Café, Bar & Restaurants: ．Agnès b. - le pain grillé ．Café des Artists ．Chez Patrick Restaurant ．Gateway Hotel - La Brasserie ．La Terrasse Wine Bar & Restaurant ．The Ritz-Calton, HK - Toscana ．The Ritz-Calton, HK - The Café ．Metropark Hotel Kowloon - Palm Court Western Restaurant ．The Peak Lookout Restaurant ．Le Parisien French Restaurant ．Jimmy's Kitchen Central ．Jimmy's Kitchen Kowloon ．Post97 ．La Dolce Vita 97 Bar & Lounge ．Avenue Restaurant and Bar
Knowing how to appreciate the aroma of a good wine or taste the tenderness of a mouth-watering of meat is part of the French “art de vivre”. During the entire Festival, the best French Restaurants of Hong Kong will treat you with a feast of special menus especially prepared for the occasion. So, why not go and pamper yourself with a succulent “Crème Brûlée” after a good play?
Agnès b. le pain grillé 1) Shop 1, Ground Floor, 111 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, HK Tel: 2577 2718 2) Shop 1 & 2A, 2-4 Kingston Street, Fashion Walk, Causeway Bay, HK Opening Hours: (Mon-Thur & Sun) 12:00 – 23:30; (Fri-Sat) 12:00 – 00:30 Meaning “toasted bread” in French, the name “le pain grillé” is delicately selected by French fashion designer Agnès herself. The name speaks for itself, signifying the chic, cozy but delicate and enjoyable dining place. Integrating the concepts of French café, bistro and restaurant, le pain grillé serves the most signature French gourmet in just a single stop. Agnès b. considers dining culture as another important part of one’s lifestyle. The cozy café gives Hong Kong people who never been to France the opportunity to experience a real French café, while for those who had visited France to rediscover the French authenticity locally. People can enjoy French food and drinks amidst French ambience and atmosphere without the need of taking a plane abroad. --------------------------------------------------
Café des Artistes 1/f California Tower, 30-32 D’Aguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong, Central Tel: 2526 3880 Café des Artistes offers modern French cuisine in a stylishly elegant atmosphere. Our French Chef Didier Rochat’s cooking marries new preparations of classic recipes using time-honoured techniques and the freshest imported ingredients. Choose from a variety of dishes from delectable foie gras to quick and healthy salads to regional seafood specialties. The terrace and old-wood bar are perfect for after-work or pre-dinner drinks, while set lunches change every week. --------------------------------------------------
Chez Patrick Restaurant 1) G/F 26 Peel Street, central, HK Tel: 2541 1401 2) 8-9 sun street, Wanchai, HK Tel: 2527 1408 Chez Patrick is a fine dining restaurant in a warm, casual and homey environment. With wooden flooring and white wall panels, the atmosphere of the restaurant is exactly like that of the dinning room in a typical Parisian apartment. French Chef Patrick Goubier runs the restaurant, closely assisted by his wife and his friends who have worked with him for many years. He enjoys sharing his passion for food, and loves to blend his creations with the specialties from home-Lyons. This coming May, join us at Chez Patrick for a remarkable French meal! --------------------------------------------------
La Brasserie, Gateway Hotel 13 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Tel: 2113 7925 Opening Hours 6:30pm-11:30pm daily Period : Thursday 03 May – Thursday 31 May 2007 Wine Dinner : Wednesday 02 May 2007 La Brasserie in Gateway Hotel is again delighted to bring the best of France’s cuisine to town to celebrate Le French May this year, and we are proud to have our newly appointed Executive Sous Chef, Mr Frederic Hustache, to present us his creative French cuisine. Frederic, a French national, possesses a rich background in the culinary field. For more than 10 years, he has had a distinguished career in some of most famous restaurants and hotels in France, including Le President at Hotel Mercure (Accor) Grenoble; Hotel Le Diva, Isola 2000; Maurin des Marures; and Chavant, a 1-star Michelin restaurant. A special a la carte menu will be introduced from 3rd May to 31st May, featuring some of the very best creations of Chef Frederic. On the 2nd May, he will present a gastronomic Wine Dinner, marrying his renowned style of cooking off to the finest wine selection. Guest can enjoy a complimentary glass of house wine for any dinner consumption in La Brasserie with presentation of any Le French May ticket throughout our promotion period.
Michelin Starred Chef, Frederic Hustache Celebrating Le French May AT LA BRASSERIE
2007’s Le French May at La Brasserie in Gateway hotel is being celebrated by our very own Michelin Starred Chef, Frederic Hustache, who has created a fabulous specialty menu to celebrate Spring and Le French May.
Frederic joined the Gateway hotel earlier this year, and at the tender age of 27 has over 10 years experience working in some of France’s greatest restaurants, including 1 Michelin Star restaurant, Chauvet and a number of five-star hotels in China.
On the evening of the 2nd May, La Brasserie is proud to present an extraordinary gastronomic Wine Dinner, with a delicious menu that has been paired with the finest of wine selections. Domaine Astruc Blanquette de Limoux Brut (Sparkling wine), Paul Mas Sauvignon Blanc 2006, Domaine Davanture Bourgogne Côte Chalonnaise Rouge 2003, Château Pipeau Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2001, Guy Pinard & Fils Pineau Des Charentes Blanc (Cognac-based) are five of the wines that have been perfectly paired with each dish served by Cottage Vineyard and Les Domaines Paul Mas’s master wine connoisseurs on Chef Frederic’ Wine Dinner Menu. Each wine has been chosen to balance all the flavours of Chef Frederic’s dishes, and to provide our guests with a true taste sensation.
During the Le French May promotion, Chef Frederic has also created a delicious a la carte menu that can be enjoyed alternatively to the gastronomic set menu from the wine dinner.
Wine Dinner: 2nd May 2007 Promotion Period: 3rd to 31st May 2007 Time: 6:30pm -11:30pm daily Venue: La Brasserie, Lower Lobby, Gateway, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Reservations: 2113-7925
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LE FRENCH MAY WINE DINNER By Frederic Hustache, ONE MICHELIN STAR
Date: Wednesday, 2nd May 2007 Cocktail: 7:00pm Dinner: start at 7:45pm Price: $848 per person MPPC and MPDC members: $798 per person (All prices are subject to 10% service charge)
La Terrasse Wine Bar & Restaurant G/F, 19 Old Bailey Street, Central Tel: 2147 2225 La Terrasse restaurant is situated in the mid-levels area of Central, on the periphery of the popular Soho dining area, offering traditional French cuisine in a relaxed, ambient and romantic setting. Chef René's philosophy is very simple, quality produce cooked precisely and presented with the minimum of fuss, utilizing the freshest and finest of products. La Terrasse is organizing an exquisite menu on the occasion of Le French May anniversary! Show Le French May brochure* (yes, the very one you're holding!) and enjoy a 15% discount on our special menu! *Photocopy would not be accepted --------------------------------------------------
Toscana The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong 3 Connaught Rd., Central, Hong Kong Tel: 2532 2056 The hotel's 70-seat Italian dining room features the flavors of Chef Umberto Bombana's innovative and regional Tuscan cuisine. The restaurant's warm, intimate feeling is ideal for a business engagement or private dinner. Signature dishes of Toscana include Lobster Medallion with Balik Salmon, Scampi, Oscietra Caviar, Fennel and Orange Jelly, Spaghetti with Bottarga and Chopped Fresh Tunas or Wagyu Beef in Sage and Olive Oil Sauce with White Beans Emulsion. An antipasti buffet is available with any entree or as a meal option. A grappa cart filled with mouth-blown glass bottles in unique shapes provides potent after-dinner drinks. Toscana offers three elegant private dining rooms for business lunches or special occasions and is open Mondays to Saturdays for lunch from 12:00pm to 2:30pm and dinner from 6:00pm to 11:00pm every evening (including Sunday). ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
The Café The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong 3 Connaught Rd., Central, Hong Kong Tel: 2532 2056 The Café is The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong’s elegant all-day dining restaurant located on the street level with its convenient access from Chater Road and within walking distance to the city’s financial offices and luxury shop. It offers diners the best venue for hearty meals or light snacks with an extensive selection of international cuisine, expertly prepared by the chef Eddy Leung featuring an absolutely irresistible selection of Western and Asian favorites on the a la carte menu. The 140-seat Café is open daily for breakfast from 6:30am to 10:30am, lunch from 11:00am to 3:00pm, afternoon tea from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, and dinner from 6:00pm to 11:00pm. A special Sunday Brunch is on offer from 12:00pm until 3:00pm. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
3) 8 - 14 May 2007 : The Café Traditional French Cuisine - by Chef Denis HAMON
4) 11 - 14 May 2007 : The Café Oyster of the Cabanon - by Chef David HERVE www.davidherve.com
5 ) 11 - 31 May : Executive Chef Denis Lartigue and Chef de Cuisine Eddy Leung recommend a French festival in the evening only with regional dishes and specialities in a set menu changing every week with a dessert buffet , Denis Hamon will talk about the special French products on display and David Herve from Britanny will promote oysters.
Metropark Hotel Kowloon – Palm Court Western Restaurant 75 Waterloo Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel: 27611711 Metropark Hotel Kowloon is located in city center, Waterloo Road, Kowloon. It is always our goal to provide impeccable service, facilities as well as fine dining to our guests. The hotel had organized nearly 100 food festivals , presenting the most pleasurable dining joy to local gourmets and overseas visitors. There are two award-winning dining outlets owned and managed by the hotel. Both of them have even been recognized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board as “Quality Restaurants”. In which, the Palm Court Western Restaurant serves lavish international lunch and dinner buffets daily. International delicacies are also available from the comprehensive a la carte menu. The outlet is also facilitated with wireless broadband Internet access. Chef Yim Siu Wai, Executive Chef of the hotel, is a member of ‘Chaîne des Rôtisseurs’ and Master Chef of ‘Les Amis d’ Escoffier Society’. --------------------------------------------------
The Peak Lookout Restaurant 121 Peak Road, The Peak, Hong Kong Mon–Thu 10:30am-12am; Fri 10:30am-1am; Sat 8:30am-1am; Sun & PHs 8:30am-12am; Eves of PHs 10:30am-1am Tel: 2849-1000 The Peak Lookout is a Hong Kong landmark, situated high above the city in one of the world’s most stunning locations. The building is one of the city’s oldest, with a rustic interior and a spacious terrace. We offer fine food in an atmosphere of relaxation and elegance with a warm welcome and friendly service. The views from the Peak Lookout are of greenery, for the valley that falls away beneath the dining terraces is the Pokfulam Country Park and with the South China Sea beyond. The extensive menu features a shell bar offering jet-fresh seafood, tandoori items, open-flame charcoal barbecue items, Western and Asian favourites. --------------------------------------------------
Le Parisien French Restaurant Shop 2076, Level Two, IFC Mall, Central Lunch Mon-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm; Tea Sat-Sun & PH 3pm-5pm; Dinner Mon-Sun 6pm-1:30pm Tel: 2805-5293 Le Parisien is located in the ifc mall at the Central waterfront. Le Parisien is elegant and relaxing with a full sea view of the Victoria Harbour and the Kowloon peninsula skyline. The interior conveys a modern feeling with its high ceiling, exotic wood paneling and inviting ambience lighting. Patrons can enjoy novel gastronomic approaches to cooking. To compliment our cuisine, we have a selection of fine wines from Burgundy & Bordeaux and specialize in small exclusive vineyards. --------------------------------------------------
Jimmy’s Kitchen Central G/F South China Building, 1-3 Wyndham Street, Centra Daily 11:30am-3pm; 6pm-11pm Tel: 2526-5293 Jimmy’s Kitchen has been serving international food for more than 75 years and developed into a highly renowned and established culinary institution with an emphasis on classic fare. It is a part of Hong Kong’s colonial history. The first Jimmy’s Kitchen was set up in Shanghai. In 1928, Jimmy’s Kitchen was set up by Aaron Landau, a close friend and business partner of Jimmy James, in Wanchai, After many relocations, it is now located in Central. It resembles an English Mansion, with its aluminum panels, walls, plush red carpets, brass and copper collectibles. The menu offers a full array of international dishes ranging from English bangers and mash to Chinese fried rice, to Indian curries. An extensive wine list features a range of vintages from all over the world offered at a good value. --------------------------------------------------
Jimmy’s Kitchen Kowloon 1/F Kowloon Centre, 29 Ashley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Daily 11:30am-3pm; 6pm-11pm Tel: 2376-0327 With the success of Jimmy’s Kitchen on HK side, Jimmy’s Kitchen opened a new branch in Kowloon. The Kowloon branch of Jimmy’s Kitchen was opened in 1969 at Hankow Road, Tsim Sha Tsui. Then it was moved to Ashley Road in 1982. The restaurant offers a pleasant dining venue for both locals and tourist in the area. It has been serving customers for generations and many of them still come back for anniversaries and for their favorite classic dishes, Jimmy’s Kitchen is not just a restaurant. It is a place full of memories. --------------------------------------------------
Post 97 UG/F 9 Lan Kwai Fong, Central Tel: 2186-1817 One of the Lan Kwai Fong’s earliest café and bar establishments, Post 97 has been satisfying its guests for years. With its relaxed, unpretentious environment, it is still where people meet, be it for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, midnight munchies or simply just coffee or drinks. Consistently listed in both local and worldwide guides, the ambience, food and service continue to woo customers, both regular and new. --------------------------------------------------
La Dolce Vita 97 Bar & Lounge G/F 9 Lan Kwai Fong, Central Tel: 2186-1888 Hong Kong’s best people watching venue La Dolce Vita has been setting trends in the centre of Lan Kwai Fong since 1994. Located on the ground floor in the heart of Lan Kwai Fong, this massively popular open-fronted bar serves an extensive selection of classics and contemporary cocktails as well as standard drinks and an excellent range of wines by the glass. --------------------------------------------------
Avenue Restaurant and Bar Reservations: (852) 2315 1118 Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday Lunch: 12 noon – 2:30 pm (last orders 3:00 pm) Dinner: 6:00pm – 11:00pm (last orders 10:30 pm) Address: 1/F, Holiday Inn Golden Mile, 50 Nathan Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon Accepted Credit Cards: American Express, Diners Card, Master, Visa, & JCB The award-winning Avenue Restaurant and Bar (1st Floor) brings modern European cuisine to Hong Kong. The restaurant’s smart and casual interior provides the perfect backdrop for both Hong Kong’s modern trend setters and the modern European cuisine prepared by the team of talented chefs. Food that is “right across the board” brings a combination of the wealth of produce and traditional European cooking with modern thinking filtered through. London has earned a reputation as being one of the gastronomic capitals of the world and Avenue was the first to bring that class of cooking to Hong Kong. Whatever you call this cuisine, it’s in great shape. Hong Kong diners are in for a gastronomic delight with luscious lunches and delicious dinners in an environment that is quite simply, the best of the Modern World. Avenue is the place to “see and be seen” in Tsim Sha Tsui. Avenue’s 5,900 square foot interior is crisp and contemporary in its overall effect. The main attraction of Avenue is the generous open space planning with white washed walls and white reconstituted marble tile flooring, dramatically accented with unusually large and colourful abstract paintings by renowned Finnish artist Soile Yli Mayry and the murals of local artist Patrick Walls. The oval bar at the centre of the restaurant creates a focal point with spacious surrounding dining areas, providing ample opportunities for people watching. Mayry’s vibrant paintings are juxtaposed against two large glass walls overlooking the neon of both Nathan and Mody Road, creating dramatic mood lighting and reflections within the interior. This makes it possible for guests to enjoy the shining stars both inside and outside of Avenue. --------------------------------------------------
