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Autumn has finally arrived in Hong Kong, and the weather is no longer unbearably hot. Aside from being able to hit up hiking trails without being under the beating sun, the cooler weather also means that you can dine outdoors comfortably without breaking a sweat. Whether you’re looking for terraces and rooftops with magnificent harbour views or secluded spaces with lush surroundings, here are the best restaurants to enjoy outdoor dining in the city. RECOMMENDED: Get ready for the holidays with our roundup of where to enjoy Christmas lunch and dinners in Hong Kong.

While most people associate Causeway Bay with its world-class shopping malls, this neighbourhood also boasts a handful of cafes and coffee shops that are worth a visit to recharge your battery after a long day of shopping. From casual spots for coffee on the go to coffee specialist stores, here are our top picks of what Causeway Bay has to offer. RECOMMENDED: Want to go cafe hopping in a particular neighbourhood? Take a look at our ultimate guide to Hong Kong’s cafes and coffee shops to brush up on the best coffee spots in your area.

Over the years, Sai Ying Pun has become home to some of Hong Kong’s coolest spots, such as hip cafés and art galleries. But what really stands out is the diverse range of restaurants that you can find within the neighbourhood. We’ve compiled a list of the best places to grab a bite in Sai Ying Pun, so if you’re ever in the area and hunger pangs strike, you’ll know all the best places to go!RECOMMENDED: While you're in the area, check out some of Sai Ying Pun's best cafes.

If you're looking for the latest foodie happenings to end the season, we have the scoop on the latest F&B news in the city. From new menus and exciting events, keep reading to discover some tasty happenings around the city. Save this page for more updates! We'll keep adding the latest news as soon as we hear it! RECOMMENDED: Make your weekend extra special by booking a table at one of the best brunches in Hong Kong!

If you want to get ahead of the crowd to secure a table for your festive feasts, we’ve got you covered. From beloved classics like roast meats and turkey with all the trimmings to the not so traditional, here’s where to have Christmas lunch and dinner in Hong Kong.RECOMMENDED: If you've yet to stock up on tinsel and baubles, we've rounded up the best places to buy Christmas decorations in Hong Kong!

Hongkongers love hotpot. Whether it's a festive celebration, family gathering, or dinner with friends, or you just need something to keep you warm, especially on rainy days – there's always an excuse for it. Perhaps that's why the city is filled with all kinds of unique hotpot venues – from retro-themed places inspired by old Hong Kong to Taiwanese restaurants known for their painfully delicious spicy broths. Keep reading to see our pick of the best hotpot restaurants in town. RECOMMENDED: Find out which spots in town made it onto our top 50 best restaurants in Hong Kong.

Due to its diverse range of regional specialties, Chinese cuisine has always been a popular choice for foodies. In particular, Sichuan food is a top pick for those who can brave the heat and tongue-tingling sensations of mala spice. Sound like something up your street? These are some of the best Sichuan restaurants in Hong Kong that’ll make you work up a sweat with their dishes. RECOMMENDED: In the mood for another cuisine instead? Visit our picks of the best Japanese restaurants in Hong Kong!

Hong Kong has plenty to be boastful about when it comes to world-class bars. Over the years that we were shut down from the rest of the world, our bar industry continued to flourish adding many venues to the city's list of watering holes. So, we've got you covered if you're looking for new drinking joints. Whether you're searching for a trendy hangout, a multi-venue space that offers diverse experiences in one location, or something entirely different, we've got you covered. Explore the list below for thrilling new additions to enhance your bar-hopping adventures. We will continue to update this list so you can keep tabs on new openings throughout the year, so bookmark this page!  RECOMMENDED: But first, eat before you drink! If you're looking for new bites in the city, here's a list of new restaurants to try.

After three long years, Clockenflap is finally returning and is set to take place from March 3 to 5. The music festival returns with a world-class experience that music lovers in the city will relish in. While you can wander around and explore everything that the festival has to offer when you arrive, we’ve gathered all the information you need to know prior to entering, so you can experience the festival at its best. Recommended: See if your favourite artists made it onto Clockenflap’s final lineup of artists. 

Vinyl has been enjoying a resurgence for quite some time now, with seemingly everyone and his dog now owning a record player. Big record chains in cities across the globe are now dedicating an ever-growing area to what enthusiasts call 'black gold'. Here in Hong Kong, we have a fine selection of places where wax heads – and those who are new to the world of vinyl – can experience records, whether buying or just listening to their characteristically warm, rich sound through high-end sound systems. Whether planning to go digging in the crates or just looking for some artsy inspiration, here are some of our city's very best record stores. RECOMMENDED: Relax at one of Hong Kong's best jazz venues.

Ask a dozen Hongkongers where to get the best dim sum in Hong Kong and you’ll likely get a dozen different answers. Dim sum is a huge part of Hong Kong's unique heritage and cultural identity and therefore, also a big part of our diet. There’s everything from white tablecloth establishments housed inside luxury hotels to neighbourhood gems that are still rough-around-the-edges, but almost equal in quality. Ahead is a list of the very best dim sum restaurants in Hong Kong. The settings may vary, but just about everything they serve is highly recommended. RECOMMENDED: Want more local fare? Here are our top picks for the best milk teas in Hong Kong.

It's not hard to find a great cup of coffee in Hong Kong – what with there being so many cafes and coffee shops in the city – but finding somewhere that offers great java along with some peace and quiet is a whole other story. So, to help you find the perfect hideout and get away from the city, here are some of our favourite hidden cafes and coffee shops that are worth exploring. RECOMMENDED: Discover the best java with our ultimate guide to the best cafes and coffee shops in Hong Kong.

If you’ve ever been on Peel Street, chances are you’ve most likely passed by Chôm Chôm. Like most venues on this dynamic street, you’ll most likely find a crowd of people at Chôm Chôm spilt out onto the pavement as they sip on cocktails and Vietnamese beer. This resto-bar has been an integral part of Soho’s bustling neighbourhood since 2013, but briefly closed its doors during the summer. After their short break, the Vietnamese eatery is back and ready to host diners and drinkers alike. Previous patrons of Chôm Chôm are familiar with the outdoor seating area, where you’ll find drink crates turned into makeshift stools and tables, as well as plastic chairs that would fill up their front entrance. While it isn’t the most glamorous seating arrangement, it added to Chôm Chôm’s character and paid homage to casual streetside eateries that you would see in Vietnam. Following their summer break, the restaurant has renovated its outdoor space to have two large benches built into the front entrance, but we suspect Chôm Chôm will bust out the plastic chairs once again when the time comes. Chôm Chôm doesn’t offer reservations, so be sure to arrive early, as this spot fills up quickly. Despite visiting on a busy Thursday evening, we were able to grab our seats right by the bar, which provided us with a clear view of Chôm Chôm’s kitchen. Chôm Chôm’s atmosphere was lively and full of energy, but the raucousness made it difficult to have a conversation at a normal volume. Nevertheless, the s

位於卑利街的 Chom Chom 自2013年開業以來，一直是蘇豪區的人氣越南餐廳，門外經常三五成群，一邊聊天，一邊呷着雞尾酒或越南啤酒。Chom Chom 於今年夏天短暫休業後重開，保留了大家熟悉的戶外雅座，門外原有的汽水箱換成流動桌椅及放滿膠椅，實而不華，充滿 Chom Chom 特色。 Chom Chom 不設訂座服務，為免排長龍，務必要早點到訪。星期四的晚上繁忙時段，我們被安排在吧枱座位，清楚看到開房式廚房的情況。儘管 Chom Chom 的氣氛熱鬧而充滿活力，但嘈吵的環境令人難以交談。慶幸店員和的主廚 Logan Hester 很貼心地為我們講解每一道菜，並不時留意着我們的用餐進度。 餐牌上的菜式簡而精，靈感來自越南街頭小食。我們先點了 Pho Roll ($118)，米紙卷包裹着牛柳和花生，面頭綴以香葱和甜魚露。接着，我們試了 La Lot Tartare ($118)， 和牛他他拌入花生、菠蘿和沙葛，置於檳榔葉上。和牛他他軟嫩可口，糅合菠蘿的果酸和檳榔葉的辛香，平衡了整體味道。Hamachi and Pomelo Salad ($168) 油甘魚刺身配柚子及脆米片享用，淋上越南辣椒油和甜魚露，增添了清新氣息。 熱食方面， 我們決定試試 Ca Ri Fried Chicken（$138 ），選用三黃雞的雞上髀，沾上咖喱和香料，炸至金黃脆皮﹐綴以青檸檸葉絲和酸辣醬。雞肉嫩滑多汁，美中不足是部分調味有些不均，時鹹時淡。 Charcoal Grilled Sriracha Corn（$88）炭燒粟米燒得焦香惹味，配蝦乾和是拉差醬更有風味。最後我們還點了 Lac Canh Tenderloin （$228），牛柳調味後伴隨香蕉葉和洋葱用極高溫僅烤製30秒，保留了牛肉的原汁原味，蘸上酸辣醬享用。 沒有美酒又怎稱得上為完美的餐廳酒吧？Chom Chom 以提供正宗的越南啤酒而自豪，如從越南西貢直接入口啤酒或搜羅當地啤酒廠為餐廳自家釀製啤酒；不過我們還是想試試他們的雞尾酒。 Kaffir Lime Margarita（$88)，味道就如一般的 Margarita，驚喜欠奉；相反 Pho-jito（$88)加入了羅勒和辣椒，帶鹹味和辛辣味，非常清爽，跟這晚菜式相配。 整體而言，Chom Chom 不單環境輕鬆，食物水準也不錯。不論是想以美食揭開精彩夜幕或來點輕食結束漫長的一天，這裏都是不二之選。即使你是獨自來用餐，其充滿活力的熱鬧氛圍也不會令你感到太孤單。  有闗評分準則

Rootdown is the newest addition to Sai Ying Pun's cafe-filled neighbourhood. Located just a few stops away from Sai Ying Pun's MTR Exit B3, this all-new cafe is nestled within the colourful walls of ArtLane and stands out with its unique exterior. Unlike other cafes in the area, Rootdown's venue has large wooden panels that are lined up to allow sunlight and wind into the cafe, while keeping the cafe semi-closed off from the street. Inside the cafe's venue, you'll find a few wooden tables and chairs, as well as a sleek metallic cafe-bar where their beverages are made. Rootdown's food offerings span from pastries such as croissants or toasted milk bread with maple brown butter (both $35), to savoury bites like nori chips or loaded potato skins topped with sour cream and pancetta (both $50). Additionally, the menu also provides a range of sandwich options such as grilled cheese ($70), as well as salami and pepperoni ($90). Regardless if you have a vegetarian diet or not, the 'shroom sandwich ($90) should not be overlooked. Containing three different types of mushrooms – maitake, shiitake chips, and a mushroom pate spread – along with arugula and pickled onions between crispy focaccia bread; this sandwich is packed full of flavour and umami. When it comes to beverages Rootdown serves up of plenty of coffee options, smoothies, and blended lattes. But if you care for some tipple, the bar also offers whisky or tequila highballs, wines; and even some of their own cocktails. 

Over the years, Kennedy Town has undergone a transformation evolving from a sleepy town into one of Hong Kong’s trendiest neighbourhoods full of casual eateries and restobars. Adding to the array of drinking establishments in this waterfront town is Blotto, a laid-back drinking den that prides itself on making sure you have a good time while drinking to your heart’s (and liver’s) content. The bar’s name was inspired from a 15th century term that means ‘to be extremely drunk’ - now, you’ll know what to expect when you swing by. The philosophy of Blotto is simple: ‘if it ain’t fun, don’t do it’, and the bar certainly follows that motto with gusto.  Blotto exudes a no-fuss, unpretentious divey vibe. It is simple yet honest, inviting you to unwind and have a great time. The bar's signage, painted in bold grey letters, almost gives the impression that the painter made an amusing mistake on the letters. Inside, the bar's interior is adorned with colourful metal stools and steel drum chairs. The walls are a cheerful mix of yellow, pink, and blue, decorated with cheeky murals portraying animals joyfully sharing pints or raising wine glasses. It's the kind of joint where you can kick back and gleefully gulp down a few libations without feeling like you're under a microscope. They also offer a modest collection of card and board games to keep you and your friends entertained throughout the night. The brainchild behind the bar is local mixologist Austen Lendrum, who is also the co-found

If you’ve recently walked past Linva Tailor on Cochrane Street, you may have noticed a new dining addition opposite the cheongsam tailoring shop. Indonesian Restaurant 1968 may seem unassuming at first glance, but little do people know, this restaurant has an extensive history and is one of the longest-standing Indonesian restaurants in the city. Their first restaurant originally opened on Yun Ping Road in Causeway Bay in 1968, and has moved across several locations in the CWB district and Central over the years, before finally settling down underneath the Mid-Levels Escalator this August. Indonesian Restaurant 1968 is owned and run by Hudson Chang, the grandson of the original proprietor, and he continues to carry out the legacy of his family. We arrived at the restaurant on a bustling Friday evening, but fortunately, we managed to secure a table without much delay. Stepping inside, diners are instantly greeted by the homely and rustic atmosphere that Indonesian Restaurant 1968 prides itself on. The decor showcases wooden tables, cosy booth seats, rattan chairs, and menus resembling a newspaper. Since the restaurant was packed, we were only able to get a seat at the bar table in the basement level, where the ceiling was noticeably low. Our dining experience was slightly hindered by a boisterous group of diners seated nearby. The low ceilings created a rather echoey environment, which made it challenging to maintain a conversation at a normal volume.The restaurant’s menu feat

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Time Out Hong Kong (@timeouthk) Renowned Japanese chef Shinji Kanesaka is bringing his two Michelin-starred Ginza Sushi Kanesaka to Hong Kong for the first time with the brand new opening of Kanesaka Hong Kong. Helmed by chef Seiji Taniguchi who was formerly at Sushi Kanesaka’s Tokyo Palace Hotel branch, this Japanese restaurant intimately seats up to 20 guests at a time and serves up authentic Edomae-style sushi to Hong Kong’s diners. Customers can choose from menu options such as a lunch nigiri set, a lunch omakase, or an exquisite dinner omakase – all of which will showcase the chefs’ expertise in sushi craftsmanship. Highlights of Kanesaka include dishes such as chef’s signature maki roll with akami, chutoro, and otoro; horse mackerel nigiri; monkfish liver; and Bafun sea urchin maki.

如果最近路經閣麟街年華旗袍，你會發現對面開了一家新餐廳 ── 印尼餐廳1968，嚴格來說不算「新」，而是一間開業逾半世紀的老字號。印尼餐廳第一間店始於1968 在銅鑼灣恩平道開業，先後在銅鑼灣區和中環的多個地點開分店，今年八月重新落戶中環自動扶梯下，繼續由老店第三代老闆蔣翹帆（Hudson）主理，延續家族歷史悠久的印尼菜。 我們在熱鬧的星期五晚光顧，幸運地很快便有位。甫進店，立刻就會感受到溫馨質樸的氛圍：木桌、舒適的卡座、藤椅和儼如報紙的菜單，好有家的感覺。餐廳擠滿了人，我們被安排到下層吧枱入座，由於樓底較矮，周遭環境顯得更嘈吵，附近有一枱喧嘩的客人稍微影響了我們的用餐體驗。 菜單包羅各種印尼經典菜餚，如果你對印尼菜式不熟悉，可試試有星號標記的推介美食。 此外，他們還提供 Rijsttafel 品嚐餐單，「Rijsttafel」意思是「飯桌」， 小盤子裏放滿了印尼美食，你可盡情享用精選的開胃菜和主菜，搭配三種不同米飯。 我們先點加多加多（$98），清新沙律帶有微妙的辣味和的花生香氣，配上一堆蝦片，令味道更有層次。接下來，再試烤雞肉串（$68），雞肉燒得焦香之餘也保留了肉汁，蘸上濃厚的沙爹醬，令人無法抗拒。 至於主菜巴東牛肉（$118）雖然醬汁充滿香茅等香料的味道，但肉塊的脂肪比例很少，肉質比較粗硬，也不夠入味。我們還試了印尼炸雞（$148），雞肉醃得入味，香料芳香濃郁，可惜脆皮外層沒想像中香脆。幸好炸雞配上自家製參巴醬，由以辣椒、生薑、香茅和蒜頭製成的醬料，增添了微妙的辛辣味，又不會搶去雞肉的味道，加分！沒吃過印尼炒飯（$98） 又怎算來過印尼餐廳？這裏的印尼炒飯加入了甜醬油翻炒，美味可口，總算沒讓我們失望。 最後，我們點了兩款甜品愉快作結。斑蘭味蛋糕卷（$38）和咖啡味芝士餅（$ 48）。前者又鬆又軟，後者如果可先解凍享用味道更佳。 這麼豐富的一餐，埋單也不過$700，對於在中環商業區來說，可謂經濟實惠。整體來說，印尼餐廳1968提供一個簡單舒適的用餐體驗，為多姿多彩的中環美食增添一個不錯的選擇，即使開懷地吃也不易超出預算。

While Jardine's Cresent in Causeway Bay may seem like a like a standard street market full of stalls selling all sorts of knick knacks and home appliances, it's also home to Liao Za Lie, a casual restaurant that specialises in Shaanxi-style cusine. Diners can expect to find a wide variety of delightful appetisers such as rou jia mo – a crisp, flaky pancake stuffed with fillings such as minced pork or potatoes and onions; firey stir-fried dishes, and sharing dishes such as Sichuan fish with pickled mustard, or wide biangbiang noodles tossed generously in chilli and garlic that can be customised to your spice tolerance. 

嘹咋咧是陝西語，為特别好、很爽的意思。小店主打地道西安菜，推介肉夾饃、羊棒骨、酸菜魚等，還有陝西關名物油撥扯麵，一碗就只得一條長長麵條，麵寬而厚，可選大中小辣撈埋蒜茸、葱花享用，惹味非常。  

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Time Out Hong Kong (@timeouthk) Pop Maze is the newest addition to Kennedy Town's ever-growing list of Instagrammable cafes. As soon as you step into their venue, you'll be welcomed by trending hip-hop tunes playing softly in the background, as well as colourful decor that ranges from plush chairs to Instagrammable graffiti art. When it comes to their food, Pop Maze offers cafe classics like all-day breakfast fry-ups, pasta dishes, and snacks such as deep-fried wings and fries. However, what does set Pop Maze apart from other cafes in Kennedy Town are their savory stuffed croissants and sweet croffles. I tried out the smoked salmon egg benedict croissant ($108), which was generously topped with a slightly lemon flavoured Hollandaise sauce, and came with a salad lightly dressed in balsamic vinegar. The poached eggs were runny in the centre, which made the Hollandaise sauce slightly rich; but the acidity of the balsamic salad dressing helped to cut through those rich flavours. While Pop Maze offers your standard coffee and teas, highlights of their drink menu include the Nutella Special ($78), an indulgent chocolate and Nutella flavoured milkshake topped with a generous mound of whipped cream and a Kinder Bueno bar; and the Blue Earl Grey tea soda ($58), which has two distinct layers of Earl Grey and butterfly pea tea, making for a new and refreshing take on a classic iced tea.

This dai pai dong has been operating in Wo Che since 1982, but relocated to Shek Mun in 2018 to an all indoor and air-conditioned venue. Chan Kun Kee serves up a large variety of beloved dai pai dong dishes like roast pigeon, deep-fried oyster cakes, salt and pepper squid, and many more. Be sure to also try out some of Chan Kun Kee's signature dishes, which include hand-shredded chicken tossed in wasabi, clams in tom yum goong broth, and steamed prawns piled high with minced garlic. 

40年老字號陳根記，早年札根禾輋冬菇亭，主打鑊氣小炒及廣東粉麵。2018年陳根記搬到石門，由大牌檔變成室內冷氣食堂，地方更乾淨。招牌菜依舊有芝士粟米斑塊、黃金豆腐、Wasabi手撕雞、椒鹽九肚魚等。  

The seventh edition of The Best Chef Awards has been released. The prestigious event took place in Yucatan on November 20, with the results being simultaneously announced on a YouTube live-stream. The esteemed list recognised 100 chefs from all over the globe, providing them with a platform to showcase their talent and highlight their culinary contributions to their respective countries.  Photograph: Courtesy VEA This year, Dabiz Muñoz from Spain’s avant-garde fine dining restaurant DiverXO secured the top position on the list. Other notable mentions on the list included Albert Adrià from Spain’s Engima (#2), Ana Roš from Slovenia’s Hiša Franko (#3), and René Redzepi from Japan’s Noma Kyoto (#4). Additionally, The Best Chef 2023 list also recognised chefs from neighbouring Asian cities such as Hiroyasu Kawate from Japan’s Florilège (#69), Mingoo Kang from South Korea’s Mingles (#80), and Supaksorn ‘Ice’ Jongsiri from Thailand’s Sorn (#97). Photograph: Courtesy Tate Dining Room Several outstanding chefs from Hong Kong also made appearances on the global list, with upscale Cantonese restaurant The Chairman’s Danny Yip (#16), East-meets-West Vea’s Vicky Cheng (#35), Japanese-influenced Latin-American restaurant Ando’s Agustin Balbi (#46); as well as French-Chinese fine dining destinations Tate Dining Room and Mora’s Vicky Lau (#53).The comprehensive Top Chef list was compiled from a shortlist of 200 nominees, consisting of the top 100 chefs from the previous year who are au

The fifth edition of Top 500 Bars has been released. The rankings were announced at a live event in Paris on November 12, and named bars from over 122 cities in 53 different countries. This year, Sydney-based Maybe Sammy took the top spot on the list and snatched the crown from Barcelona’s Paradiso, which is now in third place. Other notable mentions within the top 100 include New York’s Double Chicken Please at number 2, Barcelona bar Sips (#1 on World’s 50 Best Bars 2023) at number 6, and Singapore’s Jigger & Pony at number 5.  Photograph: Courtesy Penicillin Hong Kong listed 11 bars on the global list, including Oaxacan-inspired bar Coa – (#1 Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023) – at number 23. Other bars include Penicillin (#42), Darkside (#69), The Aubrey (#90), Argo (#105), The Pontiac (#112), Quinary (#144), Mostly Harmless (#191), Tell Camellia (#246), Mizunara: The Library (#299), and The Old Man (#371). Photograph: Courtesy The Aubrey The comprehensive Top 500 list was compiled using AI, which gathered information from over 2,000 sources. These sources include reviews and rankings in over 20 languages contributed by industry experts, journalists, and influencers. Find the complete list of bars below:1 Maybe Sammy (Sydney, Australia)2 Double Chicken Please (New York, United States)3 Paradiso (Barcelona, Spain)4. Little Red Door (Paris, France)5. Jigger and Pony (Singapore City, Singapore)6. Sips (Barcelona, Spain)7. Connaught Bar (London, United Kingdom)8. Hanky Panky (Mex

This November, Shake Shack is taking their popular seasonal truffle menu to the next level by using white truffles. The limited-time menu will feature the coveted ingredient in a rich truffle-oil infused sauce, which is sure to be packed with flavour.  As a follow-up to Shake Shack’s popular black truffle burger from previous years, the new white truffle burger ($78/single, $101/double) will consist of all-natural Angus beef patties topped with melted Emmental cheese, a rich white truffle sauce, and crispy onions; all sandwiched between fluffy potato buns. Photograph: Courtesy Shake Shack Vegetarian customers can also opt for the white truffle ‘shroom burger ($84), which has a deep-fried portobello mushroom stuffed with muenster and cheddar cheese on top of shredded lettuce also covered in the white truffle sauce. Add onto your meal by opting for a side of crinkle-cut fries ($50), topped with shredded Parmesan cheese and white truffle sauce. The indulgent winter treats will be available at all Shake Shack locations across Hong Kong and on the mobile ordering platform from November 14 until January 14. Recommended stories:100 Hong Kong cha chaan tengs give away 10,000 cups of free milk tea Godiva launches a buy-one-get-one deal for ice cream and chocolates Break a sweat with Aqua Fitness at Water World Ocean Park Hong Kong Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, or subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news and updates on what's happening in the city. 

K-pop girl group NewJeans have sent fans all over the world into a frenzy after releasing their eponymous McDonald’s meal. While the star of the K-pop girl group menu is the all-new McCrispy Classic chicken burger, McDonald’s is now adding a new item to the collaborative menu – the Sweet n’ Spicy crispy thighs. The fast food chain has taken their crispy chicken thighs and coated them in a Korean-style sweet and spicy sauce made with chillies, onions, and garlic. Photograph: Time Out Hong Kong Similarly to the launch of the McCrispy Chicken burger, McDonald’s will be offering this new menu item along with medium-sized fries and your drink of choice as an extra value meal for only $39 (for a limited time period). Additionally, you can enjoy one or two pieces of the fried chicken à la carte, or go all out and opt for the six-piece sharing bucket – available in the Korean sweet n’ spicy sauce, or a combination of original as well as honey barbecue. In addition to the launch of the fried chicken, McDonald’s has announced that they will be launching an mobile app-exclusive offer on November 6 from 2pm onwards. Customers who order in-app from 10 designated McDonald’s locations (Admiralty Centre in Admiralty, Yee Wo Street in Causeway Bay, Cityplaza in Tai Koo, MPM Plaza in Mong Kok, Festival Walk in Kowloon Tong, Telford Plaza in Kowloon Bay, Yoho Mall in Yuen Long, New Town Plaza in Sha Tin, The Wai in Tai Wai, and Citygate Outlets in Tung Chung) will have the opportunity to rede

This year, HK Express celebrates their 10th anniversary of operations. To mark the milestone anniversary, the airline has released a three-day exclusive sale period, where customers can grab flight tickets for as cheap as $10 only! While the anniversary sale has already commenced, HK Express’ giveaway will end at 11.59pm on October 30, meaning you’ve still got a chance to get your hands on those cheap tickets. Customers can fly to destinations such as Okinawa, Taipei, Nha Trang, Hanoi, and Manila for as little as $10, and will also be able to enjoy a limited-time $80 discount on 20kg baggage fees. Tickets from HK Express’ anniversary sale will be applicable for use from November 10 to June 30, 2024. Sales for the last round of discounted tickets begins on October 30 at 10am and finishes by 11.59pm. Grab your tickets from HK Express’ website before they’re all gone! RECOMMENDED:The NewJeans Mcdonald's meal is finally available in Hong KongSnickers is giving away over 6,000 chocolate bars and freebies this weekRichard Ekkebus' Freshly Baked pop-up returns to Landmark Atrium  Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, or subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news and updates on what's happening in the city. 

The 15th edition of the World's 50 Best Bars has finally been announced. The event was held in Asia for the first time in Singapore on October 17 and was live-streamed on Facebook and YouTube simultaneously. Encompassing 34 different cities worldwide, the 1 to 50 list welcomed 11 new entries from around the world, including two bars in Australasia, 10 bars in Asia, two bars in the Middle East and Africa, nine bars in North America, five bars in South America, as well as 22 bars in Europe. Photograph: Courtesy The World's 50 Best Bars 2023| Debbie Y. For this year's rankings, Barcelona’s Paradiso lost their crown to fellow Barcelona bar, Sips. As for Hong Kong, Oaxacan-inspired bar Coa – which recently reclaimed its spot as the reigning bar in Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023 – came in at Number 20 on the global list, while Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong's Argo secured their position at Number 34. Bangkok's BKK Social Club clinched their title as the Best Bar in Asia at Number 13, Singapore's Jigger & Pony - runner up of this year Asia's 50 Best Bars 2023 – landed on Number 14, Seoul-based Zest placed Number 17 on the list, and Tokyo's The SG Club resulted in Number 36.Special awards were also announced during the ceremony. GN Chan from New York-based Double Chicken Please earned the Altos Bartenders’ Bartender Award, while Rentato ‘Tato’ Giovannoni was awarded as the Roku Industry Icon. Röda Huset from Stockholm took home the Ketel One Sustainable Bar accolade, and Zest from Seoul wa

Chef Manav Tuli – formerly of Rosewood Hong Kong’s Michelin-starred Chaat – has collaborated with Jia Group (proprietor of venues such as Duddell’s and Estro) and will be opening Leela, a modern Indian restaurant set to open in November. The highly anticipated restaurant will offer a unique and playful approach to Indian cuisine, and will be located in Causeway Bay’s Lee Gardens Three.Chef Tuli’s solo venture is inspired by the Hindu concept of ‘leela’ (also spelled ‘lila’), which represents the divine play of the gods, where the gods engage in playful and mischievous activities with his friends as expressions of divine joy and playfulness.. The restaurant fuses this playful energy with Indian fare, bridging the gap between tradition and innovation.Expect to embark on a culinary journey throughout India’s most influential empires, with a particular focus on the Mauryan Empire dating back to 300 BC. “At Leela, we aim to celebrate the cleaner and delicate aspects of Indian cuisine by selecting dishes from the royal kitchens of specific regions in India”, says chef Tuli. Photograph: Courtesy Nicholas Wong/JIA Group ”We love to celebrate the natural evolution of a dish that has taken many centuries to be formulated to what we see now,” Tuli shares. “We would love to share those stories associated with each dish at Leela,” he adds. The new establishment will utilise the finest local produce and ingredients sourced from Prime Organic Limited, Farmhouse Productions, Hong Kong Aqua

Despite being a small city, Hong Kong is packed to the brim with endless food options on every corner. From roadside street food stalls and dim sum eateries to upscale Michelin-starred restaurants, our city is never short of irresistible fare that keeps locals and tourists alike coming back for more. But how does Hong Kong compare to the rest of the world?  New research from online gaming site Spin Genie looked at several popular cities around the world and compared the number of posts uploaded onto Instagram to discover the city’s dining destinations. After compiling the top 10 cities, Hong Kong emerged as the fifth most Instagrammed foodie hotspot in the world. If you check the hashtag #HongKongfoodie on Instagram today, you'll find a total of 622K posts, and this number is likely rising by the minute as people enjoy their meals and share their experiences on IG while we write this story.  Melbourne clinched the top position on the list with a jaw-dropping 2.9 million posts that contained the hashtag ‘#Melbournefoodie’. But wait, the competition is fierce! The list was followed by cities like Delhi (2.1M posts using the hashtag #Delhifoodie) and London (2.1M using the hashtag #Londonfoodie) tied for second place, and Dubai placed fourth overall (1M posts using the hashtag #Dubaifoodie).  Though looking at hashtags online may not be the most scientific basis for ranking the most picture-perfect cities when it comes to food, Hong Kong is undeniably one of the most Instagramm

Following their recent Hennessy X.O x Kim Jones pop-up in Macau, the renowned French Cognac producer unveils a new showcase at Galaxy Macau. The immersive pop-up display takes inspiration from the brand’s short film Enter the Show, created by Oscar-winning Italian filmmaker Paolo Sorrentino. The short film depicts various characters such as a bellhop, a photographer, a glamorous diva, an elusive peacock, as well as globally renowned superstar Jackson Wang as the Magic Man; as they make their way through a glamorous and luxurious world. Photograph: Courtesy Hennessy V.S.O.P The pop-up showcases a shop and display with a luxurious vintage theatre design featuring shades of red, gold, and white.Visitors can watch the short film on the shop display screen and redeem a complimentary bespoke Hennessy V.S.O.P bottled cocktail on the venue once they scan an on-site QR code. Customers who purchase bottles of Hennessy V.S.O.P or other products from the exclusive pop-up store will receive a set of limited-edition Enter the Show-themed cocktail stirrers. Photograph: Courtesy Hennessy V.S.O.P Nodding to Jackson Wang’s role as the Magic Man in Enter the Show, Hennessy V.S.O.P will provide guests with a complimentary Team Wang-themed cocktail aptly named The Magic Man during the last week of the pop-up. A limited edition of the exclusive Hennessy V.S.O.P by Team Wang with white, red, and gold accents in its packaging will be available at the Galaxy Macau pop-up and will only be limited

In anticipation for the World’s 50 Best Bars taking place in Singapore on October 16, marketing agency The Foundry Asia is teaming up with Singaporean member’s club 1880 to present an exclusive bar shift led by 1880’s beverage director Josh Wilson. Four of Hong Kong’s most illustrious bartenders will be joining him behind the bar, which include Jay Khan, bar owner of Coa; Antonio Lai, beverage director of Quinary; Beckaly Franks, bar owner of Artifact Bar, Call Me Al, Ponty Cafe, and The Pontiac; and Gagan Gurung, bar owner of Tell Camelia and co-founder of Singular Concepts. The mixologists will craft 12 sensational cocktails using Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin and Ki No Bi Kyoto Dry Gin. Paying tribute to Coa’s Oaxacan-inspired philosophy, Khan will showcase his passion for agave spirits in his cocktail, Mole Negroni, which uses Ki No Bi gin, tequila reposado, Carpano Antica Formula, Campari, Ancho Reyes Verde, and cacao husk tea. As the pioneer of multi-sensory mixology in Hong Kong, Lai will recreate Quinary’s signature Earl Grey Martini using Monkey 47 gin, elderflower syrup, apple juice, Cointreau, lemon, lime, as well as Earl Grey infused caviar and foam. As the latest recipient of the Altos Bartenders bar award 2023, Franks will shake up one of her signature cocktails, the Black Bamboo, which uses Ki No Bi gin, black shallot infused vermouth, and Amontillado sherry. Finally, Gurung will present guests with his tea-infused cocktail, Tea Sea, made with a savoury blend o

Multi-award winning rapper Post Malone will be performing in Hong Kong on September 25 and we couldn’t be more excited! Before you head off to AsiaWorld-Expo to rap your heart out, read up on our guide that answers all your key questions about the concert. What time does Post Malone’s concert start? The concert officially starts at 8pm, but attendees should be at the venue 60 minutes prior to the starting time for security procedures and to get settled into their respective ticket zones before the concert starts at 8pm.  All attendees can start queuing up from 4pm at Hall 3 within AsiaWorld-Expo. VIP ticket holders will be able to enter the concert hall from 6pm, whereas general admission ticket holders will enter at 6.30pm. Please note that queuing numbers for early entry will not apply once the concert doors are open to general ticket holders. What is Hong Kong’s setlist for Post Malone? Although there’s no official setlist released for Post Malone’s performance in Hong Kong, here’s the setlist from his most recent concert in Taipei on September 20.1. Better Now2. Wow.3. Zack and Codeine4. Psycho5. Goodbyes6. Hollywood Dreams / Comedown7. Mourning8. I Like You (A Happier Song)9. Jonestown (Interlude)10. Take What You Want11. Over Now12. rockstar13. Feeling Whitney14. Stay15. Overdrive16. I Fall Apart17. Wrapped Around Your Finger18. Circles19. Candy Paint20. Too Young21. White Iverson22. CongratulationsEncore23. Sunflower24. Chemical Will there be merchandise for sale? O

Cool down from the summer heat with pints of ice cold beer at Hong Kong’s ultimate craft beer festival. The Craft Beer Association of Hong Kong joins forces with Clockenflap to present the Better with Beer festival this September. Over 150 beers from more than 20 breweries will set up their stalls at Central Harbourfront from September 15 to 16, with brands such as Black Kite, Carbon Brews, Higherthan, Lion Rock Brewery, Young Master, and many more. Feeling peckish? The festival will also provide an eclectic range of food from various cuisines for attendees to munch on. Throughout the festival, local musicians, bands, and DJs will be performing live music at Better with Beer’s dedicated entertainment tent. Festivalgoers can groove to funk and soul tracks from South Canton Soul Train, reggae-dancehall beats from Murphy and The Lawyers, upbeat dance rock and synth pop from Shumking Mansion, high energy hip-hop from M4Gang, and more. In addition to live music, the beer festival will provide an array of outdoor games such as giant aeroplane chess, Hong Kong-style hopscotch, and giant jenga; as well as live entertainment like drag bingo, lip sync battles, and live comedy sets.Better with Beer is collaborating with Hong Kong Telecom’s loyalty program The Club to offer a members-only ticket promotion. The Club members will be able to redeem tickets to the festival by using 500 Clubpoints, as well as paying an additional fee that starts from $398. Visit The Club’s website for more in