CASTELLO DEL VINO
Since the 1970s this family-run business has been keeping Italian expats happy with all the comforts of home. Castello del Vino stocks a huge range of Italian delicacies such as fresh Parmesan cheeses and Parma hams, all air-freighted to arrive fresh. Selections are varied with olive oils available from Tuscany, Puglia and Sicilia and a huge range of wines, Grappas and liquors from all over Italy. There’s also lots of sweet treats on offer including Cantucce biscotti, Amaretti biscuits and Torrone nougat. Constantly taking note of customer preferences, the store often takes delivery of new items which have included truffle creams and oils, new pasta sauces, assorted breadsticks, various Italian tunas and the exquisite honey with truffle to serve with ripe cheeses.
G/F, 12 Anton St., Wan Chai, 2866-0587
COMME A LA MAISON
With the aim of bringing you true French taste in Hong Kong, this online store stocks everything French, and if you find that it doesn’t, simply click on “Request it!” and they’ll do their best to find it for you. There are spreads, terrines and pates; saucissons, cheeses and breads; and a good range of French vinegars and oils, not to mention a range of signature terrines and fois gras’ from gourmet restaurant “Chez Patrick.”
6579-8042, www.commealamaison.com.hk
EURO TREAT
This import emporium sells fine foods from across Europe. The store carries everything from canned goods to champagne, fruit juice to foie gras, snacks and salad dressing—all at relatively affordable prices. You can order online or browse the shelves at its store in Central. The store offers free delivery across Hong Kong, but the minimum purchase amount varies.
G/F, 17B Old Bailey St., Central, 2537-0210, www.eurotreat.com.hk
GOURMET ON-LINE
This is a handy alternative to local gourmet meccas like Great or Oliver’s. Browse online for everything from Belgian waffles to Australian abalone. They import a range of gourmet food, from frozen meat and seafood to organic foods, cheeses, pastries, condiments and coffee beans. The philosophy is simple: “Shopping should be easy. Cooking should be fun. Dining should be a pleasure.” Delivery is free for orders over $600 across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories.
3595-0898, www.gourmet.com.hk
HEALTH NATURALLY
Health Naturally aims to “provide organic food and products at an acceptable price and to promote natural living.” The store has a huge variety of different rices, pastas and noodles from all over the world, as well as other edible goods including cereals, dried fruits and jams. It also sells a range of “healthy living” products on top of all the basic grocery goods, which include dairy items such as organic canned milk and dairy milk for babies and toddlers.
Unit 8, 7/F., Treasure Centre, 42 Hung To Rd., Kwun Tong, 2155 3036, www.healthnaturallyhk.com
MEAT MARKET
If you don’t want to spend your weekends traipsing the aisles at your local supermarket, this online emporium offers a convenient alternative. They stock organic meat, seafood and fresh produce at reasonable prices. Don’t be fooled by the name—you can actually do most of your weekly shop here, as the company has now branched out to sell fruit and veg, homemade sauces and organic free-range eggs among other staples. Orders come vacuum packed and insulated in jelly ice pouches.
8135-1394, www.meatmarket.com.hk
MONSIEUR CHATTE
This French boutique is a labor of love for long time Hong Kong resident Jean-Yves Chatté and his wife Marie Christine. They stock all kinds of French delights, including foie gras, cheese, saucissons, charcuterie, chocolate, biscuits and jams. All of the products and ingredients are handpicked by the couple and imported directly from France. Try the homemade “foie gras terrine,” based on a recipe created by Jean-Yves’ father in the 1950s.
121 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan, 3105-8077, www.mrchatte.com.hk