Julie Mira

Hong Kongers know a thing or two about burnout. We’re experts at go-go-go and at squeezing productivity out of every waking hour. So when we talk about wellness escapes, we’re not looking for more pressure. We’re looking for the opposite. Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai seems to understand this with their Return to Balance […]

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There’s a new reason to head to Causeway Bay this September. GYU+ Bar by Miyoshi officially opens its doors on September 2, bringing the DNA of Kyoto’s Michelin-starred Niku no Takumi Miyoshi to Hong Kong in a more relaxed, contemporary setting. Behind it all is self-taught chef Tsutomu Ito, whose obsession with beef goes beyond […]

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Chef Levi You, a Zhangzhou-born chef with nearly two decades of experience, has opened Hokkien House at H Queen’s in Central. The restaurant marks his first solo venture, bringing modern Fujian cuisine to Hong Kong’s fine dining scene. You’s culinary journey began early—he learned to cook at age eight, growing up with the home-cooked dishes […]

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A new Japanese izakaya has landed at K11 MUSEA. AOI by KAIYO, the younger offshoot of Gaia Group’s KAIYO, opened August 20 with a menu spanning over 100 dishes across 20 categories — from sashimi and creative sushi to charcoal-grilled items, tempura, and Kansai-style sukiyaki. The concept is designed to feel more casual and approachable […]

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YuSang is the newest addition to LANDMARK PRINCE’S curated dining roster, introducing Central to a contemporary Korean restaurant built around anju and sool – the shared plates and drinks that define Korea’s social dining culture. Anju refers to the chilled dishes, seafood, soups and charcoal‑grilled meats designed to be enjoyed with alcohol, while sool covers […]

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W Hong Kong and ELEMENTS are teaming up to turn an ice rink into a dance floor. “Vibes Below Zero” takes over The Rink at ELEMENTS on September 11, bringing Korean DJs, a bar takeover by Asia’s 50 Best Bars talent, and MICHELIN-recommended bites to the city’s iconic skating venue. The lineup features Korean DJs […]

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Hong Kong’s activewear scene has exploded in recent years, moving far beyond the usual international suspects. Local brands are stepping up with technical fabrics, considered design, and a distinct Hong Kong point of view. Whether you’re after sustainable leggings, a top that transitions from barre to brunch, or a set that actually fits Asian proportions, […]

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A new Italian restaurant and cocktail bar has landed on Central’s Duddell Street. IL PRESIDENTE, from the founders of Wan Chai’s Trattoria Felino, opened this summer with a 70-seat dining room designed by Dix Design and a bar program that treats the aperitivo hour as a main event. The space sets the tone with rosewood […]

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Central Market is celebrating five years since its revitalization with a month-long summer festival. “HIGH5 @ Central Market” runs through August, highlighted by an 8.23-second reflex challenge where players who hit the timer at precisely 8.23 seconds win HK$300 cash vouchers. For every game played, Central Market donates HK$5 to The Salvation Army. The main […]

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A slice of Paris has landed in Kai Tak. Bistrot’s Suzette opened August 4 at Cullinan Sky Mall, bringing an all-day menu of French classics to the neighborhood. The bistro marks a partnership between Silver Spoon Restaurants and Chef Tiff Lo, who joins as Consultant Chef to shape the menu from stock reductions to the […]

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