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Owned by David Lai of On Lot 10, high-ceilinged Bistronomique fulfils the market's need
for affordable yet expertly made French food. The menu is decidedly rustic and features
bone marrow, frog legs and pig's ears alongside more commonplace ingredients - all cooked
in a homey Gallic kind of way. The set lunches are incredibly good value.
CANTONESE
CHAIRMAN
lunch/dinner from HK$200/560; noon-3pm & 6-11pm|; ; Sheung Wan, exit E2)
Understated faux-retro decor and warm service impart a homely feel at this upmarket place
serving Cantonese classics with a healthy twist. Ingredients are sourced locally; cured meat
and pickles are made at Chairman's own farm. The website even has a manifesto! No sur-
prise, almost all the dishes hit all the right notes, from flavour to presentation. Reservation
absolutely essential.
MODERN FRENCH
UPPER MODERN BISTRO
lunch HK$180-450, dinner from HK$850; noon-10.30pm Mon-Sat; Central, exit D2)
Bland menu descriptions belie the complexity of flavours and clever Asian touches of the
cooking here. Likewise, the 'bistro' label falls short of the chic interiors that include a
whimsical ceiling overlaid with petal-like 'eggs'. Michelin-starred Philippe Orrico's latest
take on haute French cuisine is full of surprises. Go with an open mind.
DRINKING & NIGHTLIFE
Expect all-night street parties in Lan Kwai Fong, and occasionally in Soho.
every Thursday night (ticket HK$100) that lets you experience Hong Kong's
nightlife and meet new friends.
