Favourite Hong Kong restaurants of Jude Wu, conservation chief
Dim sum, Japanese, seafood and vegan fare are high on Wu's list
Having been spoiled by the world-class restaurants in New York City for almost a decade, my taste buds still can’t believe how good the food is in Hong Kong.
I’ve pretty much never had a bad meal here, and already enjoyed 100 great ones in 18 months, from a simple fish ball soup in any Tsui Wah (various locations) to top-of-the-line celebrity chef spots such as Aberdeen Street Social (PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central, tel: 2866 0300), where I always take my favourite VIP guests and friends. There is magic in the air and ambience there, so it is a prime spot for a business or intimate proposal.
Chicha (26 Peel Street, Central, tel: 2561 3336) was the first restaurant I went to in Hong Kong and I’ll always love it for its hip vibe and ceviche. I never imagined the stunning hidden secret of Peruvian cooking, aji amarillo (yellow chilli pepper), would find its way to Hong Kong.
For a blast from the past, grab six of your friends for seafood dinner on a private sampan at Shun Kee Typhoon Shelter (Typhoon Shelter, Causeway Bay, tel: 8112 0075) – the floating restaurant in Causeway Bay. It is by far the most unique dining experience I know.