ORLANDO, Fla., April 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first
time ever, Hard Rock Cafe gives guests a backstage pass to sample
Local Legendary™ Burger offerings, showcasing the flavor and
ingredients at Hard Rock locations across the globe as part of its
new World Burger Tour menu. These unique burger "acts" from five
continents will take center stage at Hard Rock Cafes in
the United States beginning on
Friday, May 1 through Tuesday, June 30, 2015.
Hard Rock gives chefs at their cafes the freedom to create a
unique Local Legendary Burger that captures the local flavors of
their city and is only available at that cafe location…until
now! More than 150 local burgers were evaluated by Hard Rock's
culinary team, with fan favorites selected to star on a
limited-time World Burger Tour menu. From the Java Lava
Legendary Burger in Seattle to
the Schnitzel Legendary Burger in Germany, Hard Rock's Local Legendary Burgers
are packing their bags (or buns) and heading out to Hard Rock Cafes
across the country.
"As a global brand, Hard Rock understands the importance of
tailoring its menu and embracing the different taste profiles of
guests at each of our locations," said Michael Beacham, Senior Vice President and Chief
Operating Officer of Corporate Cafes for Hard Rock International.
"The World Burger Tour provides us with a new way to share a taste
of the Local Legendary experience with burger fans around the
world!"
Sizzling headliners featured as part of Hard Rock Cafe's World
Burger Tour menu include:
- Java Lava Burger – this American Legendary from
Seattle features a Certified Angus
Beef® patty grilled and dressed in a house-made espresso rub and
topped with lava sauce, crunchy java onions, bacon, melted
Tillamook Cheddar cheese and garnished with a fried jalapeno
- Haggis Burger – this Scottish Legendary features a
Certified Angus Beef patty topped with savory haggis, melted
Monterey Jack cheese, golden turnip frazzles and a whisky maple
glaze
- Schnitzel Burger – this German Legendary features two
stacks of tender pork schnitzel lightly breaded and made crispy to
order, topped with crunchy sauerkraut, spicy brown mustard and
savory bacon
- The Aussie Burger – this Australian Legendary features a
Certified Angus Beef patty topped with caramelized onions, a fried
egg, Cheddar cheese, crispy bacon and beetroot
- Marimba Burger – this Guatemalan Legendary features a
Certified Angus Beef patty topped with a chipotle and jalapeno
spiced layer of beans, fresh salsa, Monterey Jack cheese, Cheddar
cheese and crispy tortilla straws
- Banh Mi Burger – this
Vietnamese Legendary features a Certified Angus Beef patty topped
with house-made Vietnamese glaze, pickled vegetables and cucumbers
accompanied by a garnish of cilantro and green onions
- Sweet & Sour Burger – this Chinese Legendary
features a Certified Angus Beef patty topped with a fried onion
ring, bell peppers and grilled pineapple drizzled with house-made
sweet and sour sauce
- Tandoori Spiced Chicken Burger – this Indian
Legendary features a dark meat chicken patty seasoned with aromatic
spices and fresh herbs, topped with mint mayonnaise and served with
a side of cucumber
- Date Burger – this United Arab Emirates Legendary
features a Certified Angus Beef patty topped with rich date
chutney, diced fresh dates and a dollop of cream cheese
- The Bosphorus Burger – this Turkish Legendary features a
Certified Angus Beef patty topped with homemade eggplant salad,
fresh and flavorful haydari sauce and pickle slices
- Lancashire Hot Pot Burger – this English Legendary
features a juicy lamb burger broiled until tender and topped with
caramelized onions, crispy carrot frazzles and mint mayonnaise
- The Andean Burger – this Bolivian Legendary features a
Certified Angus Beef patty topped with tender avocado slices, a
fried egg, melted Cheddar cheese and garlic mayonnaise
- Chamorro Burger – this
Southern Pacific Legendary features a Certified Angus Beef patty
topped with house-made Chamorro glaze, chili paste and spicy Pepper
Jack cheese
- Mango Mahi Burger – this
Caribbean Legendary features blackened Mahi
Mahi topped with a Caribbean-style mango salsa and citrus
mayonnaise
- Cuban Burger – this American Legendary from Miami features a Certified Angus Beef patty
topped with marinated pulled pork, melted Swiss cheese and sweet
plantains
Local Legendary Burgers are served with lettuce, tomato and
paired with the ultimate sidekick – Hard Rock's Savory Artisan
french fries. Throughout the World Burger Tour, each french fry
selection is paired with a complementary signature dipping sauce.
Guests in select markets can choose from Hard Rock's classic
seasoned french fries or additional new offerings, including Chili
Seasoned Fries with Chipotle Garlic Ketchup, Parmesan Romano Fries
with Garlic Aioli and Herb and Garlic Fries with Chimichurri
Mayo*.
"Local chefs at Hard Rock Cafes take great pride in
conceptualizing and creating a Local Legendary Burger that
perfectly captures the culinary essence of their home city," said
Russell Booth, Executive Chef for
Hard Rock International. "I speak for each of them when I say
we're excited to take our Legends on the road this summer!"
Just like the artists whose memorabilia lines the walls at Hard
Rock locations worldwide, the burgers that Hard Rock Cafe serves
are nothing short of "Legendary." All Legendary Burgers feature the
highest quality meats, fresh ingredients, savory sauces and rich,
melted cheeses. Every half-pound Angus burger is made with Hard
Rock's proprietary blend of premium Certified Angus Beef.
As part of the World Burger Tour menu, Hard Rock Cafes will also
showcase the brand's world-famous cocktails, including:
- Mai Tai One On – a South
Pacific-inspired cocktail that features a refreshing blend of Mount
Gay Eclipse Rum, Cointreau® Orange Liqueur, Monin Orgeat, a splash
of lime and orange juice
- Pomegranate Mule – a mix of ABSOLUT® Vodka, Monin
Pomegranate and ginger beer make this summertime favorite from
Russia
- Mezcarita – this refreshing and smoky margarita, which
hails from Mexico, is a perfect
combination of Del Maguey Mezcal, Cointreau® Orange Liqueur,
Malibu® Coconut and fresh strawberries
- Pineapple Ginger Caipirinha – a Brazilian blend of Agua
Luca™ Cachaça and pineapple with the subtle hint of Domaine de
Canton Ginger Liqueur
- Maple Old Fashioned – a twist on a classic American
cocktail that features Maker's Mark® Bourbon, cherries, maple syrup
and orange juice garnished with a crisp bacon stir stick
World Burger Tour menus vary by location. Guests can stop by
Hard Rock Cafe to try out the latest items or visit
www.hardrock.com for more information.
About Hard Rock International
With a total of
199 venues in 63 countries, including 153 cafes, 21 hotels and 10
casinos, Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally
recognized companies. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's
greatest collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its
locations around the globe. Hard Rock is also known for its
collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, Hard Rock Live
performance venues and an award-winning website. HRI owns the
global trademark for all Hard Rock brands. The company owns,
operates and franchises Cafes in iconic cities including
London, New York, San
Francisco, Sydney and
Dubai. HRI also owns, licenses
and/or manages hotel/casino properties worldwide. Destinations
include the company's two most successful Hotel and Casino
properties in Tampa and
Hollywood, Fl., both owned and
operated by HRI parent company The Seminole Tribe of Florida, as well as other exciting locations
including Bali, Chicago, Cancun, Ibiza, Las
Vegas, Macau and
San Diego. Upcoming new Hard Rock
Cafe locations include San Juan,
Rio de Janeiro and Marrakech. New
Hard Rock Hotel projects include Daytona
Beach, Dubai, Los Cabos, Tenerife, Abu Dhabi, and Shenzhen and Haikou in China. For more information on Hard Rock
International, visit www.hardrock.com.
*Additional charge for Savory Artisan french fry pairings may
apply.
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