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Lan Kwai Fong fixture Tokio Joe has wrapped up its latest revamp, having operated in the party district since its debut in 1995. Named after notorious Japanese-American gangster Ken Eto, the restaurant channels its namesake into a new look inspired by Japanese gambling dens and the speakeasy format. The dark wood interior is now home to antiques sourced from Japan, such as a working vintage Pachinko machine, 1960s speakers and vinyl records, while a soundtrack of mid-century blues and jazz adds to the allure of the dining experience.
The menu marks a shift towards omakase cuisine both with an expansion of its omakase seating, as well as the appointment of five dedicated omakase chefs, each of whom will oversee the meal from beginning to end. Meanwhile, on the à la carte menu, dishes to look out for include the LKF Roll, comprising sea urchin and salmon roe, and topped with steamed lobster and chu-toro tuna; Joe’s New Zealand Lamb Fumi, grilled and served with wasabi soy sauce; an
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Mandarin Oriental s buttery scones aren’t greasy and not too crumbly (Photo: courtesy of Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong)
For those who love classic desserts and pastries, the five-star hotel’s cake shop is a no-brainer. Since its opening in the 1970s, it has been dominating the sweet world with its 1963 Mandarin cheesecake, chocolate truffle cake and, needless to mention, classic scones which come in two flavours – butter and raisin. Their scones, each bigger than my fist, are probably one of the largest you’ll find in town. But fear not if you have a small appetite. There’s a reason why they remain popular throughout the decades. The buttery scones aren’t greasy and not too crumbly – just right for elegant enjoyment. Led by executive pastry chef Christophe Sapy who has served Thailand’s royal family, Mandarin Oriental creates their own rose petal jam; the recipe for which is a closely guarded secret. The dark red puree has a hint of sour be