Jenny Leung

Omakase – which literally translates to ‘I’ll leave it to you’ – is the ultimate expression of trust between a diner and a chef, leaving the menu entirely in the hands of the masters behind the counter. Of course, with Japanese food practically being a religion here in Hong Kong, you can find this style of premium dining all over the city. But with prices ranging from a few hundred bucks to several thousand dollars a head, you need to know exactly which ones are worth the splurge. To help you navigate the scene, we’ve rounded up the top omakase spots in Hong Kong to see which ones offer the absolute best value for your money. 

To celebrate the 29th anniversary of the HKSAR establishment, the government has teamed up with various venues, transport operators, and businesses across the city to offer a wide array of holiday perks. Since the public holiday lands smack in the middle of the week on a Wednesday, it's the absolute perfect excuse to break up the grind and explore the city on a budget. Whether you want to hop across the harbour for zero dollars, check out a world-class museum exhibition, or score big discounts at your favourite local restaurants, here's your ultimate guide to hacking the holiday. RECOMMENDED: Down for more free stuff? Check out these amazing free things you can do in Hong Kong.

The rise of craft cocktail culture has firmly plugged Shenzhen into the global drinking circuit. If you’re planning to head up north for a weekend escape, it’s worth carving out some time for a well-mixed glass and to explore the city’s nightlife scene. For first-timers, make sure you’ve got all the travel documents needed, and remember to set up your digital wallets beforehand so you won’t be left awkwardly fumbling at the register!

Dragon Boat Festival wouldn’t be complete without enjoying a classic rice dumpling to celebrate the holiday. These traditional treats are typically stuffed to the brim with assorted savoury ingredients like dried seafood and meat, or red bean paste for a sweet alternative – but both options are equally as tantalising. Keep reading below to find our top picks for this year. RECOMMENDED: Read up on the origins of the Dragon Boat Festival, you might learn something you didn't know before!

A great steak relies on very little, which is exactly why the details matter so much. Whether it’s the origin of the cattle, the secret spice rubs, a specific rare cut, or the way it chars, Hong Kong’s chefs are finding plenty of ways to iterate on the classic. If you’re in the mood for a fine slab of meat, we’ve put together a list of our favourite steak restaurants in the city. Whatever your preference, you’ll find it right here. RECOMMENDED: Prefer something else instead? Grab a table at the best hotpot restaurants in Hong Kong.

The Dragon Boat Festival is one of our favourite traditional festivals celebrated in Hong Kong. Aside from getting some carb-action with a variety of rice dumplings and watching dragon boat races, how much do you know about this holiday? From its origin and customs to festivities that take place all across the city, our handy guide will take you through everything there is to know about celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival in Hong Kong. RECOMMENDED:  🐲 10 Things you might not know about the Dragon Boat Festival🍽️ Hong Kong's top Cantonese restaurants

You don’t need any occasion to show your appreciation for someone with some beautiful blooms, but they sure do make a celebration that much more special. Even if you don’t have a lavish present or a Michelin-starred booking in the works, a beautiful bouquet of flowers can still be a lovely gift to melt someone’s heart. From well-established spots to modern florists with a hipster spin, here are some of our favourite places to pick up blooms. RECOMMENDED:  🕰 The latest Hong Kong shopping news🛍 Places for cheap shopping

Being a sports fan in Hong Kong requires a certain level of dedication. Most of the time, supporting your team means battling brutal time-zone differences, sacrificing a decent night’s sleep, and cheering at a screen in the dead of night while your neighbours are fast asleep. The good news is – you don’t have to suffer alone. The city is packed with excellent watering holes that are more than happy to host your late-night viewings, complete with massive screens, pub grub, and pints poured well into the early hours. Whether you’re gearing up for the upcoming World Cup madness or just catching a weekend match, these are the best sports bars in Hong Kong to watch the drama unfold.

With Father’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to lock in a celebratory feast that’s guaranteed to impress good ol’ dad. Luckily, Hong Kong’s chefs are bringing plenty of excitement to the table for this special day, serving up everything from marble-perfect Wagyu to whiskey-infused feasts. Read on as we round up the absolute best dining spots to toast the old man in style this year.

To some, Buddha’s Birthday is just another public holiday on the calendar, but to many others, the birth of the Buddha is a deeply meaningful celebration – but what is it really all about? Keep scrolling as we explain the ins and outs of this important day. RECOMMENDED: See what's happening in Hong Kong for the rest of the month.

Going for a quick trip across the border from Hong Kong to Shenzhen? Whether it's for a well-earned shopping spree, a satisfying meal, or a soothing massage, travelling across the border to Shenzhen is much easier than you think. But between pushing through the crowds at customs, trying not to get unnecessarily nervous when they check your ID, and navigating the area without Google Maps, it can all get a tad overwhelming. The good news is, we're here to help. From the fastest transport to border hacks and requirements, along with a few must-download apps to get you prepared, here's everything you need to know before you go.

With the influx of new and trendy coffee brands, Hong Kong’s café scene has been brewing strong for many years now, but thanks to our historical links to Chinese tea culture, and colonial past, tea drinking is still very much part of Hong Kong. So, whether you prefer traditional Chinese tea from decade-old shops or contemporary blends from modern teahouses, read on for some of the top places to stock up on some quality tea. RECOMMENDED: Need something stronger in your cup? Check out these limited edition boozy gifts for Chinese New Year.

For two nights only on June 28 and 29, Little Bao is teaming up with Shanghai’s cult-favourite pasta bar Yaya’s for the latest instalment of the ‘Baodown’ series. Hosted at Little Bao’s new home in Central, this exclusive collaboration brings together chefs May Chow and Dan Li to present a unique six-course menu that blends playful Chinese flavours with handmade Italian pasta. Priced at $680 per person, the event features three nightly seatings (5.30pm, 7.15pm, and 9pm) with limited space per session – so secure your spot fast!

The annual Pocari Sweat Run Fest returns to the Hong Kong Science Park on November 15, offering an energetic mix of fitness, wellness, and entertainment. Perfect for all fitness levels, the event features 3km, 5km, and 10km individual races, alongside group Team Cups and a brand-new, family-friendly 1km obstacle course designed for teams of two to four. Beyond the tracks, participants can dive into pre-race training sessions, wellness workshops, yoga, and dance classes, all wrapping up with a live music concert featuring a star-studded lineup. Public online registration is now open, with early-bird discounts available for those who sign up before July 16.

Japan's hugely popular Flower Miffy boutique has officially made its grand Hong Kong debut, hopping into Causeway Bay for a limited summer run. Fusing minimalist floral designs with the adorable Dutch rabbit, the pop-up features a Flower Buffet where customers can create their very own plush flower bouquet and get their hands on a huge selection of themed merch, homeware, gardening accessories, and more. Big spenders looking to expand their Miffy collections can also walk away with limited-edition instant photo-style plastic collectable cards with any purchase of $300 or more.

The king of fruits is staging a takeover at The Mills as the wildly popular Summer Durian Paradise Market returns for one weekend only. Running from 1pm to 8pm across June 13 and 14, the indoor food festival brings together 14 of Hong Kong's best local independent brands to serve up an array of creative treats and market-exclusive desserts. Durian lovers can explore a wonderfully pungent lineup featuring everything from lava cheese tarts and sago pudding tarts to freeze-dried White Rabbit Candy and chewy dipping mochi. If your idea of a perfect weekend involves a sugar high and an unapologetically strong aroma, you know exactly where to go.

The Dragon Boat Festival is back! Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races will be taking over Victoria Harbour (Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade) on June 27 and 28, featuring more than 220 elite teams from 16 countries and regions. Spectators can catch all the world-class action for free from the shoreline, or explore the TST waterfront where there'll be festive street food along the Dragon Boat Food Lane, cold brews and live music at the Beer Garden, festive photo spots, interactive cultural workshops, and lots more fun activities that will get you into the festive spirit.  Want to make the most of the long weekend? Head over to our full guide on the Dragon Boat Festival to find out more about the races, the history behind this holiday, along with the customs and traditions that go with it.  

Play Stuff Fest is back and it's turning PMQ into a retro fast-food toy diner! For three days only, the even makes its grand return with a limited-time toy diner concept dubbed Toy Guys, gathering more than 40 independent design brands and collectives from across Hong Kong, Bangkok, Seoul, and Taipei. Beyond browsing rare drops and exclusive character merch from beloved local studios, visitors can catch live graffiti painting, sharing sessions from artists, and interactive workshops to sculpt their own mini hamburgers. Real food trucks and stalls like Sick! Burger, teemtonefai, and Treble Coffee will also be on-site to keep you fuelled. Tickets for adults are $20 each (kids aged 12 and under can enter for free), and early-bird ticket holders will even score a limited-edition mini blind box figure to take home.

Clear your weekend from June 19 to 21 as one of the region's largest trading card shows returns. Taking over the Grand Ballroom at the Hopewell Hotel, Grade10 Fest Summer 2026 brings together over 120 global exhibitors from the UK, the US, Japan, and beyond. This year's top attraction is the Pokémon Dojo celebrating the franchise's 30th anniversary, where fans can marvel at tens of millions of dollars worth of ultra-rare vintage treasures in person – including the legendary 1998 ‘Pikachu Illustrator’ card and a first-edition Charizard signed by artist Mitsuhiro Arita.  The action-packed weekend also features an immersive ‘Journey Through Time’ exhibition mapping out three golden eras of the Pokémon franchise, alongside an exclusive card launch and live performances by Taiwanese sports cheerleading squad Peach Girls. Tickets are now available for purchase via Experience 11 and Popticket.

Running from August 1 to September 6, 2026, ‘Chiikawa Artiverse’ splits its adorable antics across four immersive zones at K11 Musea, featuring more than 130 original character sketches, interactive music setups, larger-than-life character installations, and the world's first Chiikawa-themed carousel, the Chiikawa-Go-Round. Advance ticket packages go on priority sale via Klook at 3pm on June 11, giving fans the exclusive chance to bag global debut merchandise, pick up interactive gadgets, or even reserve a seat for a spin on the adorable carousel.

Curated by local artist armechan, Pocket Art is Hong Kong’s first art collection card exhibition. Running at PMQ from May 29 to June 21, this unique showcase brings together 10 local and overseas artists – including comic master Li Chi Tak, Rex Koo, Lio Yeung, Erika Shiba, Abby Lee Yan Yee, and many more – to shrink contemporary art into palm-sized masterpieces. Visitors can hold, swap, and build their own mini art collection with various packs offering nearly 200 collectable cards, and there’ll even be grading and authentication services from Grading Eleven Authentication so you can seal your card inside exclusive protective slabs. If you prefer to wear your art, the exhibition has also partnered with local fashion brand Grocery to translate the visual motifs of the art cards into wearable daily items.

It's time to dine like royalty with Chinesology’s new ‘Tales of History’ tasting menu, launched in a unique collaboration with the Hong Kong Museum of History. Running from now until July 31, this limited-time menu offers a contemporary Cantonese reinterpretation of the legendary Manchu-Han Imperial Feast – a historic grand banquet famously known for serving more than 100 dishes over multiple days. Designed by chef Saito Chau alongside cultural scholars and culinary masters, the condensed eight or 10-course menu translates historic recipes into stunning modern delicacies, including stewed geoduck in 20-year-aged Huadiao wine, slow-simmered bird’s nest, and roasted Ningxia beach lamb. If you’re ready for a true feast fit for an emperor, remember to book your table at least seven days in advance to allow for the extensive preparation required.

Catch the ultimate golden hour experience at K11 Musea as its sixth-floor Sculpture Park transforms into Sips by the Sea, an open-air sky bar overlooking Victoria Harbour. Running from May 16 to 31 on Fridays, weekends, and public holidays, this breezy pop-up brings together a crew of veterans from Asia’s 50 Best Bars to serve a stellar lineup of exclusive cocktails designed to mirror the changing colours of the sunset. Guests can sip on bespoke creations from Bangkok's legendary Opium Bar, Seoul’s whimsical speakeasy Alice Cheongdam, as well as beloved local bars Tell Camellia and Socio. It all wraps up on June 6 with a massive closing party featuring live DJ sets and even more names from Asia’s 50 Best Bars, including Kyoto’s Bee’s Knees, CMYK from Changsha, and The Old Man Hong Kong. Admission to the Sculpture Park is completely free, with dedicated bar seating reserved for those purchasing drinks.

This June, culinary boundaries blur as Yong Fu Hong Kong and Ta Vie present ‘Journey’, an exclusive two-night collaboration dinner series. Taking place at Ta Vie on June 10 and moving to Yong Fu on June 11, the event sees chef Hideaki Sato and chef Liu Zhen stage a unique role reversal by swapping ingredients to bridge French-Japanese technique with Ningbo tradition. Diners can expect an extraordinary tasting menu featuring dual interpretations of seasonal produce, signature dishes like Sato’s black truffle guinea fowl pie, and exclusive custom creations like Liu’s stir-fried vermicelli with shredded eel and sea urchin.  With spaces limited to between 30 and 40 guests per night, the experience is priced at $3,588 per person. Reservations can be made via WhatsApp at 6627 9856 for the Ta Vie evening or 5573 0202 for the Yong Fu evening.

While we’re all waiting oh-so-patiently for more details on K-pop royalty BigBang’s arrival in November, another one of our favourite K-boy groups Stray Kids has just dropped the news that they’ll be heading to Hong Kong towards the end of this year for a one-night-only show on December 5. The concert forms part of their mammoth ‘Run It’ world tour, which kicks off with a five-night run at Seoul’s KSPO Dome in late July. The eight-member group will then bounce through stadiums in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka between August and October, before officially landing in Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium in December. Once they wrap up here, they’ll fly straight to Taipei Dome, then drag their suitcases to Bangkok and Singapore early next year. Since it’s still early days, there’s no setlist guaranteeing which tracks will be drumming through the venue on the night, but anyone familiar with Stray Kids knows to expect an evening packed with heavy bass and plenty of noise. We’re holding out hope for some of their biggest global hits like Maniac, S-Class, and Chk Chk Boom, but the evening will undoubtedly showcase fresh material from their upcoming album, This & That, which is slated to drop on August 7, 2026. Other details like ticket prices, VIP packages, or tour merchandise have not yet been released, so keep your eyes peeled on our page as we’ll be sharing those updates very soon! Stay in the loop: Sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, straight

The Hong Kong culinary scene is no stranger to crossover events, but this particular pairing already has us worried about our waistlines. For two nights only, Little Bao is handing the keys of its new Central home over to Yaya’s, a Shanghai pasta bar that has earned itself a cult following for mashing up regional Chinese flavours with Italian cooking. Photograph: Courtesy Little Bao x Yaya’sChef May Chow (left), chef Dan Li (right) The whole affair is part of Little Bao’s ongoing ‘Baodown’ series, bringing together chef May Chow and chef Dan Li – both of whom share a knack for loud, playful flavours that refuse to play it safe – to present a menu featuring handmade pasta in Yaya’s signature style, along with exclusive dishes created especially for the occasion. A seat at the counter will set you back $680 per person for a six-course menu that starts with pasta fritta with smoked scallop tartare, followed by stracciatella with green grape and fig leaf. From there, you’re looking at a rich braised beef tongue tonnato, and a hand-pleated Sardinian culurgione dumpling stuffed with Xinjiang lamb and Xibei pesto under a brown butter glaze. Little Bao’s signature style gets a nod too, with a Yin Yang Filet-O-Fish bao inspired by Hunan fish head, before everything wraps up with a watermelon and salted plum zabaglione. The kitchen takeover will be held on June 28 and 29 at Little Bao on Shin Hing Street. There will be three nightly seatings at 5.30pm, 7.15pm, and 9pm, with a cap of

In an age where we spend half our time squinting at screens, trying to figure out if what we’re seeing is real or just AI slop, Pocari Sweat is channelling its latest slogan, ‘The Future Needs Sweat’, to drag city dwellers away from digital feeds and back into the real world with the return of the annual Pocari Sweat Run Fest. Photograph: Courtesy Pocari Sweat Run FestPocari Sweat Run Fest Scheduled to take place on November 15, the festival will once again be held at the Hong Kong Science Park, bringing back the popular 3km, 5km, and 10km individual races for those looking to set a personal best. If you fancy dragging your friends or colleagues into the mix, the 5km and 10km categories also feature Team Cups for groups of four and 10 people respectively. There’ll also be a 1km obstacle fun run making its debut this year, designed specifically for groups of two to four people. It’s the ultimate test of teamwork, whether you’re racing with your best mates or trying to keep up with your six-year-old. Photograph: Courtesy Pocari Sweat Run FestPocari Sweat Run Fest To help participants find their form, head coach Winter Tsui and professional instructors are leading pre-race training sessions covering everything from breathing techniques to tactical pacing and endurance. For those looking at alternative ways to move, the schedule also expands away from the main tracks to include wellness workshops, yoga sessions, dance classes, and more. To cap it all off, the day concludes wi

The beloved bunny Miffy is expanding her floral empire with a special pop-up shop in Causeway Bay this summer. Made immensely popular in Japan, Flower Miffy is the world’s first flower shop entirely themed around Dutch illustrator Dick Bruna’s iconic rabbit character, fusing gorgeous floral designs, custom bouquets, and lifestyle goods with Miffy’s simple but no less adorable aesthetics.   Photograph: Courtesy Flower MiffyFlower Miffy Hong Kong pop-up shop   Making its grand debut in Hong Kong for a limited time, the temporary boutique features a dedicated Flower Buffet area where visitors can become their own florist and play mix-and-match to create a personalised plush bouquet from five varieties of blooms, including sunflowers, corn poppies, lavender, roses, and gerbera daisies. A standard bouquet with three plush flowers and Miffy-themed wrapping starts at $130, though you can easily customise it with up to six items per bouquet. Extra add-ons cost $50 for a large plush flower, $20 for small plush flowers, and $10 for green leaves. For those who prefer a ready-made option, the shop also has florist-designed dried flower bouquets for $100 each, alongside limited-edition tulip plush flowers for $70. Photograph: Catharina CheungFlower Miffy Apart from the blossoms, fans will find a wide range of Miffy-themed floral decor and accessories. The collection includes a range of test tube vases, such as a 70th anniversary vase that recreates her original 1955 look, and a milk

Everyone’s favourite squishy oysters Baby Namagaki is back in town! This time, it’s teaming up with MOSTown to bring an adorable indoor beach to Ma On Shan so you can soak up the summer vibes without being at the mercy of Hong Kong’s unpredictable weather. From July 4 to August 23, the mall’s atrium will be covered by a 3,000-sqft canopy of blue ocean waves. Beneath this artificial sky lies a nearly 1,000-sqft emerald beach populated by 30 Namagaki and Friends characters – 11 of which will be flaunting their brand-new beach party looks for the very first time. Photograph: Courtesy MOSTownBaby Namagaki MOST-Vibrant Summer Beach Exploration The main attraction of this air-conditioned coastline is a 6.5-metre-tall Rainbow Waterfall Light Tower, standing alongside a two-metre-tall oyster inflatable lounging on the sand. There’s also a mini sand pit where you can dig for buried treasure and get the chance to walk away with a cute tattoo sticker. The rest of the space features plenty of interactive photo spots, including the Summer Camp Gathering Ground, a giant Baby Namagaki gashapon machine loaded with plush toy prizes, and a Chic & Chill Oyster Party dress-up zone where you can customise your own plushie for free. Photograph: Courtesy MOSTownBaby Namagaki MOST-Vibrant Summer Beach Exploration If you want to do some shopping, the summer pop-up store has over 20 new MOSTown-exclusive items and more than 20 limited-edition collectables from Japan filling the shelves, including

There are certain food combos that just make sense. Putting tortilla chips into a beef burger, however, is probably not a pairing that has crossed your mind, or your plate. If you’re feeling adventurous, the folks at N+ Burger have teamed up with Doritos this summer to launch a limited-time Doritos Mexican Fiesta series, bringing a satisfying crunch straight between the buns. Dedicated to creating and experimenting with different burger flavours, N+ Burger is the city’s first burger joint to own and operate their very own pasture in Australia, sourcing hormone-free Angus black cattle that are fed a diet of grain and honey to enhance the natural sweetness and flavour of beef. Their patties are seared at high heat to lock in juices, while their signature sourdough buns are crafted by none other than Bakehouse. Photograph: Courtesy N+ BurgerDoritos Mexican Crunch Angus burger On this collab menu is the all-new Doritos Mexican Crunch Angus burger ($80), where a juicy beef patty is layered with American cheese, sweet and tangy pineapple, shredded lettuce, a smoky barbecue sauce, and a generous handful of Doritos nacho cheese tortilla chips stuffed directly beneath the top bun. If you want to get your fingers messy, there’s also the Doritos nachos with guacamole ($40), featuring the same cheesy chips with a freshly made guac. Anyone looking to try both items can bundle the meal and order a set that includes the burger, nachos, and a drink together from $120. The Doritos Mexican F

For those who believe the only thing better than a ripe durian is a ripe durian stuffed inside a pastry, you’ll be glad to hear that The Mills is bringing back their Summer Durian Paradise Market for one weekend only! From June 13 to 14, a total of 14 local independent shops are turning the Tsuen Wan shopping mall into a wonderfully pungent celebration of the notorious king of fruits, bringing durian lovers a series of treats and desserts with a lingering taste (and smell) guaranteed to test the loyalty of your non-durian-loving friends. Photograph: Courtesy The MillsSummer Durian Paradise Market The lineup includes Sugar Brothers HK, who are serving a durian sago pudding tart that wraps a rich, velvety durian filling inside a flaky pastry shell; Hokkaido fresh‑cream cake specialists Sweet Memories with their famously delicate Swiss rolls; and Ryan's chocolate, who are bringing artisanal dark chocolate filled with an intense burst of durian. Photograph: Courtesy The MillsSummer Durian Paradise Market There’s also My Tart, offering a lava cheese tart that pairs premium Musang King with a molten cheese centre and their signature crust, alongside a market-exclusive Musang King candy and coconut wrap. For something a bit more playful, be sure to look for Sugarmama’s freeze-dried durian White Rabbit Candy and Chiujai’s durian dipping mochi that lets you dunk the chewy morsels into a rich housemade durian dip. With tons more brands filling out the rest of the space with equally

A hidden hut in the mountains where villagers secretly ate meat to evade religious prohibitions sounds like a rather complicated backstory for a dinner date – but also a pretty intriguing one. Tucked away inside Cubus in Causeway Bay, Yakiniku Yama Oku is an intimate 12-seat yakiniku kappo restaurant inspired by the secret culinary culture of Japan’s pre-Meiji Shogunate era. Back then, Buddhist prohibitions meant that eating livestock was strictly forbidden, forcing villagers to gather in remote huts to grill their forbidden meats under various disguises. Photograph: Courtesy Yakiniku Yama OkuYakiniku Yama Oku Translating directly to ‘barbecue in the heart of the mountains’, the new venue brings that spirit of seclusion to a contemporary, cave-like 400-sqft space. Guests are seated at the counter, where they’ll get to savour an immersive barbecue experience as chefs perform traditional kappo ‘cut-and-cook’ theatre. Leading the kitchen are two talented chefs from Fukuoka: chef Koji Takazono and chef Koichi Kuga. Together, they handle the counter-side hotplates to bring exceptional flavours through curated menus that focus on the finest Wagyu and even seasonal game such as venison and wild boar. Photograph: Courtesy Yakiniku Yama OkuYakiniku Yama Oku For those looking for a lighter commitment, there are two set menus – Kan ($480 per person) and Ji ($780 per person) – available during lunchtime. Both options include a daily selection of Wagyu cuts, alongside appetisers, Kore

Grocery shopping is rarely what you would call a cultural experience, but supermarket chain Wellcome is determined to turn your weekly run for toilet roll into a trip down memory lane. Following the success of its first retro concept store in Yau Ma Tei earlier this year, the brand has given two more of its locations a vintage facelift. Photograph: Courtesy WellcomeWellcome retro supermarket Kennedy Town Down at Victoria Road in Kennedy Town, the aisles have been given the full ding-ding treatment. Shoppers can steer their trolleys along printed tram tracks on the floor, surrounded by a palette of yellow and green. There’s also a 1990s tram stop replica right next to the produce section, an installation wall of stacked Coca-Cola crates and neon signs, a vintage mobile ice cream cart, a ‘Yes!’ card photo booth, and a wall dedicated to Hong Kong’s iconic bakery brand Garden. For those who want to take the time-travelling experience beyond the checkout counter, Wellcome is also running a specially themed tram – decked out in vintage colours and classic Wellcome motifs – along Hong Kong Island from now until July 11, inviting daily commuters to step aboard a moving time capsule. Photograph: Courtesy WellcomeWellcome retro supermarket Sim City Meanwhile, the Sim City store in Mong Kok takes its cues from the city’s wonderfully chaotic street food culture. The staircase walls are covered with photographs of Nathan Road after dark in the 80s and 90s, classic mailboxes, a convex

Hong Kong’s restaurant scene moves at a breakneck pace, but launching an entirely new sister concept just six months after your initial debut is a seriously impressive flex. Well, that’s exactly what Central’s wildly popular pasta bar The Spoon has just done. The new spot, called The Spoon Focaccia, pivots away from rolling out pasta dough and turns its attention to Italian flatbreads, offering inventive focaccia creations alongside a selection of meat and seafood dishes shaped by chef Dylan’s Malaysian roots. Photograph: Courtesy The Spoon FocacciaThe Spoon Focaccia Traditional focaccia is usually pretty dense and heavy on the olive oil, but the kitchen here has lightened things up with modern baking techniques that use a high-hydration, low-oil recipe and extended fermentation. The result is a light and airy base that pairs beautifully with a variety of toppings such as parma ham and coppa di testa. Photograph: Cherry Chan(L) Honey butter focaccia dome, (R) Salami pan-seared focaccia The real showstoppers, however, are the more unconventional options. One of the restaurant’s signature creations is a honey butter focaccia dome, which comes stuffed with smooth ricotta cream and topped with savoury slices of guanciale. For a taste of home – and a side of extra calories – there’s also a Hong Kong-style French toast focaccia served with banana and mascarpone cream. While the original Gough Street site opts for a classy green aesthetic, this new outpost features a bold red pa

With the World Cup madness kicking off this month, Wellcome is getting into the sporting spirit by launching a range of shopping bags that double as football jerseys. Yes, really. The eight-piece collection transforms different national team kits like Brazil, Argentina, Germany, and Croatia into dual-purpose bags. Aside from hauling your groceries, these spacious totes feature a U-shaped zip that lets you open up the sides and throw them straight over your head. Photograph: Courtesy WellcomeFIFA World Cup 2026 From June 5 to 11, Yuu members can get ahead of the game by pre-ordering a random shopping bag blind box via the app for 8,000 points. Alternatively, spending any amount on Wellcome’s online shop between June 12 and July 9 lets you add a blind box for $30 – or you can just buy the whole eight-piece set for $238 to avoid the gamble. Those shopping at designated brick-and-mortar Wellcome stores can also pick up a blind box for $30 upon spending $88. Supplies are limited, so expect people to scramble for them. The supermarket chain will also roll out rotating weekly discounts throughout the tournament, meaning you can stock up on cheap match-day snacks while trying to figure out how to wear a shopping bag. 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: Play Stuff Fest returns to PMQ with a retro toy fast-food joint Hong Kong is officially the world’s 16th best city for food in 20

If your shelves are looking a bit bare and you have a penchant for independent design, you’ll want to clear your schedule from June 19 to 21. PMQ Play Stuff Fest is making its grand return, and for three days only, the ground-floor courtyard is turning into a limited-time toy diner dubbed Toy Guys. Photograph: Courtesy PMQ Play Stuff FestPMQ Play Stuff Fest The pop-up is a celebration of the indie art toy scene, gathering more than 40 original design brands and collectives from across Hong Kong, Bangkok, Seoul, and Taipei. Born as a platform to give rising talents some well-deserved spotlight, this year’s iteration is going full-throttle into diner culture, with four beloved local studios cooking up exclusive creations inspired by fast-food nostalgia. Photograph: Courtesy PMQ Play Stuff FestPMQ Play Stuff Fest Among the drops, you’ll find artist Foon Wong’s signature Frankenskid and Tri-leg Cat characters dressed in glow-in-the-dark staff uniforms, alongside Made by plastic’s Burgero Bulky, an adorable chef stacked with ingredients and plenty of confidence. If you prefer your toys with a side of attitude, Morimeiworks is bringing out transparent, gradient-painted Zombcats styled as grumpy soda cans. Rounding out the local line-up is The W.O.O.F Club, which has reimagined its corgi mascot as a retro melon-soda-inspired figure. Photograph: Courtesy PMQ Play Stuff FestPMQ Play Stuff Fest Beyond the chance to completely rinse your bank account on rare collectables, there is