Deadly Rabbits Concepts Expanding to Poland Warsaw in 2025: Celebrating With an Exclusive Modern Polish Pop-Up Dinner on 18 June 2025
- levina22
- Jul 3
- 5 min read
(Hong Kong, 2 June 2025) – Deadly Rabbits Concepts is thrilled to announce its expansion into Poland, with the launch of two exciting restaurants in Warsaw this year.
The first, the beloved Italian trattoria Ask for Alonzo, will find its home in the iconic Varso Tower—the tallest building in Poland and the European Union. Following closely, The Slavic Social is set to debut in Q3 2025 at the Hilton Warsaw on Grzybowska Street, just moments away from Varso Tower. Slavic Social, an innovative establishment, will focus on modern Polish cuisine and feature a cutting-edge cocktail bar that harmoniously blends Asian and Polish influences. The Slavic Social aims to transcend mere dining, aspiring to establish Warsaw as a vibrant cultural and business hub for the Slavic world.
This significant expansion is particularly poignant for Deadly Rabbits Concepts’ founder, Bart Szyniec, who was born and raised in Poland before forging a successful career in hospitality abroad. “Poland is where my story began, and Asia is where I found my calling,” says Szyniec. “These two places have shaped me personally and professionally, and I’ve always dreamed of bringing them together through something meaningful—connecting people through food, hospitality, and business.”
Poland has recently experienced a remarkable economic transformation, with its GDP per capita doubling over the past decade. This growth has positioned Warsaw as a dynamic centre for innovation and investment, igniting a cultural renaissance, particularly in its culinary scene. A new wave of talented Polish chefs, trained in Michelin-starred establishments worldwide, is returning to redefine the nation's gastronomic identity, reinvigorating Polish cuisine with fresh energy.
The Slavic Social Pop-up Dinner at Qué Pasa on 18 June 2025
To celebrate this exciting overseas expansion, Mariusz Ledwoch, Executive Chef of Deadly Rabbits Concepts Poland, will host a special pop-up dinner on Wednesday, 18 June 2025, at the group’s Tai Hang eatery, Qué Pasa. Chef Ledwoch, currently training in Hong Kong, is dedicated to bringing the authentic concepts of the group’s offerings back to Poland. This exclusive pop-up dinner offers a tantalising glimpse into the culinary vision of Modern Polish cuisine that Slavic Social in Warsaw will serve once the venue is ready at the end of this year.
Join renowned Chef Mariusz Ledwoch at Qué Pasa on Wednesday, 18 June 2025, from 6 pm onwards for an extraordinary pop-up dinner showcasing innovative Polish dishes that expertly meld traditional flavours with contemporary techniques. The special pop-up dinner includes a selection of cold and warm appetisers, along with a choice of refined main, and two desserts, for a spectacular price of HK$348 per person. The evening will be complemented by live entertainment, Polish traditional wax pouring for fortune-telling experiences, and a steak tartare station, offering guests a rich taste of Polish culture and cuisine all in one evening. Reservations are required due to limited seating available to the public.
Chef Ledwoch presents a reimagined classic Polish recipe that showcases the vibrant flavours of Poland's beloved seasonal ingredients, including a selection of game meats, taking guests on a culinary journey from the Baltic coast to the rugged mountains of the country.
Guests will start their experience with a generous selection of cold appetisers inspired by the zesty and fresh flavours of summer in Poland. This selection features Tenderloin Beef Tartare served on homemade potato bread, accompanied by house-cured pickles, mushroom aioli, confit duck egg yolk, and vinegar-marinated boletus mushrooms; Pickled Baby Pumpkin Tartare with crushed nuts in a peppery salted caramel sauce, roasted turnip, celery, and boletus mushrooms; Jellied Trout served alongside crispy cheese chips, horseradish mayonnaise, and pickled sweet pear; and Pickled Mackerel topped with herring caviar and sour cream, elegantly presented on crayfish butter toast.
For the warm appetisers, guests will enjoy Pheasant Dumplings with caramelised celeriac and nuts, garnished with plums and raspberries to offer a touch of sweetness that balances the savoury elements; Rabbit Roll with green peas and carrots, served in a refreshing thyme and plum sauce; and silky Flat Noodles in a clear Pheasant Broth, each dish promising to delight the palate.
For the main course, choose one from indulgent options such as Wild Boar Dumpling with savoury beef sauce, dark chocolate, Jerusalem artichoke chips, and walnuts in horseradish caramel; Roasted and fried Duck Breast with gratinated vegetables, caramelised apple, roasted potato and rosemary sauce in red wine; tender Venison Stew served with mushroom sauce, herb oil and caramelised shallots in freshly-baked potato bread; or Fish Trio with carp, trout and smoked eel served with parsley puree, brussels sprouts, and zesty dill sauce.
The experience concludes with decadent Sharing Desserts of Baked Apple Pie with Meringue; and Marmalade Doughnut with buttercream crumble. Conclude the evening by toasting with authentic Polish vodka, rounding off an alluring shared culture celebration journey.
All prices are subject to a 10% service charge.
The pop-up dinner will take place at Qué Pasa Tapas y Vino on G/F, 98 Tung Lo Wan Road, Tai Hang, Hong Kong; to secure your seats for the special pop-up dinner, please visit www.quepasatapas.com.
About Mariusz Ledwoch, Executive Chef of Deadly Rabbits Concepts Poland
Chef Mariusz Ledwoch, born and raised in Poland, brings over 20 years of culinary expertise, specialising in Central European, Mediterranean, and Italian cuisines. He began his career at 18, quickly rising from dishwasher to head chef at Bacio Italian Restaurant in Warsaw. After refining his skills through a prestigious culinary training programme in London, he made a significant impact in Warsaw's dining scene over the next 15 years, showcasing his versatility at notable establishments like ArtBistro Stalowa 52 and Endorfina Restaurant, where he led teams for large banquet events. In 2021, he ventured into South American cuisine at Baila Warsaw, and in 2025, he joined Deadly Rabbits Concepts in Poland as Executive Chef, where he bridges the culinary identities of Hong Kong and Poland by introducing Mediterranean-inspired, family-style Italian dishes at Ask for Alonzo, while also establishing the Slavic Social restaurant, which modernises traditional Polish recipes, ensuring cultural heritage remains vibrant. Chef Ledwoch's culinary philosophy emphasises the importance of staying true to culinary origins, enriching the dining experience.
About Deadly Rabbits Concepts
Founded in 2019, Deadly Rabbits Concepts, an innovative dining group renowned for its creativity in the Hong Kong dining scene, is known for offering top-notch yet wallet-friendly modern European cuisines.
The group's name draws its inspiration from the whimsical world of Monty Python, paired with the delightfully absurd sense of humour that permeates Poland, the homeland of Bart Szyniec, the founder of Deadly Rabbits Concepts, who believed that the F&B industry should embody fun and light-heartedness. This belief was creatively expressed through the group’s playful logo and unique name, signalling that they are always passionate about what they do.
This creative group is also the driving force behind several of the city’s beloved neighbourhood dining spots. Among their successful establishments is the modern Italian restaurant Ask for Alonzo, which has five bustling locations: Wan Chai, Quarry Bay, Tai Hang, Happy Valley, and Soho.
Adding to its impressive portfolio, Deadly Rabbits Concepts proudly expanded its diverse culinary portfolio in 2024 with the successful launch of two new dining experiences: À Poêle French Bistro, nestled in the heart of Quarry Bay, and Qué Pasa Spanish Tapas Y Vino, a lively Spanish tapas destination that has quickly become a favourite in the bustling Tai Hang neighborhood. These additions reinforce the group’s commitment to delivering approachable, comfort-driven dining that resonates with modern food enthusiasts, offering exceptional value in Hong Kong's dynamic and often price-sensitive dining landscape.
Media Note:
Please click on the below URL if you wish to read the full press release on Deadly Rabbits Concepts’ Expansion to Poland: https://www.presscentres.com/deadly-rabbits-concepts-expands-to-poland
The Slavic Social Pop-up Dinner by Polish Executive Chef Mariusz Ledwoch
Available on Wednesday, 18 June 2025, 6 pm onwards; the pop-up dinner will be held at Qué Pasa Tapas in Tai Hang
The Modern Polish pop-up dinner is priced at HK$348 per person, and includes a selection of cold and warm appetisers, a choice of main, and desserts
Address
Qué Pasa Tapas y Vino - G/F, 98 Tung Lo Wan Road, Tai Hang, Hong Kong
Reservations
@quepasahk
Seating
Indoor dining room to cater to 70 seated guests
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