https://www.scmp.com/rss/512170/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Taking pride of place atop the 102nd floor of the International Commerce Centre, within The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, Tosca di Angelo has a bird’s-eye view of the city below which is hard to beat, but its interiors – boasting two statement chandeliers and water features – do well to draw diners’ attention back inside. What steals the show here, though, is the food, with the open kitchen providing a window behind the scenes into chef Angelo Aglianó’s contemporary Mediterranean cuisine. Highlights... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3173108/tosca-di-angelo-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3173108/tosca-di-angelo-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 12:00:19 +0000 Celebrated British chef Theo Randall has brought his expertise to contemporary Italian eatery Theo Mistral. Randall, formerly of London’s renowned The River Café, sources the best in local and Italian produce for his rustic approach to fine dining. Inspired by Randall’s regular travels through Italy, the menu at Theo Randall elevates seasonal ingredients. Signature dishes include a handmade cappelletti pasta filled with slow-cooked goose, lardo and Parmesan, served with a porcini and girole... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3173102/theo-mistral-theo-randall-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3173102/theo-mistral-theo-randall-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 11:00:19 +0000 Sabatini Ristorante Italiano has been serving traditional Roman fare from its home at The Royal Garden hotel for more than two decades. Its rustic dishes are complemented by the old-world charm of its interiors. The ambience is cemented by a team of musicians who take requests for tableside performances in several languages. Highlights include the range of home-made pastas, including Sabatini’s signature linguine with scampi, clams and mussels, while a rotating selection of seasonal specialities... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3173099/sabatini-ristorante-italiano-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3173099/sabatini-ristorante-italiano-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 10:00:22 +0000 Octavium was opened in 2017 by chef Umberto Bombana, of 8½ Otto e Mezzo fame, and has quickly developed a reputation for classic Italian flavours executed with modern flair. Minimalist interiors leave room for bright pops of colour from the artwork to shine. While dishes reflect the restaurant’s commitment to the contemporary, rustic elements reminiscent of traditional, hearty Italian fare can be seen in handmade pasta dishes and the freshly baked bread. Octavium is a popular choice for business... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3173098/octavium-italian-restaurant-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3173098/octavium-italian-restaurant-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 09:00:17 +0000 Tuscan-born chef Riccardo Catarsi leads the team at Nicholini’s, Conrad Hong Kong’s Italian fine dining flagship – which reopened its doors late last year, after a three-month refurbishment, to unveil refreshed interiors that are a subtle accompaniment to the striking skyscraper views. Chef Catarsi’s menu champions seasonal, organic produce, paying tribute to his Tuscan heritage with a distinct, creative twist. Premium ingredients are sourced from the world over for dishes including the Mugnaia... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172611/nicholinis-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172611/nicholinis-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 08:00:15 +0000 Sharing a name with its famed breadsticks, Grissini is an authentic southern Italian eatery that brings dishes from Campania to discerning palates in Hong Kong, as well as an array of specialities from Piedmont, Naples, Sicily and Rome. Its two-storey, floor-to-ceiling Vinotheque cellar houses an impressive collection of Italian wines. Menu highlights include the Roman clay pot with yellow chicken, while family-style sharing dishes include the braised cod with mussels, tripe and clams, served in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172603/grissini-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172603/grissini-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 07:00:14 +0000 Gradini Ristorante E Bar Italiano is a fine dining restaurant and bar situated on the lobby level of boutique hotel The Pottinger. Aperitifs at the adjacent bar set the tone for the meal to follow, while in the restaurant, sleek, subtle, minimalist interiors add to the elegant atmosphere. Authentic Italian dishes are prepared using seasonal produce and quality ingredients. Signature dishes include a home-made tagliolini pasta with Maine lobster and tomato, and the classic linguine with clams in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172596/gradini-ristorante-e-bar-italiano-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172596/gradini-ristorante-e-bar-italiano-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 06:00:26 +0000 Chef Keith Yam – who cut his teeth at 8½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana and The Ritz-Carlton’s Tosca di Angelo – helms Giacomo, a southern Italian eatery occupying the ground floor of the Crowne Plaza Hong Kong hotel. The restaurant’s intimate dining room seats just 28, while a 10-person private dining room is also available. Subtle interiors and muted grey walls provide the perfect home for striking artwork to shine, which would take centre stage if not for the food. Premium ingredients are championed... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172586/giacomo-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172586/giacomo-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:21 +0000 Estro pays tribute to chef Antimo Maria Merone’s Neapolitan roots. After cutting his teeth with acclaimed chefs, including Umberto Bombana, Merone launched his first solo venture (in collaboration with Jia Group), Estro, which opened its doors in September 2021. Italian for “inspiration”, Estro draws from Merone’s heritage and personal experiences, offering contemporary Neapolitan flavours from his childhood, such as spaghetti with artichokes in different textures with colatura, an Italian fish... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172578/estro-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172578/estro-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 04:00:16 +0000 Led by chef Marco Sacco of two-Michelin-starred Piccolo Lago in Italy’s Piedmont region, Castellana boasts mostly modest interiors with muted gold and blue accents complementing a minimalist design. Modest that is, save for its spectacular floor-to-ceiling display of wines – counting off more than 300 from the Piedmont region alone, with vintages dating back to the 1960s. Traditional flavour combinations such as veal with tuna sauce and capers, and a Piedmont thistle soup, pay tribute to chef... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172563/castellana-restaurant-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172563/castellana-restaurant-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 03:00:23 +0000 With a view as breathtaking as Angelini’s, which boasts front row seats to the harbourfront, it’s no surprise that the decor has been kept understatedly elegant. Chef Andrea Burzio’s menu draws inspiration from his Piedmont roots and places an emphasis on bold flavours with fresh, seasonal produce sourced from Italy. Menu highlights include burrata sourced from Apulia in Italy’s southern reaches, accompanied by a cherry tomato confit and Genovese pesto; and the black Angus Florentina steak... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172559/angelini-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172559/angelini-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 02:00:31 +0000 It’s no surprise that chef Umberto Bombana’s three-Michelin-starred restaurant – which takes its name from Federico Fellini’s seminal film – is as quintessentially Italian as they come. The entryway and bar area pay tribute to the celebrated director and his films, while contemporary decor, featuring a mirrored ceiling and chandeliers, balances the old-world charm. Menus are divided into a two-course set lunch, and à la carte and tasting menu offerings come evening, with dishes regularly... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172556/8-1/2-otto-e-mezzo-bombana-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172556/8-1/2-otto-e-mezzo-bombana-restaurant-review?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Apr 2022 01:00:25 +0000 The South China Morning Post’s 100 Top Tables 2022 is celebrating a milestone – its 10th anniversary – this year. Considered the definitive guide to the best fine dining in Hong Kong and Macau, the book features 100 of the best restaurants in the two cities. Greeting the guide’s launch, Gary Liu, the Post’s chief executive, said: “100 Top Tables highlights Hong Kong’s exceptional culinary culture with an annual guide, curated by our editorial panel for connoisseurs of fine cuisine and executive... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3172380/100-top-tables-2022-best-fine-dining-hong-kong-and-macau-sushi?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3172380/100-top-tables-2022-best-fine-dining-hong-kong-and-macau-sushi?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:28 +0000 Each year, the 100 Top Tables awards and dining guide celebrate the city’s best in class. For our 10th edition, in 2022, we shine the spotlight on leading talents, from convention-defying chefs putting a new spin on traditional techniques, to the unsung heroes outside the kitchen. Explore the full list of winners below, and check back later for the full list of reviews from each category. Read more about this year’s 100 Top Tables winners. Chinese Above & Beyond Ah Yat Harbour View... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172374/100-best-restaurants-hong-kong-revealed-complete-100-top?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/100-top-tables/article/3172374/100-best-restaurants-hong-kong-revealed-complete-100-top?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:26 +0000