Restaurant Reviews

Tucked inside the old-school Wing On Plaza in East Tsim Sha Tsui, Woodlands Indian Vegetarian Restaurant offers a respite from the bustle of Kowloon and is a popular gathering place for the surrounding Indian business community, tourists…
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Welcome to our new bi-monthly column about all things plant-based dining in Hong Kong. The city has become such an exciting destination for hungry herbivores of late, with openings and menu launches happening weekly. Omnis get roundups…
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Stepping inside the effortlessly cool Brut! in Sai Ying Pun, the melodic tunes coming from musician Alex Purdue's live acoustic guitar is slow and steady, setting the mood perfectly. In one of Hong Kong's trendiest 'hoods, the year-old wine…
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On a beautiful sunny Hong Kong Saturday, we board a small ferry from Aberdeen pier to be transported 20 mins away to Pak Kok Village, on Lamma Island. This is not the usual Lamma ferry, nor the usual Lamma stop. Pak Kok Village…
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Down Jervois Street along old-school mom and pop storefronts and traditional tonic shops, Confusion Plant Based Kitchen stands out as a stark white jewel amongst the busy Sheung Wan streets. Inside, the clean space and minimalist…
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Up the third floor of LANDMARK Atrium on a bustling afternoon, the queue for The Cakery extends past the escalators of its new wellness corner. Shoppers are lingering by the glass case, eyeing elegantly decorated mini and full-sized…
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While it could be the lighting, Executive Chef Eligio Escobedo is radiating throughout front of the house at his contemporary Mexican establishment, Verde Mar. There's a natural, healthy glow about him that he credits to his business…
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One of the most popular and well-loved cuisines, nothing is quite as comforting as Italian food. With its silky and creamy pasta dishes and simple salade caprese done up to perfection, it can be hard to imagine worthy vegan substitutes for…
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High above the maddening Hong Kong crowd, The Upper House sits atop Pacific Place in all its luxurious, understated glory. Revered for their impeccable commitment to personalized, high-touch service, their flawless service extends all the…
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Food just seems to taste better when you know an establishment is looking to feed you healthy, toxin-free, locally grown ingredients that can support both the community and your body. That's been the mission of Sohofama since day one: a…
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Celebrated for its emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients, Japanese cuisine is usually recognized for its prominence on seafood. Unsurprisingly, Japan consumes 10% of the global fish catch; seafood is deeply engrained in the nation's…
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Six years since laying the foundation for what is now one of the most venerable vegetable-forward establishments in the city, chef Peggy Chan has upped the ante. Pushing the boundaries of her creativity, the new Spring/Summer menu of…
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The new spring vegan omakase from Dining at MURASAKI is an experience in gastronomic luxury. Set against an ascending skyscraper with exclusive views of Victoria Harbour, the Japanese-French hybrid features lavish private rooms and 10,000…
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Down Elgin Street's lively lunchtime rush, there's an electrifying Latin soundtrack currently pulsating Shakira towards Peel Street. As if luring ravenous bystanders inside their abode to the upbeat rhythm of salsa and merengue, it is…
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Vegetarians, vegans, meat-eaters...listen up and rejoice! Everyone's favorite British fast-casual chain, Pret A Manger, has launched a new, delicious meat-free campaign with a wide new range of salads, sandwiches, hot foods, and sweet…
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January 2018 Update: Jar Jar Beam has closed down.  Jar Jar Beam, the newest plant-based cafe to hit the +852's healthy eating scene, is shining its healthful light in lively Sheung Wan. No relation to the bumbling Gungan from Naboo (!),…
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It's a bustling Wednesday night at Rhoda, Yenn Wong's Sai Ying Pun jewel helmed by Chef-Patron Nate Green, formerly of 22 Ships fame. The place is packed with people enjoying themselves, gorging themselves on Green's fabulous food…
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Down a long, white marbled countertop set against a lofty ceiling with heavy, oak highchairs, a steady stream of patrons come through open bluebird-colored doors. Some are sitting down for a large slice of cake. Others are chatting…
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Tucked along a quiet, ordinary street amid the everyday commotion of Central, Arcane is rolling out a new alluring culinary menu to satiate the epicurean in us all. Striving to promote the plant-based lifestyle, famed multi-award winning…
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March 2017 Update: Vanimal has closed down.  We had the pleasure of tasting our way through Vanimal, Kennedy Town's hip, veggie-forward eatery and we came away seriously impressed. The space and the decor make for a paradoxical first…
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September 2017 Update: The Kinnet has now closed down. The Restaurant by The Kinnet is a healthy hideout tucked away within the compounds of a lush holistic wellness retreat center right in the bustling Sheung Wan district. It is The…
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