From new pop-ups and brunches to arty menus and fruit-tea ice cream sticks, here are all the food and drink happenings that should be on your radar this week
As award season unfolds, the culinary constellation of Hong Kong and Macau shines brightly with the unveiling of stars in the Michelin Guide this year, complemented by Asia’s 50 Best announcing its 51 to 100 list for 2024. While the city’s dining scene basks in the glow of accolades, there’s more to discover with various options to appease every palate.
In this edition, we venture beyond the star-studded firmament to bring you the latest restaurant and bar news, from thrilling collaborations to tantalising menus and seasonal delights. So, buckle up and join us as we delve into the various dining and drinking experiences awaiting your indulgence this week.
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The Italian job
Experience a unique collaboration next month by Estro and Bar Leone that combines Roman and Neapolitan food and cocktail culture. On April 2, from 6.30 pm, the Italian restaurant and bar unite to present a six-course themed menu at Estro. Led by chef Antimo Maria Merone, the six course menu includes the likes of carciofi alla giudia with artichoke, red prawn and burrata, followed by spaghetti cacio e pepe and bottoni all’amatriciana with tomato and guanciale. This is complemented by a cocktail pairing by Bar Leone’s mixologist Lorenzo Antinori. The menu is available at HK$1,280 per person, or HK$1,680 for the complete experience, including cocktail pairings. Limited to only 28 covers, this event promises an intimate evening celebrating Italia in Hong Kong. The collaboration continues on April 28, with Estro’s Neapolitan snacks pop-up at Bar Leone, offering an opportunity to savour Merone’s cuisine in the cosy ambience of Bar Leone.
