13 new Hong Kong restaurants and bars to try in November 2024

13 new Hong Kong restaurants and bars to try in November 2024

Some of November’s new bar and restaurant openings in Hong Kong are likely to keep you on a sugar high, should you choose to indulge. Popular Japanese chain Mister Donut has opened its first outlet in the city, while two shops selling imported ice cream have launched – each offering unique flavours. Not one with … Read more

What are the ‘wow’ dishes at third Samsen Thai restaurant in Hong Kong? We find out

What are the ‘wow’ dishes at third Samsen Thai restaurant in Hong Kong? We find out

When Samsen first opened in Hong Kong, in Wan Chai in 2016, chef Adam Cliff became known as the Wagyu beef noodles guy. Then came the second Samsen in 2019, a larger space in a Sheung Wan side street, which was where Cliff could let his version of khao soi – a deep and richly … Read more

Where a Hong Kong chef eats the best cart noodles, Thai skewers and late-night snacks

Where a Hong Kong chef eats the best cart noodles, Thai skewers and late-night snacks

For lunch, I love Samsen (23 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan. Tel: 2234 0080). Their selection of chargrilled skewers never fails to impress and remains my top pick. With a vibrant atmosphere and consistently good dishes, Samsen is an easy option. Grilled chicken satay served with cucumber relish and spicy peanut sauce at Samsen. Photo: Facebook/Samsen … Read more

Where a Panamanian in Hong Kong goes for Latin American food, ‘great’ dim sum, steak and seafood

Where a Panamanian in Hong Kong goes for Latin American food, ‘great’ dim sum, steak and seafood

Divya Tourani is the founder of Casa Duniya, a portal for hand-selected home decor, accessories and gifts from around the world. She spoke to Andrew Sun. My family is of Indian descent, but I was born and brought up in Panama. I’ve lived in Hong Kong for 23 years and love the food scene here. … Read more

Pizza, ‘fantastic’ Thai food, late-night kebabs: a Filipino chef in Hong Kong’s favourite places to eat

Pizza, ‘fantastic’ Thai food, late-night kebabs: a Filipino chef in Hong Kong’s favourite places to eat

Philippine-born CJ Jalandoni is the head chef of pioneering Sai Ying Pun restaurant Brut. He spoke to Andrew Sun. I grew up eating simple, home-cooked meals, with the same dishes rotated every week. When we did eat out, my family would usually go to simple Filipino restaurants. It was not until later that I started … Read more