For over 80 years, Yung Kee has been a place where families share cherished dining traditions. As time goes by, many of our loyal customers have aged and may face challenges like chewing or swallowing, making it harder to enjoy meals with their loved ones. Therefore, Yung Kee has decided to launch the “Care Food” (also known as “Soft Meal”) program. The aim is to create a joyful time for individuals in need to be able to dine together with their families, sharing the happiness of enjoying delightful dishes at the same table.
Yung Kee has spent over 6 months preparing the “Care Food” program, following the requirements of the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) ─ designed a menu featuring 8 authentic “Care Food” dishes to meet the needs of different individuals. The menu was officially launched on December 1st.
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IDDSI Level 6 (Soft and Bite-sized) Dishes
“Stir-fried Fresh Milk and Egg White with Scallop” ($320)
Yung Kee selects scallops from Western Australia, which have a softer texture compared to regular scallops and therefore more suitable for creating “soft meal.” Their fresh and sweet flavor is more pronounced, especially when paired with rich and smooth fresh milk, offering a rich layering of flavors and textures.
“Stir-fried Local Fresh Beef Rump with Bitter Gourd, Garlic and Black Bean” ($280)
While it may seem simple to prepare, achieving “Care Food” standards requires finely dicing the bitter melon and beef. The subtle bitterness of the bitter melon complements the rich black bean garlic sauce, and the delicate plating creates a visually appealing dish reminiscent of a “Chinese Tartare.”
IDDSI Level 5 (Minced and Moist) Dishes
“Steamed Pork Cake with Water Chestnut and Salted Egg” ($220)
Using local fresh pork collar, the freshness of the pork is retained. Extra preparation techniques are applied to make the meat patty softer, enabling individuals with specific needs to savor its flavor.
“Baked Crab Meat, Potato, Cauliflower and Onion in Crab Shell” ($220/Piece)
The chef meticulously shreds and minces the crab meat, combining it with mashed potatoes and cauliflower to create a white sauce for baking, resulting in a classic and delicious dish.
IDDSI Level 4 (Pureed/Optimized Texture Modified Diet) Dishes
“Signature Charcoal Roasted Goose Leg” ($400/Leg)
Charcoal-grilled roast goose is one of Yung Kee classic signature dishes. This time, it has been specially crafted into a care food dish, preserving the aroma of goose oil and the roast goose meat, allowing guests to savour the authentic flavour of the dish.
“Steamed Shrimp and Pork Dumpling” ($68/4 pieces)
It uses Canadian prime ribeye and combines with premium dried scallops to enhance the unique flavour.
“Steamed Shrimp and Bamboo Shoot Dumpling” ($72/3 pieces)
It combines the refreshing taste of bamboo shoot with the freshness of shrimp to create a rich texture in the mouth. Designed to resemble traditional shrimp dumplings, it features a delicate appearance, providing customers with both a visual and gustatory experience.
“Sesame Cake” ($60/3 pieces)
It uses high-quality black sesame seeds to produce a rich and delicious flavour and a smooth texture and sweetness. This dessert serves as the perfect ending to the care food menu.
Yung Kee’s “Care Food” dishes officially launched on 1st December. We look forward to customers joining us in the upcoming festive days, especially during the Winter Solstice and Chinese New Year, to dine at Yung Kee with family members who may have swallowing difficulties. To ensure smooth arrangement and service, we kindly ask customers to make reservations one day in advance.
Ms. Yvonne Kam, CFO of Yung Kee said, “Yung Kee is proud to introduce our ‘Care Food’ program, promoting Hong Kong’s soft meal culture. We aim to provide delicious and dignified dining experiences for individuals with chewing and swallowing difficulties as well as elderly, enabling them to enjoy their golden years. Through over 80 years of dinning service at Yung Kee, we are adding a touch of diverse and inclusive culinary culture.”
Yung Kee is participating in the Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS) “Care Food Restaurant Incubation Program,” in collaboration with The Project Futurus, a social enterprise that specializes in texture modified soft meal and a strategic partner of the program. Over the past six months, Yung Kee’s chefs and frontline staff have worked closely with The Project Futurus, engaging in a series of workshops focused on soft meal training, menu design, and operational improvements. As the first traditional Cantonese restaurant in Hong Kong to be dysphagia-friendly, Yung Kee has also participated in the “Gerontech and Innovation Expo cum Summit (GIES) 2024,” taking place from November 21 to 24, to promote local care food culture.
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