You can't be bothered with a bunch of details. (That's for the Ninja FrostVault crowd.) You may be here for a short time, but you're definitely here for a good time, which is why you've tucked exactly three cans of Ranch Water hard seltzer and an airplane bottle of tequila in your temperature-controlled Retro Fanny Pack before donning a bucket hat and hitting the streets. Prices taken at time of publishing. 'I'm Studying for My Level 2 Somm Exam': A Wine-Optimized Cooler Bag Only you, a wine rep who likes to crush grapes in quaint villages on your off time, can truly know the best bottle for every occasion. It's a gift and a burden, but fortunately, Monti's soft quilted Mayfly cooler backpack can house three of your favorites. Prices taken at time of publishing. Need room for some Mimolette and tarali? Check out the Corkcicle Beverage Bucket Bag with a pocket for just about everything. Prices taken at time of publishing. 'I Leisure So Hard, Weekend Is a Verb': Business & Pleasure's Hemingway Cooler Bench This is the kind of conspicuous cooler that telegraphs, 'I own a boat,' and not just because the design was, according to Business & Pleasure, 'inspired by European car designs and luxury speed boats,' though that helps. After snagging a can of Nomadica Bubbly Rosé from its roomy 35-quart interior, you can sit back on this cooler's detachable cushion and marvel at its sumptuous teak lid, glossy finish, and snazzy gold handles as you sail off into the sunset. Prices taken at time of publishing. $399 at Business & Pleasure 'I Would Prefer Not to Get Up': ParkIt's Voyager Cooler If you've ever gone thirsty because you refuse to dislodge yourself from your lawn chair while basting in your own sweat on a languid summer afternoon, I've got good news: This brilliant folding outdoor chair from ParkIt has a cooler built right in, so your *getting up and walking over there* days are over. Take the chair/cooler to any music festival or outdoor gathering, and you are guaranteed to make new friends whether you want them or not. Prices taken at time of publishing. 'I Once Caught a Fish THIS BIG': Canyon's Pro 45-Quart Cooler You often find yourself in bear country, and thus, you need a cooler that is not only bear-proof but also comes with a lifetime warranty just in case a grizzly tries any funny stuff. The PRO 45 Quart Canyon Cooler was built to hold a weekend's worth of food and drink for two (or an overnight's worth of stuff for four, or 15 minute's worth of food for a bear), and since it was designed for enjoying in the great outdoors where gadget multitasking is mandatory, the included cooler divider also doubles as a food-safe surface. Prices taken at time of publishing. 'I Look Great in Jorts': The Igloo KoolTunes Long before iTunes, there was KoolTunes. Imagine it: Billy Joel's 1989 classic 'We Didn't Start the Fire' absolutely blasting out of an Igloo Playmate cooler while you dole out Bud heavies to your Breakfast Club -looking crew of friends. Though they discontinued the original version in 1990, Igloo read the room and brought the KoolTunes back a few years ago, reestablishing it as the summer essential it truly is (and now it pairs with Bluetooth). And while we're on the topic of Igloo's fanny pack coolers, I would be doing you a disservice if I failed to mention that the brand has also designed one to look like a WWE Championship Belt for you to fill with… Slim Jims??? Prices taken at time of publishing. Stay cool, kids. The freshest news from the food world every day
