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Oct 9, 2018

[New York City] Top 5 things I ate in Manhattan

Last week, I went on a flash trip to NYC to see friends and eat my heart out at some of the places that were recommended by all you lovely people. I wish I could get through that extensive list, but alas, 4 days is absolutely not enough time to explore the full trove of culinary treasures that New York City has to offer. That said, over the course of pigging out at 11 different places, I experienced a few stand-out food moments that I've condensed into a list of the 5 best th

Jun 14, 2018

[Hong Kong] Fukuro: Tokyo's Izakaya Re-imagined, a New Venture by Black Sheep Restaurants

Bringing to mind my boozy late night adventures in Kichijoji back when I was living in Tokyo, FUKURO is the latest concept by Black Sheep Restaurants styled after Izakaya, Japan's famous drinking dens. It's led by Sendai native Chef Shun Sato (previously EC of the neighbouring Ho Lee Fook) and he's done a fab job of infusing his heritage into the modern Japanese offerings at Fukuro. I would recommend for you to go with a group so you can order a bunch of dishes to share, as p

Jun 7, 2018

Mercato Hong Kong: The Ultimate Weekend Brunch

Where to brunch in Hong Kong.

Mar 11, 2018

Blue Supreme: Hong Kong's best bar food?

Making its debut in a quiet Sheung Wan neighbourhood just off of Hollywood Road, Blue Supreme is a cool little concept revolving around imported craft beers and elevated bar fare. It's easy to find, and was already buzzing with happy hour-goers when we arrived at 7pm on a Friday evening. The kitchen is helmed by Executive Chef Leonard Cheung, whose previous tenures include Twenty Six by Liberty, as well as 3* Bo Innovation, and 3* 8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo. Also, coincidentally, we

Sep 6, 2017

Mercato Hong Kong Hosts Round 2 of "The Great Pizza Bake Off": Lily & Bloom's Chef

If you haven't heard already, Mercato by Jean-Georges is hosting 5 rounds of "THE GREAT PIZZA BAKE OFF", a newly launched campaign that opens up a world of creative and daring interpretations on pizzas. Since the bake-off is taking place at Mercato, you'll be glad to know the pizza base will always be in the famous Jean-Georges wood-fired style, meaning the only place you could really go wrong is with the topping. The best part about this campaign is that it pits chefs agains

Jul 19, 2017

Tiger Curry: Wing Eating Competition, Anyone?

Tiger Curry has been around forever, but I hadn't gone until last night's preview tasting - simply for the reason that I personally am not a fan of Japanese-style curries (I know, I know). BUT, it turns out there are a ton of other delicious menu items on offer that I didn't know about, including juicy and perfectly crisp chicken wings, rice dons, fries with a cheesy curry dip, and all kinds of sumptuous udon variations. Backtracking to the wings for a second, Tiger Curry has

Jun 27, 2017

JUISEE by I See I See Introduces Tea & Tonic Juice Concept to Hong Kong

The masterminds behind Hong Kong's favourite handcrafted ice pops, @iseeiseehk, are back! This time, they're introducing a brand new concept that centers around juice, and it's already becoming my new go-to thirst quencher when I'm hanging around CWB (which is a lot recently!). Located just off the beaten path in Causeway Bay's Matheson Street (1 min walk from Times Square), Juisee by I See I See is Hong Kong's very first Tea + Premium Fever Tree Tonic Water concept, which ap

Jun 22, 2017

Comfort Food with a Side of Nostalgia at the New & Improved Dan Ryan's in Cityplaza, Tai Koo

I'll admit I was pretty crushed to hear that my favourite childhood hangout - the late Dan Ryan's in Pacific Place - had closed. Thankfully, the Chicago grill-inspired American diner is a chain with a few other outlets dotted around Hong Kong, the latest of which opened in Cityplaza shopping mall in Tai Koo. I noticed a few changes in the overall look and feel of the restaurant including brighter lighting, more art pieces and a more refined decor (people in suits were sipping

Jun 6, 2017

Stone Nullah Tavern: Delicious, No-Frills American Comfort Food in Wan Chai

Step inside Wan Chai's hidden treasure, Stone Nullah Tavern, where a hearty and utterly comforting American feast awaits. Known for its aggressive happy hours, pickle-back shots and dishes made with soul, the Tavern is definitely the place to go to fulfill any indulgent craving, or simply to enjoy a great meal with friends. The other night, a few friends and I went back to the Tavern to try some newly introduced dishes on the menu along with some of the unmissable classics. R

Apr 23, 2017

Beef & Liberty Launches Soft Shell Crab Sandwich from 16 May - 10 July & Best New Wine Progr

My favourite burger restaurant is at it again! This time, they've rolled out some bomb new promotions that are perfect for alleviating much of the misery that comes with Hong Kong's brutal summers. And yes, I'm aware it's currently officially spring but HK tends to skip the fun seasons and goes straight to the nasty. So 3 new things going on at B&L at the moment: 1. Soft Shell Crab Sandwich HK$118 (officially launches on MAY 16-JULY10) 2. New Seasonal Salads -Green Peas Salad

Mar 26, 2017

Dragon-I: Not Just a Clubbing Venue!

Night life at Dragon-I takes on new meaning with the introduction of the Dinner Tasting Menu by Executive Chef Ryan Chui - and an amazing deal at that, too. At the price of only HK$688 + 10% for 6 sharing plates enough for 4 people and HK$1032 +10% for 9 plates per 6 people, these new tasting menus are a serious steal. I honestly never thought I'd be eating a tasty meal and enjoying a civilised conversation on the same sofa that once sagged under my dancing weight as I chugg

Mar 6, 2017

Chinese-Italian Hot Pot at Linguini Fini: Most Interesting Dinner 2017?

There's honestly never a shortage of interesting and downright bizarre culinary ideas that are born every day in such a dynamic food city like Hong Kong. We gotta admit, though, that while some are hits - most are definitely misses (read: The Coffee Academics' Coffee Cone trend). Vinny Lauria, Executive Chef of the beloved restaurant trio Linguini Fini, Posto Pubblico and Stone Nullah Tavern, has come up with something that'll take some serious warming to - especially if you'

Jan 28, 2017

Dodam Chicken Arrives to Hong Kong!

Jumping on the Korean fried chicken craze is the newly arrived Dodam Chicken, located in Lee Theatre Plaza, Causeway Bay. What sets this chain apart is that it adds a healthy spin to fried chicken, baking the meat at a heat of over 400 degrees centigrade in a pizza oven, and burning away all the extraneous fat. By now, I've visited Dodam around three times and each time, I came away happily stuffed. Here are some of the highlights offered on the menu, a lot of which are their

Nov 24, 2016

Piri Piri Chicken Fix at Flaming Frango

Flaming Frango used to be my go-to hangover meal on lazy Sundays watching films, as I was especially fond of their indulgently buttery mashed potato, Frango rice and the signature chicken (pls try this after a night out, guys). They were my guilty pleasures, and nothing could get in the way of a piri piri craving. I hadn't ventured in to the actual restaurant before until now, and I kinda wish I'd come in earlier to try their food fresh, because it was definitely a great expe

Nov 7, 2016

[PERMANENTLY CLOSED] Authentic Mexican Street Food at Mamasita's Cantina, Newly Opened in 8 Lynd

I'll be honest - my experience with Mexican food has only ever really spanned the extent of run-of-the-mill fast food joints for a quick burrito fix. I've never gone out of my way to seek out a proper Mexican meal before, and I feel like that's all about to change after having my first taste of the recently opened Mamasita's Cantina the other week. Mexican-native Executive Chef Edgar Navarro has designed a spectacular menu of reinvented Mexican street eats, paired with a sele

Oct 25, 2016

Artisanal Coffee & Health Food Bar at The Elephas

Founded by Ricky Cheuk, former professional rugby player and the man behind Warrior Academy, The Elephas is a brand new space featuring health food and artisanal coffee right alongside fitness training facilities. As soon as you step through the doors, you're swept into a totally different world - one of happy, grazing elephants and #fitfam. Yeah, it's hard to explain. Personally, I get pretty stressed around gyms in general (let alone eating next to one amidst bellowing inst

Oct 14, 2016

New Cali-Mex Taqueria Opened on Granville Road, TST

Working from an office in a neighbourhood where there are practically zero food options for lunch (slight exaggeration, but wtv) makes me more than a little aggravated whenever the clock strikes 1pm every day. Thankfully, if I feel like indulging a little, TST is only a short cab ride away from the office and offers a sweet respite - this time, in the form of newly opened Cali Mex Taqueria on Granville Road. This definitely isn't your average Cali Mex, with a bright, re-vampe

Sep 22, 2016

Gourmet Burgers, Elevated Cocktails and Bar Bites at the New Beef & Liberty California Tower

Where do I even begin with Beef & Liberty California Tower? The vibes, the burgers, and most significant of all - the appointment of new B&L Group Executive Chef Uwe Opocensky, previously Executive Chef of Michelin-starred Mandarin Grill and The Krug Room at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. With a swanky new bar addition to this B&L, there's really no better person to lead it than Pawel Mikusek, who brings with him another impressive resume as the previous Head of Cocktails & Sp

Aug 27, 2016

Revamped Afternoon Tea at The Envoy

The Envoy brings day drinking to new heights with its revamped afternoon tea experience, featuring an all-new 3-tier set with various add-on options for drinks. This gorgeous little hideaway on the second floor of The Pottinger is Hong Kong's best kept secret no longer, as its quirky, innovative and eye-catching cocktails have already made rounds in the social media sphere. But did you know that The Envoy does a lot more than cocktails? The lesser-known and recently revamped

Aug 20, 2016

Hearty Mexican Fix at Little Burro Hong Kong

Sometimes, there's nothing that hits the spot quite like Mexican comfort food. Nestled in a cosy little street just off of Queen's Road, Little Burro is the perfect stop for hearty, no-bullshit Mexican food prepared quickly and efficiently on the spot. The menu is straightforward, featuring all the American-Mexican classics like hard and soft shell tacos, burritos and "skinny" burritos, fresh guacamole & tortilla chips, salad bowls, rice bowls, and quesadillas - and all are c