Mercato Unveils Fresh New Look with
Two New Eatery Spots
Left
to Right: Jodi Lok, Pierre Olivier-Deplanck (CEO of GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn
Bhd) and Saki Goh (Marketing Director of GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
The
European concept supermarket, Mercato
in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur has
recently refurbished their store to offer customers a new shopping experience
like no other. Sporting fresh new ambiance with appealing décor and wide
aisles, the transformed Mercato now
offers an even wider range of premium and international food selections.
Besides
the new transformation, Mercato has elevated its concept with two new eateries
– Oyster & Seafood Bar by Mercato
and Mercato Café. Members of the
media and bloggers along with distinguished guests were invited for a sneak
peek at the relaunch of Mercato in May.
The
event took off with a welcoming speech by Mr. Pierre Olivier-Deplanck, CEO of
GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., the parent company of Mercato.
“Mercato has always been known for our
extensive variety of quality products that are sourced from some of the best
producers both local and international. Nonetheless, to truly serve our
customers the best we can, we need to continuously innovate on our products and
services. By combining Malaysians’ discerning shopping habits with their love
of food and adventure, we can bring our customers’ experience to yet another
level.”
He
continued, “The evolved concept of the
all-new Mercato transforms the mere art of shopping for groceries into a whole
new experiential journey. Now, customers not only have the opportunity to
purchase premium and international products locally, but also relax and indulge
in our carefully crafted menu at our new eateries before, after or even as they
shop. At Mercato, there is something for everybody!”
To
elevate the shopping experience with Mercato, customers can also opt for the
complimentary delivery service when they spend RM200 or more, with delivery
within 10km radius of the store. Alternatively, Mercato also provide service to customers for assistance in carrying
their shopping to their cars.
There
was also a cooking demonstration by MasterChef Malaysia celebrity chef, Celina
Khor. Chef Khor showed how easy it was to whip up a scrumptious steak and
potato dinner completed with mushroom sauce using the store’s quality
ingredients.
It
was then a battle off with Chef Khor and Mr. Olivier-Deplanck on whose plating
was deemed the best for the steak. While Chef Khor went minimalist and classic
for her presentation, the CEO of Mercato took creative as inspiration with his
plate of steak that came with our twin tower representation on the plate using
asparagus.
Chef
Celina Khor and Pierre Olivier-Deplanck (CEO of GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd)
The
event than had a surprise with a flash mob dance routine that was then followed
by photo session with the Mercato
team and its distinguished guests.
Left
to Right: Saki Goh (Marketing Director of GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, Alice
Lau (Upscale Director of of GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd), Kung Suan Ai
(Marketing Director of KL Pavilion Sdn Bhd), Pierre Olivier-Deplanck (CEO of
GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd), Venice Min, Josh Kua and Chef Sherson Lian
Left
to Right: Hasvinraj Selvarajan, Roseta Mohd Jaafar and Joe Dybell
A
Mercato experiential food tour led
by Mr. Olivier-Deplanck had everyone experiencing first hand at the newly
furbished marketplace designed with luxury of space in mind. Mercato has also
increased their grocery food assortment from around the world by 35% to feature
new items that are not available by other mass commercial outlets. The tour
highlighted new ranges of food produce and offerings for locals and expats.
Highlights include a new Taste of Asia range with approximately 600 different
items from Asian countries, a Malaysia Delight range from confectionary
offerings to tourist favorites featuring famous landmarks of our country.
Fresh
produce increased by 20% to feature imported fresh fruits and vegetables from
Australia, Japan and USA. Customers can now savor Dorper Lamb and Wagyu beef
from Australia as part of the increased selection of locally and
internationally sourced meats and seafood. There is even a specialist butchery
service available.
Cheese
lovers prevail at Mercato with its
selections of over 100 types of cheese imported from around the globe. The
bakery is now filled with artisan bread, special cakes for birthdays and custom
creations for special occasions as well as a new Ready-to-Eat counter filled
with lots of freshly prepared food for takeaways.
A
Middle Eastern counter showcases a gorgeous selections of Middle Eastern
pastries, sweets and dates, guaranteed to satisfy any sweet-tooth foodies!
Mercato’s new Premium Wine Room stores First Growth
Wines range, featuring some of the finest wines from all over the world. A new
bar is available for wine tasting events on occasions. To enhance the media
tour that day, we were all treated to some of the finest from Campari Orange to
Sangre de Toro by Torres and G.H.Mumm Champagne.
The
tour had everyone visiting 16 sampling booths featuring local and international
products that is now readily available at Mercato.
Our
food tour ended at the Oyster &
Seafood Bar by Mercato and Mercato
Café where we catch first glimpse of the two new eateries that are bound to
be a foodie’s haunt. Mercato Café is one of the first café to feature three
Chocolate fountains as well as Pierre Ledent Maitre Chocolatier.
The
all-new Mercato is open from 10.00am
to 10.00pm from Monday to Sunday.
Mercato
Pavilion
Lot 1.01,Level 1,
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur,
No.168,Jalan Bukit
Bintang,
55100 Kuala Lumpur
TEL: 603-2143 0066
FAX: 603-2143 1166
Facebook: www.facebook.com/MercatoMalaysia/
Website: www.mercato.com.my
