Lunch is always a treat at MARKET in the Shangri-La Hotel Vancouver, but in April it’s an extra special.  From April 4 to 18, 2014 Anthony Ricco, the Executive Chef at New York’s famed Spice Market presents a menu inspired by the street food Jean-Georges enjoyed while travelling in Southeast Asia.

Enjoy Spice Market flavours in a $29 Lunch Prix Fixe, or for dinner the $68 Five-Course Tasting Menu. Spice Market items will also be available on the lunch and dinner à la carte menus, with favourites including:

Shrimp Dumplings, Lobster and Shitake Mushroom Sauce; Mongolian Lamb Satay, Sweet Soy Glaze; LemonYellowfin Tuna, Lemon Szechuan Vinaigrette; Roasted Salmon, Green Curry Broth, Thai Eggplant.

We sampled the 50 MIN PRIX FIXE SPICE MARKET POWER LUNCH for $29 and went for the shrimp dumplings, lobster and Shitake Mushroom sauce, the roasted salmon in a spicy green curry broth with just the right amount of kick and a decadent Vietnamese Coffee Tart. We wish the menu was around for longer, but perhaps a visit to the real Spice Market in New York is in the cards instead.

Full Lunch Menu:

APPETIZERS
Yellowfin Tuna, Lemon Szechuan Vinaigrette
Shrimp Dumplings, Lobster and Shitake Mushroom Sauce
Crispy Grain Salad, Tamarind Vinaigrette
Spiced Chicken Samosas, Cilantro Yogurt

MAINS
Roasted Salmon, Green Curry Broth, Thai Eggplant
Grilled Striploin, Garlic, Coriander and Sesame
Mongolian Lamb Satay, Sweet Soy Glaze, Lemon, Ginger Fried Rice
Braised Chick Peas, Crispy Naan, Lemon Yogurt

DESSERT
Vietnamese Coffee Tart, Condensed Milk Ice Cream
Thai Jewels, Tropical Fruits and Shaved Coconut Ice
Spice Market Cookie Bag