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Here are all the newest luxury afternoon tea sets to try in Hong Kong, this summer.

High tea is something of an institution in Hong Kong - well, at Hong Kong hotels and upscale restaurants. There's nothing more luxurious than sitting down with a triple-tiered tray and tea (or bubbly!), picking up dainty bite-sized pieces of pastry and carefully crafted savoury bites. Try something different and seasonal this summer, by choosing one of these newer luxury afternoon tea sets on offer now.

Madame Fù x Crabtree & Evelyn

Inspired by the tropical islands of Bali, Madame Fù has joined hands with Crabtree & Evelyn to present this menu, timed to also celebrate the cosmetics brand's first Asia-inspired collection. Seasonal delights on offer include lemongrass shrimp dumplings, tea-smoked duck breast, poppy-seed beef puffs, and smoked salmon and cream cheese on toast. Delicacies make use of tropical fruits and Balinese herbs, with new specially crafted eats such as Madame Fù's pandan cake, coconut choux, banana and chocolate mousse, and pandan and coconut klepon (sweet rice ball) accompanied by Madame Fù clotted cream and rose petal jam scones (a signature!). And, each guest will receive an exclusive Crabtree & Evelyn gift (while stocks last).

Madame Fù, 3/F, Barrack Block, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central; +852 2114 2118; Crabtree & Evelyn x Madame Fù "Bali" Afternoon Tea, available every day from 2:30pm to 5:30pm, now until 31 August 2021

Conrad Hong Kong x Venchi

Venchi’s long history of chocolate-making — beginning in 1878 — makes it an authority in the art form. Head to Conrad Hong Kong’s Lobby Lounge this summer to indulge in velvety gelato, masterful sweet and savoury delicacies, and gourmet chocolate — perfectly made with the Italian chocolatier’s exquisite technique. Highlights include the bonet alla piemontese, originating in the northwest Italian wine region of Langhe and made with Venchi’s 56 percent dark chocolate.

Conrad Hong Kong Lobby Lounge, Lobby Level, 88 Queensway, Admiralty; +852 2822 8891; available weekdays from 3pm to 5:30pm and weekends and public holidays from 2pm to 3:30pm and 4pm to 5:30pm, now until 12 September 2021

Tiffin at Grand Hyatt Hong Kong

The three-layered afternoon tea at Tiffin at the Grand Hyatt is getting a summer makeover. The new set, made by executive pastry chef Smita and chef de cuisine Andre, features seasonal fruits and ingredients such as mango, peach and berries - cool flavours to sweep away the sweltering heat. Pair artisanal savoury and sweet delicacies with signature cocktails, mocktails and tea. Offerings include a yuzu and pineapple cheesecake, a foie gras tartlet with raspberry, and a tiger prawn charcoal sub with saffron mayonnaise and chervil. As always, the set will be complemented by a dessert and ice-cream counter serving waffles, crepes, homemade ice cream and more.

Tiffin, Mezzanine Floor, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai; +852 2584 7722; Summer Afternoon Tea Set, available every day from 3:30pm to 5:30pm, now until 20 September 2021

The Langham Hong Kong x Salvatore Ferragamo

To celebrate the fashion house's brand new fragrance collection, Italian luxury brand Salvatore Ferragamo has partnered up with The Langham Hong Kong to bring us an exclusive afternoon tea set. Inspired by the "Storie di Seta" ("Stories of Silk") perfume collection's four ready-to-wear creations, the hotel's culinary team have created eight sweet and savoury delicacies that reflect the perfumes' essence and top notes. Dishes include a sakura strawberry-rhubarb mini pavlova, a foie gras bonbon, a pistachio-raspberry panna cotta, a braised beef sandwich and a seafood salad on lobster crab quiche. The set is best complemented with one of the premium loose leaf teas, a glass of Saicho sparkling tea or a glass of Taittinger Champagne.

The Langham Hong Kong, 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui; +852 2375 1133; Salvatore Ferragamo STORIE DI SETA Afternoon Tea, available weekdays from 3pm to 5pm and weekend and public holidays from 2:15pm to 4:15pm and 4:30pm to 6:30pm, now until 30 September 2021

Garden Lounge at The Murray "Tea-licious Afternoon"

Garden Lounge at The Murray Hong Kong is presenting a truly tea-focused summer experience, with an afternoon set spotlighting premium single-origin teas from JING including an invigorating lemongrass and ginger, a fragrant Ceylon and rose, and a full-bodied Earl Grey. The set features thoughtfully selected sweet and savoury treats -- including a coconut and pineapple sable, a crab meat sandwich and an avocado shrimp tart (to complement the zesty and spiced lemongrass-ginger); a buttery apricot financier, a raspberry cream sandwich, and a watermelon-feta cheese sandwich (to accompany the medium-bodied Ceylon tea); and lemon bergamot cookies, a black truffle chicken roll sandwich, and a chocolate-blueberry opera cake (best enjoyed with the Earl Grey tea)

Garden Lounge, Lobby Level, The Murray Hong Kong, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central; +852 3141 8888; "Tea-licious Afternoon", available every day from 2:45pm to 4:15pm and from 4:30pm to 6pm, now until 30 September 2021

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The Grand Hyatt Hong Kong continues to delight us with fun and curated experiences that attempt to transport us to our favourite destinations right in the heart of Hong Kong. Following the success of their first curated staycation, which brought us to Paris during Le French May — replete with authentic bistro experiences, French skincare and champagne — Grand Hyatt is turning its attention to New York this summer for an all-American escape.

Everyone's favourite Grand Hyatt Steakhouse has been completely dressed in Stars and Stripes and decked out in red, white and blue colours and little touches of America - including miniature figurines of the Statue of Liberty.

The four-course dinner menu is crafted specially by Head Chef Marc Benkoe, who has chosen premium American produce to prepare a spread of American classics, from Boston lobsters, thick-cut bacon slabs, New England clam chowders, macaroni and cheese, and of course, the steaks.

Speciale de Claire oysters or Oscietra caviar can be added to your appetisers to elevate the experience even more. We also highly recommend the Snake River Farm US Wagyu Striploin, which combines the melt-in-your-mouth texture of Wagyu with the beefy deliciousness of all-American steak.

The meal also comes with a wine-pairing option, featuring a great selection of American wines handpicked by resident sommelier Maxime Duval.

The steakhouse dinner can be booked on its own, but with the more than likely chance you'll stumble out the door with a food coma, why not go for the full experience and book yourself in for a Delicious USA Staycation?

Apart from the steakhouse dinner, the stay at the Grand Hyatt includes daily breakfast for registered guests (trust us, the breakfast spread at the Grand Café is not to be missed), and a bottle of Jack Daniel's Whiskey miniature (50ml) and a bottle of Michter's Bourbon miniature (50ml) as welcome amenities.

Complimentary late check-out at 4 pm is offered for Monday to Thursday departures, excluding the eve of public holidays and public holidays, and a special rate for valet parking during the hotel stay. Meaning, you'll have plenty of time to explore the wide range of facilities at the Grand Hyatt, including the Plateau Spa, the outdoor heated pool, the 24-hour fitness studio, the 400m jogging path and tennis courts.

The stay also comes with a complimentary HK$500 e-voucher, Nature Discovery Park tour and special shopping privileges at K11 Musea.

Priced from HK$3,100 + 10 percent service charge per room per night, the Steakhouse Delicious USA Staycation offer is valid now until 30 September 2021. Click here to book your staycation now.

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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and we can't think of a better way to start your morning than with a luxurious spread at one of Hong Kong’s finest hotels. From all-you-can-eat upscale buffets to thoughtfully crafted sets and indulgent menus, these are the the best luxury hotel breakfasts in Hong Kong.

SOMM, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental

If you're looking for a bubbly and decadent breakfast, SOMM’s formula comprises hot, savoury, and sweet delicacies served with Olivier Blanc de Noirs champagne. Its cage-free egg dishes include a tempting poached egg English muffin with black truffle butter, hollandaise sauce and crispy bellota ham. To truly start your day with an indulgent treat, you can also choose from dishes like banana pancakes covered in toasted pecan nuts, dark Okinawa sugar syrup and yuzu.

SOMM, 7/F, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, The Landmark, 15 Queen's Road Central; +852 2132 0055

Salisterra, Upper House

Newly opened Salisterra at Upper House boasts six delicate morning spreads featuring traditional East Asian fare, a classic English breakfast, a vegetarian herbivore special and even a Charcuterie set. You can opt for the House Viennoiserie for freshly baked pastries and French press coffee or for the Japanese set to try grilled salted salmon with tamagoyaki, steamed rice, miso soup, and Genmaicha green tea.

Salisterra, Level 49, The Upper House, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty; +852 3968 1106

Grand Café, Grand Hyatt

The Grand Café at the Grand Hyatt has it all: an à-la-carte morning menu, continental and healthy breakfast sets, and an all-you-can-eat buffet guaranteed to have something for everyone. The thoughtful menu makes a note of everything (including alcohol and pork, as well as highlighting vegetarian options), allowing for a no-brainer morning meal. Make sure to browse the Healthy Choice teas to boost your energy, including a specially designed jet-lag relief concoction.

Grand Café, Lobby, Grand Hyatt, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai; +852 2584 7722

The Lobby, The Peninsula

Eating at The Lobby at The Peninsula is a timeless Hong Kong tradition. Start your day early with authentic Continental and Chinese breakfast staples. Delightful dishes include a brioche French toast with apple compote, mixed berries, and maple syrup and an avocado rye toast topped with a poached egg and tomato salsa. Don't forget to try a home-baked pastry (there's even a gluten-free option!) from The Peninsula’s iconic bakery.

The Lobby, G/F, The Peninsula, Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui; +852 2696 6772

Lucciola, The Hari

Trendy Italian eatery Lucciola at The Hari features a daily breakfast a-la-carte menu and a weekend semi-buffet option. Head to Wan Chai for modern décor, hot treats and eggs in any style. The upscale continental breakfast includes a bread basket, sliced fruit, orange juice and coffee. Need something sweeter? The orange brioche French toast with caramelised orange and mascarpone cream is a delectable dream.

Lucciola, 1/F, The Hari, 330 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai; +852 2129 0333

Clipper Lounge, Mandarin Oriental

The Clipper Lounge at Mandarin Oriental offers the perfect everything-under-the-sun breakfast buffet with dim sum and steamed buns, omelettes, noodles, congee, waffles, pancakes, and more. Perfect for a big group, head there early and take your time to check out each food station (the Chinese noodle selection is extensive!) to make sure you don't miss anything from the sumptuous banquet.

Clipper Lounge, Main Floor, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Road, Central; +852 2825 4007

The Lounge, Four Seasons

Enjoy dishes from the à-la-carte menu or opt for a hearty breakfast spread next to the Four Season's glass atrium lobby. The classic Hong Kong Breakfast comes with wok-fried noodles, rice congee, dim sum and Chinese tea. For an energising morning boost, the Well Feeling Breakfast set features an egg white frittata and a sourdough toast, complete with coconut juice, a fruit salad, organic yoghurt, a vegetable selection (asparagus, zucchini, tomatoes, ricotta and basil), and coffee or tea.

The Lounge, Four Seasons, 8 Finance Street, Central; +852 3196 8882

Holt’s Café, Rosewood

The ever elegant Holt’s Café is ideal for a closer-to-home traditional breakfast. A contemporary and upscale take on the city's cha chaan tengs, head to the Rosewood for local favourites such as spiced pork cubes instant noodles, rice congee, and wonton noodle soup. The Hong Kong-style teahouse also offers Japanese and Continental fare, as well as an extensive egg selection.

Holt’s Café, Rosewood Hong Kong, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon; +852 3891 8732

The Lounge & Bar, The Ritz-Carlton

With floor-to-ceiling windows, the view from The Ritz-Carlton’s The Lounge & Bar is truly unbeatable. Enjoy classic Western, Cantonese and Japanese fare while looking over the Victoria Harbour and skyline. The Healthy Breakfast Package is guaranteed to be a hearty, nourishing start to your day, with six food offerings including poached organic free range eggs on whole wheat muffin with avocado and green salad, and a fresh fruit quinoa salad with honey, lime and basil mint. Want a lighter start to your day? Browse the wide selection of Chinese and black teas and start your morning with a soothing cup.

The Lounge & Bar, 102/F, The Ritz-Carlton, International Commerce Centre (ICC), 1 Austin Road West; +852 2263 2270

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Culled from Hong Kong’s always-hot dining scene, here are some of the most exciting menus to try this month. Be prepared for chef takeovers, collaborations melding divergent cuisines and seasonal specials – these one-off opportunities are not to be missed.

Grand Hyatt Steakhouse Burgers

When: now until 29 February
Price: Pompous Burger HK$580; American Dream HK$480 + 10%

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Chef Fernando Gojan is elevating the humble burger by packing over-the-top indulgent ingredients into two new creations available exclusively until the end of February. The colossal burgers are constructed with 100% Australian M7 wagyu beef composed of brisket, short rib and chuck for the ultimate balance of flavour and texture. The rightfully named Pompous Burger is served with a generous spread of truffle sauce, pan-fried foie gras and melted Comte cheese sandwiched between a lightly toasted truffle bun. For seafood lovers, The American Dream comes with a sustainable butter-poached lobster tail, apple wood smoked bacon, American cheddar, crisp lettuce and tomato slices. All burgers are served with a side of thick cut chips and truffle mayo.
Grand Hyatt Steakhouse, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai; +852 2584 7722

Giando Winter Vegetarian Menu

When: now until mid March
Price: HK$798 +10%

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Inspired to encourage healthier eating at the start of the year, Chef Gianni Caprioli has introduced his new Vegetarian menu to raise awareness in well-being and sustainability. His six-course menu showcases the season’s finest ingredients from Hong Kong, Italy and beyond. Expect fresh mouth-watering dishes like the Chicory salad with burrata, pear and walnuts; Fusilli with turnip tips and Crusco peppers; Carnaroli risotto with radicchio and braised onions; and Savoy cabbage paired with hazelnuts and black truffles. To further promote eco-conscious eating, the ingredients found in Chef Caprioli’s menu are also available for guests to purchase at his gourmet market, Mercato by Giando located at Fenwick Pier.
Giando Italian Restaurant and Bar, G/F, Tower 1, Starcrest, 9 Star Street, Wan Chai; +852 2511 8912

Nobu Nikkei Peruvian Experience

When: now until 31 March
Price: dishes range from HK$120 to HK$500 +10%

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Each season for the year of 2020, Nobu will be presenting 4 separate dining experiences to marry the restaurant’s Japanese roots with Peruvian cuisine to commemorate chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s first adventures outside of Japan. To kick off the campaign, the first experience highlights the Andes Mountain in the Puna region, which is shaped by ingredients such as bitter potatoes, lamb, river fish, broad beans and quinoa. The six dishes from this menu are available a la carte style so guests can pick and choose according to their preference, while also still enjoying the classic Nobu menu as well. Dishes like the King crab empanadas (HK$220), Seafood ceviche roll (HK$165) and Smoked wagyu steak (HK$500) are our recommended dishes.
Nobu, InterContinental Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui; +852 2313 2323

Roganic x Locavore

When: 12 & 13 February
Price: HK$1,780 + optional HK$680 for wine and non-alcoholic pairing + 10%

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Sharing the same ingredients-driven and eco-conscious values as Roganic Hong Kong is Bali’s Locavore (winner of Indonesia’s Best Restaurant and Sustainable Restaurant Award by Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2019). Chefs Olivier Marlow and Ray Adriansyah join forces for two nights only to create a special menu dedicated to both restaurants’ commitment to sustainability and support for the local communities. The 11-course degustation menu is a harmonious fusion of modern flavours found in Indonesia, Hong Kong and Europe.
Roganic, UG/F 08, Sino Plaza, 255 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay; +852 2817 8383

Chef Pablo Lagrange Pop-up at Test Kitchen

When: 13 to 16 February
Price: HK$1,080 + optional HK$480 for wine pairing

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Test Kitchen may just be one of the coolest places to dine in Hong Kong. The culinary platform is a hub that attracts culinary talents from all across the world to exhibit food expressions and experiences. This month, Test Kitchen will be hosting Chef Pablo Lagrange, alumnus of celebrated restaurants such as NOMA, Mugaritz and Tickets, for four nights to offer Hong Kong some of the most intriguing flavours hailed from South America. Chef Lagrange’s inspiration comes from the cuisine profiles he’s experienced while cooking in Istanbul, Lyon, Barcelona, Argentina, Copenhagen and more. For this four-night pop-up, he will be presenting diners with an innovative Argentinian-inspired menu featuring some of his signature dishes like the Quince and clementine ceviche, Classic empanadas, Slow braised brisket, and Black banana with shrimp sauce.
Test Kitchen, Shop 3, Kwan Yick Building Phase 3, 158A Connaught Road West, Sai Ying Pun; +852 9032 7628 

La Rambla by Catalunya x Estimar Barcelona

When: 15 February
Price: HK$1,480 + 10%

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This one night only menu calls all seafood lovers. Chef Ferran of La Rambla by Catalunya is welcoming friend and fellow chef Rafa Zafra of Estimar Barcelona to Hong Kong to share their love for the sea. Chef Zafra's Hong Kong debut will come with his Andalusian inspired cuisine and cooking techniques to best showcase the freshest seafood found across Asia and Europe in a series of unique dishes that will complement with Chef Ferran's creative and modern creations.

La Rambla by Catalunya, Level 3, ifc mall, 8 Finance Street, Central; +852 2661 1161

VEA x Mingles Four-hands Menu

When: 25 February
Price: HK$2,880 + optional HK$580 for wine or cocktail pairing + 10%

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Foodies may remember Chef Kang Ming-goo from his previous four-hands menus in Hong Kong. Now, the celebrated chef of two Michelin starred Mingles in Seoul returns for a one night only collaboration with local celebrity chef Vicky Cheng of one Michelin-starred VEA. Chef Kang will be lending his Japanese, Spanish and French cooking styles intertwined with Korean cuisine to Chef Cheng’s Chinese French innovations to create a harmonious mix of different flavours to the table. The modern cuisine chefs will each be creating dishes that blend together, while also co-creating two new collaborative dishes for the first time.
VEA, 29 & 30/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington Street, Central; +852 2711 6839

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Join the club if you’re in need of an escape — from the stresses of work, the hustle and bustle of city life and sometimes even reality, if only for an hour and a half. So when one of the most luxurious hotel spas in Hong Kong launched a Wellness Escape package, we decided to book ourselves in and retreated all the way to Wan Chai.

Wellness Escape

The Treatment: Blue Diamond Brightening Facial

Spa Cuisine: Black Rice & Quinoa Wrap

Duration: 2 hours (including lunch)

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Products:

The brightening facial features Hungary’s luxury skincare brand Omorovicza, which is powered by the country’s mineral-rich thermal water to refresh, renew and refine the skin. It’s exclusive to the Plateau Spa in Hong Kong and the facial makes use of the extensive skincare range with a total of eight products in the treatment. Some examples of the products used include a Reviving eye cream, which immediately reduced puffiness and was absorbed into my skin as if I had been dehydrated for weeks on end. It also helped to minimise the dark circles underneath my eyes. A wonderful smelling neroli and rose-scented mist, named the Queen of Hungary, was spritzed on the skin with incredibly refreshing after effects. Another product used to moisturise and give my skin an instant upwards boost was the Rose lifting serum. Similar to botox, it’s designed to relax facial muscles to inhibit the development of fine lines and wrinkles, especially around the eyes.

Service:

On arrival, I felt like I had stepped out of Hong Kong and into some far-flung resort spa. An invigorating yet calming scent wafted through the air as I’m asked which treatment and which dish I would like to enjoy. I’m advised that my spa cuisine will be prepared and ready for me as soon as my treatment ends, which was music to my ears given that the time it ended would indeed be lunch. I was invited to rest in the reception area, which overlooks a water garden and tree-lined courtyard, to fill out the rest of my consultation form. Setting the scene for the treatment to come, I’ve already started to shake off the stresses of the city and before long, I’m whisked away into the treatment room. The service at Plateau is swift and I’m greeted softly and warmly by all members of staff throughout the treatment — even whilst I take my lunch outside in the courtyard after.

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Environment:

The spa feels like an elegant resort and utterly different from the business hotel it’s situated in. This is intentional of course, since it is Hong Kong’s first and only spa that offers accommodation with ten guest rooms. Effortlessly tranquil and timeless, the spa design is sleekly furnished with pale wood furnishings warmed up by the mahogany-coloured granite. They all include infinity-edge whirlpool soaking tubs, some with their own private terraces too, for that extra touch of luxury. Beside the spa is an expansive garden space which leads to the 50-metre heated outdoor pool and sauna. But for those that want to get active before they relax, the 24-hour fitness studio, 400-metre jogging path, golf driving range, tennis and squash courts should do the trick.

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Experience:

There were a number of steps in this facial treatment that intended to firm up, brighten and restore my skin’s ‘fitness’, and it all started with a good cleansing. My therapist was nimble and removed my makeup gently with a moor cream cleanser before she used a buffer to exfoliate the skin. This was amped up with a warm steam treatment to remove dead skin cells and other impurities more effectively. Thereafter it goes a little deeper. At first, it’s with a mud mask that feels cool on my skin as it clears my congested pores. All the while she’s working her massage magic at the top of my head and around my temples as if to untangle some knots in my brain. Next up, it’s the extractions. And if you’re an extraction facial regular, you’ll know that it can get a little painful — what with all that squeezing and pushing around the face to expel any blemishes. Luckily, my therapist utilised a drainage massage technique which was much less painful. Though in more sensitive areas around the nose, it can’t be helped. The final application was three-fold; hydrating, lifting and regulating the skin’s condition which helped to awaken my lacklustre skin.

As the facial comes to a close, I’m offered warm tea and fresh fruits in the room. I’m also told that I can take my time to continue relaxing or clean up, but as my stomach growled for lunch, I remembered that I put in my order for the spa cuisine and head straight to the courtyard. The food is pleasant and gently seasoned, which I assumed was because they had my health interests at heart. However, it did begin to get a little too warm in the courtyard, and although the serene surroundings seemed perfect for lunch, the humidity of summer said otherwise. Upon my departure, I was saddened that my retreat ended so quickly and as I take the lift back down to the hotel lobby, I catch a glimpse of my glowing skin and vow to make a return, and escape, very soon.

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Culled from Hong Kong’s always-hot dining scene, here are some of the most exciting menus to try this month. Be prepared for chef takeovers, collaborations melding divergent cuisines and seasonal specials -- these one-off opportunities are not to be missed.

Sabatini: Seasonal White Asparagus Menu

When: 1–31 May

Price: Starting from HK$368 + 10%

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Winter may be for truffles, but spring is the time for white asparagus. Chef de Cuisine Claudio Favero of Sabatini gets creative with top AAA-grade fresh white asparagus from the Black Forest in his new seasonal menu. Using Italian home-cooking techniques, each dish is balanced, simple and showcases the tender, sweet spears. Find dishes like white asparagus and abalone salad with caviar (HK$368), slow cooked veal loin with white asparagus (HK$408), and a returning favourite, the open ravioli with white asparagus and Sicilian red prawns (HK$488). These seasonal specialties are available at both lunch and dinner. 

Sabatini, 3/F, The Royal Garden, 69 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon; +852 2733 2000

VEA x BarChef: Birds of Paradise Four-Hands Cocktail Tasting Menu 

When: 2 & 3 May

Price: HK$780 + 10%

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Considered the godfather of contemporary Hong Kong mixology, Antonio Lai has a way of surprising us with his inventive cocktail creations at long bar Quinary, hidden speakeasy Room 309, and tap concept Draft Land. This time, he has a multi-sensory journey up his sleeve, devised by himself and Toronto’s BarChef owner and master mixologist Frankie Solarik. The six-course tasting experience, which is named Birds of Paradise, promises to stimulate the senses with a flight of outlandish new creations and tropical installations and décor. Plus you might get a chance to meet the two pioneering bartenders in person.

VEA, 29/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington Street, Central; +852 2711 0063

Yi x Tate: Six Hands Collaboration (Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau Dining Series)

When: 3 & 4 May

Price: MOP$1,888; wine and tea pairing MOP$600 + 10%

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In recent years, Macau has emerged as one of the most exciting culinary destinations in Asia, with a growing number of world-class restaurants, not to mention hosting the prestigious Michelin Guide and Asia's 50 Best awards. The dynamic chef duo of Wilson Fam and Angelo Wong from Morpheus' Yí have taken their contemporary Chinese menu and given it a refreshing twist in its latest collaboration with Hong Kong native chef Vicky Lau, of innovative French-Chinese restaurant Tate Dining Room. The eight-course menu is a display of intriguing flavours and visual delights, featuring a balanced union between the edible stories from Tate and Yí's modern adaptation of classic Chinese dishes. 

Yí, 21/F, Morpheus, City of Dreams, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai, Macau; +853 8868 3446

Nobu: Roku–Wareki Satsuki Grain Omakase 

When: May 14–Jun 30

Price: HK$688 for lunch (inclusive of a mocktail); HK$1,488 for dinner + 10%

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At the start of 2019 Nobu introduced its Roku-Wareki gourmet experience, a culinary journey taking diners through six chapters of the ancient Japanese harvesting calendar, with each chapter focusing on a special seasonal ingredient. For its third instalment, the omakase menu shines a light on Satsuki, the traditional term for the month of May, which refers to the humble grain buds of the Kansai region. The light dishes are influenced by the impending arrival of summer, with complementing ingredients such as kurodai, itoyori and kibinago fish, wild vegetables, and A5 Japanese wagyu. The omakase menu is available for lunch (six courses) and dinner (eight courses).

Nobu, 2/F, InterContinental Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon; +852 2313 2323

Grand Hyatt: Champagne Secrets

When: 16 May–6 June (every Thursday)

Price: HK$1,888 + 10%

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The Champagne Bar at Grand Hyatt Hong Kong is where you’d go for an intimate quiet drink. But for four weeks, the romantic, 1920s-style cavern will be transformed into French illusionist Stefan Leyshon’s 360-degree stage. The up-close and personal 90-minute performance is to be enjoyed with five courses of small plates (including Baby Peter oysters with champagne, lobster avocado roll and smoked Oriental spiced pigeon) paired with the bar’s selection of cuvées.

The Champagne Bar, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai; +852 2584 7722

Le 39V: Barons de Rothschild Wine Dinner

When: 28 May

Price: HK$1,480 + 10%

[caption id="attachment_140778" align="alignnone" width="853"] Vendée Pork, Le 39V.[/caption]

May is the month of gastronomy à la français, or simply Le French GourMay, celebrating one of the few UNESCO-listed culinary cultures in the world. From the 1st to 31st, Le 39V is offering a delectable six-course dinner menu paired with Loire Valley wines, showcasing the 'Garden of France' through colourful seasonal ingredients. But for one night only, Michelin-starred chef and founder of the Parisian Le 39V will be in Hong Kong to craft a four-course menu paired with premium Barons de Rothschild vintages, which is a rare opportunity not to be missed.

Le 39V, 101/F, International Commerce Centre West, 1 Austin Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon; +852 2977 5266

Tate Dining Room x Atomix: Four-Hands Collaboration

When: May 28 & 29

Price: HK$1,980; wine or cocktail pairing HK$600 + 10%

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Chef Vicky Lau of Tate Dining Room is arguably one of Hong Kong’s most collaborative creative minds, having partnered with globally renowned culinary masters (Wilson Fam and Angelo Wong of Yi from Morpheus Macau, Natsuko Shoji of Été from Tokyo, and Mathieu Escoffier of Ma Cuisine in Singapore). This time, she joins forces with NYC-based guest chef Junghyun Park of contemporary fine dining establishment Atomix. Both Michelin-starred chefs will bring an eight-course dinner menu featuring Lau’s signature odes of French cuisine with a Chinese touch and Park’s modernist Korean dishes. 

Tate Dining Room, 210 Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan; +852 2555 2172

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