30 November, 2016
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christmas table setting
Christmas, Eat & Drink

Sassy’s Ultimate Christmas Dining Out Guide 2016

30 November, 2016
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No fuss Christmas feasts!

 

‘Tis the season to put on those stretchy pants and book your family and friends in for a fabulous night of feasting! We’ve rounded up some of our favourite restaurants that are offering sumptuous Christmas menus this season. Forget slaving away in the kitchen this year and book ahead; from hotel decadence to traditional turkey dinners, to something a little different, here are our pick of the best festive dining offers out there… ready, set, eat!

Read more: Make sure to check back for the ultimate Christmas Dining In Guide, coming soon!

 

SOMETHING DIFFERENT

interior of umami concepts

Umami Concepts

From its chic décor to Umami Concepts engaging cooking experiences, it’s safe to say that we’re in love with this modern New York-style loft and all that is has to offer! The perfect setting for both a cosy Christmas dinner with friends or a glam hot-spot to host your next festive office do, guests will be greeted and treated to a long dining table, a homey lounge and a beautiful kitchen to whip up a feast fit for a king! You and your guests will work with Umami’s team of professional chefs to create your very own merry menu. This 90-minute, hands-on cooking party will have you creating Christmas favourites like Roast Turkey with Red wine and Sage Gravy, Pumpkin with Cranberries, Sticky Toffy Pudding and all the trimmings! Be as involved as you like or simply sit back and enjoy the company of friends and good glass of red. A totally stress free dinner option that’ll leave you merry and bright this holiday season.

When: Throughout December! Parties run from either 11.30am-2.30pm or 7-10.30pm
Where: 2/F 35 Bonham Road, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong
How much: Prices vary between $850- $1,000 per person (minimum of 10 people per booking). Bottled juice, tea, coffee and soft drinks are included in the package. BYOB, no corkage fee! Call 9449 0020 to book or send an email to [email protected]

Read more: Sassy cooks at Umami Concepts!

camembert cheese from scarlette cafe

Scarlett Café & Wine Bar

This one’s for all the Kowloon-based ladies! We’re letting you in on our little TST secret, Scarlett Café & Wine Bar, as an early Christmas present. Tucked away on Austin Avenue, this quaint and cosy resto is the perfect place for catching up with the girls over a glass of vino and some delicious French fare. The relaxed vibe, great selection of wine and tasty treats on offer make this a must-visit for a chilled out Christmas celebration. Speaking of, this festive season Scarlett Café & Wine Bar is offering a month-long special a la carte menu that includes mouth-watering signature dishes such as French La Royale Oysters, Baby Chicken Roasted with Truffle Butter, an awesome Seafood Platter, heavenly Baked Camembert and a divine Passionfruit Pavlova to end on a sweet note! Check out the details here. Happy feasting!

When: For the whole month of December
Where: Scarlett Café & Wine Bar, 2 Austin Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: Menu items range from $98 – $308 per dish.

TRi balinese christmas dinner

TRi

Searching for an alternative Christmas feast? Consider TRi a suitable choice with their 8-course festive menu consisting of fresh, unique Balinese dishes! Start off with a raw tuna, betel leaf, spicy green bean grilled coconut salad, followed by minced pork satay with spicy sauce and cucumber refreshers, smoke duck steamed buns, braised shank and so much more… We also feel the need to mention the Banana Goreng. Think crispy fried banana, pumpkin puree, ice cream and ginger scented sponge cake that all comes together for an unforgettable ending.

When: Saturday, 24 December – Monday, 26 December
Where: Shop 302, 3/F, Lobby C, The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay, Hong Kong
How much: $880 per person. Call 2515 0577 to book!

christmas spread from the optimist

The Optimist

If you still haven’t made it to The Optimist, December may be the best time of year to do it! Think Christmas dining with a Spanish twist – The Optimist is hosting a fab festive semi-buffet brunch, which will include roast turkey with an array of sides, tapas style. Prefer an extravagant Christmas dinner? Indulge in the 5-course Christmas feast consisting of their signature dishes – juicy steaks and grilled Galician octopus to name a few – and of course end with a seasonal Christmas dessert. Book in advance, this one will fill up quick! Can’t make it on the big day? The Optimist is also serving festive specialty lunch and dinner menus from 1 December.

When: Thursday, 1 December – Friday, 30 December
Where: The Optimist, 239 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
How much:  Christmas Eve/Day Brunch – $348 per person + $180 for free-flow Prosecco, sangria, wine and beer; Christmas dinner – $688 per person + $240-450 drink packages bottomless, for two hours. Call 2433 3324 to book!

The Continental

The Continental’s terrace has been transformed into a winter wonderland, strung with twinkly lights, spinning holiday tunes and naturally, many gastronomical delights! Give way to the elaborately festive 5-course menu consisting of tuna tartare and black truffle followed by a main of lobster medallion with gingerbread crumble; end the meal with an eggnog soufflé and wash it down with wintery beers, mulled wine and an array of whiskey offerings. There will be lots of cheese fondue too, we’re talkin’ ooey gooey Gruyere and warm, melty Raclette… the perfect addition to literally every meal.

When: All throughout December
Where: 406, L4, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong
How much: $788 per person. Call 2704 5211 to book!

Read more: The Continental – Refined European Cuisine in Pacific Place

christmas dessert at le bistro winebeast

Le Bistro Winebeast

Counting down the days until Christmas?! So are we – consider spending one of them on a gorgeous not-so traditional holiday feast, and head to one of our fave little French spots,  Le Bistro Winebeast. The restaurant will be serving an exclusive Christmas Eve 5-course menu with creative flavour combinations like cream of chicken with black truffle, seared red tuna and pan fried foie gras with a poached peach, and a dessert that involves Madagascar vanilla ice cream, pistachio, and fruit soaked rum… Yes, please.

When: Thursday, 22 December – Saturday, 24 December
Where: Le Bistro Winebeast, G/F & 1/F Tai Yip Building, 141 Thomson Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
How much: $688 per person. Call to book!

Read more: Five of our Favourite French Restaurants in Hong Kong

Watermark

Aside from the fabulous Victoria Harbour views at Watermark, the classic setting makes it an ideal choice for a ceremonial Christmas dining experience! Their holiday menu looks fabulous too, including their free-range chicken served with a chestnut purée, pan seared barramundi and grilled beef tenderloin with foie gras. Their vegetarian options look to die for too – how good does baked goat cheese and roasted beet tart and saffron risotto sound? We’ll have one of everything…

When: Saturday, 24 December – Sunday, 25 December
Where: Shop L, Level P, Central Ferry Pier No. 7, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Christmas Eve 5-course – $798 per person; Christmas Day 4-course dinner – $498 per person; Vegetarian Menu – $498 per person. Call 2167 7251 to book!

Read more: Watermark: Harbour Views and Wagyu Steak

meringue with winter berries

Pomegranate Kitchen

Tis the season to be jolly – and very full of food! Pomegranate Kitchen is offering a wonderful, seasonal holiday menu which includes mouthwatering delicacies such as creamy butternut squash with thyme, squid stuffed with current, pine nuts, parsley and chorizo and an epic carving table serving a whiskey and clementine glazed ham (served with all the trimmings). Yes there will be salad offerings and of course there will be sweets too – you’re guaranteed a great time at kick-ass catering company.

When: Throughout December!
Where: Pomegranate Kitchen, 4B, 44 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong
How much: $450 per person (including two mains, one soup, two sides, one dessert) or $650 per person (including 3 mains, one soup, three sides, one dessert). Additionally, for every group of ten, you’ll receive two bottles of prosecco to enjoy on the day. Call 2580 0663 to book!

Read more: Top 6 Private Kitchens 

artichoke flan from pirata

Pirata

‘Tis the season, girls! The season of eating that is… And at Pirata’s Italian kitchen they’re not messing around with their festive holiday menus. Aside from month long specials, they’ll be hosting Christmas Eve and Christmas Day specialty brunches and 5-course dinner menus. Expect cheesy Christmas cheer – literally, a lot of cheese, an entire carved out parmesan wheel filled with creamy risotto to be precise. For the 5-course dinner you can expect wild boar ragout, red wine and juniper berries, sea bass and steak with the freshest herbs. Your tastebuds will be dancing the night away and thanking you for this one.

When: Saturday, 24 December – Sunday, 25 December
Where: 29-30/F, 239 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
How much: Christmas Brunch – 298 per person + $180 for free flow prosecco, cocktails, wine and beer; Christmas Eve & Christmas Day 5-course Dinner – $648 per person. Call 2887 0270 to book!

Belon

Enjoy a cosy Christmas dinner in the inviting dining room of Belon, and treat yourself and family and friends to a holiday roast – French style. Feast on fresh oysters in a champagne dressing, charcuterie and some decadent pate. Using the freshest, locally sourced ingredients and only the best from abroad, this is the place to come for an elegant festive affair in Soho.

When: Sunday, 25 December
Where: 41 Elgin Street, Central, Hong Kong
How much: $788 per person. Call 2152 2872 to book!

christmas dessert at bibo

Bibo

French cuisine is known for finesse, and the Le Menu Festif, the 6-course set menu at Bibo won’t disappoint. The chef’s list consists of dishes using the best French winter produce, with a contemporary twist. Love a little paté? Then your tastebuds will tingle at the thought of house made pork belly and pistachio terrine made with Landes goose foie gras; followed by a main of pan-fried venison. This the place to come if you’re looking to celebrate Christmas with a seriously cool vibe… we just love the artwork at this resto!

When: Thursday, 15 December – Friday, 30 December
Where: G/F, 163 Hollywood Rd, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
How much: $1,380 per person. Call 2956 3188 to book!

Read more: Bibo – Fine French dining in an art gallery setting

TURKEY DINNERS

turkey at mr and mrs fox

Mr & Mrs Fox

This winter just got a whole lot warmer with the festive dishes Mr. & Mrs. Fox have added to their menu for the holiday season. Think applewood smoked turkey, foie gras studded beef wellington and an amazing brown butter pecan pie. If you’re feeling adventurous, opt for one of their seasonal Swiss dishes, wienerschnitzel and spaetzle served with lemon capers and brown butter. We love this Quarry Bay resto for it’s lavish interior and the truly great staff, who are sure to make your holiday meal a fun one!

When: Available throughout December
Where: 23 Tong Chong St, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
How much: Prices vary! Call 2697 8500 to book or email [email protected].

The Globe

Nowhere does a traditional British Christmas dinner quite like The Globe! It’s our go-to for big group get-togethers – the Christmas Lunch is only $350 per person and you can choose from three starters, three mains and two desserts, or opt for the Christmas Dinner at $475 per person… expect classic Roast Turkey with all the trimmings (we’re talking chestnut stuffing and homemade cranberry sauce), a warm, welcoming environment and plenty of drinks. This is the closest you’ll find to the quintessential British pub in HK!

When: Available now and throughout December – book soon to avoid disappointment
Where: The Globe, Garley Building, 45-53 Graham Street, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Christmas Lunch – $350 per person; Christmas Dinner – $475 per person; Christmas Day Menu – $550. Call 2543 1941 to book or contact them here.

christmas dinner at jamie's italian

Jamie’s Italian

Jamie’s Italian is holding true to Italian tradition with some festive sharing dishes. Three separate menus will be available from Thursday, 1 December; the Festive Lunch set menu, the Festive Formal dinner menu, and the WOW menu group gatherings (ten people or more). This special group menu exudes Christmas, with Rudolph’s rocket fuel (root veg wholesome soup), Turkey Wellington and more, all intertwined with big Italian flavour.

When: Available from Thursday, 1 December
Where: 2/F, Soundwill Plaza II – Midtown, 1 Tang Lung Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong and 4/F, Harbour City, Shop 412, Ocean Centre, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: Festive lunch set menu – $168 for two courses, $198 for three courses per person; Festive Formal set 3-course menu – $368 per person; WOW group menu – $468 per person. Call 3958 2222 to book!

Brick Lane

Known for serving up classic British dishes, Brick Lane are going all out for the festive season and bringing the 852 their Holiday Dinner Set Menu. Available throughout December and into the New Year, opt for tastes of home with a delicious Turkey Dinner with Stuffing and all the Trimmings, or go for another of the amazing dishes available (Beef Tenderloin with seared foie gras? Yes please!) Then soak up every drop of the festive mood and finish your meal with a sweet treat of Biscotti and Chocolate Dip!

When: Friday, 2 December, 2016 –  Monday, 2 January, 2017
Where: Brick Lane, Shop 404, 4/F, Citic Tower, Admiralty / Brick Lane, G/F, 2 Blenheim Avenue, TST, Kowloon, Hong Kong, Brick Lane, G/F, 17-23 Minden Avenue, TST, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: 4-course Holiday Dinner Set Menu – $388 per person.

Alto Bar and Grill

With a panoramic view over Victoria Harbour and delicious festive food to boot, it’s hard to turn down the Christmas Dinner at Alto! The set menu offers a delicious choice of three starters, four mains and three desserts; but we’ll definitely be sticking traditional and going for the Roasted Turkey Breast, with sweet potato, French beans and cranberries and then finishing off our feast with the freshly baked and comforting Apple Crumble and cinnamon ice cream.

When: Saturday, 24 and Sunday, 25 December 2016
Where: 31/F, V Point, 18 Tang Lung Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
How much: Christmas Dinner 3-course Set Menu – $588 per person.

christmas cocktails at gaucho

Gaucho

Does a Mince Pie Manhattan Intrigue you? Combining raisins, festive spices shaken with bourbon and sweet vermouth? I’ll take two please! Gaucho’s Argentinean cuisine is spreading the Christmas cheer with their special Christmas menu and cocktails. Create your own Holiday dinner from a list of Gaucho signature dishes; including classic chorizo, a range of empanadas, rib-eye and chimichurri and dulce de leche cheesecake. Dining with a group? The Christmas Sharing Menu will delight with a set menu of similar dishes including cranberry stuffing, a braised bacon cabbage dish and red wine cranberry gravy… What’s more, on 26 December, there’ll be a DIY Bloody Mary Station!

When: Available from Thursday, 1 December
Where: 5/F, LHT Tower, 31 Queen’s Road Central, Hong Kong
How much: Christmas Signature menu – $688 per person; Christmas Sharing menu – $588 per person. Call 2386 8090 to book!

Café Deco

Celebrate the festivities with one of the best views of the harbour at Café Deco. They’ll be hosting a 4-course Christmas Eve dinner with some of our all-time favorite dishes… highlights include creamy butternut squash soup, grilled scallops on leeks, a Festive Christmas turkey, filet mignon with a gorgonzola crust and baked lobster Thermidor. A feast fit for a queen! They’ll also be hosting a Christmas Day brunch and if it’s anything like their regular brunch menu, you don’t want to skip it!

When: Saturday, 24 December – Sunday, 25 December
Where: 20/F, The ONE, 100 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: Christmas Eve 4-course Dinner – $788 per person; Christmas Day Brunch – $548 per person. Call 2849 5111 to book!

Zuma

Treat yourselves this Christmas Eve or Christmas Day and enjoy a lavish and decadent brunch at Zuma! Serving up a Baikingu Christmas Brunch, the menu will include a selection of signature Zuma dishes, as well as some more seasonal and festive delicacies. We’re dying to try the unique Teriyaki Turkey dish and then round the meal off with the very tempting Christmas dessert of Walnut and Ginger Bread Pudding, with spiced figs and whisky caramel – alongside a delicious and warming glass of Zuma’s homemade mulled wine, of course!

When: Saturday, 24 and Sunday, 25 December 2016
Where: Landmark Level 5 & 6, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Hong Kong
How much: Brunch Package – $590 per person; Louis Roederer Brut Premier Champagne Package – $650 per person. Call 3657 6388 to book!

THE HOTELS

christmas dinner at hugo's hyatt regency

Hugo’s at the Hyatt Regency

Indulge this Christmas Eve with the Silent Night specialty dinner menu at Hugo’s Hyatt Regency, a decadent 6-course European style menu featuring dishes like smoked pigeon, white truffle smoked artichoke soup with Japanese sea urchin and port soaked vanilla brioche to name a few, alongside hours of wining and dining to live music. If brunching is your thing, perhaps opt for their Christmas brunch specials offering up a semi-buffet of seafood on ice, mouthwatering meat options (think US beef ribs and bacon wrapped turkey, yes please!) and of course the eggy alternatives with free-flow bubbly and boozy packages available.

When: Saturday, 24 December – Sunday, 25 December
Where: K11 Art Mall, 18 Hanoi Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: Christmas Eve Silent Night menu – $1,898 per person; Christmas Day Brunch – $998 per person. To book call 3721 7733.

The Market at Hotel ICON

They had us at Chocolate Yule Log cake! The Market will be a hosting festive brunch and dinner buffet offering a mix of traditional Christmas and fusion fare. At brunch you’ll honey glazed ham next to the roasted turkey, with Braised Snake soup and Peking duck somewhere in between… The dinner menu has more options for the refined foodie taste, from pan fried goose liver to Boston lobster, an array of fish dishes and a mouthwatering selection of desserts. This is a fail-safe spot to indulge this festive season!

When: Saturday, 24 December – Sunday, 1 January, Brunch: 11.45am-2.30pm,  Dinner: two seatings, 7.30-8pm, 8.30-9pm
Where: The Market, L2, Hotel ICON 17 Science Museum Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: Christmas Eve Brunch – $728 per person, Dinner – $948 per person; Christmas Day Brunch – $728 per person, Christmas Dinner -$948 per person. Call 3400 1388 to book!

Amber at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental

Have a luxurious Christmas feast at one of the top restaurants in the world  with the 8-course Christmas menu from Amber at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental! This is drop-dead gorgeous restaurant is the place to come for a special occasion, and what could be more special than spending the festive season with your loved ones? It may be one of the more expensive Christmas menus, but you won’t be disappointed here if you’re looking for luxury!

When: Saturday, 24 December – Sunday, 25 December
Where: Amber, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Hong Kong
How much: Christmas Eve Dinner 8-course menu – $3,088 per person (+ $1,988 for eight glasses wine pairing); Christmas Day Lunch 5-course menu – $1,188 per person (+ $450 for four glasses wine pairing); Christmas Dinner 8-course menu – $2,588 per person (+ $1,488 for six glasses wine pairing). Call 2132 0066 to book!

KITCHEN at The W

KITCHEN is going all out for Christmas this year, offering over 80 festive dishes at the Holiday buffet! Think traditional Christmas with a whimsical twist; an array of homely salads from quinoa cranberry to roasted corn and mint, a seafood bar, sushi and sashimi station and warm up with one of the comforting soups (we love the creamy truffle mushroom!). If that’s not enough for you, perhaps the Lemon Basil Thai roasted turkey and Australian lamb rack with roasted pumpkin, braised chestnuts or a kale-broccoli stir fry will? Yes, kale is on the menu! And of course the elegant buffet wouldn’t be complete without an entire table of desserts including the obvious chocolate fountain, strawberry panna cotta, Christmas logs and chestnut cake… a truly fabulous selection!

When: Thursday, 1 December – Friday, 23 December
Where: W Hotel, 1 Austin Rd West, West Kowloon, Hong Kong; 3717 2222
How much: Lunch buffet – $348 per person (Monday – Friday), $488 per person (Saturday + $888 for free-flow on Sunday); Dinner buffets – $618 per person (Monday – Thursday), $678 per person (Friday – Sunday).

Read more: W Hong Kong’s KITCHEN Bubbly Sunday Brunch

Mistral at Intercontinental Grand Stanford

The Mistral at Intercontinental is known for decadent Italian flare and flavour combinations; when their Christmas Eve & New Years day 5-course dinner menu was released, we were excited to say the least. How good does homemade egg tagliolini with lobster bolognese and truffle foam sound to you? And that’s just one dish… to top it off, even Santa is expected to make an appearance! Indulge the night before Christmas – you deserve it!

When: Saturday, 24 December, 7.30pm-10pm
Where: 70 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: $1,118 per person. Call 2731 2870 to book!

rack of lamb

Bostonian Seafood and Grill Langham Hotel

Our favourite shipyard style resto hidden at the bottom of the Langham Hotel, Bostonian Seafood and Grill, is offering a selection of festive semi-buffet menus throughout the month of December. With a spread of tasty appetisers and an array of holiday mains that use only the best seafood and meat, this is another guaranteed crowd pleaser   They aren’t falling short on sweets either, the Chocolate Symphony, a concoction made up of chocolate, raspberry and passion fruit sounds right up our alley!

When: Saturday, 24 December – Monday, 26 December
Where: The Langham Hotel, 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: $608 (Christmas eve) $788 (Christmas day), Dinner $1,088 on all days

Harbour View Ballroom at The Four Seasons Hotel

This Christmas Day, dine on a feast of festive favourites with the Family Christmas Lunch Buffet at The Four Seasons Hotel. There will be a Carving Station with Roasted Turkey and Stuffing, along with Dim Sum (from 3 Michelin star Lung King Heen!) and a whole host of mouth watering appetisers and desserts, with it all topped off with a chilled glass of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs, it’s sure to keep all of your friends and family feeling very merry!

When: Sunday, 25 December, 2016, 12pm – 3pm
Where: Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Family Christmas Lunch Buffet – $1,288 per adult (includes one glass of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs and free flow standard drinks); $638 per child (includes free flow standard drinks)

 

tott's roof terrace christmas dinner

ToTT’s & Roof Terrace

ToTT’s and the Roof Terrace provide the perfect setting for a festive celebration, while your eyes can feast on the beautiful views of Victoria Harbour and Kowloon skyline, your belly can partake on the feasting of a beautifully designed holiday dinner! The set-menu on Christmas Eve consists of elegantly presented seared Scallops with Oscietra Caviar and crispy skinned Iberico Pork belly, while the Christmas day set dinner will include Coffin Bay Pacific Oysters, decadent lobster ravioli, beef rossini and of course delicious desserts… There’s also live entertainment so you’ll be set for fab night out on the town!

When: Saturday, 24 December – Sunday, 25 December
Where: The Excelsior, 281 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
How much: $1,118 per person. Call 2837 6786 to book!

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Merry Christmas, girls!

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