From seasonal menus and new dishes to chef collaborations and pop-ups, here are all the events and happenings that you should know about this week
There's no stopping the appetites of Hongkongers—and when you can't beat them, it's best to join them, as the city's F&B scene has done with a never-ending procession of openings, new menus, collaborations and more. From the arrival of cult favourite Eggslut to something more refined at The Peninsula's sky-high restaurant Felix, there's something to suit every palate this week in our roundup of restaurant news. Keep reading to find out more.
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Tales of the bistro
The Baker & The Bottleman has revamped its upstairs wine bar into a full-service bistro with an ingredients-driven menu inspired by Roganic's ethos of seasonality and sustainability. Diners can start off with a selection of generously sized starters ranging from grilled cuttlefish with a fennel and asparagus salad, Jerusalem artichokes with roasted onions and sliced pears, raw Hokkaido scallop with citrus, and Farmhouse Productions leeks with charred piquillo peppers, hazelnuts and grapes. The Big Plates section features mains that can easily be shared, from the classic fish burger and dry-aged local duck served with roasted parsnips and watercress, to the signature Iberico pork chop with braised cabbage and pork jus. A desserts section of crème brûlée, apple tarte tatin, and peaches and cream rounds out the menu. While offered in à la carte style, the menu can also be enjoyed as a three-course set for HK$380.
The Baker & The Bottleman, G14-15, G/F, Lee Tung Avenue, 200 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong; thebakerandthebottleman.hk