5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, Feb 7-9
Published: 4:51pm, 7 Feb 2025 Updated: 4:52pm, 7 Feb 2025
A cold spell is on its way in Hong Kong, but that should not stop you checking out an award-winning cocktail bar, rummaging through a retro-themed market or releasing tension and stress in a float pod this weekend. 1. Indian takeover at Bar Leone Reset your palate this Sunday at Bar Leone (ranked #1 in Asia's 50 Best Bars and #2 in World's Best Bars), which will be hosting The Bombay Canteen, a cocktail bar from Mumbai, India, and one-Michelin-star Indian restaurant Chaat at Rosewood Hong Kong.
The award-winning bar will be presenting four cocktails inspired by India's culinary heritage: Market Day; Side Snack; Bakery Run; and 888.
The Chaat are presenting four dishes that fuse Italian and Indian flavours: palak paneer -baked cannelloni; lamb keema arancini with spiced tomato chutney; pakora fried calamari with mint chutney; and butter chicken pizza.
The event begins at 7pm and runs until late, and no reservations will be taken.
11-15 Bridges Street, Central 2. The Room Next Door
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