Published: August 13, 2026

MONO Team Takes Over Upper House's Chef's Room for 4 Days

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Photo by MONO/Instagram

by: The Beat Asia

Published:
August 13, 2026

MONO, the One-MICHELIN -starred Latin American restaurant on On Lan Street, will close its doors from Aug. 23 to 31, 2026 for a renovation aimed at making the space feel more intimate.

But before the shutters come down for the refresh, Chef-Founder Ricardo Chaneton and his team are briefly relocating to one of the city's most exclusive tables: Chef's Room at Upper House.

From Aug. 26 to 29, 2026, MONO will take over the 49th-floor culinary studio for a four-day residency, bringing its refined take on Latin American gastronomy to Pacific Place with views of Victoria Harbour. Chef's Room, run in partnership with Chaneton at Upper House, describes itself as a space for intimate residencies by global culinary talent, and this MONO takeover is shaping up to be one of its highlight bookings this year.

The pop-up will run two seatings a day. Lunch is a five-course menu for HK$1,488, featuring MONO staples like the Foie Gras Taco and the 21-Ingredient Black Mole. Dinner steps things up with an eight-course menu for HK$2,888, including the Danish Langoustine and Ecuadorian Cacao Expressions.

Guests can expect a front-row seat to the action: the format is designed to let diners watch the cooking process up close and interact directly with the chefs, rather than admiring from a distance.

Just a few notes: dietary restrictions can't be accommodated within 48 hours of the reservation, and latecomers will be served a shortened version of the menu with no refund. Seatings are limited, and reservations can be made online via this link.

For more information, visit MONO and Chef's Room Instagram pages.

MONO x Upper House Chef's Room

Location: 49th Floor, Upper House, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Hong Kong

Dates: Aug. 26 to 29, 2026

Price: Lunch (Five-course, HK$1,488) and Dinner (Eight-course, HK$2,888)

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Published: August 13, 2026

New in Central: French Madeleine Boutique MADÉ Opens on Lyndhurst Terrace

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Photo by Courtesy of MADÉ

by: The Beat Asia

Published:
August 13, 2026

Adding to Hong Kong’s summer of new pastry openings, is MADÉ's soft opening on Lyndhurst Terrace in Central. Dedicated entirely to elevated French madeleines, the boutique also pays homage to Hong Kong through colorful mahjong-themed marketing.

Founded by French couple Marie and Jean-Charles, the new takeaway concept puts a modern spin on the classic shell-shaped cake, transforming it from a simple tea-time treat into a handcrafted indulgence. Instead of traditional madeleines, expect generously sized creations with layered textures, refined flavor combinations, and premium French ingredients. The batter is rested for 12 hours before baking, and every batch is made fresh throughout the day in an open-view atelier.

Foodies can choose from six signature flavors, including the chocolate-packed The Choc-o-holic, matcha and white chocolate The Bitter-Sweet Symphony, black sesame-filled The Dark Secret, lemony Zest Appeal, and The Local Star, a Hong Kong-inspired version with a smooth egg tart custard center.

Those curious to sample the lineup can start with a minimum order of three madeleines for HK$98, while larger sharing boxes go up to 20 pieces for HK$488.

MADÉ co-founders Marie and Jean-Charles — Courtesy of MADÉ

More than just a bakery, MADÉ is built around the idea of creating a daily pause amid Central’s fast-paced energy through their #myMADmoment philosophy. To celebrate their soft opening, the boutique is giving away extra madeleines with every order: buy three and receive one complimentary madeleine, buy six and get two extra pieces, buy 12 and receive three extras, while purchases of 20 madeleines come with four complimentary pieces.

MADÉ is open daily from 11 AM to 8 PM. Look forward to monthly seasonal creations and limited-edition flavors arriving later this year. For more details and updates, follow them on Instagram.

Location: G/F, 54 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong

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Published: August 06, 2026

Don't Miss 852 Mahjong Social's Monthly Mahjong Nights at BaseHall

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Photo by Courtesy of 852 Mahjong Social

by: The Beat Asia

Published:
August 06, 2026

852 Mahjong Social will host their August edition of their monthly "Mahjong Nights" at BaseHall 02 on Aug. 12, 2026, from 7 to 10 PM.

Tickets cost HK$250 per person, which includes a HK$100 BaseHall food voucher. You can grab tickets in the club's Instagram bio.

The event, set in BaseHall's BH02 Event Space, is the latest installment of the club's monthly mixer. Organizers said they'll lay out 15 to 20 tables, spanning a range of styles and skill levels, then match guests to seats based on pace and personality.

Beginners are 100% welcome, but complete novices should brush up first. Players need a working knowledge of gameplay, so rounds stay fair for everyone at the table. For guests who already know the basics and want to sharpen them, though, they say the club is one of the fastest ways to level up.

Beyond the mahjong, the three-hour event includes mini table games sprinkled throughout the night, with a sponsor-backed prize for whoever wins. There's strictly no gambling involved. Organizers have said the games are for fun only.

"We're really here for strengthening the connection, honoring the culture and building the community," the founders told The Beat Asia.

852 Mahjong Social event at Basehall 02 — Courtesy of 852 Mahjong Social

The event taps into a familiar problem for younger players: plenty of people want to play mahjong but don't always have a group to call on to play, and even fewer want to deal with hosting. It's also quite intimidating for newcomers to join the local mahjong scene where games move faster than beginners can follow. Their club aims to be the complete opposite.

"Some of our guests tell us that the locals are a little bit too fast and scary and intimidating, and we are very inclusive at our club," the founders told The Beat Asia. "There's absolutely no gambling, and we're just here to have some fun, meet people and play mahjong."

To book your seat and learn about more of their upcoming events, follow 852 Mahjong Social on Instagram.

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Published: August 06, 2026

Preparation is Everything: Antoine Semenyo x Ahmad Tea Deliver Masterclass

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Photo by Ahmad Tea

by: The Beat Asia

Published:
August 06, 2026

What does it take to create the perfect cup of tea and perform at the highest level of football? Ahmad Tea explored that connection firsthand with Manchester City and Ghana international forward Antoine Semenyo at an exclusive tea tasting masterclass in Hong Kong.

Held a day after Semenyo's Hong Kong Football Festival match against Inter Milan, the event formed part of Ahmad Tea's global "Preparation is Everything" campaign, which highlights the dedication, consistency, and attention to detail that drive both elite athletes and master tea blenders.

The gathering brought together media and partners for an afternoon that celebrated the work that happens behind the scenes long before a match kicks off or a cup of tea is poured.

Manchester City star football player Antoine Semenyo and Senior Tea Taster Dominic Marriott at Ahmad Tea event in Hong Kong — Courtesy of Ahmad Tea

Manchester City star football player Antoine Semenyo at Ahmad Tea event in Hong Kong — Courtesy of Ahmad Tea

Semenyo shared insights into his pre-season training, mental preparation, and personal routines ahead of the new football season, giving guests a glimpse into the discipline required to compete at the top level.

"Preparation is one of the most important parts of my career. What people see on matchday is only a small part of the work. It all comes from the routines, discipline, and mindset developed long before kick-off. I am working hard during pre-season on those processes to develop and improve everyday habits to be ready for a big season ahead," shared Semenyo.

Manchester City star football player Antoine Semenyo Ahmad Tea Hong Kong — Instagram/ Ahmad Tea Hong Kong

Founded in Hampshire, England, Ahmad Tea is an award-winning family-owned tea company with four generations of expertise behind its blends. Today, its teas are enjoyed in more than 90 countries worldwide, with a commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and supporting tea-growing communities through sustainability and social impact initiatives.

To learn more about Ahmad Tea and their range of blends, visit their website or follow them on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates.

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Published: August 06, 2026

Draft Land x nodi Bring Coffee by Day, Cocktails by Night in New TST Venue

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Photo by Draft Land

by: The Beat Asia

Published:
August 06, 2026

Coffee in the morning, cocktails at night. That's the concept behind the new shared venue of Draft Land and nodi, which officially opened its doors in Tsim Sha Tsui on Aug. 3, 2026.

The new venue marks a fresh chapter for the Taipei-born cocktail bar founded by Taiwanese mixologist Angus Zou and Hong Kong bar veteran Antonio Lai.

The Tsim Sha Tsui space features a warmer and softer interior with cozy corners and a semi-outdoor area designed for lingering over a drink.

Draft Land x nodi outdoor area — Instagram/Draft Land

In a first for both brands, specialty coffee shop nodi operates the venue from 8 AM to 5 PM, serving their signature coffee and baked treats. When evening arrives, Draft Land takes over with their signature cocktails on tap, alongside two Tsim Sha Tsui-exclusive coffee cocktails: Really Really Dark & Stormy and Caferoni, both made with nodi's house blend coffee.

Coffee lovers can also try the venue-exclusive Elderflower Coffee Soda, a refreshing mix of espresso, elderflower syrup, and sparkling soda inspired by Antonio Lai's favorite flavor profile.

limited-edition double-walled collaboration glass and merch wall — Instagram/Draft Land

To celebrate the partnership, guests can pick up a limited-edition double-walled collaboration glass for HK$88, or HK$68 with any coffee purchase, while browsing a merch wall stocked with Draft Land and nodi favorites.

For more information, visit Draft Land's website and nodi's website and follow @draftlandhk and @nodicoffee on Instagram for updates.

Location: Draft Land x nodi, Shop G5-G6, 8 Minden Ave, Tsim Sha Tsui

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Published: August 06, 2026

Last Updated: August 13, 2026

Matchali Reopens Moon Street Flagship with New Drinks Plus Mooncake Collab

by: The Beat Asia

Photo by Matchali

by: The Beat Asia

Published:
August 06, 2026

Last Updated:
August 13, 2026

Hong Kong matcha fans now have a reason to make their way back to Moon Street. Four years after opening its flagship café in Wan Chai, Matchali has officially reopened its refreshed home, welcoming customers back to a brighter and more comfortable space while keeping the cozy atmosphere that made it a neighborhood favorite.

The renovation brings subtle but thoughtful upgrades throughout the café, from full-height mirrors and soft lighting to redesigned outdoor seating and textured plaster walls. The updated interiors were designed by local studio Brash Atelier, creating a space that feels familiar while giving regulars a fresh place to enjoy their daily matcha ritual.

To celebrate the reopening, Matchali is introducing two limited-time drinks. The Matcha Maple Cream (HK$63), available exclusively at Moon Street, combines ceremonial-grade matcha with single-origin maple syrup from Canada's Goubau Farm and a sea salt-infused cream topping. The new Vanilla Matcha Latte (HK$55 for hot, and HK$60 for iced) blends house-made vanilla syrup and pure vanilla bean paste with Matchali's signature matcha for a comforting twist on the classic favorite.

Matchali two limited-time drinks — Courtesy of Matchali

The reopening also coincides with a special Mid-Autumn collaboration with YYY House of Cakes. The limited-edition Matcha Lava Mooncakes are sold in sets of four for HK$380, with pre-orders available until Aug. 15, 2026, and a 10% early bird discount for advance reservations.

Matchali Matcha Lava Mooncakes — Courtesy of Matchali

Founded by cousins Cara and Laura Li, Matchali is known for its hand-whisked, ceremonial-grade matcha sourced directly from Uji, Kyoto. The brand focuses on made-to-order drinks crafted with high-quality ingredients, plant-based options, and no refined sugars.

To learn more, visit their website and follow them on Instagram at @matchali_hk.

Location: Matchali, G/F, 5 Moon Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

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Published: July 31, 2026

r é n Teams Up with Té Bo, Aqua for New Charity Dinner Series

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Photo by Sebastian Lorenzi/Instagram | Romeo Morelli/Instagram

by: The Beat Asia

Published:
July 31, 2026

A new charity dinner series is bringing some of the city's top chefs together for a good cause.

r é n, the local social enterprise dedicated to supporting Hong Kong's underprivileged youth, has launched the r é n x EAST Dining Management (EDM) Guest Chef Dinner Series, a rotating collaboration concept featuring chefs from across the group's restaurant portfolio.

The series kicks off on Aug. 12, 2026 at Té Bo x Aqua, where Chefs Sebastian Lorenzi of Té Bo and Romeo Morelli of Aqua are joining forces for a one-night-only menu inspired by the flavors of an Italian summer.

Their six-course tasting menu runs HK$1,288 per person (plus a 10% service charge), and moves from an Apricot Tartlette with smoked stracciatella and a Hokkaido Sweetcorn Fritter, through Hamachi Tartare with caviar, Handmade Potato Gnocchi with Sicilian red prawn, and Pan-Fried Sea Bass with saffron and chorizo, before landing on Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs and closing with a Yellow Peach and Strawberry Dessert topped with mascarpone chantilly and crispy meringue.

Beyond the food, the dinner promotes a bigger cause. For every seating in the series, Té Bo will donate proceeds to the r é n Community Foundation, funneling funds directly into the organization's youth programs. Joining Lorenzi and Morelli on the floor that night is Ah Hei, one of r é n's beneficiaries, who has spent more than a year working at South Lane in Two Taikoo Place — showcasing the foundation's model of hands-on mentorship.

r é n x EDM Guest Chef Dinner Series: Té Bo x Aqua menu — Photo from Instagram/ ren hk

Founded in 2023 by Jo Soo-Tang, r é n — a word that roughly translates to "humanity" and "to be kind" — connects disadvantaged young people in Hong Kong with paid work placements in high-end kitchens and beyond, giving them real-world experience and, ideally, getting their foot in the door to build their own hospitality career. The organization also sells food and lifestyle products, from candles to pantry staples, with revenue fueling their programs.

Reservations for the Lorenzi x Morelli dinner are open via Té Bo's website.

For more information and updates, follow Té Bo, Aqua, and r é n on Instagram. Visit r é n's website to learn more about the organization.

r é n x EDM Guest Chef Dinner Series: Té Bo x Aqua

Location: Té Bo, 2/F, Two Taikoo Place, 979 King's Rd., Quarry Bay

Date: Aug. 12, 2026

Price: HK$1,288 per person (plus 10% service charge)

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Published: July 31, 2026

'Ice Cream Jam' Brings Local Flavors and Summer Fun to Lee Gardens

by: The Beat Asia

Photo by Instagram/ Tai On Coffee & Tea Shop

by: The Beat Asia

Published:
July 31, 2026

Summer in Hong Kong is already synonymous with ice cream, but Lee Gardens is adding a distinctly local twist with its new “Ice Cream Jam.” Running from July 22 to Aug. 9, 2026, at 1/F Atrium of Hysan Place, this limited-time pop-up transforms classic Hong Kong flavors into inventive frozen treats.

Teaming up with TEEMTONEfai and beloved heritage brands Kung Lee Herbal Tea Shop, Yiu Fung Store, and Tai On Coffee & Tea Shop, the pop-up serves nine exclusive flavors inspired by familiar local favorites.

Expect scoops such as Sugar Cane Juice, Sour Plum Soup, Wampee Sorbet, Salty Lemon & Lychee Sorbet, Fei Zai Shui (Lychee Black Tea Cola), and Egg Tart, with each reimagining a well-known Hong Kong taste in ice cream form.

Ice Cream Mystery Boxes for HK-Themed Pop-Up 'Ice Cream Jam' at Hysan Place — Photo by Website/ Lee Gardens

egg tarts and ice cream from Tai On Coffee & Tea Shop for HK-Themed Pop-Up 'Ice Cream Jam' at Hysan Place — Instagram/ Tai On Coffee & Tea Shop

For adventurous foodies, the pop-up's Ice Cream Mystery Boxes delve even deeper into local nostalgia. Some of the hidden flavors include Red, White & Blue, a tribute to local heritage; Bamboo Steamer, inspired by classic yum cha culture; and the boldly unconventional Medicinal Oil.

Beyond the ice cream counter, Lee Gardens is keeping the summer vibes going with its Chill Out with Ice Cream: Summer Party, featuring live performances featuring local artists like PetPetShawn, JB, and Tr33, ice cream-and-cocktail pairings, and even a 128-player Beyblade Tournament at 4/F Urban Park on Aug. 1 and 16, 2026.

Visitors can also hop on the seasonal trail with the Lee Gardens Ice Cream Bike, offering free scoops and dining rewards for shoppers through the Lee Gardens App.

Lee Gardens Area Ice Cream Bike — Photo by Website/ Lee Gardens

HK-Themed Pop-Up 'Ice Cream Jam' at Hysan Place — Photo by Website/ Lee Gardens

Rounding out the festivities is the Lee Gardens Ice Cream Bar at 2/F Lee Garden Two, where visitors can try a limited-edition Wax Apple Ice Pop created with traditional confectionery expert Yan Chim Kee, alongside new flavors from Singapore's The Ice Cream & Cookie Co., until Aug. 16, 2026.

For more information about Lee Gardens and Hysan Place, visit their official website. You can also follow them on Instagram and Facebook for the latest announcements, exclusive promotions, and upcoming events throughout the season.

Location: Hysan Place, 500 Hennessy Rd, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

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Hong Kong/ Delish/ Happenings

Published: July 30, 2026

Miffy Takes Over Ramen Iroha HK with a Cute Themed Menu & Merchandise

by: The Beat Asia

by: The Beat Asia

Published:
July 30, 2026

Hong Kong's cutest ramen collaboration of the year has landed!

Following popular team-ups with Mofusand and Sanrio's Sumikko Gurashi and Pochacco in 2025, Ramen Iroha HK has unveiled its latest themed dining experience with none other than Miffy, the beloved bunny created by Dutch illustrator Dick Bruna.

Running from July 1 to Oct. 31, 2026, the limited-time collaboration transforms the award-winning ramen restaurant into a colorful Miffy wonderland. The space is dressed in the character's signature orange, blue, and white palette, with Miffy appearing throughout the storefront, walls, tables, paper cups, and even chopstick wrappers. There are also themed photo spots, including cute Miffy desk lamps, making it a fun stop for families, foodies, and fans looking to fill their camera rolls.

The menu, of course, is just as eye-catching as the décor. Diners looking to fill their tummies can tuck into the rich Toyama Black Soy Sauce Ramen, the creamy Special Milk Flavor Ramen, the fulfilling White Curry Noodles, and the refreshing Matcha Cold Noodles.

Miffy x Ramen Iroha HK menu — Photo by Instagram/Ramen Iroha HK

The snack selection includes a Special Takoyaki, while dessert lovers can end their meal with a Sawdust Pudding. To complete the experience, themed drinks such as Lychee Soda, Jasmine Milk Tea, and Matcha Latte are served in exclusive Miffy cups.

Guests can also bring home exclusive merchandise, including a foldable reusable bag (HK$78) and a collectible ramen bowl (HK$150). A Miffy phone stand is also available for an additional HK$10 with any purchase, while stocks last.

This adorable collaboration is available on a walk-in basis only. For more information, contact Ramen Iroha HK via WhatsApp at 5646 4503 or follow them on Instagram and Facebook.

Location: Ramen Iroha HK, G/F, 7 Haven Street, Causeway Bay

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