subject: Christian Louboutin For Private Ftes [print this page] Best fusion: The stylish set swap gastro gossip at H One (International Finance Centre, 8 Finance St., Central), the newest venture from Harlan G (HK's answer to Toronto's Susur Lee). The rooftop restaurant offers a view of Victoria Harbour that dazzles. Next door, G Bar plays host to the cinq--sept crowd, and The Box, also in the International Finance Centre, is popular for private ftes (Donatella selected the space for Versace's last event party). christian louboutin sale Best local food: The fresh al dente noodles and juicy shrimp dumplings at Mak's Noodles (77 Wellington St., Ground Floor, Central) get the gold star for local flavour without the tanfare. Best Chinese cuisine: Adventurous gastronomes are atwitter over Shut Hu Ju's authentic Northern Chinese dishes (68 Peel St., Ground Floor, Central) and Yung Kee Restaurant's roast goose (32-40 Wellington St., Central). For a taste of Shanghainese heaven, try XinJiShi (Lee Gardens Two, 28 Yun Ping Rd., 2nd Floor, Causeway Bay). christian louboutin discount
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Influenced by the Brits, the private-mem hers club scene is still going strong thanks to the powerful execs jetting in tor business. Best members-only places: M1nt (108 Hollywood Rd., Central) is a high energy London import where you'll find the usual ber-lounge accoutrements, such as high-concept design and low banquettes. christian louboutin The after-hours scene has everyone trom hipsters to gweilos (expats) heading to Drop (39-43 Hollywood Rd., SoHo). It's where aural stimulation is mixed and sampled by the best DJs around. For something a little more old school, head to The China Club's three-storey spot, housed in the Bank of China Building (Bank St., 13th-15th floors, central). Owned by Shanghai Tang founder and business mogul David Tang, this is where businessmen and chic Tai Fais lour version of ladies who lunch) lounge in a traditional Chinese-style dining room. Best bar: christian louboutin Cocktails suffer lrom fashion victimisation, too. Servers at the Armani Bar (11 Chater Rd., 2nd Floor, Central) keep you lubricated in uniforms designed by Giorgio. Coolest ride: Head to the SoHo area (south of Hollywood Road) for more shopping and noshing, but make sure you catch a lilt on the outdoor escalators that travel up from Central-the view of the Hong Kong skyline is priceless.
