Luxury shabu-shabu, Spanish tapas, French-Japanese cheese course… and you can burn off those calories with workouts at a brand-new gym in Central.

Tanukikoji

The rugged iteration of
shabu-shabu
Takes an interesting turn at Causeway Bay’s newest spot
izakaya
At Tanukikoji, guests can savor top-tier meals beginning at HK$178, which include Tokachi black Wagyu and Hokkaido rice-fed pork, complemented by traditional Hokkaido-style broth options.

Available for only 80 servings each day, the must-try Hokkaido uni soup base is crafted fresh daily with seasonal sea urchin and ichiban dashi broth.

Store 4, Haven Court, 128-138 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay

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Pintxos by BArbar

Native to northern Spain,
pintxos
(finger food)
Receive their rightful share at this fresh establishment in Wan Chai, brought to you by the same group behind Pica Pica in Sheung Wan. Overseeing operations at Pintxos by BArbar’s Kitchen is 25-year-old Chef Xavier Pla, known for crafting tantalizing morsels like crunchy pork belly paired with dill salad, and scrambled eggs accompanied by spiced chorizo—all served in an ambiance reminiscent of Spain’s cherished locales.
tabernas
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Ground Floor, 22 Ship Street, Wan Chai

Roucou

At Hong Kong’s premier cheese-focused restaurant, you’ll find an extensive selection of cheeses woven into a fascinating fusion of French and Japanese cuisine. Led by renowned cheesemaster Jeremy Evrard—who previously worked at prestigious venues like the Four Seasons and The Ritz-Carlton in Hong Kong, as well as refining his craft in Japan—Roucou offers a range of dishes such as melt-in-your-mouth open-faced sandwiches, creamy fondues, savory tarts, and exquisite cheese platters. For those seeking something truly innovative, they also serve uniquely themed cheese cocktails.

Ground Floor, 28 Aberdeen Street, Central

The Clubhouse

Established by former professional rugby athletes Gabriel Carroll and David Markham, this gym located in the heart of the city emphasizes three main principles: rebuild, recharge, and reconnect, aiming to create a communal approach to health and wellness that values long-term well-being and recuperation rather than rapid solutions. Members at The Clubhouse have the option to engage in individualized personal coaching, couple-based workouts, or group classes. Additionally, they offer facilities such as a sauna and two cold-plunge tanks designed to help members achieve their peak physique before summer arrives.

8th Floor, On Hing Building, 1 On Hing Terrace, Central

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