DINING

Cococabana Enjoy breathtaking views of the sea and SHEK O the surrounding hills of Shek O while dining on fresh seafood with Mediterranean flavours. Cococabana has received praise worldwide from the Lonely Planet guidebook to celebrities including Chris Martin and Jeremy Clarkson. Chef-owner Jean-Paul Gauci places an emphasis on sustainability with much of the meat and fish sourced organically and sustainably.

Sip Song Set on the sandy shores of Repulse Bay, Sip Song serves up southern REPULSE BAY Thai cuisine in a relaxed, informal space. Located at the far end of The Pulse, the Maximal Concepts-owned restaurant should feel right at home with sister restaurant Limewood just steps away. The no-frills food, which is inspired by Bangkok’s night market scene, delivers bold flavours and is great for sharing. sip-song.com

Treasure Island Restaurant and Bar Located at one of the hippest SOUTH LANTAU beaches in Hong Kong, Treasure Island’s beach restaurant and sun terrace is a popular hangout in South Lantau. The Pui O Beach restaurant offers classic comfort food like steak, sliders and burgers alongside a range of

vegetarian and vegan dishes. It is open every Friday evening, weekends and public holidays.

The Bay Tucked away on Mo Tat Wan, enjoy delicious Mediterranean cuisine LAMMA ISLAND while taking in spectacular views of the crashing waves. The Bay offers a laid back atmosphere with friendly staff, comfortable chairs and reasonable prices. Its menu features a range of seafood, salads, pastas and grill options.

Amalfitana Enjoy classic Italian dishes inspired by the colourful Amalfi coast while REPULSE BAY overlooking the sandy Repulse Bay Beach. The restaurant uses long rising dough to make its pizzas lighter and easier to digest. For those who are dining with kids in tow, the Bambino menu features fun fish-shaped pizzas with a number of kid-friendly toppings including pepperoni, cheese and tomato. While you are waiting for the food to arrive, keep your little ones entertained with games and colouring activities offered by the restaurant. amalfitana.hk

Located on the edge of Lower Cheung Sha Beach, Bathers exudes a relaxing LANTAU resort vibe while serving up a range of international seafood dishes, fresh salads and classic holiday staples. Only a few steps from the ocean, parents will love having a leisurely lunch while the little ones splash around in the sun.

The Boat House Overlooking Stanley Bay, The Boat STANELY House has been a popular seafood spot in the community since 2010. The three-storey restaurant reopened earlier this year and boasts a new menu by Executive Chef Sai Hsu. cafedecogroup.com

Zaks Be it dining from the upper lounge or relaxing on the alfresco deck enjoying DISCOVERY BAY vast views of the beachfront, this spacious restaurant is a favourite amongst Discovery Bay residents. With an extensive menu boasting international flavours, guests can enjoy everything

from pastas and Singapore noodles to baby back ribs and salad. casteloconcepts.com

Wind down and chill out with Repulse Bay’s happy hour from 6-9pm. Order a glass of house champagne or white wine from the Bamboo Bar and enjoy $10 French oysters.

Hong Kong’s hottest new food hall is now open

Taking over the lower ground level of Jardine House where beloved institution Grappa’s Cellar once stood, BaseHall is a new food hall concept bringing together 10 of the city’s top restaurant and bar vendors. You’ll find Roti Tori (Japanese rotisserie by Yardbird), Westside Taqueria (brought to you by the folks at 11 Westside) and our favourite plant-based eatery Treehouse, to name a few. Shop 9A, 9B, 9C, LG/F, Jardine House, 8 Connaught Place, Central. baseball.hk

Peel Street gets new all-day eatery

Meraki Hospitality’s Mamma Always Said is Peel Street’s newest neighbourhood hotspot, serving up a selection of lunchtime bites, sharing-style dishes and drinks for five o’clock happiness all day long. With comfort and Oysters are limited to half a dozen per drink. The Repulse Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Road.

therepulsebay.com A taste of summer meadow

The Ritz-Carlton is ushering in summer with a new afternoon tea set featuring artisanal French cocktails made with St Germain Elderflower Liqueur. Enjoy the summer inspired menu while taking in sweeping views of Victoria Harbour from now until September 13. Guests can also redeem the St Germain Gift Box at a discounted price, so you can shake up your own drinks at home. Starting from $418 for one. 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon. ritzcarlton.com familiarity at the heart of the menu, the casual kitchen and bar takes inspiration from comfort eats around the world while fusing modern flavours and locally-sourced ingredients. 42 Peel Street, Central. mammashk.com Repulse Bay favourite Limewood has introduced a new breakfast menu this summer. The new menu has something for everyone including a range of healthy options for those looking for a light bite as well as heartier numbers like the bacon and egg roti. Available every weekend from 9-11am. The Pulse, 28

Beach Road, Repulse Bay. limewood.hk

Enjoy Fortnum & Mason’s signature baked treats from the comfort of your own home or office with its new scone takeaway. Prepared three times a day at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm, the freshly baked scones are available to pick up in signature Eau de Nil green and white takeaway boxes. The delicious baked goods are available in both plain and raisin and are sold in sets of two $76 and four $142. G/F, K11 Atelier Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui. fortnumandmason.com

W Hong Kong has launched a new ‘Fuel Up and Detox’ afternoon tea set featuring a range of sweet and savoury delicacies inspired by Eastern wellness traditions. For those looking to detox and stay fit this summer, you’ll be pleased to hear that the afternoon tea is packed full of ingredients that are actually good for you – like Chinese yam, snow fungus, goji berry and butterfly pea flower. Starting from $244 for one. Available until August 31. 1 Austin Road, West Kowloon. marriott.com

Step onto the 72nd floor of W Hong Kong this summer and enjoy a 10-step Diamond Cocoon Extreme Repair Experience. The 90-minute facial is the perfect way to remove toxins gathered from prolonged mask wearing, pollution and screen usage. With a 360 rotating pore steep clean system, prebiotic extreme repair formula from Natura Bissé and a repairing balm mask, the facial cleanses and clears each layer of skin. This is the perfect treatment for those looking to repair and strengthen the skin from the inside out. W Hong Kong, 1 Austin Road West. marriott.com

Multi-award winning day spa operator Sense of Touch’s 90-minute Detox Massage includes Lymphatic drainage which helps to release toxic build-up, reduce water-retention and improve energy levels. The massage is also fused with aromatherapy and detoxifying oils to help boost the immune system. With every booking of the Detox Massage, Cellu M6 Lipomassage or VelaSmooth Body Shaping, guests can receive a complimentary Sculpting Cocoon. 1/F, The Repulse Bay Arcade, 109 Repulse Bay Road.

Want to get away from it all for an hour or two? Lay in 10 inches of water, sprinkled with 500kg of Epsom Salts and float away your problems in Float On’s tranquil pods. By floating, your body can reset, rejuvenate and heal while your mind can enjoy a peaceful environment to detach from everyday stress. 89 Caine Road, Central.

Offering a private and secluded sanctuary above the hustle and bustle of the city, Plateau Spa at the Grand Hyatt is the perfect escape. The spa’s new Hungarian Mud Wrap cleanses the body and relieves muscular tension with a purifying buffing balm, magnesium carbonate moor mud mask finished off with a scalp and body massage. 11th Floor, Grand Hyatt, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai. hyatt.com

LifeHub is offering three heavy metal toxicity detoxification programmes to help clear up the backlog of toxins from the body. Each programme can be incorporated into your lifestyle and helps to clear skin, improve gut health and even health with weight loss. Choose from three hour, 10-day or 21-day detox programmes and feel refreshed and rejuvenated all summer long. 1/F, The Loop, 33 Wellington Street, Central. thelifehub.com SOUTHSIDE | 27