https://www.scmp.com/rss/521758/feed The latest news and top stories on JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong. A leading entity in the luxury hospitality sector, this Hong Kong Island based 5-star hotel specialises in premium accommodation, diverse dining experiences and extensive meeting facilities. Primarily serving affluent travellers, business executives and high-income individuals, it is known for its flagship status in Asia Pacific and award-winning service. With a Michelin-starred restaurant and a new lunch buffet at The Lounge... en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com SCMP SCMP This article was first published on April 3, 2011 If the altitude doesn’t give you a nosebleed, the room rates might By John Carney You could say it is the height of luxury. And if putting on the Ritz is your thing, it’s just the place for you. The highest hotel in the world opened in Hong Kong last week, and if the altitude doesn’t give you a nosebleed, the price of a room will. Taking up floors 102 to 118 of the International Commerce Centre (ICC), the five-star, 312-room Ritz-Carlton Hotel... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3348732/worlds-highest-hotel-opens-hong-kongs-west-kowloon-2011-scmp-archive?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3348732/worlds-highest-hotel-opens-hong-kongs-west-kowloon-2011-scmp-archive?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Apr 2026 03:11:08 +0000 Charmaine Yu Charmaine Yu Whether you are looking for lavish seasonal menus, creative chocolate treats or festive-themed workshops, Easter in Hong Kong is full of flavour and fun. During the long weekend, adults can indulge in the best brunch spots and must-try seasonal pastries, while children can join beginner-friendly art classes in some of the city’s premier hotels and restaurants and catch a special visit from the Easter bunny. Why put all your eggs in one basket when the city has so many Easter activities to offer?... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3348617/easter-2026-food-highlights-hong-kong-sunday-lunch-hot-cross-doughnuts?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3348617/easter-2026-food-highlights-hong-kong-sunday-lunch-hot-cross-doughnuts?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:45:07 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer This Easter, the city’s kitchens are rolling out chocolate-centric tea sets, skyline specials, carving-station brunches and festive baked goods. Here’s where to book or stop by this weekend for holiday eating that balances grown-up refinement with kid-friendly fun, from harbour-view Valrhona indulgences to DIY baked goods kits you can take home. For more dining recommendations, see our 2025 100 Top Tables Guide, and stay tuned for the announcement of the 2026 list. Friday, April 3 Kick off your... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3348346/your-hong-kong-food-guide-easter-weekend?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3348346/your-hong-kong-food-guide-easter-weekend?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:45:08 +0000 Lisa Cam Lisa Cam In 2023, among the picturesque greenery of the Pine Garden reception hall in Guangzhou, Chinese President Xi Jinping and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron met informally to discuss the crisis in Ukraine and trade relations. As they discussed the state of the world, the two presidents drank Jade Dove red wine from Xige Estate in Ningxia, China. Chinese wines have come a long way, and began winning international competitions in the 2010s. More than a decade later, the challenge is to build an... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3348068/wine-bordeaux-china-ningxia-rise-can-it-rival-french-bottles?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3348068/wine-bordeaux-china-ningxia-rise-can-it-rival-french-bottles?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 28 Mar 2026 07:15:08 +0000 Wynna Wong,Theodora Yu Wynna Wong,Theodora Yu Tens of thousands of Hongkongers and tourists lined the streets in Tsim Sha Tsui on Tuesday evening for the city’s annual Lunar New Year float parade, with the crowd left in awe as they saw dancers, dragons and other delights. The two-hour Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade began at 8pm on Tuesday with an East-meets-West street party featuring dozens of local and overseas performers, although many people arrived hours in advance to claim prime viewing spots. This year’s event,... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343835/excited-spectators-pack-streets-hong-kong-lunar-new-year-night-parade?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343835/excited-spectators-pack-streets-hong-kong-lunar-new-year-night-parade?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:27:45 +0000 Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung As the Year of the Horse gallops into sight, Hong Kong’s most in-demand tables are readying for the rush of reunion dinners and auspicious starts. From the requisite harbourfront fireworks viewings to reimagined Chiu Chow classics, here is the edit of where to book for the Lunar New Year. For those who believe the New Year requires a cinematic backdrop, the harbour remains the protagonist. Above & Beyond at Hotel Icon continues to be a top contender for the fireworks display on the second day of... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3342520/where-gather-best-hong-kongs-chinese-new-year-offerings?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3342520/where-gather-best-hong-kongs-chinese-new-year-offerings?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:00:12 +0000 Chloe Loung Chloe Loung Valentine’s Day lands on a Saturday this year. That means, for many, no post-work rush, no watching the clock – just the entire night ahead to settle into a booth, share a tasting menu and linger over the last bites of dessert. From Michelin-starred artistry over the harbour to shareable feasts in neighbourhood bistros, there is no shortage of places to do that in Hong Kong. Here is a list of 10 restaurants to bring your special someone. 1. Akira Back This Valentine’s Day, chef Akira Back... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3341685/10-hong-kong-restaurants-romantic-valentines-day-2026-dinner?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3341685/10-hong-kong-restaurants-romantic-valentines-day-2026-dinner?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 01 Feb 2026 04:45:08 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer Tosca di Angelo, on the 102nd floor of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, frames southern Italian cooking against one of the world’s most dramatic skylines. The hotel’s Italian restaurant, which opened in 2011 and was originally named Tosca after Puccini’s classic opera, then renamed Tosca di Angelo in 2019, boasts sweeping views, a wood-fired oven and a menu that moves from fresh antipasti to handmade pastas and whole fish grilled over coal. Born in Sicily and with a career having taken him to some... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3339160/dish-focus-sicilian-artisanal-busiate-tosca-di-angelo?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3339160/dish-focus-sicilian-artisanal-busiate-tosca-di-angelo?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:00:15 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer The second weekend of 2026 is setting an indulgent tone, with dining experiences spanning charcoal and caviar, Nordic prints and Neapolitan comfort. Friday centres on smoke and precision yakitori as a Japanese grill master lands in Wan Chai; Saturday slows the pace with a design-led afternoon tea dressed in Marimekko’s joyful florals in Admiralty; and Sunday closes with a long, Mediterranean-style brunch on Ship Street, complete with antipasti, pasta and free-flow pours – three distinct ways to... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3339004/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-january-9-11?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3339004/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-january-9-11?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:08:59 +0000 Douglas Parkes Douglas Parkes It’s the season to be jolly again, and Hong Kong’s top restaurants and bars are ready to ensure you oblige with some exciting new Christmas cocktails. So pull up a bar stool and let these inspired winter tipples fuel your festive glee. Bar Q88 The JW Marriott’s intimate lobby bar has long enjoyed a reputation as one of the best spots in Admiralty to unwind. This year, the establishment is offering two festive drinks for the Christmas period. The first is an Asian-inspired take on mulled wine... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/dining/article/3336464/3-festive-cocktails-spice-your-christmas-celebrations-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/dining/article/3336464/3-festive-cocktails-spice-your-christmas-celebrations-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:08 +0000 Kylie Knott Kylie Knott For many, this year’s festive season will be a sombre affair as Hong Kong continues to process the Tai Po fire tragedy last month. However, there is something to be said about spending time with loved ones, and while preparing a meal might be furthest from people’s minds, our city’s restaurants are always there for us. Here are places across the city to check out for their festive meals over Christmas and New Year. 1. The Astor Until December 31, The Astor at the Eaton HK hotel transforms into a... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3335851/must-try-christmas-and-new-years-meals-hong-kong-check-out-2025-nears-its-end?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3335851/must-try-christmas-and-new-years-meals-hong-kong-check-out-2025-nears-its-end?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2025 23:15:08 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer Hong Kong’s dining scene ignites with festive flair as December unfolds, bringing with it alpine pop-ups, high-altitude teas and hearty Italian specials. This weekend’s picks embrace the seasonal spirit through immersive après-ski vibes, festive ballet-themed indulgences and Neapolitan generosity. Fill your weekend with seasonal escapes by spending Friday night at the return of Chalet des Alpes, elevating your Saturday at The Ritz-Carlton’s Nutcracker afternoon tea, and capping off Sunday with... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3335065/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-december-5-7?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3335065/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-december-5-7?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:55:19 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer This weekend’s guide is all about good vibes as well as good food – from ultimate indulgences to relaxation and wellness. Kick things off on Friday with Regent Hong Kong’s luxe twist on Shake Shack’s classic burger: the Foie Gras Shack. On Saturday, soak in the laid-back harbourfront scene at O’Thai, where authentic Thai bites, live music and happy hour drinks create the perfect weekend atmosphere. Then wind down on Sunday evening with Man Ho’s Five Elements Menu, a mindful and delicious way to... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3332472/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-november-14-16?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3332472/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-november-14-16?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:00:31 +0000 Josiah Ng Josiah Ng It’s almost Negroni Week, and The St Regis is preemptively giving us six twists on the cocktail this week – but the rest of our bar scene isn’t slowing down either. New menus from Kinsman and The Opposites expand on established flavours as the former pays homage to five of the world’s great Chinatowns, and the latter offers takes on the paloma, the espresso martini and the sidecar – one each from duo Antonio Lai and Samuel Kwok. Thursday, September 18 Negroni Week – Icons of Italian Mixology at... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3325695/your-hong-kong-weekend-drinks-guide-september-18-20?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3325695/your-hong-kong-weekend-drinks-guide-september-18-20?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 17 Sep 2025 09:00:11 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer Start your weekend at Nocino, where rustic Ticino cuisine takes centre stage in Central. On Saturday, enjoy a special afternoon tea at The Butterfly Room, featuring a sweet collaboration between two talented pastry chefs. Finally, conclude your weekend with a memorable meal at Flint in the JW Marriott showcasing seasonal seafood. Check out the 2025 100 Top Tables Guide for more. Friday, September 5 Nocino opened its first location in Tai Hang in 2022, winning over Hong Kong diners with its... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3324029/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-september-5-7?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3324029/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-september-5-7?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:45:07 +0000 Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung Hear this Baroque Reflections The New Hong Kong Philharmonia’s Baroque Chamber Orchestra will be joined by Italian violinist Domenico Nordio for an era-spanning performance of Baroque masterpieces for one night only on Tuesday. From Vivaldi’s fiery virtuosity to Bach’s intricate harmonies, Nordio is set to draw attendees into another world with the violin’s expressive depth and timeless appeal. August 26, Hong Kong City Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central. Tickets from HK$180; urbtix.hk Eat... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3322793/what-do-hong-kong-august-24-30?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3322793/what-do-hong-kong-august-24-30?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Aug 2025 22:00:20 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer At Rùn, the Chinese fine-dining restaurant inside The St Regis Hong Kong, executive Chinese chef Hung Chi-kwong transforms a beloved Cantonese snack into a sophisticated, multisensory dish that reflects the restaurant’s philosophy of respecting tradition while exploring innovative techniques. For Hung, the dish is a combination of memory, technique and taste. His aim was to bring together the “depth of Cantonese master stock and the luxuriousness of duck liver” elevated with modern presentation.... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3322799/dish-focus-marinated-smoked-duck-liver-crispy-toast-run?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3322799/dish-focus-marinated-smoked-duck-liver-crispy-toast-run?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:00:18 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer This weekend, Hong Kong’s dining scene is stuffed with unique options. You can enjoy an exquisite six-hands feast celebrating seasonal wild mushrooms, a sumptuous Indian buffet in honour of India’s national day, or an innovative afternoon tea that blends fine dining with bespoke fragrances. Whether savouring the rich and earthy flavours of Yunnan fungi or indulging in delicate pastries served high above the city, these curated events offer enticing reasons to explore the city’s vibrant hotels.... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3321587/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-august-15-17?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3321587/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-august-15-17?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:34:00 +0000