Gaddi's

Hidden within The Peninsula Hong Kong, Gaddi’s has been serving French haute cuisine since 1953, making it one of the city’s longest-running fine-dining institutions. It is unapologetically formal. The setting remains unmistakable: chandeliers from Paris, mirrored walls and a room that once served as the hotel’s grand ballroom. Today, the kitchen is led by chef Anne-Sophie Nicolas, the first woman to head the restaurant in its seven-decade history. Her cooking keeps one foot in the French canon while allowing subtle modern touches to appear on the plate. Classic preparations: foie gras terrine, langoustine and pigeon, are handled with a steady hand, sauces carefully built and presentation immaculate. The rhythm of the meal follows old-school French fine dining: amuse-bouches, attentive service and a cellar that leans heavily toward the great appellations of Europe.

Tatler Tip

If you want to see the kitchen up close, book the ‘Chef’s Table’, where a small group can dine beside the brigade and watch the choreography unfold.