INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Property360Digest e-magazine Issue # 9 - 2021
Empress by Boon is now open
SAN FRANCISCO ( June 16 , 2021 ) – Empress by Boon , the expansive Cantonese culinary destination spearheaded by Michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon confirmed its grand opening on Friday , June 18 , 2021 . Located at 838 Grant Avenue in the space formerly occupied by the landmark Empress of China , the exciting new restaurant will celebrate the milestone with a private opening event and ribbon cutting on June 18 with individual reservations available beginning June 19 . Empress by Boon will be open Monday through Saturday from 5 to 10 p . m . and will serve a special opening prix fixe menu for the first month .
“ Opening my own namesake restaurant has been a career goal of mine for decades and I ’ m very pleased that my dream has come to fruition here in the United States ’ most historic Chinatown ,” said Chef Ho . “ The delays this past year due to COVID-19 has only made our team more grateful to announce the opening so we can contribute to the revitalization of this beloved community .”
On Friday , June 18 , Empress by Boon will host an exclusive event to welcome local dignitaries and community members for a first look at the masterfully renovated destination . Guests will enjoy a sampling of Chef Ho ’ s opening menu of Cantonese fare and refreshments from the bar .
A formal ribbon cutting will take place as well as Chinese cultural entertainment such as traditional lion dancing .
By John Tyler
Before launching a curated a la carte menu , Chef Ho will present a prix fixe menu that features modern Cantonese dishes prepared with fresh and local ingredients from the restaurant ’ s own organic
farm in Gilroy , California as well as an extensive wine list and cocktail and tea service .
Anticipated dishes to be featured on the opening menu include Crispy Quail