https://www.scmp.com/rss/519474/feed Tessa is currently majoring in global communication at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. She is an intern for the Specialist Publications desk and works on titles including 100 Top Tables by SCMP. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Tessa Yau Tessa Yau The F&B industry is notorious for its long hours and the physical exertion required of its workers. It is also a field where women have struggled to rise to the top, as they often bear a disproportionate share of household and family responsibilities. A 2022 survey by the international food magazine Chef’s Pencil highlighted this disparity, finding that women led a mere 6 per cent of the 2,286 Michelin-starred restaurants worldwide. But in Macau, a new generation of women is quietly changing the... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3328795/not-just-boys-club-3-and-comers-macaus-fb-industry-tells-it-all?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3328795/not-just-boys-club-3-and-comers-macaus-fb-industry-tells-it-all?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:15:08 +0000 Tessa Yau Tessa Yau Campari and Imbibe Magazine return for the 13th year of Negroni Week, with over 100 bars and restaurants across Hong Kong gearing up for an exciting line-up of inventive cocktails and celebrations from September 22 to September 28. Supporting charitable partner Slow Food, Negroni Week spotlights both local and international bartenders, each presenting their distinctive takes on the classic equal parts negroni infused with their own flair and cultural traditions. From Bar Leone’s opening party to... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3326120/where-celebrate-negroni-week-hong-kong-bar-leone-regents-qura?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3326120/where-celebrate-negroni-week-hong-kong-bar-leone-regents-qura?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 21 Sep 2025 14:00:10 +0000 Tessa Yau Tessa Yau After a summer of typhoons and unpredictable downpours, Hong Kong is finally blessed with a sunny forecast this weekend, offering you the perfect excuse to venture beyond the usual haunts and discover even more of the city’s exciting dining experiences. This weekend’s food guide highlights both indulgent delicacies and refreshing escapes to make the most of the sunshine, whether it’s an intimate British afternoon tea at the Magistracy Dining Room or a leisurely brunch set against the natural... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3325059/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-september-12-14?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3325059/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-september-12-14?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:00:09 +0000 Tessa Yau Tessa Yau Hong Kong’s bar scene is one of the best in Asia, with world-class cocktails and a buzzing nightlife. The only catch? It’s one of the world’s most expensive cities, and some after-work drinks or a casual hang-out with friends can easily add up, making nights out feel like a splurge. And that’s without trying some of the city’s priciest cocktails, like Qura’s HK$950 Sazerac made with vintage cognac from 1969. The good news is that not all of the city’s great cocktails need to break the bank. More... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3323018/6-affordable-cocktails-hong-kong-bar-oasis-dead-poets-and-others?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3323018/6-affordable-cocktails-hong-kong-bar-oasis-dead-poets-and-others?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:00:17 +0000 Tessa Yau Tessa Yau Last year, Korean reality show Culinary Class Wars captivated audiences around the world, sparking global interest in Korean cuisine and proving that cooking competitions can be just as thrilling as any K-drama. Looking to capitalise on the popularity of Culinary Class Wars, which has a second season on the way soon, Hong Kong has launched its very own version: Red Hot Chef. This new reality series features an impressive lineup of culinary talent. Chef Anh Sung-jae – a judge from Culinary Class... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3319619/red-hot-chef-hong-kongs-take-culinary-class-wars-8-finalists-gear-impress-judges?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3319619/red-hot-chef-hong-kongs-take-culinary-class-wars-8-finalists-gear-impress-judges?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Jul 2025 10:27:19 +0000 Tessa Yau Tessa Yau As the city winds down from the buzz of Asia’s 50 Best Bars – while battling the summertime heat – this week’s food guide is all about cool indulgences and leisurely meals. From Italian fare by the waterfront to delicate seasonal desserts, these fresh offerings promise a flavourful, laid-back weekend to savour. For more fine dining options, check out the 2025 100 Top Tables Guide. Friday, July 18 There’s no better time than summer to indulge in light, refreshing desserts. Coco at The Mira has... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3318422/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-july-18-20?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3318422/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-july-18-20?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:45:08 +0000 Tessa Yau,Josiah Ng Tessa Yau,Josiah Ng The countdown begins for Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025! For the first time, the spotlight is on Macau as the SAR prepares to host the prestigious awards ceremony, unveiling the list on July 15. In the lead-up to the big night, both Hong Kong and Macau will be buzzing with guest shifts and visiting mixologists from some of the world’s most celebrated bars in one of the most exciting weeks of the year for bar goers. If you’re looking to sip drinks from the world’s top bars without booking a flight,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3317711/best-guest-shifts-hong-kong-and-macau-ahead-asias-50-best-bars-2025?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3317711/best-guest-shifts-hong-kong-and-macau-ahead-asias-50-best-bars-2025?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:00:13 +0000 Tessa Yau Tessa Yau Almost all of us enjoy some chocolate now and then, whether you’re a 95 per cent cacao purist or a heretic happy to nosh on white “chocolate”. Yet few of us are probably aware that chocolate’s origins are far removed from the sweet treat we know today. Long before it became a global indulgence, chocolate was treasured by the ancient Mayans and Aztecs, who used cacao beans as currency and brewed them into a bitter, spiced drink mixed with chilli and cornmeal. When it first reached Europe in the... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3317236/chocolate-can-be-more-sweet-treat-these-hong-kong-chefs-and-mixologists-prove?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3317236/chocolate-can-be-more-sweet-treat-these-hong-kong-chefs-and-mixologists-prove?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:40:21 +0000 Tessa Yau Tessa Yau In the bustling heart of Hong Kong, where titans of industry like CK Hutchison Holdings and Sun Hung Kai Properties are built on family legacies, culinary dynasties also thrive. Among the city’s most cherished institutions are family-run restaurants, and few are as legendary as Seventh Son, an offshoot of Fook Lam Moon – the fabled “tycoons’ canteen” founded by master chef Chui Fook-chuen. Chui’s legacy lives on through his seventh son, Chui Wai-kwan, who spent his life mastering the culinary... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3314307/seventh-son-restaurants-next-generation-carries-forward-culinary-traditions-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3314307/seventh-son-restaurants-next-generation-carries-forward-culinary-traditions-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 14 Jun 2025 03:00:09 +0000 Tessa Yau Tessa Yau Mothers are like real-life superheroes – quietly powerful, endlessly loving and always supportive. This Mother’s Day, show your appreciation in the most comforting way: with a gathering of the people she loves most over food she adores. Whether your mum enjoys starting the day with a luxurious brunch, indulging in a lavish buffet, or savouring a range of traditional Cantonese fare, we’ve rounded up seven of the best Mothers’ Day meals in Hong Kong to help you celebrate the occasion. 1. Café... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3309530/7-hong-kong-restaurants-celebrate-mothers-day-2025?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3309530/7-hong-kong-restaurants-celebrate-mothers-day-2025?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 May 2025 06:01:44 +0000 Tessa Yau,Douglas Parkes Tessa Yau,Douglas Parkes If you still haven’t recovered from the hectic flurry of activities that swept Hong Kong in March, the long Easter weekend is your chance. While traditional celebrations like painting eggs and eating hot cross buns are all well and good, Easter is also historically tied to a theme of revival. On Hong Kong’s ever-changing dining scene, new names continually pop up, bringing novel flavours and bold concepts. Exciting as each new restaurant or bar is, it’s hard not to feel a sense of nostalgia for... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3306964/word-streat-9-restaurants-and-bars-left-their-mark-hong-kongs-dining-scene?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3306964/word-streat-9-restaurants-and-bars-left-their-mark-hong-kongs-dining-scene?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:00:20 +0000 Chinese actress Zhang Ruonan finally stepped into a spotlight all her own recently with the leading role in romantic drama series The First Frost – her major career breakthrough after eight years in the entertainment industry. The saga hit Netflix’s top 10 television shows worldwide, racking up more than 1.2 billion views in China, according to Sina. Playing Wen Yifan, a character haunted by trauma from her teenage years, Zhang, 28, delivered a deeply moving performance, said critics. Zhang... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3306858/meet-born-actress-zhang-ruonan-star-first-frost-chinas-new-queen-romantic-drama-plays-opposite-new?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3306858/meet-born-actress-zhang-ruonan-star-first-frost-chinas-new-queen-romantic-drama-plays-opposite-new?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 17 Apr 2025 10:00:13 +0000 Lunar New Year is here and it’s the season for joyful gatherings with friends and family, sharing blessings with red packets and the most important part – indulging in delicious festive treats. There’s even a saying: eat well during the New Year, and prosperity will follow! Many families love making their own traditional New Year delicacies, and so do the pros. That’s why we’ve asked top chefs from some of Hong Kong’s best restaurants for their auspicious dishes and snacks of the season, insider... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3296775/7-hong-kongs-top-chefs-their-favourite-lunar-new-year-dishes-insider-tips-treasured-family-recipes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3296775/7-hong-kongs-top-chefs-their-favourite-lunar-new-year-dishes-insider-tips-treasured-family-recipes?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Jan 2025 05:05:07 +0000 The Lunar New Year is all about good food and joyful reunions. And there’s nothing better than bringing family and friends together around a table filled with auspicious dishes and heartfelt blessings. Whether you’re looking for a lavish banquet brimming with symbolic dishes to bring prosperity to the table, or a more intimate celebration with modern twists on comforting classics, here are nine dining options to try this Lunar New Year. 1. Duddell’s This year, Duddell’s is presenting a Chinese... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3296058/where-dine-style-chinese-new-year-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3296058/where-dine-style-chinese-new-year-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:45:14 +0000 Life in Hong Kong rarely stops. The city wakes a little slower on weekends though. For several blissful hours the ordinarily bustling streets seem to pause and breathe a little easier – making it the perfect time to indulge in a leisurely brunch. Brunch culture in Hong Kong is an East-meets-West mix typical of the city. Many restaurants offer Western-style fare but the mealtime has fused with traditional Cantonese yum cha culture, transforming the often sleepy meal in the West into a more lively... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3294160/11-best-brunch-options-hong-kong-2025?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3294160/11-best-brunch-options-hong-kong-2025?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 11 Jan 2025 09:00:08 +0000 Life in Hong Kong is an almost never-ending whirlwind of activity. If you’re craving a moment of serenity amid your daily hustle, there’s nothing like indulging in a spot of afternoon tea. Sipping a cup of fine tea and enjoying a tower of delicate treats is a soothing experience that everyone should enjoy once in a while. So whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself to a decadent pause in the middle of a hectic schedule, these seven luxury afternoon tea sets in... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3291524/7-most-luxurious-afternoon-tea-sets-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3291524/7-most-luxurious-afternoon-tea-sets-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Dec 2024 22:00:17 +0000 The final countdown to 2025 is on, and some of Hong Kong’s best restaurants are going all out to make this New Year’s Eve one to remember. As the city gears up for a night of excitement, what better way to welcome 2025 than by indulging in a special dining experience with your friends or loved ones at one of the city’s most vibrant spots? Whether you’re craving exquisite gourmet dishes, festive spreads or a front-row seat to the city’s iconic fireworks, here are some of our top picks for... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3291987/7-best-new-years-eve-dinners-hong-kong-2024?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3291987/7-best-new-years-eve-dinners-hong-kong-2024?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Dec 2024 04:00:11 +0000 When it comes to simple culinary delights, few things hit the spot like a perfectly cooked steak. However, what should be a straightforward dish has been increasingly complicated by the growing literature surrounding the best way to cook a steak. To sear or not to sear? What about reverse searing? Is it better to sous-vide your steak? Thanks to social media, everyone has an opinion and the suggestions are endless. That’s where the professionals come in. Hong Kong’s The Steak House recently... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3278077/6-steps-grilling-perfect-steak-top-chefs-amine-errkhis-and-oliver-hyde?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3278077/6-steps-grilling-perfect-steak-top-chefs-amine-errkhis-and-oliver-hyde?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Sep 2024 04:00:12 +0000 As the summer weather in Hong Kong flips from sizzling hot to thunderous downpour, there’s no better way to escape the vicissitudes of the season than to take an afternoon break in a cosy, lavish setting replete with culinary delights and spectacular views. Afternoon tea in Hong Kong is a well-established tradition and this summer, some of the city’s most prestigious hotels have launched special afternoon tea sets for the season – many in collaboration with luxury brands, adding a chic twist to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/article/3274558/5-chic-limited-time-summer-afternoon-tea-sets-hong-kong-you-shouldnt-miss?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/article/3274558/5-chic-limited-time-summer-afternoon-tea-sets-hong-kong-you-shouldnt-miss?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 15 Aug 2024 04:55:31 +0000