Catharina Cheung

From menu takeovers by renowned chefs to creative baked goodies and exclusive pop-ups, Hong Kong’s food and drink scene is always hard at work to keep us happy, well-fed, and forever curious. If you’re a bona fide foodie who's always on the lookout for the latest eats, turn your attention to these delicious happenings in the city right now. RECOMMENDED:  😋 New restaurants to check out in Hong Kong🍽️ 50 best restaurants in Hong Kong🍜 Unique Hong Kong dishes you need to try

Hello, folks! We’re officially in January of 2026 – you know, the month when we all pretend we’re going to stick to our New Year’s resolutions. We’re certainly not here to judge, and besides, a new year means a whole new social calendar for new experiences. So, whip out your calendar and pencil in those dates, we guarantee you’ll recover from the post-holiday blues in no time. RECOMMENDED: Plan for your next break with our guide on how to maximise your public holidays in 2026!

Looking to make your weekend worthwhile? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you want to catch some live music, check out a new art exhibit, or just find a casual spot to relax with friends, Hong Kong knows how to keep you busy. Come rain or shine, day or night, here’s everything you need to plan the perfect weekend.  RECOMMENDED:  📆 Hong Kong events in December🎡 Top attractions in Hong Kong🛍️ Your ultimate Hong Kong checklist 2025

Not sure how to spend your free time this week? We’ve rounded up some of the best happenings across the city – from art exhibitions and food pop-ups to music nights and kid-friendly activities – so you don’t have to go searching. But if all else fails, you can always turn to one of Hong Kong’s best restaurants, or cross things off our ultimate Hong Kong checklist. Whatever you decide, we’ve got you covered for the next seven days. RECOMMENDED:  🎨 Art exhibitions to check out right now📆 December events in Hong Kong🥹 Free things to do in Hong Kong

There are so many great Hong Kong landmarks that it can be hard to know where to start when you’re playing host to out-of-town guests or just want to play tourist yourself. Use this compact guide to the top attractions to get you started with the greatest hits of Hong Kong. We’ve shortlisted our favourite sights and spots in the city, including a variety of culture spots, historical venues and more modern favourites. Landmarks like the Bank of China Tower and the Peak Tram are obvious choices, but we’ve also highlighted newcomers and lesser-known gems, such as a Zaha Hadid modernist masterpiece.RECOMMENDED: If visiting all the sites makes you hungry and tired, refuel at one of the city’s best restaurants.

Ever since it gained popularity in the 90s, Hongkongers have been obsessed with karaoke (or KTV, as is more commonly used by locals). From the rotten to the resplendent, we embrace anyone willing to grab the mic and have a crack. And while the city’s largest purveyors of karaoke, Neway and Red Mr, certainly dominate the scene, there are definitely a few other choices out there worth checking out if you’re looking for a break from the norm. RECOMMENDED: If you prefer watching others performing instead, visit these live music venues in Hong Kong.

Tired of dining at your usual haunts? Thankfully, Hong Kong is never short of new restaurants – that’s why we’ve scoured the city to find you the hottest dining spots to try. This month, grab a table at the first overseas outpost of Kumamoto's famous tsukemen ramen, chef Vicky Lau's casual Yunnanese eatery, and more. Bookmark this page to discover Hong Kong’s best new restaurants!Think we missed a new great dining place in Hong Kong? Shoot us an email at editor.hk@timeout.com so we can check it out!RECOMMENDED:  🍴 Hong Kong’s oldest restaurants you need to visit⭐️ The 50 best restaurants in Hong Kong

The end of a year is always a pretty weird time for everyone. You have the people who are looking forward to the year ahead and busy manifesting their dream lives, the people who spend that ambiguous week between Christmas and New Year’s Eve in a haze of nights out, the people who still feel like the 2000s was like, 10 years ago, and the go-getters who are already compiling their to-do list for 2026. Everyone should have something scheduled for New Year’s Eve, but if drunkenly stumbling around the bar districts or getting roped into rowdy house parties isn’t your ideal way to start the new year, then here are some alternative ways to end 2025 with a bang. RECOMMENDED: Looking for more off-the-beaten path experiences? Check out some of Hong Kong’s secret islands, or add these unexpected activities to your Hong Kong bucket list.  

Hong Kong is packed with superb eateries, but for a truly local vibe, you definitely need to dive into our street food culture. Head to bustling spots like Causeway Bay, Mong Kok, Kwai Fong, or Sham Shui Po, and you’ll encounter an amazing array of snacks sizzling away right on the sidewalks. We’re talking spicy fishballs, crispy egg waffles, chewy cheung fun, and even some seriously stinky tofu. These tasty treats are not only delicious but also super budget-friendly, so you can fill up without emptying your wallet.RECOMMENDED: Head to the best dim sum restaurants in Hong Kong for more authentic local bites.

Hong Kong has long been known as a city of constant change. That frenetic, rejuvenating energy has captured the hearts of many. But with that comes the inevitable loss of culturally significant trades and practices, buildings, and even traditional cuisines. That’s why it’s always important to catch your breath and remember how Hong Kong’s past has shaped its present. Want to get a fuller sense of Hong Kong’s history? You’ve come to the right place. RECOMMENDED: If historic Hong Kong is your thing, check out some of our city’s oldest restaurants.

Christmas is just around the corner, which means it’s time to get all your gift shopping done! Luckily, there’s still a bit of time left to hunt down the perfect treat for the women in your life. If you’re running short on ideas, let our Christmas gift guide for her help you find a thoughtful and meaningful present that the ladies will love. RECOMMENDED: Start planning for the holiday season with our ultimate guide to celebrating Christmas in Hong Kong.

This is it – the final month of the year, and what better way to wrap up the year than making the most of what’s on the city’s social calendar? Whether you’re in the mood for holiday festivities or a family day out, there’s something happening for everyone. From dazzling Christmas displays to foodie pop-ups and art exhibitions, this month has plenty to offer – so make the most of it!

Hong Kong’s spring electronic music event is back under the neon lights this year! In partnership with Sunken, Remy Kerstens and Aurélien Arbez are once again transforming the Big Top at the AIA Carnival into a full-scale dancefloor for one night only. Leading the line-up is the iconic German DJ and electronic music veteran Sven Väth, joined by Ken Fan of the Café del Mar Ibiza sunset experience fame. The night will also see the Nodes Crew, Leon (FR), Mo-Shi, Milam, as well as Nat Dunn behind the decks. General entry tickets range from $580 to $780 inclusive of one drink, and additional drink tokens can also be purchased on the ticketing page. We’ll see you all out there!

Tai Kwun’s yearly lights and projection display is back again, and this year sees the Parade Ground and historic Barrack Block façade as the backdrop for a dive into funky disco. Design and technology studio The Collective has been brought in to create Discotheque Dreams, a production which recalls the revolutionary arrival of disco in Asia. Watch a neon dreamscape unfold across the walls, displaying culturally relevant crafts from both East and West such as lion dance and martial arts films, to Hollywood classics from the 70s – a reflection of Hong Kong’s own mixed identity. For the first time in the five years since InnerGlow has been held, this edition uses technology that allows for real-time audience interaction, inviting visitors to step into the show themselves alongside the projections and live performances. We can already just see everyone boogie-ing in the main courtyard, surrounded by multi-coloured swirling lights and the pulsing rhythm.

Mainland Chinese karaoke chain Mei KTV has opened its first Hong Kong flagship location in Central, in the nightlife district of Lan Kwai Fong. Mei KTV is known for integrating technology such as AI and virtual reality into traditional karaoke. Instead of just plain old belting into a mic, they offer features like AI-powered sound alterations and metaverse-inspired music video production for a more immersive experience catered to a younger crowd. The Hong Kong flagship promises luxurious rooms fitted with full-screen displays and performance stages, along with interactive facilities such as a virtual DJ mixing station.   

The Rescued Feast, billed as Asia’s first-ever sustainable dining experience where all dishes are made using food surplus, is hosting their last dinner of 2025 and donating the proceeds to help the affected residents of Tai Po. This special edition of The Rescued Feast will transform surplus ingredients, food scraps, and unwanted produce into a gourmet meal. Aside from raising awareness about Hong Kong’s food waste, the event will also turn over all the net proceeds to Bethune House, a charity organisation that provides emergency shelter, food, and essential care for migrant domestic workers and others in need, and who are currently supporting those affected by the fire at Wang Fu Court. Tickets are available for $550 per person, which includes the dinner buffet, one drink, a goodie bag with gifts from the event sponsors, and a discount code for Fenxiang since the evening will turn into a late-night disco. You can also purchase raffle tickets to try your luck at winning a range of sustainable prizes during the dinner. These cost $50 for two entries and $100 for five entries – there’s no limit to how many you can buy to increase your winning chances

As the name suggests, this is a little boutique tucked away in Lee Garden, but don’t let its dimunitive size fool you into ignoring it. The Little Shop stocks a carefully curated range of bags, jewellery, scarves, accessories, fragrances, and more – all thoughtfully and deliberately stocked from niche brands around the world. If you’re into one-of-a-kind items, whether as gifts or for yourself, then check out this store.

In response to one of Hong Kong’s most devastating tragedies in several years, JIA Group’s chef will unite at Louise for a one-night-only charitable dinner that goes towards aiding the Hong Kong Red Cross. Culinary talents from Louise, Estro, Mono, Andō, Leela, and 22 Ships will be participating in a cross-cultural menu that includes dishes such as red tuna  with Baikal caviar and Kyoho grapes, langoustines with Ecuadorian cacao expressions, Konkani cod fish curry, and yellow chicken with morel mushrooms and alba white truffles. Priced at $3,888 per diner, including food and wine, all proceeds from this dinner will be donated to the Hong Kong Red Cross, who have been on the frontlines of Tai Po providing emergency relief, shelter support, and psychosocial services to victims affected by the deadly fire.

Chubb Life is running a mini film festival to highlight the lives of dementia patients and their caregivers – the December schedule includes a screening of A Good Child. This Golden Horse Awards nominee is a Singaporean film based on the true story of well-known drag queen Sammi Zhen. Without giving too much away, the plot follows drag queen Jia Hao who returns home after years of estrangement when his mother is diagnosed with dementia. Seeing an opportunity to heal and mend bridges, he leverages her failing memory to make his mother believe that he is a daughter instead of a son.  Catch this excellent queer story and brutally honest depiction of dementia on December 13 at Emperor Cinema in Central. 

Cj Hendry, the hyperrealistic artist behind the flower pool installation in IFC this summer, is back in town for an immersive pop-up exhibition centred around her first-ever collectible toy series. The endearing Juju character has a flower over one eye and long floppy ears, and will be featured in exclusive merchandise only available from this pop-up. From bag charms in 24 variations, handcrafted sculptures limited to eight editions of 100 worldwide, and large-scale drawings to clothing and accessories, this is bound to be a hit with collectors of a pop-infused aesthetic. Catch Juju at the Phillips’ Asia headquarters at WestK, only from November 29 to December 2.

We’ve always said that Hong Kong is always willing to rally as a community when called on, and this is another touching example. Bar veteran Luca Andrei of Lockdown recently sustained serious injuries during the World’s 50 Best Bars festivities, and since he cannot be behind the bar during his long road to recovery, his ‘family’ of Hong Kong bar personalities are stepping up to do it for him. Eight names that any regular bar punter will recognise – including Bar Leone’s Lorenzo Antinori, Beckaly Franks, Amir Javaid of Socio and Gossip, Gagan Gurung, and more – are gathering for one night in a show of solidarity, where all of the proceeds will go directly to Andrei’s medical and living expenses. Rock up to Barcode from 7pm onwards on December 1 to pitch in how you can. 

In a landmark collaboration between the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) and the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) of Egypt, 250 treasures and relics from the land of the Pharaohs will be on display in Hong Kong for nine and a half months. Named ‘Ancient Egypt Unveiled’, this exhibition is the largest, most comprehensive, and longest-running display of ancient Egyptian artefacts Hong Kong has ever seen, displaying archaeological finds loaned straight from Egypt, many of which are being shown outside of their home country for the very first time. Some of our favourite highlights include a set of canopic jars used to store internal organs in the mummification and burial process; statues of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut and Rameses II; painted coffins of wood and stone; a Book of the Dead papyrus scroll; and even an ancient Egyptian toilet seat. Swing by the gift shop to find a wide range of Egypt-related merch, including an adorable series of blind box plushies created by HKPM which depict pharaohs, canopic jars, mummies, and more.

Roughly meaning ‘cheap and amazing’ in Cantonese slang, Peng Leng Jeng is a temporary restaurant concept by Black Sheep which pays homage to Hong Kong’s dai pai dong open-air eateries and their unbeatable, nostalgic flavours.

Founded by jewellery designer Kelly Rolim, Luah focuses on accessories geared towards sporty, outdoors-y types. Each piece of jewellery is waterproof and sweatproof, hypoallergenic, and makeu-friendly. It’s rare to find pretty accessories well-suited to the pool, the gym, and then to a night out, but Luah manages it.

Oh, snap! Kodak Apparel, a South Korean clothing brand officially authorised by Eastman Kodak, has opened its first-ever Hong Kong pop-up store at Airside in Kai Tak. Spanning a massive 2,500 sq ft, the space is a vibrant, retro tribute to the aesthetic of Kodak and film photography, with the brand’s iconic yellow and red as colour accents. If you’ve ever used the hashtag #35mm then you need to visit this time-limited concept store for photo ops and their store opening offers. Photograph: CH What are some highlights of Kodak Apparel in Hong Kong? Hong Kong’s Kodak Apparel store stocks a range of clothing, including the latest autumn/winter collection released at the same time as in Korea. Expect trendy t-shirts, sweaters, jackets, caps, bags, and more, all combining American vintage and Korean street flair. Apart from merch, the store has also taken much care in its design – from the Kodak light box camera at the tills and decorations on store mirrors, to the camera film-patterned pillars, everything looks like it could be a nice photo op. Photograph: CH Kodak Apparel’s store opening offers To celebrate its store launch in Hong Kong, they’ve got a range of offers and experiences for customers to enjoy. Spend a certain amount to redeem or purchase little treats such as limited-edition stickers, keychains, shopping bags, and even the Kodak Charmera digital camera blind box that everyone was going crazy for a while back. Photograph: CH There are also three Korean-style pho

Hong Kong has no shortage of quality French restaurants. In particular, we are most familiar with the elegance and intricacies of French cuisine which many establishments showcase with exceptional flair — think slicing into a micro-dish in a crystal-clad dining room with servers dressed to the nines. But there’s more to French cuisine than your usual fine-dining affair, and Chouchou is here to fill this gap. Set to open on January 26 along Wan Chai’s Ship Street, this contemporary brasserie brings traditional home-style dining to an elevated, Art Nouveau space, with a menu that arguably highlights the crème de la crème of French cuisine: comforting dishes designed to feed the soul.  As the sister restaurant of Babette, we’re pretty sure Chouchou is set to become a neighbourhood favourite. Led by executive chef Cédric Tsia, previously of three-Michelin-starred Amber and one-Michelin-starred Louise, Chouchou’s menu is a celebration of authentic French flavours sans pretentious flair. Highlighted starters include classics such as foie gras au torchon and tartare de boeuf, both designed to whet your appetite for the hearty mains to come.  Photograph: Courtesy Chouchou Dedicated to curating a lively and cosy dining space, Chouchou offers a selection of sharing mains ideal for passing around the table. The canard à l’orange is a whole roasted dry-aged duck glazed with orange and spices, while the traditional tourte Française offers a rustic experience with black truffle, comté, P

Another one bites the dust among Hong Kong’s ‘soy sauce western’ restaurants. Sai Ying Pun’s Sammy’s Kitchen will soon join a growing list of historic local establishments to close their doors for good in recent years, concluding over half a century of operations in the neighbourhood. Second-generation owner Miss Yip points to interior decay and leaks that motivated the closure for renovation. While Miss Yip alluded to the temporary nature of this shutdown, no further dates have been announced for the restaurant’s reopening following some much needed renovation and maintenance work.  The brainchild of Sammy Yip and two friends, Sammy’s Kitchen initially opened in a humble spot on Hong Kong Island’s westside in 1969, before migrating to its current address along Queen’s Road West. Since day one, the menu has focused on serving classic Hong Kong-style ‘soy sauce western’ cuisine – a hyper-localised interpretation of western dishes that’s unique to our city. The down-to-earth nature of Sammy’s prices, dishes, and atmosphere have made this restaurant a staple in Sai Ying Pun over the years.  Photograph: Ann Chiu Having immigrated from mainland China to Hong Kong, founder Yip has led several professions before entering the hospitality industry with a gig at The Repulse Bay. What followed was a successful career as chef and waiter at the city’s star-studded hotels, including the Hilton, the Mandarin Oriental, and the Peninsula, where Yip steadily honed his culinary skills and cur

Since the opening of the West Kowloon High Speed Rail station, travelling between mainland China and Hong Kong has become more convenient than ever. To accommodate for the increased amount of inbound and outbound travellers over the Lunar New Year holidays, 16 direct destinations will be added to the West Kowloon High Speed Rail Line before the Year of the Horse. This increase in direct high-speed train routes will likely attract more mainland tourists to visit Hong Kong during the holidays while allowing citizens to explore parts of China previously disconnected by rail with ease.  The MTR Corporation announced in a press release on January 11 that it will be enhancing these High Speed Rail operations between cities in mainland China and Hong Kong in time for Lunar New Year, adding 16 direct-access destinations to the Hong Kong section of the railway network. Among these new connections are Nanjing, China’s ancient capital best known for its cultural tourism; Wuxi, the scenic Jiangnan destination near Suzhou; and Hefei, a laid-back locale with historic charm.  Photograph: Candida Ng / AFP Meanwhile, MTR will also increase the frequencies of the Shanghai Hongqiao sleeper train service departing from the West Kowloon terminus. From January 26, three round-trip trains will run to and from Shanghai Hongqiao Station daily, with intermediate stops at Hefeinan, Nahjingnan, and Wuxidong – previously, there were four high-speed trains running between Hong Kong and Shanghai each wee

Much has been made about Wong Kar-wai’s seminal and arguably most famous film In the Mood for Love, from its cinematography, costume designs, careful use of light and shadows, and phenomenal casting of Tony Leung and Maggie Cheung – and rightly so! But while you’re drowning in the aesthetic beauty and yearning of it all, it’s easy to let slip the fact that Wong’s music choices are also remarkable. The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) now places the spotlight on the film soundtrack with an extremely limited screening of In the Mood for Love, accompanied by the music being played live. A special programme launched to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Hong Kong International Film Festival, ‘In the Mood for Love in Concert’ will run for only three performances. The entire film will be screened with HK Phil providing the music under the baton of award-winning conductor Joshua Tan, who is the principal conductor of the Singapore National Youth Orchestra.  Photograph: Courtesy Jet Tone Production / Paradis Films For those who may not be familiar with the film, this cinematic masterpiece follows a pair of neighbours in 60s Hong Kong who struggle against their feelings for each other after discovering that their respective spouses are cheating. Yearning, repression, and regrets live painfully and beautifully in the lingering glances, stolen moments, and curls of cigarette smoke of Christopher Doyle’s stylish shots. All of this is enhanced by the wonderfully diverse mus

Tai Kwun is honestly one of Hong Kong’s most successfully revitalised heritage venues, and one thing they nail is making the most out of the beauty of the old police station compound’s neoclassical buildings. And what better way to show off the masonry, arches, and Doric columns of Tai Kwun than with the immersive light art show InnerGlow?  This year sees the Parade Ground and historic Barrack Block façade as the backdrop for a dive into funky disco. Design and technology studio The Collective has been brought in to create Discotheque Dreams, a production which recalls the revolutionary arrival of disco in Asia. Watch a neon dreamscape unfold across the walls, displaying culturally relevant crafts from both East and West such as lion dance and martial arts films, to Hollywood classics from the 70s – a reflection of Hong Kong’s own mixed identity. Photograph: Courtesy Tai Kwun For the first time in the five years since InnerGlow has been held, this edition uses technology that allows for real-time audience interaction, inviting visitors to step into the show themselves alongside the projections and live performances. We can already just see everyone boogie-ing in the main courtyard, surrounded by multi-coloured swirling lights and the pulsing rhythm. Aside from the InnerGlow activities, the Searchlight mentorship also returns to Tai Kwun for its third year, presenting a showcase of alumni artists that will run in parallel to InnerGlow. A 30-minute show of new presentations b

Call it PTSD, but our stomachs swoop a little whenever we see a text-heavy image from our favourite brands on social media – which usually implies some sort of scandal and apology, or a closure announcement. Historic tea house Lin Heung Lau almost sent us spiralling recently when they posted a similar notice on Instagram, announcing that their Central branch will not be around for much longer. Thankfully, in the same breath, the brand also reassured Hong Kong foodies that they will be reopening elsewhere. Lin Heung Lau has been a staple in our city for over 100 years, though they have been plagued with a handful of financing and closure scares during their long history. It shuttered during the summer of 2022 after struggling during the pandemic, but eventually reopened in April 2024. The traditional tea house on the corner of Wellington Street and Aberdeen Street is widely known for being one of the last remaining eateries in Hong Kong that still serve dim sum out of old-school trolleys. Photograph: Joshua Lin This time, there will be no close save, as their premises are slated for redevelopment by this April. “We are honoured to have become a landmark in Central and a part of your daily lives. This remains our greatest pride,” Lin Heung Lau said in its statement. Keeping things positive, they also declared they will continue the dim sum culinary tradition of ‘one teapot two dishes’ with Hong Kong diners and persist in their century-old bond with the city. Photograph: Josh

If you’re someone who is willing to go to great lengths to get your hands on a well-made matcha latte – perhaps even the kind of person who would make travel plans to Uji just to experience the freshest green tea leaves – this one’s for you: a new premium tea shop has opened in Hong Kong and it’s dedicated to all things matcha!  Founded by Joey Yu, Aokomi at Island Crest in Sai Ying Pun promotes authentic Japanese tea culture through a ‘tencha-to-matcha’ philosophy. Instead of using pre-milled matcha in powder form, Aokomi specialises in brewing matcha beverages directly from tencha (whole tea leaves) that’s been freshly ground. How this deep commitment to freshness is achieved is through the shop’s own stone mill, making Aokomi the first and only matcha brand in Hong Kong with an in-store matcha mill.  Photograph: Courtesy Aokomi Aokomi imports its tencha leaves from farms in Uji, Japan – long considered one of the leading global producers of premium, ceremonial-grade matcha – concentrating on farmers who follow the principles of shizen-shitate cultivation, a labour-intensive traditional growing method that gives free rein to tea bushes to grow without being trimmed. Eventually, the leaves are harvested completely by hand.  Aokomi exclusively uses and grinds first-harvest tencha, so the aroma and flavour remain superior. Its temperature- and humidity-controlled milling room is imperative to preserving the tencha’s high quality, as is the slow speed of the stone mill as it

ARMYs, are you ready? BTS’ long-awaited comeback is finally here! Real ones already knew major news was on the way when the band’s official Instagram account was reset on New Year’s Day, but now we have official confirmation. After a hiatus that lasted more than three years due to mandatory military service in South Korea, the seven-member music act has announced a 2026-2027 world tour which kicks off in April and runs through till March 2027. Almost 80 dates have been confirmed across Asia, North and South America, Europe, and Australia, with the promise that other dates for Japan, the Middle East, and more territories are still to come. This comeback tour will also feature a 360-degree, in-the-round stage design, for maximum admiration from all angles – a first for a K-pop stadium tour. As for Hong Kong, we’ll be seeing RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook on March 4, 6, and 7, 2027. Given the scale of the concert and the stage setup requirements, it’s safe to assume that they will be playing in the Kai Tak Stadium. Photograph: Facebook / BTS (방탄소년단) We’re not going to sugarcoat it: it looks like ticket sales are going to be brutal. The last time BTS went on tour was their 2021-2022 ‘Permission to Dance on Stage’ era, so even though the members have been keeping fans fed with a steady stream of content since they staggered their individual returns to the limelight – J-Hope went on his solo ‘Hope on the Stage’ tour; Jin did his ‘RunSeokjin Ep.’ tour; Jimin and Jun

Hong Kong is seeing a rise of mega events that blends a jovial festival atmosphere with a diverse range of offerings, whether it be edge-of-your-seat matches, live performances, indulgent food and drinks, or locally produced goods. One such event that we’ve got on our social radar this season is Liv Golf Hong Kong. What makes this year’s edition of the international golf tournament-turned-well-rounded festival even better is that Liv Golf is bringing Australian DJ Dom Dolla to Hong Kong this March!  Returning for another year to the landscaped fields of Hong Kong Golf Club, the annual Liv Golf Hong Kong is bringing a wave of excitement to the city over four days. Visitors can expect a festival of live music performances from top local and international DJs, delicious street eats, and family-friendly activities, all centred around a global golf tournament. A highlight of each year’s event is the Saturday night concert, where Liv Golf invites world-class musicians to set the stage for the tournament from the first swing through the final putt. In 2026, fans can look forward to a high-energy Hong Kong debut performance by Dom Dolla.  Photograph: Facebook / Dom Dolla After an electrifying year in his career that included sold-out shows at New York’s Madison Square Garden and London’s Alexandra Palace, as well as a headline gig at Lollapalooza, Dom Dolla has risen to fame as one of the hottest names in music. Riding on this high, the artist has recently released smash hits such

As most people who are interested in drinks, nightlife, and bar culture will know by now, Hong Kong’s very own Bar Leone has just been awarded first place in the World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 ceremony on Wednesday, October 8. This friendly neighbourhood watering hole in Sheung Wan has only been around for two years, but it has already broken so much ground, debuting as the Best Bar in Asia and winning second place in World’s 50 Best Bars in 2024, and finally being awarded this highest accolade this year. We’ve already reported last month that Bar Leone is set to open a new location in Shanghai, and we took the chance at the World’s 50 Best Bars ceremony to grill the co-founders about their plans, so here’s what we know about Bar Leone 2.0. Photograph: Courtesy Bar Leone It will be a larger space than Hong Kong’s original bar Bar Leone is not really small by any means, but anyone who’s been there for a filthy martini will know that the queues can go down the block and once you’ve made it through the doors, you’re often still rubbing shoulders with your neighbours. Their new space in Shanghai is going to be spread out over two floors, so fingers crossed that it’ll be easier to get in! They’ll be serving low-alcohol options alongside regular cocktails Bar Leone’s ethos has always been ‘cocktail popolari’ – cocktails for the people – and that means drinks that are accessible and approachable. The team will therefore be catering to all bar-goers by offering lighter sips and low-ABV

We have unfortunate news: quiet bookish types who just want a pleasant place to curl up with a good read will soon have one less hang out. Popular local bookstore Eslite has announced the closure of its Tsim Sha Tsui store after a decade of operation on the harbourfront. While this is sad tidings for fellow book lovers in Hong Kong, the silver lining is that this should only be a temporary hiatus, as the brand has hinted at relocating to another spot in the same neighbourhood.  Eslite opened its two-storey shop at Star House in 2015, offering local bibliophiles a tranquil and spacious spot to shop, browse, and dive deep into a newfound read. A highlight of this waterfront location is, of course, the cosy reading nook that comes with sweeping harbour views. In true Eslite fashion, the space also features local lifestyle brands alongside quaint cafés, transforming the bookish venue with a touch of inspiring creativity. Complete with minimalist wooden interiors, Eslite TST has been praised as one of the most diverse and aesthetically pleasing bookstores in Hong Kong, and one of the most beloved hang out spots for local youths and bookworms on the Kowloon side.  The Eslite Spectrum Tsim Sha Tsui store will close in the second quarter of 2026, hopefully with the relocation and opening of the new shop to follow in the same quarter. Before it packs things up for good, fellow bibliophiles should snatch up deals on books and lifestyle goods at their closing sale! From now until Februa