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    Did you miss the EU pork tasting in Tianjin? Check out how it went

    By eupork

    2021-01-27

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    On January 26th, From Farm to Fork campaign held an EU pork tasting event for professionals in the Four Seasons Hotel in Tianjin.

    A selection of sector professionals including importers, distributors, restaurant and hotel representatives, e-commerce platforms and media agents attended the event to learn more about the campaign, the key merits of EU pork and to view the cooking demonstration and taste the four dishes prepared by renowned chefs.

    Riason Li, MC introducing the campaign

    Chief Sommelier Raison Li guided the event, introducing From Farm to Fork campaign, its organizers, key campaign aspects and objectives.

    The European Union has a long-standing history of pig farming. Millennia of experience and centuries of technological developments have shaped the current From Farm to Fork strategy, which follows the whole production process to define the highest standards in the world.

    The concept of “From Farm to Fork” implies a series of values for EU agricultural products: food safety, quality, taste, nutritional and health aspects, diversity, animal welfare and the respect for the environment. The result of the From Farm to Fork strategy is the guarantee that you will enjoy safe, high-quality pork every time you choose to buy Spanish or Portuguese pork.

    After the campaign introduction and welcome remarks, the MC introduced the rest of speakers, including Four Seasons Head Chef Locus Hou, who performed the cooking demonstration,  Chef Hu Han, who explained the different cuts and cooking methods, and ham carver Zhang Qiuxu, performing a ham carving demonstration and explaining the origins and techniques for correct ham carving.

    Zhang Qiuxu performing a ham carving demonstration

    Professional ham carver Zhang Qiuxu introduced the cured ham products of Spain and Portugal.

    The process of ham carving with a knife requires time, dedication and skill. It is very important to be precise about the thinness and size of the slices in order to achieve the best texture and flavour for this highly-valued delicacy.

    This is an ancient tradition, as knife-cut ham influences and contributes to the tasting experience.

    He explained key aspects to take into account when ham carving, including the different knives, correct ham preservation, lighting and temperature.

    After the ham carving demonstration, the MC gave way to the cooking demo, which was performed by Locus Hou, Chef of the Four Seasons hotel, and explained by Chef Hu Han, who reviewed the cuts used, the best cooking method for each cut, and the key merits of EU pork.

    Chefs performing the cooking demonstration

    While Executive Chef Locus Hou performed the cooking demonstration of the four dishes, Chef Hu Han explained to the audience the uniqueness of EU pork, due to the From Farm to Fork strategy that is followed in the European Union.

    Key aspects introduced include safety, quality, animal welfare and sustainability.

    The EU standards determine strict principles for food production, starting from the animal feed and medication used up to the transportation, slaughtering, cutting, processing and packaging of the final product.

    Traceability, biosecurity, disease control  and feed safety are crucial aspects strictly followed to guarantee that EU pork is always safe and of the highest quality.

    Different participants from a variety of profiles enjoyed the demonstration and tasted the ham and delicious dishes prepared for the event. Continue reading to see the menu and wine pairing selected.

    Participants enjoyed four dishes of delicious EU pork

    The 50 event participants enjoyed four different dishes of EU pork, including pork loin, belly, shoulder and ribs, cooked in different methods and accompanied by specific side dishes that highlight the quality flavours of European pork.

    The wine pairing included one white wine and three red wines, all from Spain and Portugal. They were all hand picked by the Chief Sommelier, who chose them according to their organoleptic characteristics and the combination with the different pork dishes, so each cut and dish could be paired perfectly and the flavours and aromas of EU pork could be highlighted.

    Menu and wines included the following:

    • Pork loin carpaccio from Spain Baby carrot, microgreens, eggplant
      • Wine pairing: Wine Pairing: Terra Alta PDO, white wine from Spain
    • Crispy pork belly from Spain Red cabbage, hazelnut romesco
      • Wine Pairing: Vinos de Madrid PDO, red wine from Spain
    • Pan-fried pork shoulder from Spain Rutabaga puree, pepper, pearl barley
      • Wine Pairing: Rioja PDO, red wine from Spain
    • Roasted pork ribs from Spain Pickled grapes, microgreens
      • Wine Pairing: Douro PDO, red wine from Portugal

    Go to the news and activities section in our website if you want to learn about other events celebrated within the From Farm to Fork campaign, and don’t forget to follow our social media accounts if you do not want to miss any future events!

    Check out some event pictures!

    Tags: ham carving, Enjoy European Pork, Tianjin, Events, tasting, EU pork

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