The List #199 - Oct 1, 2013

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Issue 199 1 October 2013

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05 Editor’s Letter 06 Guestlist

Make a Date

Make your way to Happy Valley Racecourse to celebrate Oktoberfest every Wednesday this month.

08 Wishlist

Trend Watch

We adore all these noir florals but could do without those childlike jelly shoes.

Lookbook

Co-founder of The9thMuse, Jing Zhang tells The List about her favorite things.

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12 Feature

Party Like a Pro

The List learns some party planning tips and tricks from event mavens.

15 Recipe

Celebrity Chef Series

You can make The Salted Pig’s pork chop recipe with help from Secret Ingredient.

50 HIDEAWAY

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Sunny Bay

Head to this sleepy backwater for some fresh air and a taste of old Hong Kong.

KNOW & TEL

Caterers p.18

Venues p.24

Costume Shops p.28

Party Dresses p.32

Entertainment p.38 3

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editor’s letter Fight for Your Right…

…to partaaaay! Yup, that’s right, party season is underway. To help you plan the perfect event, we’ve covered everything from party supplies to pampering promotions to the best boat bashes.

First things first: the food. On p.18, you’ll find a long list of the top caterers in Hong Kong. The variety alone will make you salivate, with chefs who’ll cook up Indian, Thai, Cajun—whatever suits your theme!

You’ve got the goods, but now you need to book a perfect venue. From vintage vibes to beautiful views, you’ll find addresses for all occasions on p.24.

Hongkongers love a good theme party—not to mention Halloween’s right around the corner—so turn to p.28 for a slew of costume shops that cover both kid-friendly fun and adult-rated soirees.

Not going to a “fancy dress” bash? Don’t worry, we’ve also put together some of our favorite boutiques on p.32 so that you can find a LBD to match the occasion.

And, of course, sometimes your iPhone playlist just doesn’t cut it. For some great band recommendations, DJs and more novel forms of entertainment, flip straight to p.38.

Party on,

Kate Springer Editor

Get in Touch I’d love to hear from you!

E-mail me: kate.springer@hkmagmedia.com Follow me on Twitter: @KateSpringer

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Guestlist

Make a Date Our Picks for the Month

Oct 4-20 Starlight Express

Oct 13 Handmade Hong Kong Fancy some locally made goods? Check out the Handmade Hong Kong market, where dozens of local crafters will be selling their wares for seven hours in the Discovery Bay Main Plaza.

From unique jewelry and accessories to dog treats and puppets, the marketplace offers tons of handcrafted items and promises to be a fun experience for the whole family to enjoy.

Discovery Bay North Plaza, Plaza Lane, Discovery Bay, Lantau. Free. Visit www.handmadehongkong.com for more info.

If Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber is anything like his worldfamous musicals, then the man may never die. Case in point: “Starlight Express,” Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award-winning 1984 production about a group of toy trains that come to life inside a child’s mind and vie to become the fastest engine in the world. If a rollerskating cast playing trains sounds less than convincing as a premise, consider that it became one of the longest-running musicals in West End history, has continued to play around the world for the last quarter century and is now hitting Hong Kong for the first time.

7:30pm. Lyric Theatre, APA, 1 Gloucester Rd., Wan Chai. $395-950 from www.hkticketing.com.

Oct 6 Harbour Race Cheer on swimmers as they take on Victoria Harbour during this historic race. An annual event that first began in 1906, the Harbour Race is regarded as one of the highlights of the city’s sporting calendar, and has attracted thousands of spectators over the years. The event was suspended in 1979—fortunately, though, it started up again in 2011, and continues to see huge crowds coming out in force to support participants.

8:30am. Race begins in Sam Ka Tsuen Public Pier, Tung Yuen Street, Lei Yue Mun and ends at Quarry Bay Park Public Pier, Quarry Bay. Free to watch.

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Through Oct Oktoberfest One of the city’s biggest festivals is finally upon us! Various Oktoberfest events will take place throughout the month. Head to the family-friendly Happy Valley Oktoberfest on October 9 and 23, where you can expect to enjoy plenty of cold brews served in a massive beer garden right by the race tracks. Live music, prizes and Bavarianthemed snacks are also on offer, but let’s not kid ourselves—we’re there for the beer. The Marco Polo German Bierfest kicks off on October 25; known as one of the best places to carry out beer-related festivities, there are plenty of yummy German treats (think pork sausages, sauerkraut and the like), with a merry live band straight from Munich and of course, plenty of beer flowing.

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Stella Artois World Draught Masters Sep 13

Happy Valley: 7pm. Racecourse, Hong Kong Jockey Club, Sports Road, Causeway Bay. $10 at the door.

German Bierfest: 8pm. Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, Harbour City, 3 Canton Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui. $130-240 from www.hkticketing.com.

Oct 19 Mr. Gay Hong Kong Eye candy alert! With Pink Season under way, Mr. Gay Hong Kong makes a return this fall, marking the event’s fifth year. This year’s fantabulous judging panel includes Helena Chan of “Asia’s Next Top Model” fame and HK Magazine editor Adam White. Don’t miss the finale—the winner of MGHK will go on to represent Hong Kong at Mr. Gay World 2014 in Rome.

7pm. Armani/Privé, 2/F, Chater House, 8 Connaught Rd. Central, 3583-2828.

Price TBA.

Beer brand Stella Artois hosted a competition in Lan Kwai Fong last month, with contestants battling it out for the title of Hong Kong’s Draught Master.

Contestants carried out the “nine-step pouring ritual” under the watchful glare of judges, and Aina Matsukawa, of Happy Valley Bar and Grill, took home the crown.

Want to see your event featured here?

Send invitations to thelist@hkmagmedia.com

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wishlist

Trendwatch Rue the Day If you’re eager to get ahead of the trends, then you may want to check out the recently re-launched Rue Madame boutique in the IFC. The shop is full of trendy yet sophisticated items that are shipped straight from Parisian designers. Under this super chic roof, you’ll find all kinds of unique and feminine looks that are all the rage in the US and Europe. Look for brands such as Attic and Barn, Vanessa Bruno and Cecilia Ma. Shop 3082A, 3/F, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 2234-7880, www.ruemadame.com

Fashion Forecast This fortnight’s style digest

Moody Florals Goodbye peppy pink petals; hello melancholy bouquets. This romantic noir look is cropping up everywhere, and it’s totally cool with us.

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Hot Re-Opening

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Shirt Dresses A dress for both work and play? You better believe we are all for it, especially when it comes in this gorgeous crimson shade. $6, 800, from Thomas Pink

Camo Pants Yes, we can see you. How could we miss those baggy brown pants? Military attire really only works when the cut is fitted and flattering. Punky stud embellishments don’t hurt either!

Overalls

Squarestreet Shoes Hey, ladies, it’s finally your turn! Designers Alexis Holm and David Ericsson of Squarestreet created a line of shoes for women. The shop recently introduced the 300’s Ladies Slipper, the SQ300’s, as part of its “squarestreet numbers project”. Inspired by old-time Hong Kong, the shoes are much like a Mary Jane shoe, but made of felt with leather insoles.

Both playful and sophisticated, the SQ300’s come in several vibrant colors and patterns, and cost $800 per pair.

G/F 15 Square St., Sheung Wan, 2362-1086, www.squarestreet.se

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Jelly Shoes Why on earth would anyone pay designer prices for shoes that look like they’ve been snatched from a 10-year-old’s closet?

From Charlotte Olympia

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New Collection

The little kid trends continue.

At least overalls are kind of practical—not to mention comfy.

Lookbook my favorite things

Tiffany’s Charm Bracelet & Orange Lexon Watch These two accessories are my sentimental arm swag staples. The charm bracelet is from Mom—my friends have added to it with charms over the years— and the watch is from my boyfriend. I hop around a lot and these make me feel like I am carrying a bit of my loved ones with me all the time.

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Jing Zhang Co-founder of The9thMuse and managing partner of her family’s furniture business in China, Jing Zhang took time from her busy travel schedule to tell Kate Springer about her favorite things. the9thmuse.com

Les Essentiels de la Vie tote My mom calls it my “homeless” bag. I sort of live out of it. It’s super messy inside and filled with cost sheets and magazine tears, so it’s kind of like my mini office on-the-go.

These are my favorite day-to-night makeup staples; they don’t smudge and go on very smooth.

Somehow, I can only find this chain in Europe, so every September when I go to Europe for work I stock up.

Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet This is great because I can get it at Boots, and it’s beautifully floral but not too sweet. It has a dynamic scent that’s really comforting, so I find myself wearing it a lot.

Cotton On Skinny Jeans I rarely get two things in different colors, but I got these on sale in Australia and they were so comfy (and economical!) that I had to break the rule.

Shwood Sunglasses These sunnies are made of mahogany and rosewood and they’re honestly the best I’ve ever had in terms of comfort.

As my factory in China makes mostly solid wood furniture, carrying this range in the shop makes me feel like I have a bit of an extension from my furniture world into my T9M world.

The fact that they are super cute doesn’t hurt either.

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wishlist

What’s In

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Mechanical Wall Clock

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Metal Chair

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Valve Tap Coat Hanger

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Party Like a Pro To help us prepare for party season, a few of Hong Kong's expert event managers have shared some insight and inspiration with The List.

styling for your party, and our huge range of couture costumes is available to rent or to be used as a part of the fun, exuberant atmosphere. We also have a network of entertainment contacts including talent, musicians, DJs, MCs, as well as audio visual and catering companies.

The List: How have the renovations changed the venue?

CK: We have entirely revamped it, de-cluttered, brightened and opened up the space, installed a modern kitchen and bar— basically creating a chic and inviting ambience.

The List: What are some good party themes?

CK: Dressing up is a great escape to another world, and a great way to let your inner diva shine. Obviously, Halloween and Christmas have themes built in already, but they can be tweaked to be more original. And enough with Gatsby already!

Why not try something more adventurous, like biker bondage, white party, showgirl-a-go-go, fashion week bitches, drag dolly bingo, full-moon beach party or wigged-out mad hatter?

The List: What are your tips on making an event memorable?

Artistic director Charlot Kryza of the recently revamped House of Siren shares some party planning tips with The List. www.siren.com.hk

The List: What’s the concept behind House of Siren?

Charlot Kryza: We’re a private, decadent, theatrical, 1,800-square-foot fantasy land! A one-stop shop for anyone wanting to host an event; flamboyant or otherwise. House of Siren is also well known for providing costuming services.

The List: What types of event services do you provide?

CK: House of Siren is a large, adaptable space that you can hire for any type of event. We provide creative consultation and

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CK: A clever theme involving costumes always make for a memorable time. Adding to that, you’ll want the perfect guest list, a great caterer and menu, fabulous décor, and cool invitations. The music playlist or DJ is also crucial, and should reflect your theme or occasion, as well as cater to different tastes. At the end of the night, send your guests home with something extra special in keeping with the theme as a memento.

The List: What are some small touches that make a big difference?

CK: You can create a signature specialty cocktail that could have an eye-catching garnish; or add some live entertainment, such as tarot card readers to up the atmosphere a notch. As far as decorating goes, even inexpensive, simple ideas liven up a space—and fresh flower arrangements are always wonderful!

Director of Sweet Soirees, party planning extraordinaire Lauren Roberts dishes on how to best pull together a killer shindig. sweetsoireeshk.com

The List: How far ahead should you start planning?

Lauren Roberts: At least a month ahead, mostly because if you want to book a particular venue, entertainer or caterer, it’s best to secure them in advance to avoid disappointment.

The List: How can people make an event memorable?

LR: Let guests experience something unique; whether that be an up-and-coming DJ, an exclusive venue or a totally original menu.

The List: What are some interesting party themes?

LR: We recently did a Country Fun Fair Party, which was great fun. Adults and kids both enjoyed playing fun fair games, getting their caricatures portraits done, eating burgers and posing in our custom-made photo booth.

The List: How can you pull together a last-minute event?

LR: What you really need is an all-encompassing venue that can provide great food, drinks and music. Then all you need to worry about is inviting the guests.

The List: What are your favorite places to shop for decorations?

LR: We make most of our decorations and goodie bags ourselves, but our favorite shop for balloons has to be Simply Love.

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Seven Cardinal Sins of Partygoers

Gill Sharp, House of Siren’s events director and costume manager, shares some guidelines for party planners.

Think you're the perfect guest? Think again. Here are some party no-no’s from House of Siren's Charlot Kryza.

Send a reminder the day before that’s accompanied by a map with directions.

Perform a sound check with DJ or iPhone and be sure to rehearse live entertainment.

Dress the staff in the theme and, if possible, have costumed talent meet and greet guests.

1. Arriving early or late: Showing up 30 minutes early, when the host is rushing around, is just as bad as 30 minutes late.

2. Touching the TV, air conditioner, laptops, music—anything that has a plug in it.

3. Posting pictures to Facebook without asking the host; it might be a private affair!

4. Bringing extra guests: at the very least, be sure to phone and ask.

Have extra ice on hand— it runs out faster than you'd think!

5. Showing up intoxicated, or getting so wasted it's embarrassing.

Have a list and check it thrice!

6. Outshining the host—unless being over-the top is your m.o.

Whenever possible, do leave it to the professionals. That way, you’re more relaxed and can truly enjoy your event!

7. Forgetting to thank your host! A thank you note with one detail from the evening will make all their effort worth it.

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Event planning maven Karen Wang from Tiara walks The List through some party pointers. www.tiara.hk

KW: I'd suggest sticking with simple color themes so that people can easily participate. Era themes are a good example, since it’s really easy to get matching attire and decorations. People might feel left out if the theme is too difficult. Of course, what counts as a good theme also depends on the age group of the party crowd.

The List: How far ahead should you start planning?

The List: What’s the best way to deal with misbehaving guests?

Karen Wang: If it’s just a cocktail gathering for friends, you need less time to plan. But for birthdays or anniversaries, you’ll want to give yourself more time, perhaps three months, but even six months ahead isn’t too soon. The general rule is, start planning as soon as you know the date.

The List: What are your tips on making an event memorable?

KW: Focus on the purpose of your celebration. Sometimes people bring in too many ideas, which may make you forget about the essentials. You also have to consider the overall effect of everything in the party, food, music, decoration, and so on.

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The List: What are some good party themes?

KW: Misbehaving guests are mostly those who’ve had too much to drink. You don’t want that one misbehaving person to become the focus of the party and ruin it for other guests. Invite them to take some rest somewhere quiet, for example in a separate room where they can calm down.

The List: Favorite places to shop for supplies, favors and decorations?

KW: I source from many places, but Simply Love is especially good if you’re looking for balloons. It’s more kids-oriented, so if you want something posh, you’ll have to look elsewhere.

Another store I like is Complete Deelite, which makes great customized cakes.

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Instant index

Know & Tel

18-23 Caterers 24-27 Venues

28-31 Costume Shops 32-37 Party Dresses 38-41 Entertainment

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Caterers Party on a platter

Wellington, but soon branched out into the catering business. You can also count on them for table décor, as well as everything from cutlery to crockery. Be sure to try the signature party favorites: the whole pig and lamb, which are spit-roasted on site.

2559-0144, www.delicious-hk.com

Fondueliscious

Relish Kitchen

deliciously creamy curries, kebabs, biryani rice and seafood and meats slow-cooked with plenty of spices.

4/F, 77 Wyndham St., Central, 2971-0001, www.diningconcepts.com.hk

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Bite Me Available for private functions, junk trips and themed events, Bite Me can cater to your every craving. You can ask the team to organize your entire event or you can simply focus on the food, with a menu that spans DIY cocktail parties, personalized party plates and special light and healthy menus that are ideal for days out in the sunshine— think hummus, pesto salad and artichoke quesadillas. Mmm. 2302-0097, www.biteme.com.hk

Bombay Dreams This authentic Indian restaurant’s private catering service designs menus according to your personal taste. Do something a little different for your party and arrange your very own Indian banquet—with

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Bridge Catering Bridge Catering offers Japanese, Chinese and Western food for all sorts of private functions. Choose among four sample packages starting from $1,888 for 15 to 18 people. The simplest package includes fish fillets, chicken steaks, fried rice and spaghetti, but if you want gussied-up nibbles, take a look at the Japanese-inspired menu ($3,988 for 20 to 25 people) that includes sushi, enoki beef rolls, bakes oysters and tiramisu tarts.

2757-0161, www.bridge-catering.com.hk

Delicious Founded in 2002 by Executive Chef Dave Maclean and restaurateur Dennis Villanueva, Delicious is dedicated to serving healthy fare made with fresh ingredients. The company started as a deli on the corner of Pottinger and

Fondueliscious specializes in the sale and rental of chocolate fountains, serving Callebaut Belgian chocolates designed for fountain use. The fountains come in two sizes, with the mini-chocolate fountains serving up to 30 to 50 people and the mediumsized serving 50 to 150 people.

A variety of chocolate flavors are available, including milk, strawberry, lemon and orange. Marshmallows are provided to dip with, and these can be supplemented with trays of fresh fruits and cream puffs. Edible ingredients are used to create a customized message to add a personal touch to the fountain.

For the more health-conscious, there is also a mini fruit coulis fountain available.

2961-4523, www.fondueliscious.com

Koh Thai This popular Thai restaurant chain offers catering at $180 per person and features tasty Thai classics such as curries, salads and spicy prawn cakes.

Drinks packages can be scaled to the size of your party and feature a finite (though very generous) collection of drinks. An extra $140 per person is required for drinks, but larger parties can get a discounted price of $300 per head including both food and drinks.

G/F, 57 Wyndham St., Central, 2840-0041, www.kohthai.com.hk

Know & Tel Gingers A veteran caterer, Gingers specializes in western cuisine with an Asian twist.

Everything from multi-course dinner packages to outdoor buffets is available, and you can expect pretty-looking dishes in creative combinations, such as chili salmon or coconut and passion fruit tart.

Prices start from $150 per head for a simple cocktail party and from $680 for dinner parties.

Room A1, LG/F, Hing Wah Mansions, 2 Oaklands Path, Mid-Levels, 2964-9160, www.gingers.com.hk

Go Gourmet The catering arm of private kitchen Magnolia, Go Gourmet is among the best in town. Menus are tailor-made to suit the needs of the customer and the occasion.

In addition to the more usual private cocktail parties and wedding events, it also holds hands-on cooking classes for companies that want to do something different for their team-building events.

2530-3880, gogourmet-hk.com

Home Flavour Choose from canapés, dips and salads, before working your way to freshly baked quiches and roasted chicken, ending with brownies for dessert. Wines, baguettes and cheese are also available. Rent cooler boxes if you’re having a sweaty party for keeping the iced drinks cool. Prices for each dish range from $140 to $450.

G/F, 18 Possession St., Sheung Wan. 2850-6878, www.homeflavour.com.hk

Monsieur Chatté French catering needn’t break the bank— Monsieur Chatte’s menu is surprisingly reasonable. Offerings include imported cold cuts, farmhouse cheeses and classic homemade tarts. Wines, champagnes and spirits are available, too. Be sure to place your order at least two working days in advance. Free delivery on Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories is available for orders greater than $1,500.

121 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan, 3105-8077, www.monsieurchatte.com

Munch Serving up tasty meals since 2002, Munch has it all: a restaurant in Tsim Sha Tsui, catering services, a bakery whipping up

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Caterers

homemade cakes and cooking classes.

The catering branch of this outfit is especially notable, with abilities to serve parties of all sizes and only using imported organic grains and beans. The menus are comprehensive, with more than 15 types of salad on offer, as well as crowd-pleasers such as chorizo sausage, gnocchi and a variety of sandwiches.

2952-9991, www.munch.com.hk

Relish Kitchen Whether you’re planning a big business luncheon or a beautiful dinner for two, Relish Kitchen can make the right food to match any occasion. Each menu is unique, with highly customized creations based on the event and your preferences. Looking to go all-out?

You can also take advantage of Relish

Kitchen’s other party planning services, such as venue sourcing, flowers and decorations, photographers and Invitation and menu design.

3481-1924, www.relish-kitchen.com

ShamRock Catering Group With more than 18 years of catering experience in Hong Kong, ShamRock’s got all your dining needs covered—not to mention tons of party rockin’ venues at your disposal. Aside from barbecue options, there’s also a premium catering package available for higherend parties (read: caviar, salmon, foie gras, and so on), and a dedicated drinks list for those who are partial to a tipple.

19/F, Leader Building, 37 Wong Chuk Hang Rd., Aberdeen, 2547-8155, www.shamrock.com.hk

Yee Fat Kitchen Strapped for cash? Head to a good old cha chaan teng and pick up a silver tray of fried noodles or a decent potluck dish, without breaking the bank—a big silver tray of noodles for 20 costs around $350. Yee Fat Kitchen has plenty of options, and you can grab an English menu to pore over the options at their restaurant.

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Celebration

Make your special day even more special with a Gingers Wedding celebration. Whether it’s to be an elegant cocktail reception, beautiful buffet or delicious formal sit down event, Gingers can take care of everything, from the food and wine to the table settings and venue decor, and all delivered with Gingers’ very personal service.

Visit our website to download our wedding packages or just call us.

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Take 5: Party Supply Stores Party Paradise

Find everything from ice sculptures to streamers at these go-to party outfitters.

Party Paradise Party Paradise stocks just about all the party decorations you could ever think

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of. There’s a wide range of styles to choose from, but it’s particularly helpful if you’re organizing a child’s birthday bash—thanks to a large collection of themed tableware and games, such as the classic Pin the Tail on the Donkey.

plenty of party essentials—invitations, balloons and confetti galore.

20B, Po Wah Commercial Center, 226 Hennessy Rd., Wan Chai, 2525-1382

Ice sculptures from Shiu Pong Group can be commissioned for events, parties and other special occasions. The ice can be sculpted into any shape you desire, so don’t hold back. The website is in Chinese only, but even if you can’t read it, you can still poke around the photos for some inspiration.

Party Super Star Party Super Star is an online store that provides out-of-the-ordinary partyware items. Tableware includes a range of paper plates and plastic glasses from The Simpsons, Little Miss Sunshine and plastic table covers. You’ll also find

partysuperstar.com

Shiu Pong Group

D/F, Block 4, Yau Tong Industrial Building, 18-20 Sze Shan St., Yau Tong, 2340-0731, www.shiupong.com

Know & Tel

Know & Tel centerpieces, favors, matching thank you cards and more. If you have a theme party in mind, this store can help you execute it to perfection—or at least give you some decoration inspiration.

The website is also a great stop to gather fantastic party ideas, whether it be for a bridal shower, wedding or adult-themed soirée.

chenille craft items. The website is interesting and offers you an overview of what’s in stock, you should give them a call if you’re looking for something specific.

Unit 6, 15/F, Cheung Fung Industrial Building, 23-39 Pak Tin Par St., Tsuen Wan, 2416-8501, www.taisam.com.hk

7A, Ho Lee Commercial Building, 38-44 D’Aguilar St., Central, 2810-6223

Tai Sam (Party Fun) If you’re in the mood for something different, this may be it. Tai Sam has all kinds of innovative party items, such as honeycomb cocktail picks and straws, wooden and bamboo chopsticks, honeycomb paper decorations and

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Venues

Where da party at?

such as catering and entertainment solutions, which makes the Hyatt Regency a glitch-free option if you’re organizing something complicated. Plus, you can’t beat the views, particularly from the higher floors and club lounge.

18 Chak Cheung St., Sha Tin, 3723-1234, hongkong.shatin.hyatt.com

Les Artistes Café & Gallery

Café Deco

Bisous This glamorous nightclub not only offers cabaret shows performed by saucy dancers, but also an opportunity to leap back in time through its Prohibition-era décor. Featuring plush wallpaper, lots of red velvet, booths and chandeliers, the bar can accommodate smaller groups at tables as well as in the private VIP lounge. If you want to rent the place for a private event, Bisous can also organize dance shows and performances according to your party theme. Bisous’ audio visual facilities and DJs combined with its great canapé selection are perfect ingredients for a wild night out.

9/F, LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham St., Central, 2501-0002, www.bisous.com.hk

Coyote Bar & Grill Coyote is a casual Mexican restaurant featuring a mesquite grill menu that serves up flavorful dishes. That’s besides the point, though: the drinks menu has more than 87 margaritas as well as a large collection of tequila and mezcal. Though the place is known to get a little rowdy, with a spacious setting of 3,000 square feet and a festive atmosphere, Coyote is an undeniably

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good venue for parties and events. Want the whole place to yourself? Ask about the venue rental options.

114-120 Lockhart Rd., Wan Chai, 2861-2221, www.coyotebarandgrill.com

Café Deco If you’re planning a huge party, look no further than Cafe Deco, the largest restaurant atop The Peak with stunning views over Hong Kong from all sides.

The restaurant’s two levels—linked by a spiral staircase that’s perfect for making a grand entrance—offer more than 15,000 square feet with space for up to 600 guests to enjoy a sit-down meal. A range of international dishes is available and menus start at about $500 per head.

1-2/F, The Peak Galleria,118 Peak Rd., The Peak, 2849-5111, www.cafedecogroup.com

Hyatt Regency Sha Tin Surrounded by the beautiful water and mountains of Sha Tin, this luxurious hotel has a range of venues available for hire, with ballrooms for lovers of extravagance and salons for people who prefer a little more intimacy. The hotel can also arrange additional services,

Home to a friendly environment, Les Artiste Café can host up to 60 people, with prices starting at $8,000. If you have a smaller group but want part of the restaurant to yourself, the café will reserve a private space for you and your friends with a minimum charge of $4,000-$4,500. Additionally, you can opt for a tailor-made meal for the group.

Food is simple but tasty with favorites including pizza, wings and some not-tobe-missed desserts.

1/F, Man Hoi Building, 98 Electric Rd., Tin Hau, 3426-8918, www.lesartistes.com.hk

Philia Home Owner Winnie Lam used to live in California, where she often entertained friends at home. After returning to Hong Kong, she opened up Philia Home with a mind to offer dinner party lovers the chance to throw events in a cozy residential setting—without all the hassle. An open kitchen, lounge, dining room and terrace are all open to guests while the chef cooks up a Japanese-inspired menu—though Lam can customize dishes to meet anyone’s needs. Philia Home can accommodate 16 people for a sit-down dinner and 80 for a party.

G/F, 5 U Lam Terrace, Sheung Wan, 2147-2389, www.philiahome.com

Saigon at Stanley Discover true elegance in the historic Murray House with charming sea views and culinary delights from Vietnam.

With relaxed colonial décor of rattan fans turning overhead and grand French

Know & Tel doors opening onto a large open-air covered balcony, the restaurant can accommodate 70-270 people with prices starting from $250 per person for two hours of cocktails. If you’re looking for a sit-down affair, ask about the full dinner menus.

1/F, Murray House, Stanley Main Street, Stanley, 2899-0999

Salon de Ning The Peninsula’s Salon de Ning is named after a fictional 1930s Shanghai celebutante, Madame Ning, and the lush décor inside is whimsically modeled on her abode—think art deco and retro-luxe, with rooms decorated to resemble African safari tents, Moroccan souks and Swiss chalets.

Enjoy the lounge’s own brand of rosé

champagne and listen to the live band while you are there.

B/F, The Peninsula, Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2696-6705, www.peninsula.com

The Space Formerly a meatpacking warehouse, The Space is a multi-function venue in Sheung Wan. With its stark white walls and brushed concrete floors, this versatile space can easily transform into just about anything you can think of—and with 4,000 square feet spread over two floors, plus a fully equipped kitchen and thumping sound system, the only thing holding you back is your imagination.

210 Hollywood Rd., Sheung Wan, 2361-1210, www.thespace.hk

Varga Lounge This venue offers a choice of two different themed floors: one is an elegant French boudoir and the other is a flashy Vegas bachelor’s pad, but both come with ornate and comfy sofas. Varga Lounge further highlights its individuality by lining its walls with artworks by Alberto Vargas and Gil Elvgren. Each floor can hold up to 20 people—and you can opt ot rent both floors for big blowouts.

36 Staunton St., Central, 2104-9697, vargaloungehk.com

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Top Boat Parties Aqua Luna

Pick up: Central, Wan Chai or Tsim Sha Tsui public piers.

range from $488-$818 per person, and are catered by Aqua or Hutong. Minimum cost $30,000.

2851-9601, www.dukling.com.hk

Pick up: Any public pier along Victoria Harbour.

Laissez Faire

2854-1813, www.aqua.com.hk

The Junks: Wooden junks.

Duk Ling

The Details: $3,400 on weekdays, $6,000 on weekends. Speedboat, banana boat, and water-skiing available.

The Junk: Red-sailed Chinese junk.

The Junk: A red-sailed Chinese junk, built in Macau more than 50 years ago.

The Details: Aqua Luna has 1,500 square feet of space, split across two wooden decks, with a full bar and cocktail lounge for up to 80 people. $3,800 per hour before 5pm and $5,000 per hour thereafter. Food and drinks packages

The Details: From $9,000 for two hours to $18,000 for eight hours. Surcharge applies on Sundays or for early and late hours. Catered menus available from $170 per person, and drinks packages start at $180 per hour.

Pick up: Any public pier.

2770-8066

Michelangelo The Junk: An 80-footer crafted from tropical hardwoods, brass and copper. Its 4,000 square feet accommodates 59 people.

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Know & Tel The Details: One-day charters start at $23,000, while a buffet menu with drinks starts at $550 per person.

plus speedboat, banana boat, water skiing and wakeboarding for $5,000.

Time to book that day off!

Pick up: Central, Tsim Sha Tsui, Aberdeen, Hebe Haven.

Pick up: Aberdeen, Causeway Bay, Central, Kowloon Public Pier.

Extras: Overnight charters are also available for up to nine sleepers. You could go to sleep in Sai Kung and wake up at Middle Island.

2814-9899, www.vikingscharters.com.hk

6621-1691, www.luxurysuperjunk.com

Vikings Charters The Junks: Deluxe cruisers, wooden and white junks.

The Details: Deluxe cruisers start at $7,000 for weekdays, while other junks start at $2,500 for weekdays ($4,000 on Sundays). There’s also a weekday package that gets you a 30-person junk

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Costume Shops Halloween inspiration aplenty

to French maids and geisha girls, there are getups (of varying degrees of coverage!) for everyone. If marabou-feather bikinis aren’t your cup of tea, then keep your eyes peeled for brightly colored wigs, funny gag outfits, hats and other accessories such as crazy sunglasses and extreme bling. Prices are often cheaper than Pottinger Street and you can always bargain if you think you’re being taken for a ride.

Tung Choi Street, Mong Kok

MaksWell Costume

House of Siren

Costume Depot Rental and Production With more than 10,000 costumes to choose from, Costume Depot Rental is the place to go for costumes worthy of the big screen. In fact, Costume Depot Rental and Production actually specializes in costume rental for TV shows, movies and theater productions.

From the elaborate imperial court dresses you have seen on local historical dramas to simple wigs and plastic masks, this shop will almost definitely have what you’re looking for to impress fellow party-goers.

10/F, Pakad Centre, 135 Wai Yip St., Kwun Tong, 2342-3493

Fortune Costume From nuns to witches to Renaissance kings to Robin Hood and to those oh-so-trendy vampires, Fortune Costume is covering all the basics.

Adult costumes are available for sale and hire with rental prices for three days ranging from $500-$4,000; children’s costumes are all for sale, including animal costumes such as bumble bees and lady bugs,

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from $200 to around $700.

Room 202, 2/F, 23 Hillwood Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2367-5018, www.fortunecostume.com

House of Siren House of Siren has earned a reputation for its high quality costumes with elaborate, ready-to-wear pieces available for hire in adjustable sizes. These aren’t just any old Halloween costumes, either; each has been painstakingly stitched by the late Greg Derham. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Bespoke costumes can be handmade to fit any whim by the creative Gill Sharp, who now runs the place with artistic director Charlot Kryza and new owner Eckhard Liebert. You can arrange an appointment for a visit to their recently revamped showroom on Robinson Road to get an idea of just how magical the place is—hint: it’s also a great spot for parties.

This company specializes in adult-sized costume rental with themes such as the Stone Age, uniforms, Star Wars, super heroes and fairy tale characters. You can also buy masks, wigs, make-up and accessories from here to match your costume. Cheap Halloween costumes are for sale if you’re planning to party for longer than one night but are worried that you can’t afford it.

Unit B6, 2/F, Koon Wan Mirror Factory, 4 Sun On St., Chai Wan, 2529-5921, www.makswellcostume.com

Matteo Party Matteo Party has a huge stock of more than 2,000 party costumes with styles ranging in size from infant to XL for sale.

Costume themes include super heroes, the 1950s, Hollywood movies and the usual sexy and scary getups, with prices ranging from $100 to more than $1,000.

You can also pick up face paints, wigs, hats, costume boots and character masks to make sure you stand out.

LG/F, Carlos Court, 64 Robinson Rd., Mid-Levels, 2530-2371, siren.com.hk

3/F, 530-532 Jaffe Rd., Causeway Bay, 2342-8887, www.matteoparty.com

Ladies Market

My Party

If you’re looking for a seriously saucy outfit for an adults-only event, then you’re bound to find something in Mong Kok’s Ladies Market. From Japanese schoolgirls

Boasting more than a thousand costumes and accessories, My Party sells all sorts of dressing-up ephemera, including stick-on mustaches, angel

Know & Tel wings, lantern candy pails, temporary tattoos, oversized goggle glasses, funky cowboy hats, costumes for kids and all sorts of scary Halloween outfits and decorations.

Shop B, 51 Wellington St., Central, 9149-7999

Partyland Partyland is also located in the fancydress shopping (that’s British for costumes, by the way) district of Central.

They have a variety of costumes with styles ranging from cartoon characters to more traditional cowboys and pirates.

They can also cater to special requests by ordering outfits or making them in-store from one of the many patterns on offer, at about twice the price of ready-made costumes.

B/F, 51 Wellington St., Central, 2147-9283

Party World Who do you want to be? Become a pretty Chinese princess or a fearsome pirate by wearing one of the costumes available at Party World, formerly known as Queen’s Fair. Friendly staff will help you choose from the wide range of costumes which include traditional Chinese palatial clothes, sulky Goth wear as well as Halloween standards such as devils at low prices.

Shop 57, 1/F, Bowring Commercial Centre, 150 Woosung St., Jordan, 6377-9155

Pottinger Street If you’ve ever had to attend a theme party in Hong Kong, chances are you’re familiar with Pottinger Street. The steep street is full of wigs ($78-$150)

in all sorts of funky colors, glasses (around $60), feather boas ($15-$20) and glittering hats ($48). You can also get full costumes if you duck inside some of the stores. Most prices are negotiable, especially if buying more than one of something.

Remy Fashion Remy has a large variety of costumes for sale, including traditional costumes from different cultures, signature 1920s, 60s and 70s dresses, disco blouses, Christmas costumes and more, all from about $200 to $350. A tailor is stationed at Remy’s to make alterations if the costumes don’t fit, and you can also submit your own design to have it custom-made.

24 Li Yuen St. West, Central, 2524-8847

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Take 7:

Party Planners Let these event experts do the work so you can enjoy the party.

Amber Events

With its team of experienced party planners, Amber Events has put together many successful birthday parties, corporate Christmas parties and charity events over the past decade. Creative costume designs and themed decorations are also available if you want to make the bash unforgettable.

9852-9722, www.amberevents.hk

Eezy Peezy Parties

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Throwing a party with the help of Eezy Peezy is as easy as the name suggests.

Simply head to the company’s website, where you can settle everything in just a few clicks: send invitations, buy party supplies, hire entertainers, rent a venue and book catering. After-party followups are just as convenient, as the website lets you send thank you cards and share photos.

2580-2530, eezypeezyparties.com

Fête

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Meaning “celebration” in French, Fête is all about extravagance. If you want your venue impeccably decorated— think balloon sculptures and elaborate floral arrangements—and have some money to spare, Fête is the event maven for you.

9885-6255, www.fete-eventplanner.com

Know & Tel Pen & Paper Want your party to go off without a hitch? Pen & Paper provides full management services, seeing to all the essentials as well as providing elegant and stylish decorations to ensure festive surrounds no matter the theme.

Suite 402, Dawning House, 145 Connaught Rd. Central, Sheung Wan, 3568-1649, www.pennpaper.hk

Quintessentially Events For those with a generous budget, Quintessentially Events is an international company that plans events for leading big-name brands, with the likes of Chanel, Dior and Vogue in its client portfolio. This luxurious service can throw both intimate private parties as well as glamorous corporate blowouts.

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Sweet Soirees A Hong Kong-based boutique party planning company, Sweet Soirees specializes in custom-made events to suit any occasion, from birthdays to weddings. The staff here will take care of set-up, clean-up and everything in between, including budget planning, theme design and videography.

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The team at Tiara is dedicated to creating memorable theme parties CY and weddings that are designed CMY according to the customer’s unique K preferences. In addition to being experts at attire, music, cakes and decorations, Tiara places emphasis on budget management and sources materials from suitably priced vendors so that you don’t have to worry about spending a fortune.

18A Carfield Building, 75-77 Wyndham St., Central, 2840-0401, www.tiara.hk

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Party dresses

Tis’ the season

Brands Boutique you’re sure to find something you need. The store stocks designer brands in a range of styles, both short and long and well organized into colors and styles so it’s easy to find what you’re looking for. Dress prices range from around $900-$3,000.

41 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2851-3111

Buttonhole Although Buttonhole is a tiny boutique, you can expect to find some very reasonably priced dresses here for as little as $500. You’re almost guaranteed to find a flashy cocktail number, but you can also find everyday looks that are suitable for the office setting. Stock changes frequently, so if you love it, you better buy it.

Rue Madame

Alice + Olivia Following a stint at Lane Crawford, American fashion brand Alice + Olivia recently opened its first standalone boutique in Hong Kong. Not only does the brand have a reputation for its stellar signature trousers, but it has also become a favorite stop for fashion-forward, readyto-wear tops, LBDs, gowns, shoes and handbags. And don’t leave without buying yourself a treat from beloved NYC sweets boutique, Dylan’s Candy Bar, which is stocked here.

Shop 3078B, 3/F, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 2234-7253, www.aliceandolivia.com

Asos If you still haven’t embraced the miracle of online shopping, we’re pretty sure you’ll change your mind after visiting Asos. The web-based shopping mecca has a comprehensive range of cocktail dresses (204 pages and counting), with a mix of pretty lacey numbers, LBDs and lmaxis. You’ll find exactly what you’re

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looking for—and did we mention that delivery is free? www.asos.com

BKRM Launched in 2012, BKRM, aka “Backroom,” is a Hong Kong-based online retailer that handpicks clothing and accessories from well-known urban-lux designers. Men and women can choose from a number of high-end brands, such as Alexander McQueen, Fendi, Jimmy Choo and See By Chloe.

Find everything from edgy jackets to feminine frocks—even stylish umbrellas and iPad cases. The team, led by sisters Pinky and Doris Ngie, also publishes a lifestyle magazine for style inspiration.

2969-6007, www.bkrm.com

Brands Boutique Whether you’re looking for the perfect dress for the next cocktail party, picking up a flowing gown for your next ball or simply looking for casual wear, at

58-60 Peel St., Central, 2899-2069

Dress Up Established in 2011, Dress Up provides floral lace dresses, bridal gowns and maxi dresses at half-off the usual rack rates. Originally the brand was internetbased, but has since opened up a retail shop in Sheung Wan so that you can try on dresses in person before taking the plunge. If you’re looking to bag a deal on designer LBDs and romantic evening dresses, this is the place to look.

Room B, 1/F, 4 Tai Ping Shan St., Sheung Wan, 9143-0313, www.dress-up.com.hk

Edit For minimalistic style with a touch of glam, head to Edit’s showroom for uber-cool designs by Tibi, Francis Leon, Studio Nicholson and up-and-coming casual glam label Ellery. An assortment of statement jewelry and avant-garde accessories is also for sale. Be sure to check out owner Genevieve Chew’s new label, which features classic black pieces with sheer cutouts for a chic yet seductive look.

67 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2549-4999, www.67edit.com

Know & Tel Forest Bird

Mint & Lemongrass

Ranee K

Both a café and a boutique store, Forest Bird offers clothes, jewelry and a cup of Javanese coffee, if you feel like it. The cappuccinos here are recommended. Try on some designer wear while enjoying a drink.

Although this boutique is small, it stocks a variety of fun cocktail dresses, officeappropriate skirts, and long bright evening gowns. Prices are usually in the $1,000 to $3,000 range. The store also stocks some funky necklaces to complete your look.

39 Staunton St., Central, 2810-1166

G/F, 32 Staunton St., Central, 2868-2380

Karen Millen

Polkadot Boutique

Whether you’re trying to look refined and glamorous or edgy feminine, Karen Millen’s autumn and winter collection has you covered. The latest line of frocks and cocktail dresses is full of geometric patterns, monochrome looks, beautiful cobalt blues and moody florals.

Anyone with a love for fun, flirty dresses and chic ensembles needs to check out the selection at Polkadot Boutique. With labels from the UK and North America, as well as local designers showcasing their talents, Polkadot offers affordable clothes for every woman.

Ranee K creates designs that are inspired by the fusion of cultures in Hong Kong; as she describes it, “an expressive dialogue” between east and west. Clothes are available to buy off the rack but for those who would like something more exclusive, designs can be custom-made.

7, 2/F, Sogo, 555 Hennessy Rd., Causeway Bay, 2892-1306, www.karenmillen.com

2/F, 29 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2521-0636, www.shoppolkadot.com

G/F, 25 Aberdeen St., Central, 2108-4068, www.raneek.com

Rue Madame They say Paris is the fashion capital of the world and, lucky for us, we can now wear

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Party dresses the best, as Rue Madame brings to Hong Kong the hottest French designer brands.

Besides finding elegant, feminine, trendy dresses, you will receive professional advice on how to put together your perfect look. The store also sells stylish accessories such as cuffs, headbands and necklaces. Dress prices range from around $1,000-$3,000.

Shop 117-118, 1/F, Lee Gardens 2, 28 Yun Ping Rd., Causeway Bay, 2972-2021www.ruemadame.com

S. Nine Parsons Fashion Design alumna Susanna Soo mixed the idea of romance and the practicality of women’s wear to create her brand S. Nine. Her collections showcase long, flowy dresses that are perfect for a fancy evening affair. Susanna’s clothes

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are sold in Shanghai, the US, Lebanon and in her Hong Kong shop.

17/F, C, Wisdom Centre, 35-37 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2815-0884, www.snineonline.com

The Melez This online boutique stocks casual-chic apparel, shoes and accessories from trendsetting designers around the world.

You’ll find some great party dresses by designer brands like Winter Kate, Anna Sui, Charlotte Taylor and more. There’s also a free return policy, so you can get a full refund if your purchase isn’t absolutely perfect.

showing up in the same number as someone else—the store only buys a few pieces in each style, and the friendly staff members are happy to help you choose the perfect piece. Dress prices range from around $1,500-$2,500.

60 Lyndhurst Terrace Central, 2540-3380

Zalora

Tiare

Whether you’re looking for a classy black column dress or a snakeskinprinted number, Zalora is sure to have something to suit your style. Free shipping for orders over $150.

Hunting for that perfect party dress? If you shop at Tiare, you don’t worry about

Unit 5, 20/F, Multifield Plaza, 3 Prat Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, 5801-0000, www.zalora.com.hk

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Know & Tel

Take 5: Party Accessories

Add a little glitz to your look with some eyecatching wrist candy.

If you want to make a statement, try a gorgeous jeweltoned necklace.

Wear & Tear Bracelet, $1,010 from www.shopdescreateurs.com

Green Gem Necklace, $372 at www.asos.com

We are totally hooked on this Dominic Jones-designed claw ring.

Sileni Claw Ring, $530 from www.the9thmuse.com

Shimmer at your next shindig with a pair of sterling silver-studded “diamond� earrings.

Filiz Silver Diamond Inspired Earrings, $800 from www.prettydangerous.com.hk We love the edgy feminine appeal of this clutch, which features a skull as the clasp.

Embellish Pepp Stone Hard-Case Clutch, $139 from www.zalora.com.hk

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Airplay

Take 3:

Beauty Deals

Save a few bucks on primping and pampering with these October offers.

Fresh Face

The Place: Skin specialist Justine Grier opened The Skin Gym last year, which offers excellent facials and fine-tuning laser treatements.

The Deal: To celebrate its first anniversary, the boutique spa is offering half-priced TriLipo Maximus Facials (originally $2,480), as well as a travel-sized Dr. Murad product.

Added Bonus: The promotion also includes a $200 voucher toward your next treatment.

Room 603, 6/F, Printing House, 6 Duddell St., Central, 2810-8088, www.theskingym.com.hk

Terrific Tresses The Place: To round out your beauty itinerary, head to Airplay—Hong Kong’s first blowdry-only hair salon, where feminine surrounds, big bottles of Moroccanoil products and a stylish selection of blowout styles await.

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Know & Tel The Deal: Throughout October, Airplay is offering 10 percent off all party packages. When you book a sparty with up to 12 of your gal pals, you can enjoy three hours of exclusive service, makeup services, hairstyling and light refreshments.

Prices cost $5,000 on weekdays and $6,000 on weekends (Fri-Sat).

Added Bonus: Bubbly drinks and canapÊs are within arm’s reach at all times. Oh, and the views of Central from the floor-to-ceiling windows are awesome.

7/F, W Place, 52 Wyndham St., Central, 2641-9888, www.airplaybar.com

Pink Paws The Place: The Nail Library opened in Sheung Wan earlier this year and specializes in creative manicures and relaxing hand spa treatments.

The Deal: The boutique nail salon is doing its part during breast cancer awareness month by offering a Paint Your Nails Pink! promotion that runs throughout the month of October.

The deal features discounted prices (manicure, from $185; pedicure, from $295) on any shade of pink designer lacquer and will donate 50 percent of all proceeds to the Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation.

Added Bonus: Complimentary bubbly, excellent service and cool urban-chic surrounds are all included.

6 Po Hing Fong, Sheung Wan, 2803-2290, tiny.cc/tnl_thelist

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Entertainment Party like a rock star

Future Leisure

who offer live music at weddings and parties. Playing an eclectic mix of pop, funk, Latin, blues and 70s rock, Dream5 offers band packages that range from a single instrumentalist to a full live band and singer.

2618-7444, www.weddingband.hk

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Argo Production Ltd. Argo Production House has every piece of party equipment you can imagine. These range from bouncy slides and castles to water games and “extreme twister.” Argo’s entertainers are no less diverse in their skills, offering synchronized swimming and sand painting art, just to name a few less common ones. It’s not just for kids, either. Who doesn’t love a good disco party followed by rides down the bouncy slides?

2654-9080, www.argoargo.com

Future Leisure Future Leisure offers more than 30 games of all different varieties to entertain at your party. Apart from inflatables such as bouncy castles, rodeo bulls, surf riders and alpine racers, there’s also the considerably more boring marquees for hire. If you have the space, Lasertag is also available in a transportable inflatable arena. For those who like a little more athletic action, there are gladiator pugilist sticks, as well as—although hard to imagine why—toilets on wheels that you can race around a track. Hmm, sounds weird… but oddly intriguing.

2559-2995, www.future-leisure.com

Dream5 No big bash is complete without some killer live music. That’s where you’ll need Dream5, a group of young musicians

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Imagine8 Local company Imagine8 offers dance entertainment for all kinds of occasions.

It has international professional dancers for nearly every dance style you can think of—salsa, Bollywood, belly dance, hip-hop, funk, tango and more. If you are looking to wow the crowd, ask about the stilt walking, magic and clown performances, which are sure to cheer up even the grumpiest of partygoers. Unless they don’t like clowns, but where’s the fun in that? www.imagine8entertainment.com

Joyful Music & Art Joyful Music & Art offers classical performances including soloists, trios, string quartets, wind quintets and live jazz or pop bands. There’s also fusion music for those who can’t decide between classical and pop tunes. Prices vary depending on your requirements, but you can expect Joyful Music & Art to help you find a party package that fits your party size, atmosphere and budget. www.joyfulmusicart.com

Major Moments To dazzle your party guests with an indoor fireworks display, look no further than Major Moments. The engineering company offers a variety of services,

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Performers.hk Performers HK has created an easyto-use website for anyone looking for, well, performers. These talented professionals are organized both by skills and themes with sub-categories of locally based and internationally based entertainers. DJs, character actors, puppeteers, sword swallowers (seriously, how do they do that?), stilt

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TakeOut Comedy Want to ensure that your party is off-the-charts amazing? Look into hiring one of TakeOut Comedy’s hilarious stand-up acts. Raised in New York City’s Chinatown, Jameson “Jami” Gong founded TakeOut Comedy in 2003 and has witnessed the comedy scene in Asia grow rapidly ever since. Whether you’re hosting a corporate lunch and need to lighten the mood or simply want an unforgettable birthday party, you can pretty much guarantee that your guests leave with cramps in their cheeks and tears of joy in their eyes.

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WHY WE LIKE IT Originally known as Yam O, meaning “north of the hill and south of water,” this tiny bay is located on the northeast shore of Lantau Island. It was renamed Sunny Bay when the area became an interchange for the Disneyland Resort Line, with a brand-spankingnew MTR station built on reclaimed land. Check out nearby Luk Keng Tsuen Village, which sits on the rocky pensinsula, surrounded by lush, green hills.

This sleepy rural backwater is now home to a dozen local residents, and offers a taste of rural Hong Kong. Enjoy a pleasant stroll past old village houses to the jetty to watch fishermen drying their catch. You can also walk out to Cheung Sok, a small uninhabited island linked to the peninsula by a narrow sandbar. Yam O was the only natural lumber preservation zone in Hong Kong and you can still 50

spot natural lumber on stilts and the remnants of the old log ponds. Local archaeologists unearthed remains dating back to the Tang and Song dynasties in Yam O, including fragments of lime kilns.

As the sun sets, the rock wall opposite the station is a popular spot for local anglers, and it’s a tranquil place to watch the sun sink into the bay. Spend an afternoon here on the way back from Disneyland for a glimpse of the Hong Kong of yesteryear.

GETTING THERE Simply hop on the MTR to Sunny Bay Station and take exit A. Luk Keng Tsuen Village is an easy 30-minute walk. There is also a small public pier at Luk Keng, with a regular kaito service to Tsing Lung Tau in Tsuen Wan.

Open Day - 5th October 2013

The Peak Pre-School OPEN DAY – Saturday, 5th October 2013 (10.00 am to 1.00 pm) Please come to our Open Day on Saturday, 5th October 2013, from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm at 81 Peak Road, The Peak, Hong Kong.

Tel: 2849 6192

Email: peak@woodlandschools.com

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Children can meet their favourite Super Heroes, say hello to some exotic creatures from the Jurassic Garage, enjoy bouncy jungle fun, wonderful craft activities and an Art Jam session as they channel their inner artist! They can also explore and chase bubbles though our magical ‘forest’, savour a scrumptious sausage sizzle and win a wonderful prize in our ‘Guess How Many’ competition!

Parents are welcome to take a walk through our classrooms and have a chat to the teachers about what happens on a typical day at school, and bring your tiny tots to our inside soft play area.

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For 35 years Woodland has set the standard in Hong Kong for quality early years education. With ten schools, Woodland offers the only accredited early years education in Hong Kong.

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