March 2020 edit: RECH is now closed 

by Aude
 
Weekend brunch as its perks but aren’t you sometimes craving for something a little fancier? I mean unlimited buffet, free-flow Champagne … we all love it. But I also love having the option to go for something chicer: because I got something to celebrate or just because I feel like treating myself to lunch by world acclaimed Chef. Who says you always need a special occasion to enjoy yourself?
 
Weekend Lunch at Rech by Alain Ducasse is just the perfect treat if you are a seafood lover like me. Plus nothing quite like enjoying seafood while overlooking the sea right? And when it comes to the view, Rech by Alain Ducasse, definitely is a winner with its dining room overlooking Victoria Harbour.

Shall we start? This seafood platter just looks too yummy, would be a pity not to dig in right away: oysters, shrimps, whelks and clams ... what a fresh start. 

You’ll then get to choose a starter and a main and if I may, I’ll definitely recommend trying on the Grand Aioli. Not the kind of dish you would usually find in Hong Kong but such a yummy beautiful Mediterranean treat. 

By the time Rech’s famous Camembert reaches your table you’ll be pretty full already but believe me, you’ll find room for this one. Most likely the best Camembert I had in a long time and just perfect w/ a glass of red wine Intuition Un Coin sur Terre 2016. Just take your time, enjoy, there’s no rush … it’s the weekend after all!

In the mood for dessert? I bet you are! Choice is not easy but I must confess an absolute crush on their Topezienne tart! Probably my fav French dessert of all and the first I see one in Hong Kong and not just any one: a super yummy one w/ a strong taste of orange blossom, just the way I like it.
 
Another thing that I love about this weekend lunch? Service is on point! Plus, they won’t rush you out to give your table to someone else. Weekends are for resting and slowing things done and they do get it very well. Seat, relax and enjoy another sip of Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial.

by Aude
 
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and I am pretty sure I’ve got some lovers up here. If you are not in a cheesy mood (but why? Why?) you might wanna skip that one. And if you do not have a lover that’s not a problem as you might also want to treat yourself to some cute gifts and enjoy a nice dinner with friends.
 
Let’s get cheesy and think pink!
 
On the menu today:
 

My yummy Valentine: a round-up of the most attractive Valentine’s Day menus in town for those who want to indulge but also those who are not willing to break the bank and a few yummy treats that you can enjoy at home without having anyone judging you (oupsie, I ate the entire box of chocolates)

My beauty Valentine: a few ideas to pamper yourself for a very special Valentine’s Day

 

MY YUMMY VALENTINE

 
Not that we need excuses to treat ourselves to yummy treats and a lovely dinner but if we would well I’d say that Valentine’s Day is a damn good excuse!
 
There are way too many restaurants offering appealing Valentine’s Day menu for me to tell you about them all but here are a few ideas for the foodie lovers out there.


 

INDULGE
For those of you willing to make it a big deal

 
Dining among the stars at Le 39V Hong Kong is sure to take you to seventh heaven. Quite a plan on Valentine’s Day right? The 6 courses menu includes Blue Lobster Vol au Vent and Pigeon from Bresse.
HKD 4,500 for two
Additional HKD 1,800 for wine pairing (for two people)
HKD 4,800 for two including one half bottle of Louis Roederer Brut Premier 

 

LE PAN embraces the romance offering a unique Valentine’s Day Rose Rhapsody 6 courses dinner crafted to stir your senses. Dining rooms will be filled with fresh-cut roses.
HKD 2,018/ person with a glass of Champagne Dhondt-Grellet Premier Cru Rosé Brut NV
Free flow options available:
Dhondt-Grellet Rosé HKD 500
Perrier-Jouët “Belle Epoque” Rosé 2006 HKD 900
 

At Duddell’ s w/ an 8 courses dinner including:

Bird’s Nest broth w/ fresh crab meat, bamboo pith and compoy

Braised whole South African abalone with shiitake mushroom and Foie Gras

With a glass of Ruinart Rosé Champagne: HKD 1,888
With Krug Rosé Champagne N.V: HKD 2,288

 

RECH will treat you to both the freshest seafood and the most and spectacular harbour views. 6-course menu by Chef Stéphane Gortina includes:

Mr and Mrs Rech signature desserts

HKD 2,988 for two persons
Additional HKD 588 per person for wine pairing
 

 

TREAT YOURSELF AND YOUR LOVED ONE
For those of you willing to celebrate and treat themselves without entirely breaking the bank

 

At Le Bistro Winebeast w/ Chef Johan’s very Frenchie 5-course menu featuring some of our favs such as:

Stuffed Macaroni, duck confit, smoked duck breast, black truffle

HKD 658
Additional HKD 200 for wine pairing (5 glasses) 

 

At Cé La Vi, lovers will toast over a Seductive Seafood 5-courses menu:

Sashimi & Oyster Platter

Softshell Crab

Lobster

Angus Beef Striploin

Lychee Champagne Mousse

HKD 1,488 for two people
HKD 1,988 for three people
HKD 2,488 for four people

 

Sip a Prosecco cocktail on the house before enjoying the Southern Californian vibes of Commissary Valentine’s Day 6-courses menu including:

Shrimp ceviche with mango, papaya and chilli salsa

14h smoked brisket, chilli & grits

HKD 390/ person

 

 
CELEBRATE WITHOUT THE WHOLE CHEESYNESS
For those of you willing to do a little something but nothing crazy 

At Uma Nota there will no Valentine’s Day Menu but bookings will be available (they are usually not) and the Single Ones coming on Feb 14^th will be treated to a complimentary glass of prosecco or a Caipirinha.
 
If you wanna play it informal but yet cheesy you will love the crafted heart-shaped pizza at Downstairs at 208.
HKD 208 with two glasses of sparkling rosé

Casual Italian eatery PAPI will offer four special items only available on Valentine’s Day:

 
 
Wanna treat yourself to something yummy but not in the mood for dinner? Or looking to celebrate all day long? We got a few other yummy ideas for you.

Lobby Lounge at Intercontinental Hong Kong is partnering with skincare brand MDNA SKIN (created by Madonna) introducing a rose-themed afternoon tea set. The scones served with Devonshire Clotted Cream and Rose Petal Jam are to die for. Plus, you’ll be treated to MDNA SKIN gift cards for a beauty service and a 30ml bottle of The Rose Mist.
HKD 688 for two

 

La Maison du Chocolat Valentine’s collection, In the heart of Parisian Gardens, illustrated by Kim Roselier is just the cutest ever. You might wanna offer it to someone and you definitely wanna treat yourself to one box too! Inside the box? A melody of fragrances and flavours ranging from Orangeraie – a dark chocolate ganache with an orange/orange blood infusion – to Fruity Jasmine – a sweet mango gelée juxtaposed to white jasmine flowers in a rich creamy ganache.
HKD 280 gift box w/ 9 chocolates
HKD 470 gift box w/ 16 chocolates


 

And what about a cute, all round and super yummy macaron? A guiltless pleasure (if you can manage to eat just one, I personally can’t). Which Valentine’s Day Flavours from Pierre Hermé are you gonna go for:

Macaron Jardin Oriental – Orange Blossom, Rose & Ginger

Macaron Chocolat au Lait & Thé Earl Grey – Milk Chocolate & Earl Grey Tea

 

Finishing off this yummy list with the best idea for the lazy ones: Valentine’s Day breakfast in bed thanks to Le Petit Croissant ! The Dream Valentine’s Breakfast is the ultimate treat for a lazy morning in bed: 2 mini croissant, 2 mini pain au chocolat, cup of blueberries & strawberries, 2 heart-shaped pancakes with chocolate chip, 2 granola yogurt, 1 ciabatta bread, 25g butter, 2 mini jam
Available from Feb 5^th
HKD 290


 

 
Again not that we need any excuse to treat ourselves to a cocooning and pampering time but we do sometimes forget to do so … why not takes Valentine’s Day and the Valentine’s exclusive collections as the opportunity for a little “me time”?
 

Infinite Love Restorative & Hydrating Treatment at I-Spa – Intercontinental Hong Kong - is the ultimate pampering experience! A 2h treatment taking you from organic sand scrub to body wrap of shea butter infused with maqui berries and ending with the most delightful and enjoyable back massage.
HKD 1,790


 

Too busy to book yourself an entire 2h break? I got you, I am kind of over busy too. Good news is it doesn’t take a lot to turn your bathroom into a playful yet relaxing room. Starting with LUSH Valentine’s Day collection:

Lucky enough to have a bath? Throw in a Love Boat Bath Bomb and let it’s zesty and uplifting scent take you down the river for the ride of your life

Cover yourself with love and passion thanks to the Kiss Me Quick Washcard

Got someone you want to treat to a beautiful gift? The Love Hearts gift set will help you spread your love
Love Boat Bath Bomb: HKD 80
Kiss Me Quick Washcard: HKD 35
Love Hearts gift set: HKD 400

 

Now you are in the cocooning mood, right? Let’s add one more thing so that you can really enjoy this “I love myself” time: a beautiful candle, a diptyque one of course. Loving the limited Rose Delight collection with its pale pink Toiles de Jouy motifs and its unique rose petals, drips of honey and zest of lemon scent.
Who knows, the mysterious scent and the candle light might give you ideas for the rest of the night?
Rose Delight Candle 190g: HKD 650
Rose Delight Candle 70g: HKD 330

 

Say it flowers and make every moment count. Roses Only has Flowers Delivery in Hong Kong  that can send the best roses at the right time in the right place. Blooms are carefully handpicked from Ecuador, Colombia, and Kenya where roses with the biggest heads and longest stems grow! These blooms are then prepared by their expert florists while their logistic makes sure that our blossoms arrive to your loved ones garden fresh.