We love a jolly old Hong Kong Christmas. There’s just something about the 60-foot Santas adorning the outside of buildings, ludicrous shopping mall displays and tons of amazing holiday food that puts us in a merry state of mind.

Check out our picks of the best hotels and restaurants to book for your festive feasts. Elsewhere, we’ve also picked the best turkeys to-go, so you can have your Christmas meal at home without having to cook. And last but not least, our listings of where you can get a real Christmas tree for your home. Merry Christmas!

Festive Dining

If laboring over a five-kilogram turkey and trying to feed an army of noisy relatives and friends at your cozy 400 square foot apartment isn’t exactly going to pan out, why not book yourself in for a hassle-free traditional holiday meal at one of the restaurants below:

Bella Vita

Go European and experience a traditional, homely Italian festive dinner at Bella Vita. True to his roots, Chef Francesco of Bella Vita has created a menu that includes a cornucopia of authentic Italian dishes such as homemade tagliatelle with venison ragout, risotto with Sicilian red shrimp, pistachios and Tuscan saffron filament served with fresh shrimps. Also try the slow-cooked Iberico pork belly, sautéed mussels and truffle caviar.
Dec 24-25, 31. $680 and up. 11/F, Cubus, 1 Hoi Ping Rd., Causeway Bay, 2577-0699.

Bubba Gump

Enjoy the holidays from on high this year. Bubba Gump on the Peak is serving up a lighthearted atmosphere for a traditional meal of roast turkey with all the trimmings. Alternative main courses include their signature seafood in various styles, including tempura shrimp with fries and dips. The three-course celebration kicks off with a glass of sparkling wine. Closing the feast is a special Christmas dessert created by chef Frank in honor of the festive season—a colorfully decorated Christmas cupcake with vanilla frosting and strawberry sauce.
December 1-26. Christmas menu from $488. Shop 304-305, 3/F, The Peak Tower, 128 Peak Rd., The Peak, 2849-2867.