WEEKENDER: Endless Summer at The Pulse, Jack Wills’ Summer Pool Party, USA’s Independence Day and more

The beginning of July means we’re well and truly into summer in the 852! Just as well there are a whole host of amazing parties this weekend celebrating just that as well as U.S.A.’s Independence Day. Cool down at The Pulse’s water carnival or Jack Wills’ pool party. Or if you’re in the mood for a good old-fashioned American BBQ, head to Stone Nullah Tavern or Boomshack… it’s all here in our Weekender!

Slip, slap, slop
We all love a good day at the beach and the chance to top-up our tans never goes amiss! If you’re looking to go beyond rolling over every half an hour, head to Repulse Bay for a day of sunshine and carnival fun. Every Saturday through to the end of the month, The Pulse is hosting their Endless Summer Water Carnival… What’s better than a day of live music, photo booths and water sports? Not much unless you pair it with delicious food from 22 Ships, Little Bao and Limewood among others. Cool off with an ice lolly from Nice Pops before hitting the giant slip and slide…

SASSY SPECIAL GIVEAWAY
That’s not all, we’re giving away tickets to this awesome event of the summer! Three lucky Sassy readers will win five tickets each… so fill in your deets by clicking here or on the button below, grab your mates and get ready for some summer fun!

When: Every Saturday from 4-25 July, 12-8pm
Where: The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay, Hong Kong
How much: $180 per person. Tickets are available here. Or you could try your luck by entering our giveaway!

Tea for two
There’s nothing better than afternoon tea for two, and HK’s well-known for it’s variety and choice in just that. This summer, check out the chic art exhibit ‘Super Vivier’ by Roger Vivier at Clipper Lounge in the Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and top it off with an afternoon tea inspired by the famed shoe designer. The exhibit features the elegant Mademoiselle Vivier from Maison Roger Vivier and her stylish adventures in the comic book. Now, pinky fingers out as you delicately indulge in afternoon tea.

SASSY SPECIAL GIVEAWAY
If this sounds like your cup of tea (ha – see what we did there!), we’re giving away a Roger Vivier tea set for two at Clipper Lounge. Simply fill your details in here or by clicking on the button below for a chance to win. Good luck!

When: Mondays-Thursdays 2.30-6pm, Fridays 2.30-5.30pm, Saturdays and Public Holidays first seating 2-3.45pm, second seating 4-5.30pm, Sundays 3.30-6pm, until Monday, 31 August.
Where: Clipper Lounge, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Road, Central, Hong Kong
How much: The afternoon tea is priced at $278 per person or $488 for two.

Jump into July
Hurray! Summer has finally arrived! We may still be in for a patch of rain or two, but the sun is shining and it’s hot, hot, hot! So, why not cool off at Jack Wills Summer Pool Party? It’s the perfect excuse to show off that summer body you’ve been working on, play a few rounds of beer pong and bring in July with a splash! Jack Wills will be giving away exclusive goodie bags packed with everything you’ll need to get your summer started, so don’t miss out!

When: Saturday, 4 July, 5pm-11pm
Where: Crowne Plaza, 8 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
How much: $250 per person. Tickets can be purchased at selected Jack Wills stores, click here to find out where.

The Star-spangled Banner
America never does anything by halves, whether it’s their enormous portion sizes or all-out parties! Don your stars and stripes and head to Stone Nullah Tavern for a 4th of July feast at their American BBQ Party. The venue has teamed up with Little Burro to bring you mouth-watering BBQ goodness and free-flow drinks. Or head to Boomshack and celebrate at their July 4th Extravaganza with craft beer company Hop Leaf! This all-you-can-eat foodie affair will be accompanied by games and prize giveaways. Happy 4th of July, Sassy Girls!

When: Saturday, 4 July; The American BBQ Party at Stone Nullah Tavern runs from 1pm-5pm, Boomshack’s July 4th Extravaganza is from 12-6pm.
Where: Stone Nullah Tavern, G/F, 69 Stone Nullah Lane, Wan Chai, Hong Kong; Boomshack Shop B, 8-12 Wo On Lane, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Tickets to the American BBQ Party are $550, please call the venue at 3182 0128 for enquires. Tickets to Boomshack’s July 4th Extravaganza are $300 and available here.

Jam on
Who says you can’t pair silent disco and yoga?! Join Nora from The Yoga Room for one of two outdoor yoga sessions this weekend. You’ll hear her music choices and instructions over light-up wireless headphones… we don’t know whether to get our zen on or our jam on! Bring your own yoga mat to this one and don’t forget to inhale deeply and exhale slowly as you watch the sun set while doing your sun salutations and warrior poses.

When: Sunday, 5 July, the first session is from 5.30-6.30pm, the second session is from 7-8pm. Get there 15 minutes before the class starts to register.
Where: Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park, Eastern Street North, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong
How much: Tickets are $150 and available here.

We’re bringing back this fantastic afternoon tea deal, mainly because we’re a little bit selfish and are dying to go back. If you’re familiar with Sift’s cupcakes and their founder That Girl Jennifer Cheung, then you’ll love their afternoon tea. We reviewed it (for completely professional purposes, of course) and fell a little bit in love. You’ll be able to snag 30% off for a tea set for two at just $210, which includes savoury goodies, scones, homemade macarons, tea or coffee and of course a couple of their mini cupcakes. There’s a reason why they’re one of our favourite bakeries after all.

If you’re looking to book in for your next girly goss date, all you need to do is purchase this deal, head over to the Sift Dessert Bar on Graham Street for your tea set and flash your Sassy coupon code upon payment. As a wise person once said: treat yo’ self.

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