Farewell

Dear readers, thank you for all your support in the past. Unfortunately this blog will be closing soon. Please continue to have more food adventures!

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Italian. Mostaccioli Brothers, Soho

Sometimes, you just need to escape from the norm, whether that’s the rat race or eating out.  And what better way than the feeling of discovering a hidden gem?  “Mo Bros” manages to convey that feeling despite it being part of the El Grande Group, which also owns the Grappa’s and Domani brands.  Sorry, it’s … Continue reading →

Central Lunch Series: Casa Lisboa, LKF Tower

Maybe you want something different from the usual Central lunchtime fare.  Maybe you’re still missing that traditional Portuguese food you had last weekend in Macau.  Maybe you can try this place, from the people that brought us Ole Spanish Restaurant & Wine Bar, another nice Mediterranean place. The space is bright and clean, and the … Continue reading →

Enjoy a slice of life at Pizzeria Jacomax, Sheung Wan

Sometimes there’s nothing like a good pizza for lunch.  While the masses scramble for seats daily in Central, there are some gems to be had in neighbouring Sheung Wan.  Through some Openrice detective work I shortlisted this place to try with my pizza-fanatic friend. As a quick intro, here’s a short video: Jacomax apparently stands … Continue reading →

Small is beautiful? Oolaa Petite, Wan Chai

Some of you have probably heard or been to Oolaa, a popular restaurant in Sheung Wan.  I haven’t yet, so I thought the new petite version in Wan Chai (taking over the space from Epoch Coffee Bar) would be a good entry point.  Was I right? Oolaa Petite is part of the Castelo Concepts group, which also … Continue reading →