This festive season, celebrate better days ahead with these glorious Hong Kong Christmas feasts.
Is there ever a better time to come together with friends, family, and wingmen extraordinaire than Christmas? Festive office parties, workdays that seem to end a little earlier, warm cocktails on chilly evenings – it’s a great time of year for everyone (even if you’re not able to travel), which means you need to plan ahead to ensure you find a celebratory spot worthy of your valuable time.
From sumptuous buffets to wine-soaked chef selections, these are the best Christmas dining experiences from across Hong Kong for the festive season ahead.
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Majo
MAJO, Hong Kong’s newest Spanish restaurant, has put together a hearty family meal (dinner Dec 24 & 25 and lunch Dec 25, HK$550++ pp) to celebrate Christmas. This sumptuous family meal offering commences with an assortment of house-made tapas, including crispy croquette with truffle mayo; chilled tomato soup with eggplant, Idiazabal cheese cream and Jamón ham; green lip mussels in the sweet and sour escabeche sauce; and braised codfish in pil-pil sauce.
To follow, guests will enjoy the paella course, the Arroz Meloso de Alcachofas Sepia, which takes its name from the Spanish for “soupy rice”, and which is cooked with artichokes, cuttlefish, prawn and fava beans; and main course, the guinea fowl stuffed with chorizo, chestnut and dates is served with potato cream and baby carrot.
End this delightful festive meal with the decadent Torta Negra de Navidad Christmas cake and Arroz con Leche rice pudding and don’t forget to opt for the free flow package (HK$280++ pp), which includes sangria, cava, house-wines and mulled wine.
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Sevva
Sevva rings in the festive season with festive cocktails, gourmet grills, and live music between December 9 and March 4, 2022. Every Thursday and Friday night, the lofty venue will host a three-hour unlimited grill (HK$800++ pp) from its new barbecue bars as well as signature bites at the Sevva Taste Bar; and a range of indulgent desserts. Also look out for festive cocktails ranging from Classic Eggnog through to new signature Poire Double Boil, with homemade pear broth, served hot, and finished with vodka.
Adding to the festive atmosphere, American singer and songwriter Jamal Corrie will be performing at the Sevva Terrace throughout December. The multi-talented Californian is best known for his appearance on NBC’s The Voice USA in 2020, and he is set to wow guests on the terrace with his renditions of pop, R&B, and jazz numbers.
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The Hari
The Hari Hong Kong unveils its series of culinary delights and festive offerings in anticipation of Christmas and New Year celebrations. At Lucciola Restaurant & Bar, celebrate Christmas with an authentic Italian semi-buffet (Dec 25 & 26 from HK$988++ pp) crafted by Chef de Cuisine Francesco Gava (above).
The meal commences with an Italian aperitivo at the bar with a seafood platter of oysters, scampi, and caviar, before continuing with a choice of mains including Fettuccine Paglia e Fieno al Burro di Malga e Tartufo Nero, handcrafted fettuccine with alpine butter, and black truffle; Il Polletto Ruspante alla Romana, braised spring chicken with Peperonata and Mentuccia; and Il Filetto di Branzino all’Acqua Pazza, Chilean sea bass fillet in a black mussel and Veraci clam broth). To complete the evening, guests can choose from a mouth-watering selection of Italian desserts including the Signature Tiramisu, Panettone, Zabaglione Caldo, and more.
Alternatively, at Zoku Restaurant & The Terrace, a tasteful tribute to the culinary culture of Japan by Chef de Cuisine Edwin Guzman tempts the taste buds. The festive menus (Dec 25 & 26; Jan 1 & 2; from HK$788) will include the Zoku sashimi and sushi platter as well as Guindara Misoyaki, miso-marinated sea bass with pickled myoga; and Wagyu steak with grilled spring onion, seared foie gras, and spicy miso. Free-flow options (from HK$300++ pp) include Perrier-Jouët Champagne, sake, and festive cocktails.
Osteria Marzia
Enjoy a feast fit for a classic holiday experience on the coastal shores of Italy with Osteria Marzia’s Festa Dei Sette Pesci (24 & 25 December, dinner only, HK$698++ pp). Chef Luca Marinelli presents a menu brimming with the ocean’s bounty, from the classic Hamachi with cherry tomatoes to the delicately prepared Seppia, an exquisitely presented cuttlefish with basil, pistachio, a squeeze of Sorrento lemon, and a dusting of Sicilian breadcrumb.
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The vibrant and colourful flavours of Southern Italy are further highlighted with two handmade pastas including the gnocchi with tiger prawn, broccoli, and almond, and the centrepiece of the feast, Crispy Amadai, simply prepared with white onion, raisins, pine nuts, and fennel.
HUE
Modern Australian restaurant Hue Dining makes the most of its exquisite panoramic views to create the perfect setting for a lingering Christmas celebration with set lunch and dinner menus, champagne brunch, and festive afternoon tea experiences. Executive Chef Wilson Leung presents a three-course Christmas lunch (Dec 25, HK$780++ pp) and a four-course Christmas dinner (Dec 24 & 25, HK$888++ pp)
Kick off with sharing canapés ranging from freshly shucked Coffin Bay oysters garnished with cucumber granita and champagne; to corn blini with salmon roe, avocado and horseradish cream; followed by a choice of starters includes leek and potato soup served with a poached Taiyouran egg and shaved truffle; prawn terrine with cucumber and chestnut; and smoked duck ham, mandarin, asparagus, and hazelnut salad.
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Mains include options like soft potato gnocchi served with celeriac, local shallots, Italian kale and shaved truffle; slow-cooked turkey breast served with cranberry ketchup, pickled cherries, and vanilla roasted parsnips; and Japanese Sawara fish fillet “escabeche”, topped with fennel salad and flamed clams, while dessert includes banoffee cheesecake, with chocolate shortbread, caramel banana and topped with rum ice cream; or Chocolate pie with a biscuit base, topped with grated chocolate, Chantilly cream and garnished with fresh berries.
The restaurant will also offer a Festive Brunch (Dec 26, 27, and Jan 1, HK$450++ pp) including sharing appetisers, one main and one dessert, with seating options at 11 am and 1 pm.
Brunch commences with sharing dishes including wholesome spiced fruits brioche bread; mushroom croquettes with truffle aioli; duck ham with roasted pineapple, cherries, and sorrel; pan-seared scallops with curried cauliflower and karasumi; and a deconstruction prawn cocktail with avocado and Mary Rose sauce. Mains range from crispy pork belly served with smoked cabbage and kohlrabi remoulade; and roasted Hamachi with flamed razor clams, braised celery, and buttered daikon and dressed with buttermilk sauce; to slow-cooked lamb shoulder served with grilled figs, buttered peas, and mint yogurt sauce.
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Free flow options (HK$360++ pp) include Taittinger Brut Reserve champagne, red and white wines, and Bloody Marys.
The Pizza Project
Deck the halls on Peel Street and Star Street at The Pizza Project with the Craving for Christmas Brunch (Nov 27 – Jan 2, HK$188++ pp). Kick-off your brunch with Porchetta Tonnata slathered with tuna mayo and large Sicilian capers; milky-soft Baked Tomino with speck ham, portobello, spinach, and cranberry chutney; The Pizza Project’s famed Burrata, and more.
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The main event includes X-traordinary pizza such as Truffle Gorgonzola with fior di latte, caramelised onions, hazelnuts, and fresh truffle; the eye-popping Smoked Salmon & Caviar with creamy ricotta, mouth-popping salmon caviar, and mache salad; and brunch fan favourite, Breakfast Carbonara Pizza with potato, pancetta, quail eggs, and maple syrup.
District 8
Celebrate Christmas at District 8, an elegant yet casual bistro concept located at ELEMENTS Mall Civil Square and at Greenwich Village in Tseung Kwan O, where the Christmas set menu (Dec 24 dinner & Dec 25 lunch and dinner, HK$380++ for two courses and HK$430++ pp for three courses).
The choice of starters includes roasted chestnut velouté topped with aged parmesan foam and shaved truffle; yellowfin tuna tataki topped with avocado, coriander, and blood orange “dashi”; and beef tartare topped with baby onion, egg yolk jam, and paprika cracker.
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For mains, choose from roasted duck breast with spiced honey beetroot and Madeira sauce; seared sea bass served with almond and butternut and dressed with buttermilk; pasta alla norma with fresh basil and 24 months-aged gruyere cheese; or a sharing steak for two people with O’Connor Angus bone-in ribeye, served with dauphine potatoes, bone marrow, braised shallot, and swiss chard.
End this delightful meal with the decadent choice of pecan pie with candied pumpkin and Chantilly cream, and pumpkin crème brulee topped with pickled ginger and eggnog. Special festive cocktails, mocktails, and mulled wine are also available throughout the festive month
Rosewood Hong Kong
If you’re looking to spruce up your festive celebrations, Rosewood Hong Kong presents a diverse array of festive menus and exclusive Christmas offerings at all seven of its award-winning bars and dining outlets. Flagship Cantonese restaurant The Legacy House will serve an eight-course Christmas Eve Festive Menu (Dec 24, HK$1,380++ pp) in the main dining room, or the Eight-Course Christmas Eve Premium Menu (Dec 24, HK$1,880++ pp) in the private dining room.
CHAAT’s vibrant holiday menu is spiced and aromatic, all served family-style to capture the true spirit of Christmas. This Christmas Eve (Dec 24, HK$1,688++ pp) and New Year’s Eve (Dec 31, HK$1,888++ pp), CHAAT will serve a 12-Course Festive Dinner boasting Chef Manav’s clever spins on traditional Indian street-style bites, accompanied by sharing-style portions. Also available on December 25 only is CHAAT’s Nine-Course Christmas Lunch (HK$988++ pp).
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Henry, the American steakhouse, smokehouse, and butcher concept helmed by new Chef de Cuisine Mario Tolentino, celebrates with a Three-Course Christmas Eve Menu (Dec 24, HK$1,688++ pp) including complimentary oysters and Champagne to start, and also a Festive Christmas Lunch Set (Dec 25-26, HK$1,498++ pp).
In addition, DarkSide bar will be serving up Christmas cocktails including two new spiced cocktails, Lost in the Toddy, inspired by the classic Hot Toddy, featuring Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie, biscotti, lemon, apple, ginger, chamomile, and cinnamon tea; and the ever-soothing All the Way Mulled Wine with Remy Martin VSOP, Visciolata del Carindale, spices and ginger.
Pirata
X marks the spot for festive delights at Pirata, where Italian feasts and wine pairings (Dec 24 & 25, brunch HK$428++ pp and dinner HK$590++ pp) will be the order of the day over Christmas and New Year periods. Come with friends and family to enjoy “X-tra Honest” spreads of fan favourite Pirata dishes such as Vitello Tonato and Burrata, together with classic pasta like Grand Wagyu Beef Cheek Pappardelle and hearty seasonal mains including Terra-Marre (Butcher’s cut with whole Lobster) and X-mas Lamb Shank among other delights. Grand Tiramisu and Panettone round out the experience in the traditionally sweet manner.
Buenos Aires Polo Club
Versatile and luxurious, the Argentinian steakhouse sets the stage for an evening of revelry with Festín de Navidad (24 December dinner, 25 December lunch and dinner, HK$898++ pp). A five-course menu begins with a selection of entradas for the table, from a platter of Iberian Cured Meats to a Foie Gras Terrine before a warming Lobster Bisque soup with Cognac cream transitions into a selection of mains.
From the showstopping Prime Rib or the signature Chateaubriand to an indulgent Boston Lobster with chimichurri and lemon (+HK$388), the feast is accompanied by classic sides such as rich mascarpone and brown-butter bolstered Mashed Potatoes, a creamy Provoleta Mac ‘N’ Cheese and Padron Pepper slightly seasoned with lime and sea salt.
GRAIN
GRAIN Gastropub & Brewery in Kennedy Town has put together the special Christmas Roast menu (Dec 24 & 25 dinner and Dec 25 & 26 lunch and dinner, HK$380++ pp). Inspired by the traditional Sunday roast, where the family will get together to enjoy a leisurely feast, guests can choose from a selection of roast meats, including succulent herb-smoked USDA turkey with sourdough gravy; or the “char siu” smoked and glazed ham.
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All roast meals come with a selection of side dishes, including plum and cranberry sauce; grilled broccolini with chestnut butter and crispy bacon and roasted potatoes; malted roasted heritage carrots and parsnips; and pork beer malt with sage and onion stuffing. End this hearty meal with a chocolate and stout cheesecake and mini pecan pies.
In addition, GRAIN will offer a festive two or three-course lunch (Dec 1-24, HK$198++ pp) that includes dishes from the restaurant’s a la carte selections, as well as enticing additions. The highlight of the menu includes scotch egg served with beer mustard mayonnaise; celeriac and hazelnut soup; yellow pepper and smoked ricotta tagliatelle with hop oil; and smoked turkey and leek pie served with grilled kale and chestnut butter.
TokyoLima
Tokyolima is ready to put on a culinary showcase this festive season with X-tra Joyous Nikkei brunch (HK$498++ pp) and dinner (from HK$580++ pp). Curated by Peruvian Culinary Director Arturo Melendez, each holiday menu is a bountiful multi-course sensation of exotic signature dishes, from flavourful small plates such as the La Causa, T-3 salad and Just “Ceviche”, through to bombastic sharing dishes like the Maguro Nuevo with tuna, avocado, sesame, beetroot mayo, and tobiko.
Also look out for indulgences like the Picanha, grilled rump steak covered in anticuchera sauce and sweet potato puree; Lobster Acevichada; and slow-cooked “secreto” Iberico pork with sweet soy sauce and garlic chips; before concluding with desserts ranging from Oye Papi chocolate mousse to Free 4 You – a gluten-free orange & almond cake.
BRAZA
BRAZA Churrascaria, the popular Central Brazilian steakhouse that serves perfectly grilled cuts of meat with Brazilian flair, complemented by a vibrant dining vibe, presents an all-you-can-eat Festive Dinner (Dec 24 & 31, HK$498++ & HK$598++ pp respectively).
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BRAZA serves a wide selection of sumptuous Brazilian delicacies, starters, and fresh salads in a buffet setting. For the mains, guests will be served with an endless offering of different cuts of meat, including the signature Picanha rump and flank steak; lamb leg marinated with Dijon mustard and fresh herbs; succulent suckling pig; northern chili marinated chicken; roasted vegetables, and much more, sliced and served right at your table.
Free flow options, which offer brilliant value for money (from HK$228++ pp) include house white and red wines, spirits, and beers.
The Optimist
The Optimist invites guests to be X-tra indulgent this holiday season with the iconic venue’s Northern Spanish cuisine served across a generous variety of multi-course brunch and dinner tasting menus (from
HKD498 per person). Festive feasts begin with aperitivo and a range of classic tapas from fresh and juicy Gambas “A La Plancha” and the crispy Chorizo “Txistorra” to flavourful Truffle Croquettes.
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Guests also have the option of adding the new Seafood Tower of king prawns, oysters, king crab legs, and more for brunch, before tucking into Los Platos Principals. Main selections then include the tremendously popular Juicy Lobster Rice, the succulent Chateaubriand, and the deliciously grilled Spanish-style Suckling Pig, amongst other fan favourites sure to put a wide grin on the face of everyone at the table.
Uma Nota
Spice things up this festive season with Uma Nota’s two-month-long line-up of special treats with their Festive Chef’s Menu, wrapping up the year with an NYE Réveillon menu.
The dinnertime Festive Chef’s Menu (HK$490++ pp) is an intoxicating mix of Japanese and Brazilian flavours. Start with the likes of Tiradito Defumado, a light and refreshing appetiser of sliced tuna with chipotle tiger milk; Coxinhas Nikkei Brazilian fried dumplings; cauliflower skewers; grilled octopus, and a crab meat Soba Noodle Salad. The centrepiece of the festive table is the Boneless Beef Short Rib, framed by portions of homemade pickles, miso ketchup, and Japanese karashi mustard.
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A special Christmas Menu exclusive to dinner (Dec 24 & 25, HK$550++ pp) is also available featuring Robalo e Açai, cured sea bass served with açai ponzu and sesame seeds; crispy banana Crab Hand Roll, topped with Baikal Caviar; Coxinhas Nikkei; Palmito e Tomate, a medley of mixed tomatoes and heart of palm; Grilled Scallops with yuzu butter and crispy shallots; and finally Roasted Suckling Pig Leg served with a seasonal Nashi pear purée, grilled mushrooms, and asparagus salad.
Bouchon
Elegant and intimate Bouchon Bistro Français is the place to be to welcome the Christmas celebration. The Soho restaurant presents a Christmas Eve three-course dinner (Dec 24, HK$498++ pp) that includes Snail Cromesquis with garlic and parsley; roasted Mallard duck breast with confit leg bonbon served with celeriac puree and cherry; beef fillet with asparagus and Bearnaise sauce; and pomegranate tart with passion fruit.
Crown Super Deluxe
Get a front-row seat for a one-of-a-kind teppanyaki experience this festive season, as Chef Toru and his skilled team entertain with a Holiday Lunch menu (25 & 26 December, lunch only, HK$988++ pp) at this lavish teppanyaki on Wyndham Street. This special menu features teppanyaki-favourites including Wagyu Garlic Fried Rice alongside two different cuts of prime beef, the supple A5 Kagoshima Wagyu Tenderloin (70g) and the thinly sliced Teppan Sukiyaki using A5 Kagoshima Wagyu Sirloin (60g), a dish perfectly suited to a warming meal from the cool winter weather.
With exclusive dishes such as the Foie Gras with Eggplant marinated in saikyo miso and Matcha Pistachio Gâteau perfectly set to cleanse the palate at the end of the meal, prepare for a refined afternoon in the opulent dining room before retiring to digest in the restaurants’ secluded lounge boasting a wide selection of signature Japanese whiskies and American bourbons.
Bombay Dreams
This season, enjoy a unique Christmas celebration at the iconic Bombay Dreams, where an arresting array of delicate Indian flavours await guests. The special festive tasting menu (Dec 24 & 25, HK$518++ pp) is available during lunch and dinner for a minimum of two guests and follows the format of a traditional family meal.
It starts off with a selection of gourmet sharing small plates, including Subz Ki Khatti Meethi Shammi, mixed vegetable patties with figs, apricots, and cheese; Lal Mirch Ka Tandoori Jheenga, jumbo prawns marinated in yogurt with red chili, ginger, and garlic; and Murgh Dhanno Tikka, chicken marinated in yogurt with mint and rose petals flavoured with fennel seeds.
This is followed by hearty mains like Meen Moilee, red snapper cooked in coconut oil, curry leaves, mustard seeds, and coriander; and Murgh Badami Korma, chicken in a smooth gravy made with almonds, cashew nut, and yogurt.
Rajasthan Rifles
Set the stage for an unrivalled festive experience atop The Peak and join this Anglo-Indian mess hall for a Christmas Eve Dinner (24 December only, HK$888++ pp). Chefs Palash Mitra and Kumaran Balaji present a sharing-style feast of unmatched proportion, with the return of Diwali favourite, the made-to-order Chaat Counter, and the introduction of live raan and charga chicken counters.
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Also look out for special all-new dishes such as the Slow-cooked Lamb Shank Korma, simmered for six hours in a delicate cashew nut and saffron gravy, and the Duck Madras, a stew made with curry leaves and peppercorns. Perfect for boisterous gatherings, the sprawling mess hall is the ideal place to socialise and feast with family and friends, inviting groups of all sizes to celebrate together as they overlook the twinkling lights of the city.
Monsoon
Located at ELEMENTS and dedicated to a modern expression of Southeast Asia’s best street-food dishes, Monsoon showcases the very best flavours, textures, and traditions of this vibrant region, with its Five-course Festive Menu (Dec 24, 25, 31, and January 1, HK$288++ pp).
The menu’s featured dishes include oyster topped with red Nam Jim sauce, fresh coriander, and crispy shallot; salmon wrapped with betel leaf and chili jam; watermelon and salmon salad with shallot dressing; soft-shell crab Rujak salad with pineapple, rose apple, guava, and mango with tamarin dressing; Thai-style steam barramundi with lemongrass, coriander, and green chilli; lemongrass panna cotta with lemon granite; black sticky rice with mango ice cream; and many more.
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Monsoon also offers a 90-minute free-flow package (HK$168++ pp) of red, white, and sparkling wine, house spirits, beer, a choice of special cocktails, soft drinks, and a juice selection.
FUMI
Located on the sixth floor of California Tower, Japanese restaurant FUMI will offer an eight-course Festive Set Dinner (Dec 24 & 31, HK$1,080++ pp) that includes Chūtoro and Hokkaido Sea Urchin sashimi; Seared Scallop with Sweet Soy Sauce; Prawn Hokkaiyaki; crispy Crab Cake Cutlet; Pan-fried A4 Miyazaki Beef with Garlic; and Miyazaki Chicken Thigh with Egg Rice Bowl. Even better, take your lady love and receive a complimentary skincare gift from Evolcare, while supplies last.
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FUMI will also offer a festive crab feast brunch and dinner buffet (Dec 25-27, 12-3 pm, from HK$650++ pp), with a great range of delectable bites including King Crab Meat Salad; King Crab Leg Combo; Japanese Grilled Beef with Yuzu Sauce; Japanese Maitake Mushroom and Vegetable Small Pot; Braised Angus Beef with Onion Sauce; and A4 Miyazaki Beef Himi Udon in Soup.
Boticario
Latin-leaning destination cocktail bar and grill Boticario on Tsim Sha Tsui East’s vibrant waterfront presents a three-course Christmas Menu (Dec 24 & 25, HK$598++ pp) highlights of which include a classic Caesar salad with roasted turkey and garlic croutons; slow-cooked short ribs with emulsion potato and red wine sauce; truffle Pappardelle in mushroom cream and topped with fresh shaved black truffle; and strawberry cheesecake. All mains come with two side dishes include grilled asparagus and French fries.
Morton’s
Celebrate the good times with even better steak at Morton’s in Tsim Sha Tsui. The restaurant’s Festive Dinner Menu (HK$1,388++ pp) extends over Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve and presents a wide range of appetizers including Lobster Bisque, its signature Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, the Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, a delicate Seasonal Burrata Salad, and an explosion of umami-rich Seared Foie Gras with Toasted Brioche, topped with subtly sweet apple compote.
Entrées arrive in the form of a 16oz Center-Cut Prime Ribeye, Chilean Sea Bass topped with Romesco sauce, and an authentic American Wagyu Fillet (7oz) Rossini complete with trademark Seared Foie Gras & Madeira Reduction. In addition, the chef upgrades the Manhattan Cut Prime New York Strip (10oz) with an unparalleled bone marrow butter, while Roasted Turkey Roulade will also be served exclusively on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, upon advanced request.
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Morton’s Festive Lunch (Dec 25 & Jan 1, HK$888++ pp) kicks off with Caesar Salad or Centre Cut Iceberg Salad with a sharp blue cheese dressing, or for those seeking a heartier appetizer, Lobster Bisque. Following on, guests are invited to choose from a premium seafood selection including Morton’s famous Crab Cakes, jet-fresh Lobster Tail, or decadent Bacon Wrapped Sea Scallops. Guests can also choose from a range of world-class steaks including the perfectly caramelized Manhattan Cut Prime New York Strip (10oz) and lean Center-Cut Filet Mignon (12oz) (+HK$300) and finish with sweet touches like Morton’s Legendary Hot Chocolate Cake, Crème Brûlée or an all-American classic Key Lime Pie.
Bathers
Mark this season with a special Christmas getaway to Bathers on Lantau’s Lower Cheung Sha Beach. The three-course beachfront menu (Dec 24 dinner, Dec 25 & 26 all day, HK$360++ pp). Highlighted items include smoked duck breast served with gherkins and peach dressing; braised mixed seafood with mussels, prawn, and squid in garlic, white wine, and a fine herb sauce; and pan-fried seabass, served with chickpeas, courgette, and kidney beans.
Also, lookout for the Christmas turkey plate with roast turkey, stuffing with ham, carrots, Brussel sprouts, and turkey gravy; O’Conner Striploin steak served with roasted potato and green salad; and squash rigatoni with butternut squash, almonds, rocket, and parmesan.
Porterhouse Seafood & Steak
Celebrate in style at Porterhouse Seafood & Steak, where the six-course Christmas Set Dinner (Dec 24 & 25, HK$888++ pp) includes the likes of quail egg with beef rillette and spinach sponge, topped with caviar; chestnut soup topped with shaved winter black truffle and porcini mushroom dust; Truffle & Goose Liver Cappelletti “Tortellini”; langoustine tail served with cauliflower puree, crispy samphire tempura and caviar; and venison loin with carrots puree, oats crumble red cabbage and blackcurrant sauce on the side.
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For a stunning sweet finish, try the Panettone Pudding drizzled in salted caramel with rum and raisin ice cream on the side, and lookout for a free Evolcare skincare gift pack, while stocks last.
Porterhouse Seafood & Steak also present s Festive Seafood buffet brunch (Dec 25-27, HK$628++ pp) with highlights including freshly-shucked Irish oysters, Boston lobster, Canadian snow crab leg, salt-baked sea bass, festive turkey, Sardinian suckling pig, and Australian Wagyu D-rump.
The Free-flow option (HK$338++ pp) includes Taittinger Brut Reserve champagne, house red and white wines, and beers and cocktails.
Ciao Chow
Celebrate the festive season at ciao chow, where new Executive Chef Alessandro Persico introduces a series of hearty menus that capture the essence of authentic Italian festivity.
The Italian Christmas Eve Antipasti Dinner (Dec 24, HK$588++ pp) includes an unlimited supply of antipasti from the buffet, one soup, one main, and one dessert. Highlights include Smoked Hamachi Carpaccio; Chives Salmon Gravlax; Baked Black Truffle Oyster; and Octopus Tartare while mains range from Pan-Seared Turkey Galantine; and Grilled and Smoked Wagyu Sirloin; to Butter Poached Boston Lobster.
Guests can also opt for the free-flow package (HK$288++pp) which includes Prosecco, house wines, house spirits, beer, and cocktails, and look out for complimentary skincare gift packs from Evolcare.
Alternatively, the Italian Festive Brunch Buffet (Dec 25 & 26, HK$450++pp) features an unlimited supply of salads, antipasti, seafood, a roast carving station, pizza and pasta stations, and a decadent dessert buffet.
Frank’s
Replicating the famous Rolf’s Germany Restaurant Christmas paradise in New York, Christmas comes to life at Frank’s Italian American Social Club with a Holiday Party Menu (Nov 28-Jan 3, HK$588++ pp) and one-night-only Christmas Eve Menu (HK$1,250++ pp, 48 hours advance booking required for both menus).
With the Party Menu guests can enjoy signature dishes with a festive spin, from Frank’s Burrata with pumpkin blossom and anchovy pesto; and Veal and Lobster Meatballs; to Garlic Roasted Turkey with Black Pepper and Bourbon Gravy; and Brown Sugar and Pineapple Glazed Ham. Sides including cranberry sauce, White Cheddar Biscuits with Chilli-Honey Butter; and Brussel Sprouts the Italian American way – with Guanciale and parsley. Round off the feast with a classic Homemade Apple Crumble served with vanilla ice cream.
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Alternatively, the Christmas Eve Menu sees the traditional turkey meal replaced with a Frutti di Mare seafood and champagne dinner that pays homage to the traditional Italian American Feast of the Seven Fishes. Set against an hour-long all-vinyl hip hop listening session, highlights includes lobster linguine; signature Pan-fried Lasagna; jet-fresh King prawn and scallop scampi with silky white wine lemon butter sauce; and Shiitake Rubbed Prime Rib.
Ask for Alonzo
The holidays are a time for family, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a family style Italian feast at Ask For Alonzo Soho. Offering festive lunch (from HK$198++ pp), dinner (HK$398++ pp) and free flow packages (HK$198++ pp) all December, you can expect dishes like Piedmont Beef Ravioli with Truffle and Roasted Jus and Red Snapper Fillet with Green Asparagus and Lemon Sauce. Vegetarians won’t have to miss out either with an all veggie festive menu available, and stay tuned for limited time festive specials as well.
Bacchus
Wine lovers will rejoice at newly-opened Bacchus’ festive dinner set menus with thoughtfully curated wine pairings to highlight the restaurant’s Asian-infused French cuisine. The Christmas Eve Dinner Menu (Dec 24, HK$988++pp) will feature four courses of innovative French classics with an Asian touch that call back to traditional French festive dishes such as Marbling Duck Foie Gras With 70% Komele Chocolate & Hibiscus Coulis; and Australian Wagyu Beef Wellington With Celery Emulsion & Truffle Jus.
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JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong
Toast to the festive night at the JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong with a three-course set dinner with dessert buffet (Dec 25, HK$998++ pp, min of 4, max of 12 per table) and cap the night off with groovy, fantastic live band entertainment at the hotel’s “JW Christmas Wonderland”. The party will be held in the magnificent JW Marriott Ballroom, where free-flow (HK$100++ pp) selected beer, chilled orange juice, and soft drinks will be served. Also look out for a Christmassy photo booth, a live band, exciting party favours, and special gifts offered by brands such as Bulgari, Valmont, Sulwhasoo, Canvas or the Four Seas Group.
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