Uncovering the Essence of New York

Polly Logan and Joan Roca explored the wide variety of architecture, fashion, art, music and cultures that New York has to offer. It is a city that exudes creativity in all shapes and sizes.

From artwork popping up in hidden corners of the city, to the unmistakable Broadway buzz and extraordinary street musicians at every turn, this depth and richness is mirrored in the city’s culinary scene.

Perusing the menu of almost any eatery in New York is a masterclass in irrepressible creativity. From street food stalls to top-rated restaurants, the city’s chefs express a deep love for the ingredients and classic dishes that form part of the city’s culinary psyche. The need to stand out and be unique is often wisely combined with the city’s roots and sense of belonging.

When crafting their unique Distil Your World New York menu, the Roca brothers were inspired by the city's dynamic street food scene, and New York's myriad of delis and classic diners. They met with different people across spheres of fashion, art and music that enriched and inspired their perspective of this colourful metropolis. It is this richness and passion experienced by Joan Roca in New York that inspired their exclusive collection of gastronomic creations.

They created a series of dishes, each inspired by a feeling, experience or historic reference to this iconic city. From paying homage to some of New York’s culinary inventions, such as the hybrid pastry cronut, to the feeling you get during an early morning stroll in the rain, with the sun rising behind the clouds over Manhattan – these dishes capture New York in all its beautiful complexity.