The Luk Foo Palace, famous for its authentic Cantonese cuisine, officially opened at the Acacia Hotel compound at the Reclamation Area in Bacolod City on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14.
“Luk Foo Palace is, and has always been synonymous with authentic Cantonese cuisine, rich in tradition and culinary excellence”, John Alonte, BREDCO president, said.
Alonte, in his speech at the opening of the restaurant, said he was speaking in behalf of Lucio Co, BREDCO and Acacia Hotel Bacolod’s principal owner, and his minority partners Willy Au and himself.
He said the Luk Foo Palace cuisine at its Bacolod branch was expertly crafted and overseen by Jimmy Chon, head executive chef from Hong Kong.
Among the guests at the grand opening were Negros Occidental Vice Governor Jeffrey Ferrer, Bacolod Rep. Greg Gasataya , Vice Mayor El Cid Familiaran and the city councilors.*