From new menus to fun workshops and even special deals, here’s all the food and drink gossip you need this week
Busy week ahead and not much time to think food? That’s why we’re here! This month, we’ve already found you the best Hong kong breakfasts, hot new brunches in August and even some dog-friendly cafes, but if you’re looking for something a bit more fancy, our weekly column Hong Kong Foodporn is for you.
Hong Kong Foodporn 13-20 August
Battle of the steaks
Lily & Bloom go head-to-head against the fine cuts of De La Valley to decide who goes home with the best steak in Hong Kong title on the 23 August. Guests have an evening of quality meat tasting, juicy treats and ice-cold artisan beers to look forward to.
If this sounds like your kind of scene, then check out the event here and be part of meat history.
Lily & Bloom, 5 & 6/F, LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham Street, Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2810 6166, 中環蘭桂坊雲咸街33號LKF Tower 5樓及6樓
Giando’s new summer menu
Head over to Wan Chai and savour the new flavours and bright colours of Giando. In celebration of summer, the Italian restaurant has revamped its offerings to bring you a sophisticated menu of antipasto, risotto, light refreshing salads and much more.
Chef Caprioli has a strong emphasis on his Italian roots, so we’re dying to sink our teeth into some of the light, summery salads and the risotto rucola.
Giando, Shop 1, G/F, Tower 1, Starcrest, 9 Star Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 2511 8912, 灣仔星街9號星域軒1座地舖
Ori-Gin Bar
Inspired by the colours of Pantone, Ori-Gin Bar led by award-winning mixologist Antonio Lai have released a selection of fun bright cocktails to the theme of your favourite colours. Pantone’s bold palette is expertly crafted into these eye-catching drinks that’ll brighten your evening. Keep an eye out for the Ultraviolet (18-3838 TPX). There’s your ice breaker right there.
Ori-Gin, G/F, 48 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2668 5583, 中環雲咸街48號地下
Brunch with the best of them at Whisk
Daydreaming about a full gourmet brunch? We’ve got you covered, head to Tsim Sha Tsui and grab a seat at Whisk located in The Mira Hong Kong. The newly revamped menu has caught all the attention as it moves from semi-buffet to a full-gourmet experience.
Expect the usual suspects of suckling pig, fresh seafood and freshly shucked oysters. Throw into the mix, free-flow Perrier-Jouet champagne and all-you-can-eat mains then you’re on your way to a hearty meal.
Whisk, 5/F, The Mira Hong Kong, Mira Place, 118-130 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, p. 2315 5999, 尖沙咀彌敦道118-130號美麗華廣場The Mira Hong Kong 5樓
Oh My Goose!
A modern twist on Hong Kong classics, all at an affordable price. Langham Place doesn’t feel so far from the Island anymore, so why not head over to Oh My Goose and tuck into some delicious BBQ meat with a touch of inventiveness as Chef Lin uses a touch of flair and sprinkling of tradition.
Oh My Goose, Shop F1, Level 4, Langham Place, 8 Argyle Street, Mong Kok, Hong Kong, p. 2110 3998, 旺角亞皆老街8號朗豪坊L4層F1號舖
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