Mercure Hotels Serves Up 1,000-Hours of Local Flavours in a Global Culinary Journey

Mercure Hotels invites travelers on a gastronomic adventure with its “1,000-Hours of Local Flavours” campaign. To celebrate the milestone of 1,000 hotels worldwide, select Mercure locations will offer exclusive dishes and drinks for a limited 1,000-hour period (42 days), showcasing local ingredients and flavors unique to each destination.

Through collaborations with local producers, Mercure’s 1,000-Hours of Local Flavours brings the essence of each region to life, making every dish an authentic taste of local culture. Here’s a glimpse into the experiences across Asia:

• Bangkok, Thailand: Mercure Bangkok Makkasan presents a three-course Thai menu featuring Goong Kra Buang, Tom Kha Pla Salid Bang Bo, and Massaman Beef Curry, plus Thai-inspired breakfast treats. Guests can also sample cocktails made with Thai spirits like Sangvein Rum.
• Bengkulu, Indonesia: At Mercure Bengkulu, guests can enjoy Tekwan, a traditional fish-ball soup, with fresh seafood from Pulau Bai, and a refreshing Calamansi Ginger drink, celebrating Sumatra’s unique flavors.
• Chiang Mai, Thailand: Mercure Chiang Mai offers northern Thai favorites, including Khao Soi and Sai Oua, with ingredients sourced from local markets. Partners from Chang Phueak and Chang Klan communities provide spices and sausage that reflect generations of culinary tradition.
• Koh Chang, Thailand: Mercure Koh Chang Hideaway showcases island flavors with seasonal vegetables from the chef’s garden and seafood from nearby Bang Bao Village.
• Okinawa, Japan: Mercure Okinawa delights guests with Okinawan soba noodles, hibiscus tea, and island-inspired treats, enhanced by ingredients from Soeido 35 Coffee Co.
• Samarinda, Indonesia: Mercure Samarinda’s offerings include Kelulut Honey Pancakes, Borneo Luwak Coffee, and regional specialties like Dragon Fruit Salad, connecting guests to East Kalimantan’s rich culinary heritage.
• Jakarta, Indonesia: At Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto, traditional breakfast items like Gula Aren and cassava are paired with Panada and Ikan Bakar Babora. The bar offers Batavia Whiskey in collaboration with Orang Tua Group for a unique local twist.
• Dalat, Vietnam: Mercure Dalat Resort’s breakfast buffet and 1929 Lobby Bar feature Dalat goat cheese and local farm produce, creating a flavor profile unique to Vietnam’s highlands.
• The Maldives: Mercure Maldives Kooddoo offers Maldivian delicacies like Kulimas Theluli Roshi and Masroshi, as well as a romantic private dinner featuring local ingredients, paired with the signature “Maldivian Green” cocktail.

Mercure Hotels, established in 1973, now spans 68 countries, embodying each locale’s culture through design, food, and hospitality. To explore more of Mercure’s 1,000-Hours of Local Flavours, visit Mercure Hotels.