Duo cooks up special menu combining regional philosophies

CHAR Bar & Grill at the InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun hotel unveiled "CHAR DUO", a special collaborative menu created by chefs Qian Wenzhong from Beijing and Wang Xianpu from the InterContinental Xi'an North hotel in Shaanxi province.

Bringing together two regional culinary philosophies, the menu showcases a refined dialogue between Beijing's local tastes and Xi'an's bold, hearty flavors. Chef Qian focuses on transforming familiar Beijing ingredients into elegant, contemporary plates, while Wang draws on Shaanxi's robust culinary traditions and Western techniques to create innovative pairings.

The dining experience opens with the "Twin Butter Fission", featuring two signature butters — sesame paste and chili oil — served with Beijing-style sesame flatbread. Standout dishes include the Crabmeat and Black Bean Sauce Pomelo Tart, which delivers a nuanced umami balance, and the reimagined Chinese hamburger Roujiamo, combining wagyu beef with spiced cheese for a playful take on texture and flavor.

To conclude, the Hawthorn Basque Cheesecake offers a sweet-and-sour harmony that encapsulates the menu's theme of culinary evolution and preservation.

The CHAR DUO menu is available in Beijing until the end of the year.