Celia Lee

There are many ways to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, such as admiring the full moon, spending time with family and friends, or solving lantern riddles. If you ask us, our favourite way to get into the festive spirit is to stuff our faces with mooncakes. From timeless fillings like lotus seed paste with salted egg yolks to creative flavours like chocolate, tea custard, or cured ham, there are plenty of mooncakes to try. In preparation for the autumnal festival falling on October 6, we’ve gathered some of the best mooncakes you can get your hands on this year.RECOMMENDED: Mark your Mid-Autumn Festival with an indulgent family meal at Hong Kong's best restaurants.

On October 26, beloved speakeasy, restaurant, and live music venue Foxglove announced its closure through a heartfelt Instagram post, posted through the words of its fictional founder, Frank Minza. The news came as a shock to both the bar’s regulars and Hong Kong’s live music scene.  Over its decade of operation, Foxglove has undoubtedly become a staple in the city’s nightlife and entertainment industry. Its 1950s-inspired interiors offered an extravagant recluse for creatives, gourmands, and everyone in between. The speakeasy-style restobar was known for its innovative cocktails, live music performances, and a menu of delectable dim sum. It certainly also helped that Foxglove’s iconic entrance masquerades as a fancy Kingsman-like umbrella store, and customers have to pull the correct one to access the restaurant proper. As one of the few Hong Kong venues offering a platform for local and international talents, Foxglove’s presence will be dearly missed once its doors shut permanently.  Photograph: Courtesy Foxglove But rest assured, the speakeasy is going out with a bang. From now until the end of December, regulars and fans of Foxglove can expect its usual offerings plus seasonal specials as Halloween and Christmas roll around. Highlights of upcoming performances include sets by On Point, Chris Palanco, The Carpio Brothers, and The Bloodest Saxophone.  Meanwhile, visitors can continue to enjoy Foxglove’s 10th anniversary dining offer. At $280 for lunch and $380 for dinner,

Hong Kong’s favourite budget airline is celebrating its 12th year of operations with an attractive promotion! HK Express Airways’ 12th anniversary offer features unmissable deals on one-way fares that go as low as $12. On top of heavily discounted plane tickets, travellers can also upgrade their journeys with HK Express’ ‘Inflight Part Celebration Set’, which includes a complimentary blueberry mousse cake, greeting card, two drinks, and a surprise gift. Here’s when and how to buy tickets, what destinations are included, and more.  What destinations are included? As an airline that primarily services southern and southeast Asian destinations, HK Express’ anniversary promotion will cover most of its regular short haul routes. Eligible destinations include Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and mainland China.  What travel dates do the promotion cover?  Rest assured, you’ll have ample time to plan for your upcoming holiday as the 12th Anniversary Ultra Offer covers travel dates from April 14, 2026 to March 17, 2027.  How much are discounted tickets? The promotion applies to all round-trip flights departing from Hong Kong during the designated travel period.  For flights to Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, Taiwan, and mainland China, travellers can enjoy one-way ‘Lite’ fares at $12 per person, which includes a small personal item and a carry-on baggage, and one-way ‘Essential’ fares at $112 per person, which includes a small per

The popular Japanese mascot series Namagaki is taking over Festival Walk in Kowloon Tong with a themed installation! Since Namagaki characters began popping up inside claw machines and arcades across town, so many hearts have been captured by their simple yet lovable designs and adorably blank expressions. The Namagaki Festival features a series of installations and exhibits for fans to take pictures with, as well as a charming merch pop-up with exclusive items for sale. Photograph: Courtesy Yell / Festival Walk At the centre of the installation is a four-metre-tall giant oyster can, where Namagaki characters spill out alongside rainbow-coloured sweets. Right next door is the pastel-coloured Namagaki Washoku House, where cute oyster characters act as chef and waiter at this makeshift traditional Japanese eatery. See if you can spot the pink pumpkins dotted around the space – it’s the installation’s discreet nod to the upcoming spooky season.  Beyond photo ops, fans will definitely delight in browsing through the themed pop-up store housing over 100 exclusive Namagaki products, including 80 first launches in Hong Kong that span everything from stationery to t-shirts and tote bags. Don’t forget to stop by the Namagaki claw machine and the collectible trading card capsule machine for an adorable surprise!  Photograph: Courtesy Festival Walk In the spirit of Halloween, Festival Walk is inviting visitors to trick or treat around designated stores in the mall. Exclusive to My F

The Hong Kong Space Museum has launched a brand-new 3D dome show catered to little Einsteins and space-loving adults. Instead of a documentary-style short film like its 2D counterpart ‘T. Rex’, ‘The Great Solar System Adventure 3D’ offers an immersive journey across space. The 25-minute animation takes audiences through the characteristics and composition of planets in the Solar System, with the witty Great Schiaparelli acting as a tour guide for your cosmic adventure. Hopping on magical orrery – that’s one of those old-school mechanical models of the solar system – you’ll journey through Mercury’s extreme weather and Neptune’s raging winds, escape Venus’ high pressure atmosphere and Jupiter’s lightning storms, marvel at Saturn’s rings and Uranus’ unusual sideways orbital, and make an exciting landing on Mars.  Photograph: Courtesy Hong Kong Space Museum  ‘The Great Solar System Adventure 3D’ replaces the museum’s previous 3D dome show programme exploring the Arctic wilderness. This interstellar voyage is a perfect way to end a day of wandering through the cosmos within the egg-shaped building on the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront.  The show will run until October 14, 2026, with screening times at 2pm and 6.30pm on weekdays, 12.30pm and 5pm on weekends and public holidays at the Space Theatre. Tickets are priced from $15 to $40 per person.  Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox Recommended stories: P

Following the success of their first pop-up, Stanley 1913 has launched an actual store in Hong Kong! The dedicated retailer is now open at Lane Crawford in Harbour City, where anyone who needs an emotional support bottle can browse through the most comprehensive collection of Stanley products in town.  This new location reflects the brand’s dedication to simplicity and utility, with a vibrantly coloured space that catches the eye as you walk past the men’s section, where iconic Stanley cups line the walls in aesthetically-pleasing colour gradients.  Photograph: Courtesy Lane Crawford While you’re stocking up on tumblers, mugs, and cups for the coming winter, take the time to also experience the personalisation services at Stanley’s new store. Once you’ve acquired your new favourite liquid container, make it your own by decorating with a wide range of accessories from the personalisation station in the middle of the store. For $50 to $100, you can customise your Stanley cup with everything from knitted bottle caps and beaded straps to engravings.  Prices for Stanley products start from $238. Stanley 1913’s new store is located on the third floor in Lane Crawford at 3 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, and is open from 10am to 9pm daily.  Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox Recommended stories: Baby Namagaki oysters take over Festival Walk, with exclusive merchandise for sale Where to eat seasonal hai

Michelin Guide has unveiled its global Keys selection for 2025 earlier this month. This year’s inaugural edition honours over 2,000 properties worldwide while recommending over 5,000 commendable destinations for their excellent hospitality. In Hong Kong and Macau, 18 properties were awarded this esteemed accolade, split across three categories like their Michelin stars for restaurants: One Key, Two Keys, and Three Keys.  Among these 18 top-notch hotels in our territories, The Peninsula Hong Kong was awarded two keys for its world-class service and old-world glamour, while the harmonious marriage of modern luxury and urban quirkiness earned The Upper House two keys for this year as well. Rosewood Hong Kong was awarded the highest accolade – Three Keys – for its understated interiors, comprehensive wellness facility, and spectacular sweeping harbour views offered in its rooms.  Photograph: Courtesy Morpheus, City of Dreams While Macau’s properties have yet to receive a three-key distinction, four hotels were awarded two keys for offering exceptional stays to their guests. City of Dreams – Morpheus stands out with its Hadidian architecture and culinary destinations, while three properties in the Cotai Lisboa integrated resort – The Karl Lagerfeld, Palazzo Versace Macau, and Grand Lisboa Palace Macau – received two keys each for their distinctive Sino-Portuguese design and unapologetic glamour.  The Michelin Key for Hotels recognises the most outstanding properties around the w

After gracing the city with their electric presence back in 2023, pop-rock legends OneRepublic is making a much-anticipated return to Hong Kong next year! As part of their ‘From Asia, With Love’ Tour, the band will greet fans at the AsiaWorld-Arena on Saturday, February 21, 2026.  Since OneRepublic’s last performance in the city, the six-piece band has continued to amass a global following with hit tracks such as I Ain’t Worried, Run, and Fire. Fans can likely expect a comprehensive setlist featuring all the hits from the band’s robust repertoire, including classics like Counting Stars and Apologize as well as recent releases.  Tickets are priced from $599 to $899. The Gold VIP package will secure you early entry, a commemorative laminate and lanyard with exclusive OneRepublic content, a VIP gift, and priority merch shopping, while the On-Stage Photo VIP package contains all the above and also a group photo opportunity by a professional photographer on OneRepublic’s stage itself. If you’re a Live Nation member, secure tickets during the Live Nation pre-sale between 2pm and 11.59pm on October 23. General tickets will then be available at Cityline from 2pm on October 24.  Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox Recommended stories: Speaking with Time Out’s Best Young Chefs 2025 winner, Frankie Wong from Ankôma Asia’s 3 most valuable art pieces this year were all sold in Hong Kong Pet-friendly outdoor

After a seven-year wait, the MAMA Awards is finally returning to Hong Kong this November! This year’s venue host, Kai Tak Stadium, has just announced that priority tickets will go live this Friday, with general tickets going on sale shortly after.  Mnet announced the nominees for each category of the awards at yesterday on Thursday, October 16, and K-pop fans worldwide were excited to see some of the biggest names in the genre appear on voting forms, including Seventeen, Stray Kids, Le Sserafim, IU, aespa, Blackpink, and BTS. You know what this means – there’s a chance we’ll get to see all of them in person right in Hong Kong! Tickets to the 2025 MAMA Awards are priced at $1,299, $1,699, or $2,599 for partially restricted views, and from $899 to $2,599 for seated entry. All $2,599 ticket holders can also access an exclusive entrance to the venue.  The Visa Infinite Presale runs from 10am to 2pm on Friday, October 17, and the Visa Presale from 6pm on the same day to 2pm on Saturday, October 18, exclusively on Cityline. General sales for the public is then available from 10am on Monday, October 20 at Cityline, Damai, Trip.com, and Qoo10. Tickets are predicted to sell out as soon as possible, so snatch yours before they’re gone!  Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox Recommended stories: The latest Hong Kong food news and events 2025 Autumnal weather to arrive in Hong Kong next week, with temperatur

This hot and typhoon-heavy summer is finally, blessedly, coming to an end. The Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) forecasts a significant drop in temperatures from next Monday, October 20, that will likely persist until Friday. Northeastern winds are due to strengthen gradually over the weekend, bringing with it welcome autumnal weather.  It will still be relatively hot for the rest of this week, with the mercury likely reaching a high of 28 degrees Celsius on Saturday, October 18, but starting to dip into the low 20s come next Monday and Tuesday. This welcomed cool spell is the combined effect of an intense northeast monsoon and a low pressure system developing over the east Philippines Sea. Set to reach their peak intensity at the northeastern part of the South China Sea over the weekend, expect moderate wind speeds and a few showers to arrive alongside a fall in temperature starting next Wednesday, October 22. At the time of publication, the HKO predicts temperatures will fall to 21 degrees Celsius next Wednesday and Thursday. In the meantime, expect continuous fine and hot weather until this Friday as an anticyclone makes its way across Guangdong. So, don’t abandon your sunscreens and portable fans just yet and keep an eye on the weather forecast on HKO’s website. Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox Recommended stories: Kowloon Shangri-La’s highly popular Japanese bread breakfast buffet is back Th

While the majority of Hong Kong’s nightlife centres around Central’s LKF and Tsim Sha Tsui’s Knutsford Terrace, there is a relatively underground scene that’s been serving local youths for decades. These nightclubs are popular among Hong Kong’s younger generations for their affordable entertainment and a focus on indie music. Slap is one such staple in Mong Kok’s nightlife scene and a venue attached with fond memories for many local youths.  The owners of Slap announced the club’s closure through a social media post on October 5, citing various reasons for their decision, including poor building maintenance, difficulties with food and drink permits, as well as continued operational issues since the club flooded in August 2025.  The news came as a surprise to dwellers of Hong Kong’s underground scene, and a shock to the growing community that Slap has managed to amass over its eight-month operation. On October 25, Slap will host one final party at its Mong Kok location, with the lineup yet to be announced and tickets on sale now.  Slap’s closure will mark the third underground venue to close in Hong Kong since 2020. This dwindling number could represent a public disinterest in alternative and indie forms of entertainment, but the encouraging crowds that have been drawn to Slap by its closing announcement is hard to ignore. There is a clear demand for underground clubs like Slap in this city, and fans should remain hopeful for new – and perhaps – returning venues in the future.

Fellow brunch lovers will be delighted to know that La Petite Maison (LPM) is celebrating its seventh anniversary in Hong Kong with a revamped brunch menu. Mark your calendars for October 18, and make your way to the French Riviera-inspired bistro for a unique dining experience.  The anniversary menu will feature a curation of La Petite Maison’s signatures over the years, including the refreshing burrata and tomato toast and fresh tuna tartine from the unlimited starters selection, as well as the infinitely tender slow-cooked duck confit for mains. Another highlighted main dish is the seasonal pan-seared scallops, where the succulent shellfish is served on a bed of creamy butternut squash and cauliflower. And of course, no brunch at LPM is complete without a bite of its signature French toast.  Photograph: Courtesy La Petite Maison As always, LPM’s brunch comes with a zero-ABV and two alcoholic pairing options, pours of French champagnes, or cocktails from the restaurant’s new Déjà Vu collection. Raise a glass to this beloved restaurant’s latest milestone as you dig into a delectable brunch spread, all set against a curated live DJ playlist that transports you from the bustling streets of Hong Kong to the laid-back alleys of the French Riviera.  LPM will be serving their seventh anniversary brunch from 12 noon to 2pm on Saturday, October 18. Prices start from $688 per person.  Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, st

Black Sheep Restaurant’s latest venture takes inspiration from the buzzy bodegas and dive bars of New York’s Lower East Side. Determined to introduce the distinctive grit and chaos of this NYC neighbourhood to Hong Kong, chef Josh Stumbaugh and writer Nate Erickson channelled their lived experiences in the city to create Looseys.  While the vibe of this new bar certainly captures Lower East Side’s grimy charm, Looseys diverges from its inspiration in quality of food and drink offerings. You’ll find a rounded line-up of cocktails expertly curated by one of America’s best bartenders, Jeff Bell – expect a mean Bloody Mary, unbeatable Micheladas, as well as a dirty pickleback.  Photograph: Courtesy Black Sheep Restaurants Meanwhile, chef Matthew Kirkley also lends his distinctive flair to Looseys’ menu, creating a range of mouthwatering iconic street food such as roller dogs and half-sour pickles. If there’s a drinking hole in Hong Kong that’ll transport you straight to the eclectic streets of the LES, it’s this one right here. Looseys is now open from 12 noon till late between Wednesdays and Sundays at 25-26 Staunton Street. Whether you find yourself in Soho at midday or after a long night of partying, hit up Looseys for a rejuvenating hot dog, Italian hero, or chopped cheese, and wash it all down with one of its perfectly shaken cocktails. Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox Recommended stories