The List #226, Nov 15 2014

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Suits You, Sir! The dapper gentleman’s guide to life

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05 Editor’s Letter

Beauty and Wellness

There’s a new waxing boutique in town that’s just itching for your ladybits.

06 Guestlist Bottom’s Up

A dreamy evening with one of Shakespeare’s finest comedies, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”

08 Wishlist

Trendwatch

Mustaches are hot; mismatched pant legs are not.

You heard it here first.

Lookbook

Menswear designer Rafael Raya Cano takes the hotseat as we grill him on his favorite things.

What’s In

Paul Smith’s F/W collection is dapperdom personified.

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Macho Masterclass

From suit-wearing to steak-cooking, we get some experts in the art of manhood to teach us some key skills.

50 Baby Pak choi

The Pak Choi Has Sprouted

Managing Editor Sarah Fung’s baby has arrived, and now it’s a parenting column. God help us all!

KNOW & TEL

Cool Shops p.24

Accessories p.28

Tailors p.32

Meat Suppliers p.36

Manly Pursuits p.40

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editor’s letter

One for the Boys Hello chaps! This issue of The List has been put together with our favorite fellas in mind. As the November/ December party season kicks into full swing, it’s time to shut down your inner slob and embrace dapperdom in all its shiny-shoed, slicked-back glory.

Our Feature Story (p.16) is a master class in three essential life skills: buying a suit, ordering wine and cooking a steak. Lock these down with our expert interviewees and you’re golden. You can put your sartorial skills to the test by picking up a suit at these Tailors (p.32), or

stave off those hunger pangs with a slab of steak from our favorite Meat Suppliers (p.36).

Looking for a more casual vibe? These Cool Shops (p.24) sport clothes and accessories for even the most fashionfearful fellow. Alternatively, pick up a macho hobby with the help of our Manly Pursuits (p.40) ideas. But let’s not get all gender-coded up in here. I like a rare steak, a pair of loafers and a round of paintball as much as the next bloke. What ho!

Sarah Fung

Get in Touch I’d love to hear from you! E-mail me: sarah.fung@hkmagmedia.com Find me on Twitter: @sarahefung

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Make a Date Our picks for the month

AIA Electric Run

Nov 19-22

Nov 23

Sweet Dreams

Canine Carnival

Shakespeare’s Globe theater comes back to the Hong Kong stage with the classic comedy: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” You might have read this in school, but now is your chance to see the play in person. The production will be staged in full Renaissance garb—from set designs to costumes—just like the bard dreamed up, 400-odd years ago. There will only be six shows, so get your tickets before they’re all snatched up.

Nov 19-22, 7:30pm; Nov 22-23, 2:30pm. Lyric Theatre, Academy for Performing Arts, 1 Gloucester Rd., Wan Chai, 2584-8500. $395-795 from www.hkticketing.com

The annual dog-walking event by Hong Kong Dog Rescue, Peak to Fong, grows in popularity year after year and it’s now in its 11th edition. Starting at the Peak, peeps and their pooches will wind their way down the hill to Lan Kwai Fong, where a carnival of food, drink and games awaits. All funds raised go towards HKDR’s operating costs which include vet services, dog food and beds for its rescues. Walkers get a specially designed T-shirt, and pooches get a nice day out.

Nov 28-29

11am. The Peak. Free; register at www.hongkongdogrescue.com

Electric Avenue Glow sticks at the ready—the dazzling, neon-lit AIA Electric Run will be racing through Hong Kong this month. This walk-slashrun-slash-dance export from the US and Europe will transform the New Central Harbourfront into a 5km series of “electric zones” featuring lights and EDM tunes. With fancy dress mandatory, glowing lights obligatory, and zone names like “Rainbow Road” and “Electro Rainforest,” it sounds like more of a festival than a race. Did we mention glow sticks?

5pm. The New Central Harbourfront. Register at electricrun.hk

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Guestlist

Nov 28-30

Festive Tunes Hong Kong’s biggest music and arts festival Clockenflap is very much on the horizon. See LA comedy rockers Tenacious D, UK indie chart-toppers The Vaccines, Oklahoma psychedelics The Flaming Lips, post-Britpop alt-rock four-piece Travis, Scots electro group Chvrches and Latin hip-hop group Ozomatli. Visit www. clockenflap.com for full lineup.

Spotted!

The House of Madison launch Oct 16

All day. West Kowloon Cultural District. $440-1,080 from www.ticketflap.com.

Through November

Cocktail Causes Drink for a good cause this Movember: popular restaurants Chôm Chôm, Boqueria, La Vache and Ho Lee Fook will be donating all the proceeds from their signature cocktails to the Movember Foundation, a charity that benefits men’s health issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental health. We recommend Boqueria’s Limeade de Padrón, made with sherry, gin, lime and Padrón peppers; and Chôm Chôm’s Saigon Sour, which is a blend of whiskey, pineapple, lime, agave syrup and egg white (both $98). www.blacksheeprestaurants.com.hk; hk.movember.com

Celebrating its launch, boutique and events venue House of Madison threw a party last month. A vast retail space—12,000 sq ft to be exact—it spans three stories, and houses home and lifestyle brands, as well as private dining spaces, a wine tasting room and a balcony lounge. Stay tuned for culinary workshops and art installations to be hosted at the space.

1-3/F, 8 Queen’s Rd. East, Wan Chai, 2239-5005

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A dose of Hong Kong style Hot Product

Tea, Ma’am?

Lovers of all things decadent and British, beware: Fortnum & Mason has arrived in Lane Crawford. The luxurious range of fine food, drinks and gifts is a boon to those searching for that special Christmas treat. You’ll be able to find more than 65 of the brand’s signature products—from bespoke hampers to tea, chocolates and chinaware. We’re loving the curated wicker hampers full of goodies such as truffles, champagne and posh tea leaves, all in bright, elegant packaging. Just for the festive season, the Fortnum & Mason pop-ups will mirror the design of the iconic London flagship store.

Online ordering is also available.

Various locations including 3/F, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 2118-3388, www.lanecrawford.com

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Fashion Forecast This fortnight’s style digest

Tash Stash Get your mo on this November, Kate Moss-style.

Hot

Trendwatch

Eleven Paris, from Asos, $552.25

Checking Out Understated plaid to dress up or down.

A Boy Named Sue, $278

Patchwork Sneakers Add a rainbow of color to any outfit with these handwoven kicks.

Color Weave by Converse, $859

Booted Off The knee-high boot for those who prefer trainers. Tip: just wear trainers.

Ash

Hot Opening

Patchy Pants

DIY Fashion

One of the greatest acts of wardrobe indecision ever seen.

125 Stanley Main St., Stanley, 2813-9576, www.print-house.hk

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Pinko

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The funky and artistic Print House has just opened in Stanley, offering a DIY T-shirt printing service. This is none of your market-stall tat—this trendy throwback store will show you a menu of tee designs to choose from, of varying styles, sizes and colors, which you will then help to print onto the top of your choice. If you don’t like any of the owner Hughie Doherty’s personal designs, you can even submit your own for printing.

Custom tees are just $220. How delightfully retro!

Lookbook

wishlist

Burberry sunglasses In the summer and on sunny days I cannot leave the house without my Burberry black sunnies. Classic but still with a touch of shine, these shades not only protect me from the sun, they also highlight my outfit.

Lucas Papaw Ointment Best lip balm ever! Every time someone goes to or comes from Australia I ask them to buy me one!

Kiehl’s Products I have tried multiple brands of face products in the past but I have to say that I am 100 percent loyal to Kiehl’s. The whole men’s line, including face wash, moisturizer, shaving cream, eye cream, face scrub and other products, have all become part of my daily life.

Rafael Raya Cano A fashion industry professional for seven years, Rafael Raya Cano launched his own menswear label, Rcano, in March. The brand specializes in modern garments that combine elaborate prints and colors with quality fabrics.

Rcano, www.rcano.co

Chanel Bleu For the past three years, Chanel Bleu has been my scent, and every time I wear this fragrance I get compliments.

It is elegant and sophisticated yet not too strong.

Rcano Daffodil Shirt This is one of my favorite shirts from my fall/winter ‘14 collection. I chose this shirt because it looks very elegant, and all the little details like the mixture of the print fabric and leather on the neck and cuffs makes it very special and unique.

H&M Skinnies I have to say I own a couple of black H&M skinnies. From casual to formal occasions, they always save the day.

Y3 High Tops

Black Studded Louboutins

I have always been a fan of high tops and these white Yohji Yamamoto ones are very special. They complement and boost my daily outfits.

It’s always good to have a decent pair of formal black shoes for special occasions. When I saw these in the shop I fell in love with them and couldn’t resist getting them.

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Beauty & Wellness Your guide to looking fit and fabulous

Pretty Products

Splash of Scotch Bobbi Brown has launched a new holiday color collection, Scotch on the Rocks, inspired by glamorous American actress Lauren Bacall. Full of rich reds and shimmering nudes, the collection gives you that candlelit glow—particularly the glittering eye palette ($700), and the golden brown gel eyeliner ($220). Add a swipe of Bordeaux lipstick ($130), and you’ll be ready for date night.

Bobbi Brown counters citywide, including Shop 1085, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 2111-3912

Tried & Tested

Hot Opening

Honey, Honey

Natural Beauty

New-to-town Honeypot Waxing Boutique is an ultrafeminine addition to the grooming scene. The hot pink boutique offers a full menu of waxing services—with everything from Brazilians ($325) and the classic Hollywood ($440) to a heart-shaped “L’Amour” wax ($465). You can also clean up your eyebrows, legs, arms—pretty much any stubbly spot you can think of. The house-made wax “Cherry Pie” makes the process (almost) pain-free, plus there is IPL available for a more permanent solution. For post-wax needs, check out the full wall of pretty potions that should soothe sensitive skin and stymie any incoming bumps.

Room 802, 8/F, Century Square, 1-13 D’Aguilar St., Central, 3564-8660

Using all-natural products and decked out in earthy tones to match, Iyara’s new Natural Therapies spa is aimed at men and women who are looking for hair and scalp solutions—think hair loss, dandruff and damaged hair. Here’s how it works: a hair therapist analyzes your hair and suggests a tailored hair mask, which, depending on your hair needs, could be packed with the likes of avocado, honey, tea tree oil or apricot oil. While you’re waiting for the goodness to soak in, you can have a natural manicure using Zoya polish or enjoy a shoulder massage. There are also private treatment rooms if you want to indulge in a body massage, facial or a signature foot massage. For the fellas? There’s a separate men’s zone for private pampering.

Hair masks from $900. 2/F, 27 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2523-8700, www.iyaradayspa.com/natural

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What’s In Paul Smith

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1. Checked Jacket

$9,200 2. Slim Chinos

$1,950 3. Palm Tree Sweater

$8,800 4. Windbreaker

$3,200 4

5. Card Case

$1,700 6. Geometric Pullover 2

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$1,700 8. Rust Shoes

$4,700 9. Floral Shirt

$3,200 10. Print Tee

$700 11. Ethnic Print Tee

$1,300

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12. Pocket Square

$500 13. Navy Sweater

$2,700

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Various locations including Shop B9, B/F, The Landmark, 2523-5865. www.paulsmith.co.uk

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AceCGT NutriGene: The Personalized way of Choosing Diet and Lifestyle through Genetics What is AceCGT NutriGene?

AceCGT NutriGene (ANG) is a Hong Kong-based company that offers an innovative weight management and lifestyle program that personalizes each plan depending on a client’s genetics.

The concept behind the model is the theory that certain genes react differently to what the body consumes and this can affect metabolism; therefore, a diet that may lead to positive results for one person, could have little effect on another.

Nutritional Genomics is the science that can inform you whether or not you are eating the right foods for your genetics, and where the idea for AceCGT’s DNA weight management program began. People’s genetic profiles are 99% the same with variation (SNPs) at just 1%, but it’s this 1% that can make all the difference in people’s metabolism and their chances of becoming fat or obese. Indeed, scientists worked out that there are 40 genetic-related factors that contribute towards this.

The Test Procedure The first stage of the test involves the client going in for a meeting in which the whole procedure is explained clearly so they are fully aware of what is happening.

Next the client will undergo the DNA testing by giving a swab sample. From here, the specimen is inspected and data is stored before the DNA samples are extracted. The next step involves making millions of copies of the DNA regions of interest, which are amplified and intensely studied. Then the data is fully analyzed before it is calculated.

All information is now passed over to a team made up of dieticians and genetic scientists who will draw up the best diet programs based on such DNA results.

The entire procedure takes a total of 21 days, after which a meeting is set up for the client to come and discuss the results and various options available.

How are Dietary Programs Worked Out? Much of this is dependent on the test results but also each client’s individual goals; for example, many customers might be looking to lose weight, while others might looking to have a plan that works towards weight maintenance.

The Diet Gene Test works out our ability to metabolize carbohydrates and fats as well as how we respond to exercise. This scientific approach

to dieting ensures that people are immediately placed on the best possible diet to their specific needs without having to go through a whole trial and error process. AceCGT NutriGene manager Terry Chung described himself as being “overweight” at 188lbs at the end of May. After having his DNA tested, he was advised to go on the low-fat slimming diet, and by September he was a much slimmer 159lbs.

The Diet Itself Starting the personalized diet is the first step towards changing your lifestyle.

As Genomic Laboratory Director Dr. Billy Chan (PhD) notes, “You can’t change your genes, but you can change your environment and lifestyle.” Each diet, however, has a certain degree of flexibility, and someone advised to be on a low carbohydrate diet, for example, would not be told to cut carbohydrates out altogether as maintaining a balanced diet remains extremely important in the eyes of AceCGT. All food types are listed in their respective categories such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats, and each item has been given a number of points that was calculated by the

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A Little more about Exercise It is stressed that the diet and lifestyle are the key parts of the program, but exercise is also advised. In each individual case, factors such as weight, health, age and fitness are taken into account before an exercise plan which focuses on a recommended intensity is drawn up. However, AceCGT will not select the sports or activities for clients; that is up to them to do themselves based on their personal preferences.

As with food, each sport or activity has been given a MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) value linked to the energy cost of physical activities. The MET value was originally drawn up by Stanford University’s Dr. Bill Haskell, and is now used worldwide to assign intensity units to physical activities. In a nutshell, if you are a healthy, active person, you are likely to be advised to partake in high intensity activities, while obese people may be advised to focus more on the diet and just do some light exercise each day.

Why should I take up the AceCGT diet and lifestyle plan?

A good reason to trust the AceCGT method is that it is based on the latest technology available and ensures that clients are not wasting time on programs that may not match their needs. The

aim is to promote practical and healthy dieting by exploring the root cause of weight gain at DNA level.

The approach of one size fits all is not the case when it comes to dietary recommendations, so by undertaking this one-off DNA test, you’re ensuring you receive personalized, potentially life-changing, nutritional advice based on your genes and requirements.

21/F., Kowloon Building, 555 Nathan Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong (852) 3979 3200 www.acecgtnutrigene.com

Mad Skills, Bro

Want to learn the skills that every self-respecting modern gentleman should have?

Sarah Fung learns how to perfect three abilities any dapper dude should have in his arsenal: wearing a suit, choosing a wine and cooking a steak.

Sharp Suiters If you hate wearing suits, you’re probably not doing it right! A good suit will flatter the wearer and make him feel suave, not self-conscious.

Jake Grantham from The Armoury takes us shopping.

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Photos: Arnold Wong/The Armoury

A Stitch in Time

Color Blocked

“Tailor-made doesn’t always mean that a suit is superior to some of the better ready-to-wear suiting options. The key criteria for any suit is that it has a ‘floating canvas’ construction. This means that the internal chest piece is hand-stitched. It will mold better to your chest over time and won’t pucker as a glued or ‘fused’ suit will. The more handwork a suit has the better, though bear in mind that getting a suit tailored is no guarantee of this.”

“The assumption is often that color somehow signifies an advanced dresser. With only a couple of key exceptions, the best-dressed men stick to the basics and do it extremely well. They never have colored button holes, avant-garde collar shapes or other gimmicks. At The Armoury, we encourage people to stick with the classics of navy, gray and brown suits paired with pink, white and blue shirts—garments you will love to wear your whole life. Casual tailoring is a different beast altogether, and more colors should be drawn on, from light blues and pastels in the summer to rust oranges and autumnal tones in the winter. Still, you can’t go wrong with the classics—contrary to the zeitgeist of men’s fashion, not everything requires a twist.”

Hemming and Hawing “Trouser length is personal preference and says a lot about the wearer. I like to wear mine just reaching the top of my shoes with a cuff. It means the trouser isn’t a big mess on top of my shoes and the weight of the cuff ensures the trouser drapes nicely. Sleeve length however has less leeway for personal flair—your shirt should reach the top of the hand and the jacket sleeve should be a centimeter shorter than that. Showing some shirt cuff brightens up dark colors and is a hallmark of showing you know how to dress— jacket sleeves hanging to the knuckles is never a good look.”

Accessorize This “Pocket squares, ties and other injections of color should be considered in harmony with the outfit as a whole. Matching or jarring accessories should be avoided; accessories should look like you’ve thrown them on rather than looking contrived. According to venerable menswear writer Alan Flusser, you can combine as many patterns as you like, provided they are all of a different scale.”

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Shoe Fly “I’m rarely found out of a pair of loafers; they are comfortable and allow your trousers to hang uninterrupted. In this day and age, anything goes.

However, we’d suggest Goodyear constructed shoes.

Goodyear shoes are made with a layer of cork that molds to the shape of your foot, giving comfort and support. This is the level of quality that the world’s best shoemakers use, and thus a Goodyear welted shoe will not only fit well and last longer but it will also look better too!”

307 Pedder Building, 12 Pedder St., Central, 2810-4990, www.thearmoury.com

Get His Look The stylish Arnault Castel, owner of lifestyle and design store Kapok, is always tracking down awesome new gear from all over the world.

He shares his picks for must-have menswear and accessories this fall.

Saint James Naval II shirt Truly indémodable [timeless], this is the French equivalent of the basic white T-shirt. It’s a must-have this season and for 10, 20 or 100 more years, as it will never go out of fashion. $1,008 from K-11 Art Mall, Shop 101, 1/F, 18 Hanoi Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 3122-4113, www.saintjamesboutique.com

Mismo Sprint backpack Nothing beats the practicality of a backpack, but they rarely look elegant... Here Mismo reinvents the backpack with an elegant fabric and beautiful high-end trim to reach true sophistication. $4,800 from Kapok, 5 St. Francis Yard, Wan Chai, 2549-9254, www.ka-pok.com

Smith & Norbu buffalo horn sunglasses The luxury of horn sunglasses is married to a true contemporary shape by Hong Kong-based Smith & Norbu. $3,490 from Smith & Norbu, S404, 4/F, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central, 2541-8118, www.smith-norbu.com

Maison Kitsuné fox pullover The comfort of lamb’s wool and the humor of the kitsuné fox... because being stylish doesn’t mean

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taking yourself seriously. $3,455 from Hypebeast, hypebeast.com

Common Projects Achilles sneakers The Achilles is the quintessential reference model for all luxury sneakers: Common Projects updates this model with a modern-yet-understated black mesh finish. $3,600 from Lane Crawford, 3/F, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 2118-3388, www.commonprojects.com

Grape Expectations Ever stare at a wine list like a deer trapped in the headlights? Trust us—we know the feeling. We ask wine guru Eddie McDougall of The Flying Winemaker for some easy-to-remember tips when choosing a tipple.

Safe Bets “I may be biased, but I feel that the New World wines—New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and Argentina—are a safe bet in the sense that you’re not going to break the bank but you’ll still get quality.

Definitely try cabernet sauvignons from South Africa, and there are very good chardonnays from Australia. There are some interesting wines coming out of Victoria, near Melbourne—try pinot noirs from the Yarra Valley. I would steer clear of sauvignon blanc from New Zealand—it’s just so overdone.

New Zealand actually makes great pinot noirs and chardonnays, so experiment with those.”

goes for pinot noir. Say you only drink pinot noir from Burgundy, but then you look at the list and see a pinot noir from New Zealand for half the price—well, let’s try that. If you’re really stuck and looking for a lunchtime wine, just pick a dry rosé.”

First Impressions “If you’re going on a date with someone new, start with something fizzy, because you’re marking a beginning. It doesn’t need to be expensive champagne, but a nice prosecco or a cava from Spain goes down well. A lot of the champagnes available by the glass aren’t that exciting—traditionally, the by-thebottle selections are far better.”

Is it Corked?

“It’s getting better, but the most recent stats show that one in 12 wines is corked. A corked wine smells musty and moldy—a bit like damp cardboard. If yours tastes chemically or musty, it’s likely there’s a taint. Even with screw caps, if a wine has been left in the sun, it may have been heat-tainted or sun-damaged.”

A Modern Vintage

Navigating the List “Quite often, wine lists are very big and very intimidating. If the restaurant is any good, they’ll have someone who is able to talk through the wines with you, but if you have to do it on your own, I would go for varietals first, because it’s a much more obvious flavor profile. For example, if you like a spicier, full-bodied red, you go for a shiraz. And then you can play Russian roulette with the country. Same

People often look at a wine list and try to order wines that are a bit older, thinking it might get them a better wine. But most people who are novice wine drinkers, are new to wine, or are casual drinkers, don’t understand the complexities of the way a wine changes as it ages—they may think that the wine is off or unpleasant because they don’t have that understanding or knowledge. You’re better off sticking to wines made within the past three years or so. So for this year, wines made between 2010 and 2013 would be more suitable.

Just the Tipple For beginners, Eddie recommends these New World wines. a) For a cab sauv from South Africa…

c) For a New Zealand chardonnay…

Meerlust Rubicon 2009, $294

Kumeu River, Mates Vineyard Chardonnay 2011, $362

b) For a New Zealand pinot noir…

Rippon, Emma’s Block Pinot Noir 2011, $620

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d) For an Australian chardonnay…

Pedestal 2013, $185

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Ordering for Groups “When eating in a group, say with Asian cuisine or Spanish tapas, you have so many palates and flavor profiles on the table that it’s very difficult to order a wine to suit everything. If there are enough people, you’re better off having two wines available that diners can switch between from one course to another. It doesn’t have to be one red, one white; you can go for a lighter red and a fuller-bodied red, or a sparkling wine and a red.

Fizz is great as a palate cleanser, and if you’re with a group of friends, it’s a bit more festive too.”

604-605 Yu Yuet Lai Building, 43-55 Wyndham St., Central, 2522-2187, www.flyingwinemaker.asia

Steak Expectations Sick of serving up slabs of chewy, overcooked steak?

Aarik Persaud of The Butchers Club shows us how to cook a perfect piece of meat every time.

Step 1: “Choose the right cut. My favorite is a grain-fed Angus rib-eye on the bone, preferably dry-aged. It’s definitely the juiciest, richest, most flavorsome cut and cooking it on the bone is the only way to do it.

It should be at least 1.5 inches thick.”

Step 2: “Take it out of the fridge an hour before you cook it and let it come up to room temperature. Season with a nice flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 15 minutes before you cook the steak. This helps to ensure a really nice crust.”

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Step 3: “Get your grill (or your pan) scorching hot and sear the steak on either side, turning frequently (every 30 seconds or so).”

Step 4: “If you’re using a grill, turn the heat down, put the steak on the top shelf and close the door, and cook for 5-8 minutes. If you’re using a pan, transfer the steak to a roasting tray with a wire rack and cook for 5-8 minutes at 220°C.” Step 5: “Place the steak on a cool wire rack so that the air can circulate and it stops the cooking process. Let it rest. This is one of the most important steps.”

The Butchers Club HQ, 13C Sun Ying Industrial Centre, 9 Tin Wan Close, Tin Wan, Aberdeen, 2552-8281, www.butchersclub.com.hk

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Cool stores He’s got the look

Kapok

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Bertrand Mak The dapper Bertrand Mak, who launched shoe brand Rupert Sanderson in Asia, created his eponymous store producing deliciously discerning leather goods for those with a penchant for British style.

From shiny shoes made with 24-carat gold leafing to calf-skin leather bags and elegant umbrellas, Bertrand Mak’s accessories are steeped in sophistication and timeless charm. www.bertrandmak.com

Editus A lifestyle concept showroom down in Aberdeen, Editus brings gorgeous products and accessories from all over the world to Hong Kong. Though you can’t actually buy on-site, you can browse the urban-chic showroom and order whatever strikes your fancy. Look for the gleaming leather bag brand Travelteq, which hails from Amsterdam, as well as durable handmade shoes from C.B Made in Italy—each pair takes three hours to make in its Northern Italian workshop. The showroom is also available as a

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A longtime funky favorite, Kapok specializes in creative and authentic craftsmanship. You’ll find a range of lifestyle and fashion products from countries like the US and Denmark, including awesome sweaters, notebooks, shoes, messenger bags and more. Kapok has also just expanded into PMQ (HG1012, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central).

G/F, 5 St. Francis Yard, Wan Chai, 2549-9254, www.ka-pok.com

private events venue, and can host up to 1,000 people.

16/F, Shui Ki Industrial Building, 18 Wong Chuk Hang Rd., Aberdeen, 9760-0437, www.ed1tus.com

G.O.D. Goods of Desire (G.O.D.) is known for its creative homwares, but it also stocks its fair share of fashion and accessories.

Everything from the flip-flops to the wallets to the hoodies reflects Hong Kong and its unique East-meets-West characteristics. Founded as a small retail store in 1996, G.O.D. now has six stores around Hong Kong, as well as an outpost in Singapore.

G-1/F, 48 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2805-1876, www.god.com.hk

Hola Classic Hola Classic sells elegant, charming men’s clothing. Heavy on the tweeds, it’s classic English tailoring with a little bit of hipster flair. A window in the shop opens on to a tailor’s workshop, and a custom suit will cost you in the ballpark of $2,000. In addition to bespoke outfits, you can also find socks, ties, and plenty of cufflinks to round out your outfit.

17 Haven St., Causeway Bay, 2870-0245, www.facebook.com/HOLAclassic

Kingdom Wear Philanthropic fashion label Kingdom Wear specializes in men’s T-shirts designed to be both stylish and guilt-free. The brand donates 20 percent of its net profits to its charity partner, the Mekong Club, which aims to help end human rights abuses in Asia. The logo tees ($488) reflect the brand’s belief that fashion needn’t come at the cost of human suffering. The brand is also in the process of launching “Kingdom Cubs” T-shirts ($219) for little ones aged six to 12. kingdom-wear.com

Le Slip Francais Here are products that men—and ladies— can enjoy: popular French brand Le Slip Francais (which translates quite simply to “The French Underwear”) brings its hot range of men’s undergarments to Hong Kong. The concept of the pure made-in-

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cut button-ups and silk bow ties. The avant-garde cuts and colors are not for wallflowers in the room. For now, the shop is online only, but there are no delivery fees for Hong Kong shipping.

personality-filled line with excellent taste. The brand later grew to incorporate more men’s clothing, eyewear and accessories, as well as whimsical collections for women.

Shop 147, 1/F, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 2918-9609, www.tedbaker.com

Massimo Dutti The two-story Massimo Dutti offers contemporary versions of classic European-style pieces—solid building blocks of a work wardrobe. The interesting cuts and details turn potentially drab basics into interesting but very wearable pieces. We particularly love the leather accessories—with classy shoes, wallets and belts for all occasions.

G-1/F, Loke Yew Building, 50-52 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2537-8832, www.massimodutti.com

Nixon A Southern California import with a true West Coast ethos, Nixon makes gorgeous accessories for men and women. Best known for its watches, each collection is unique—some are all about color, others about chrome—but they are all made with high-quality materials and attention to detail. The brand has also branched out into clothes, tech gear and travel accessories, with some suede carry-ons as well as rugged backpacks. There’s a retail store in the works, but for now, find Nixon in select stores, including Lane Crawford, Harvey Nichols, K11 Concept Store and Kapok.

Nixon: 3462-2020, www.nixon.com

Rcano Founded and designed by Hong Kong expat Rafael Raya Cano (see Lookbook, p.9), Rcano is all about bold prints, slim-

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S413, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central, 2803-2391, www.leslipfrancais.fr

The Armoury

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France collection was thought up by young designer Guillaume Gibault in a Parisian café (naturally) in 2011 and was rolled out to rave reviews.

The playful yet sophisticated briefs, boxers, swimwear and accessories are certainly eye-catching. Or maybe that’s just the models.

The Armoury Squarestreet At this urban-chic studio, designers David Ericsson and Alexis Holm present their designed-in-Hong Kong wares.

Find hipster-tastic plimsolls and canvas duffel bags, as well as timepieces by the Void Watches brand, which is run and designed by David himself. A strong Scandinavian aesthetic is present in all the designs, where simplicity and functionality are in abundance. There are also beautiful pieces from Swedish designers, including Fjallraven’s outdoor gear and Corneila Webb’s fine jewellery.

Free delivery in Hong Kong.

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

Ted Baker Well-known for its smart cuts and colorful prints, Ted Baker is a favorite among both men and women.

Originally a men’s shirt specialist in Glasgow—the very first stores in 1987 even included laundry services— Ted Baker grew its reputation as a

With one of the most dapper teams around, The Armoury is a classy men’s outfitter that focuses on classic styles with a very British feel. There are gorgeous Hong Kong-inspired cufflinks, as well as beautifully crafted shirts, slacks, and everything in between. There are ready-towear garments from the likes of Ascot Chang, Carmina, Drake’s, Fox Umbrellas, Nackymade and Locke & Co—but you can also order custommade apparel if there’s something in particular you’re looking for.

Shop 307, Pedder Building, 12 Pedder St., Central, 2804-6991, thearmoury.com

The Men’s Shop

by Club Monaco The Men’s Shop by Club Monaco is a favorite of the gentleman about town.

Inside, the space is more like a home than a shop—lots of wood, with quirky paintings and products crowding the walls, while big leather suitcases and old-school carpets cover the floor. You’ll find a range of brands leaning strongly towards the (somewhat preppy) Americana: think chinos, plaid shirts, navy blazers, leather penny loafers and classic red bandanas. You’ll also find other little knickknacks—leather key carries, hip flasks with embroidered covers and stationery.

Shop 4B, UG/F, Bo Fung Mansion, 1-4 St. Francis Yard, Wan Chai, 2527-7030

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WOAW! Gough Street is one of Hong Kong’s hippest areas, and the trendiness bar has been raised even higher with the addition of lifestyle concept store WOAW!, which stands for World of Amazing Wonders.

The store opened earlier this year as a haven for all things interesting. From Karen Walker sunnies to funky shoes to totally unique travel bags, the venture from designer and entrepreneur Kevin Poon is sure to add some fresh finds to your home and wardrobe. It also has Hershel bags for almost every occasion, whether you need a duffel for travel or a tote for shopping.

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11 Gough St., Central, 2253-1313, www.woawstore.com

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This hole-in-the-wall shop is lined with gorgeous leather shoes—all samples that you can order to custom-fit your feet.

The ultimate luxury, bespoke shoes are not only as comfortable as they come, but they can also be as plain or detailed as you like. Stock up on custom-made French calf shoes or some double-monk straps for about $1,800 per pair. You can also have a belt made to match.

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Shop 18, G/F, 5-6 Middle Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2368-2851, www.facebook.com/ZeesLeatherCo

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5 1. Bluetooth Sunglasses Polarized sports sunglasses equipped with innovative boneconduction technology to conduct sound to your ears. $1,680 from www.k11designstore.com

2. LSTN Headphones Headphones made from reclaimed zebra or beech wood, where a portion of your purchase will go to the Starkey Hearing Foundation.

From $880, from phatrice.com

3. Wearable Camera Tough, waterproof, highThe Men’s Shop by Club Monaco

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definition camera with Wi-Fi capability. $3,780, from www.pansonic.hk

4. Boom Boom Speaker A wireless smart speaker that works through an app to function as a microphone and sound recorder too. $2,099, from www.eclecticcool.com

5. Smart Herb Garden Self-watering, self-lighting herb tray that employs nano-technology. $819, from www.ecoconcepts.com.hk

Men’s Accessories Dress to impress

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Check out Squarestreet’s new line of SQ03 Minuteman watches, handmade with leather and water-resistant stainless steel.

Keep things brief with these funky Hong Kong-inspired undies.

Dress up your workout routine with a water-resistant gym bag or backpack from Avec Studios’ contemporary Tone series.

$1,512 from Squarestreet, G/F, 15 Square St., Sheung Wan, 2362-1086

2. Men’s Shop Gloves Winter is coming… so you better stock up on deerskin gloves and comfy hats. $990-1,300 from Men’s Shop by Club Monaco, Shop 4B, UG/F, Bo Fung Mansion, 1-4 St. Francis Yard, Wan Chai, 2527-7030

3. Hachill Glasses Protect your peepers with stylish shades from homegrown brand Hachill. $1,380 from Hachill, hachill.com.hk

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$130-150 from G.O.D., 48 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2805-1876

5. Travelteq Bag Choosing the right briefcase can be tough, but Travelteq’s beautiful Wash Bag is an easy decision. $2,086 from Editus Showroom, 16/F, Shui Ki Industrial Building, 18 Wong Chuk Hang Rd., Aberdeen, 9760-0437

6. Ugg Boots Every guy needs a pair of rugged boots— Ugg’s latest collection comes in nubuck leather, distressed suede or sheepskin. $1,790-2,390 from Ugg, 2 Yiu Wa St., Causeway Bay, 2893-1338

$760-880 from Zixag, 40 Sai St., Sheung Wan, 2743-2511

8. Massimo Dutti Belt Nothing pulls an outfit together like a swish belt: The selection at Massimo Dutti come in a range of Italian leathers. $490-590 from Massimo Dutti, 50-52 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2537-8832

9. Eteaq iPhone Gear Protect your phone with a clear conscience: these cases have been handcrafted with recycled teak wood. $590-990 from Eteaq, www.eteaq.com

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10. Nixon Messenger Bag

13. Zegna Leather Jacket

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The smokin’ charcoal finish on this “Calle” messenger bag is made with waxed leather from the US. A carry-all for all occasions!

A must-have in every urbanite’s wardrobe, leather biker jackets are effortlessly cool. This version from Ermenegildo Zegna’s ready-to-wear collection combines nylon and leather for a more modern look.

A dapper addition to any rainy day ensemble—they’re even made with 24K gold leafing.

$3,040 from Nixon, Shop 10, LCX, Harbour City, 7-27 Canton Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui (opening in Dec)

11. Daniel Wellington Watch These sporty, nautical-inspired Daniel Wellington watches at Kapok come in a “2-in-1” box set—including a complimentary strap with every leather watch purchase. $1,850-1,980 from Kapok, 5 St. Francis Yard, Wan Chai, 2549-9254

12. Bellroy Leather Accessories The slim and stylish leather wallets and sleeves from Bellroy will keep your cards and cash sorted.

$2,580 from Bertrand Mak, ww.bertrandmak.com

$12,369 from Zegna Sport, store.zegna.com

14. Custom-made Shoes For something a little slicker, spoil yourself with a pair of custom-made calf-skin leather kicks. Choose from dozens of styles, including monkstraps, oxfords and loafers.

From $1,700 at Zee’s Leather Co., Shop 18, G/F, 5-6 Middle Rd., Far East Mansion Arcade, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2368-2851

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$480-990 from Kapok, www.ka-pok.com

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Treat Her Right

Of course, part of being a dapper dude is knowing how to treat the lady in your life. Here’s our selection of classy gifts that are sure to please even the most demanding of dames.

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1. Bitta Bling Beloved by artsy celebrity types, British jewelry brand Astley Clarke’s “Muse” line of rings combines wearable designs with a playful edge (think rose and white gold with pave diamond stars and hoops), for a “can’t go wrong” gift. $9,500-$25,500 from Lane Crawford, 3/F, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 2118-3388

2. Scarf it Down For a bit of “Roman Holiday” romance, check out these limited-edition Pucci scarves, with prints inspired by cities around the world. There’s New York, Rome, Paris, Shanghai—and of course, our very own Hong Kong.

Price TBC (listed as 360 euros on emiliopucci. com) from Emilio Pucci, Shop 2082, 2/F, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 2319-0868

3. If the Boot Fits There’s nothing like a classic pair of black heeled boots to get your woman

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through the winter. This pair by Ash combines a tough buckle detail with ultra wearability for a look that’s both sexy and practical.

Price TBC from Ash, Shop T309, 3/F, Ocean Terminal, Canton Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2118-2450

4. Bathed in Luxury This vanilla and amber four-piece bath and body set—consisting of a body scrub, bath soak, body cream and shimmering body mist—from Laura Mercier is sweet but seductive, with indulgent ingredients to make skin smooth and kissable.

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have arm candy. It can be worn as a satchel, handbag or even as a backpack, depending on your mood and your wardrobe. We love this apple-green, quilted napa leather version. $15,800 from Mulberry, Shop 322, Times Square, 1 Matheson St., Causeway Bay, 2506-1020

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Sure, perfume may not exactly be original as a gift, but it’s hard to go wrong with this vial of Tom Ford’s Patchouli Absolu. This ain’t the preferred aroma of your hippy aunt, but rather an intense, sensual fragrance that deepens in intensity the longer it lingers. Patchouli is combined with fragrant woods and a touch of amber, tonka beans and leather for a scent that’s grown up, sophisticated and very sexy.

Mulberry’s “Cara” bag, named after so-hot-right-now model Cara Delevingne, is this winter’s must-

$1,780 for 50ml from the Tom Ford Beauty Counter in Lane Crawford Times Square, B/F, 1 Matheson St., Causeway Bay, 2110-4725

$660 from Laura Mercier counters citywide, or at the Laura Mercier Boutique, 2/F, Shop 07, Langham Place, 8 Argyle St., Mong Kok, 3514-9408

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Forefront in Surgery While the hospital building has been listed as a heritage building, MIH houses some of Hong Kong’s most advanced equipment and technology for minimally invasive surgical treatments. These include investments in top-notch medical technology: from LED shadow-less lighting systems in operating theatres for better visibility, to high definition camera systems and surgical microscopes.

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ensures that all fabrics and accessories used are imported from Italy and crafted exclusively in Hong Kong. Each step of the tailoring process is highly supervised to ensure that it meets the demands of the customer. Prices start from $3,888.

Suite B, 2/F, On Lok Mansion, 39-45 Hollywood Rd., Central, 5804-9096, www.bonhamstrand.hk

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Exclusively for men, A-Man Hing Cheong specializes in English-style suits and shirts. On average, expect to wait about a week for a suit and three days for a dress shirt. In business for over a century, it has some 1,000 samples in stock and staff members are happy to recreate your favorite designs. On average, a suit here will cost upwards of $10,000.

Established in 1952, Ascot Chang has a reputation for beautifully tailored shirts. The options here are classy, and you can also add on a suit for around $10,000. It has four other Hong Kong outlets as well as a handful of international branches. Accesorize your new threats with belts, cufflinks and tuxedo shirts.

M/F, Mandarin Oriental, 5 Connaught Rd., Central, 2522-3336

The Peninsula Hotel, Salisbury Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2367-8319, www.ascotchang.com

Classic Fashion Tailors With so many excellent options, it’s hard to make a decision when it comes to tailors. For a real bargain, check out Classic Fashion Tailors. Well hidden in the heart of Jordan, this little gem has thousands of fabrics to choose from and catalogs overflowing with style inspiration. There is a package deal available for men, which includes a wool suit, matching shirts and silk ties, all for the price of $1,695.

Established in 1986, David Fashions carries a vast selection of imported fabrics, many from Italy. In fact, name the material and color and David Fashions will probably stock it. It offers full wardrobe planning and evaluation at your home or office by phone, email or in person and suit prices start at $1,450.

There is a simple online order form for added convenience.

Shop 3, G/F, Empress Plaza, 17-19 Chatham Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2368-6884, www.davidfashions.com.hk

De-luxe Tailor De-luxe Tailor is a no-nonsense tailor tucked away on the seventh floor of the Yip Fung Building. Relying solely on word-of-mouth, Paul Yiu and Johnny Leung have been keeping men welldressed since 1976. Dressing its clients in shirts, suits, tuxedos, sports jackets, overcoats and slacks, De-luxe focuses on detail, quality and customer service.

Suits are generally delivered within 10 days but urgent requests can be completed in four or five days.

707, 7/F, Yip Fung Building, 2-18 D’Aguilar St., Central, 2525-8888

G/F, National Court, 242 Nathan Rd., Jordan, 2317-7748, www.classicfashiontailors.com

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With a dedication to preserving the tradition of Hong Kong’s unique tailoring and craftsmanship, Bonham Strand

Empire Tailors

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business suits, particularly the threebutton, single-breasted suit. Made with fabrics imported from Italy and the UK, a typical suit takes two to three days to complete. A cashmere wool suit comes in at around $3,300.

An old-school, family-run business, Empire Tailors has been operating since 1983. Specializing in men’s tailoring services, there are 12 tailors who work on suits and a further 25 working on shirts. Two fittings are required for your custom suit, and the whole process takes three days—although rush orders are also available. Expect to pay from $3,510 upwards for a suit.

Shop 6, G/F, Houston Centre, Mody Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2723-2673 www.empiretailors.com

Italian Tailor Italian Tailor has three decades of experience in men’s suits. It doesn’t come cheap—you can expect to pay around $6,000 for a suit—although you do get what you’re paying for. Suits are made with top-quality fabrics, mostly imported from Italy.

342, Prince’s Building, 10 Chater Rd., Central, 2522-1333

Jim’s Tailor Workshop Jim’s Tailor has retained a loyal following over the years, thanks to its quality workmanship and personable service. Specializing in custom-made clothing, Jim caters each highly versatile creation to his customer’s build and tastes. Want to supply your own fabric? Sure. Have a request for a particular design on shirts? Send them Jim’s way. Whatever you want, Jim’s Tailor makes sure the customers have a say in the process and leave with a suit that fits their body and personality.

Shop C1, G/F, 19 Des Voeux Rd. Central, 2845-5377, www.pacifictailor.com.hk

Raja Fashions

here will cost $3,080 and up.

13/F, Maxwell Centre, 39-41 Hankow Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2366-6658, www.maxwellsclothiers.com

Om Custom Tailors Om has hundreds of fabrics of differing quality, design and color that are regularly updated to reflect trends.

The tailoring business has been around for 15 years, and its men’s collection includes suits, tuxedos, shirts, trousers, waistcoats and topcoats. Most orders are shipped within four to six weeks.

In business for decades, Raja Fashions owns its own workshops and warehouses, giving it full control over the cost, quality and length of time it takes to have a suit made. Suits for men and women start at $1,800. Leather goods and men’s accessories such as ties and cufflinks are also available.

34C, Cameron Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2366-7624, www.raja-fashions.com

Sam’s Tailor

Pacific Custom Tailors

One of Hong Kong’s most famous outfitters, the legendary Sam’s Tailor has attracted a long list of notables.

Established in 1957, Sam and his son offer fine tailoring services and have a reputation as one of the best “24-hour suit” makers. It’s possible to jam two or three fittings into just one day, but you can also take your time getting your outfit tinkered to perfection.

A family business established in 1989, Pacific Custom Tailor specializes in men’s

G/F, K&L Burlington Arcade, 90-94C Nathan Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2367-9423, www.samstailor.com

Shop LG56, LG/F, Peninsula Centre, 67 Mody Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2366-2603, www.omtailors.com

Shop 37-38, 1/F, Tower 1, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Rd., Admiralty, 2879-0751, www.jimstailor.com

Maxwell’s Clothiers Maxwell’s Clothiers has been in the custom tailoring business in Hong Kong since 1961 and has established a loyal client base. The company also runs a large mail-order operation for custom tailoring services in the US, Canada, Australia and the UK. A suit

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Dude Dens Alfie’s by Kee For: The Man About Town A joint venture between posh menswear label Alfred Dunhill and members-only Kee Club, Alfie’s is masculine with a refined,

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sophisticated edge. Think plush leather chairs and sofas, luxe carpets adorning dark marble floors and an intimate bar area steeped in the rich hues of copper, brown and black. Expect a glammed up (and more expensive) version of your typical British pub fare with an impressive wine list.

18-19, M/F, Prince’s Building, 10 Chater Rd., Central, 2530-4422

Captain’s Bar For: Dad Chill out in style at the Mandarin Oriental’s Captain’s Bar and have an Old Fashioned or draught beer—the latter of which is famously served in silver tankards.

Mandarin Oriental, 5 Connaught Rd. Central, 2522-0111

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Nocturne

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Despite being located in SoHo, Japanese-style watering hole Nocturne remains a hidden gem. Choose from a list of mixologist-crafted cocktails—many of which use Japanese liquors.

L’etage is a sleek and stylish spot serving up a great selection of whiskies.

Top picks include the 36-year-old Glen Grant single-malt, as well as Yamazaki whisky from Japan. If you choose to booze in this classy locale, you’re in for a treat: the bartender doubles as a magician and has lots of mysterious tricks up his sleeve.

35 Peel St., Central, 2884-9566.

The Grand Hyatt Champagne Bar For: The Classy Gent The newly revamped Grand Hyatt Champagne Bar is pure class: think a dimly lit space with live jazz music and a selection of vintage and “boutique” champagnes that will impress even the most discerning drinker. There is a “champagne flight” deal in place, where you can try out three glasses of top-notch bubbles for only $300.

1 Harbour Rd., Wan Chai, 2588-1234

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Meat Suppliers So much at steak

sausages. You can even purchase your own pork casing to make your own sausages at home. For large meats, be sure to order in advance, while you can purchase small-scale groceries at the brick-and-mortar store in Sheung Wan. G/F, 18 Possession St., Sheung Wan, 2850-6878, www.homeflavour.com.hk

Homegrown Foods Homegrown has been bringing fresh organic produce from local farms to customers through its subscription service since 2010. Health-conscious carnivores will adore the organic offerings of beef, chicken, pork and cold cuts, as well as free-range eggs, dairy, organic snacks and even household products. You’ll receive free delivery on orders of $458 or more.

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Gonzalo Finding kosher food in Hong Kong isn’t easy, so Gonzalo is a find for gourmet meat-lovers and Jewish households alike. The grass-fed organic meat is all certified glatt kosher. In particular you’ll be impressed with the range of steak cuts— from short ribs to skirt to hanger to flat iron.

6462-2075, www.gonzalo.hk

Good Chow Delivering reasonably-priced US beef all over Hong Kong, Good Chow provides a large variety of top-quality cuts with detailed descriptions. And if you know nothing about your meat, the website’s Beef School column explains the basics, such as how to store or grill your beef properly. Good Chow delivers to 95 percent of the territory and it’s free for orders greater than $500.

3998-4082, www.goodchow.hk

Gourmet Online If you’re big on steak, Gourmet Online is the location for you: wade through its extensive, and decently priced chilled, frozen or wagyu beef menus and read up on the individual suppliers before you choose. You’ll also find a big poultry and pork selection—plus one of our favorites, the range of premium British sausages.

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Delivery is free for orders of more than $600 across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories. You can also visit the brick-and-mortar store in Tsuen Wan. Room 2103B-C, Nan Fung Centre, 264-298 Castle Peak Rd., 3678-0700, www.gourmet.com.hk

Hing Lung Food Place Established in 1999, Hing Lung Food Place specializes in frozen food and has stores in Sheung Wan (2/F, Hing Lung Commercial Building, 68 Bonham Strand., 2541-5072) and Kowloon Tong (Shop 3A, G/F, Tau Tay Lau, 11B Fa Po St., Yau Yat Chuen, 23369068). There is also a comprehensive online store. You’ll find an array of quality meats, imported seafood and processed foods such as sausages and fish balls that are perfect for barbecues and hotpot. For delivery, a minimum purchase of $500 is required for Hong Kong Island and Kowloon, and $800 for the New Territories and specific areas in Tung Chung. For smaller purchases, home delivery will incur an extra charge of $100. www.meat.com.hk

Home Flavour DIY your own carnivore fest with Home Flavour’s extensive selection of meats— from marinated lamb to homemade

www.homegrownfoods.com.hk

Invisible Kitchen Executive chef Tom Burney has worked with Michelin-starred restaurants and some of the best chefs in the UK, and started Invisible Kitchen in Hong Kong to promote healthy eating by providing easily accessible gourmet ingredients.

Through the online deli, you can purchase foods that may be hard to come by in Hong Kong such as English black pudding or swordfish steak, as well as healthy groceries like family breakfast packs and hormone-free chicken. Too lazy to cook?

Peruse the menu for the chef-made meals and picnic packs delivered right to your door. Free delivery to Hong Kong Island if you spend more than $500. www.invisiblekitchen.com

Jett Foods Whether you’re planning a candle-lit dinner or a big outdoor barbecue, Jett Foods is your go-to shop for finding

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premium beef, lamb, chicken, pork and seafood from all over the world. As an online store, Jett Foods provides all the accessories and marinade ingredients you need for that tasty roast or perfectly cooked steak, from a wide range of spices and condiments to quality olive oils. Score free delivery when you spend more than $500.

fresh oysters from home. Shops are located in Ap Lei Chau, Mid Levels and Happy Valley, but the online store is also fairly extensive and easy to navigate.

Order by 2pm and you’ll get your stuff the next day. Free delivery to Hong Kong Island for purchases over $500, and for most of Kowloon and the New Territories, it’s free for $1,000 and up.

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Various locations including: 1211, Horizon Plaza, 2 Lee Wing St., Ap Lei Chau, 2137-9985, www.pacificgourmet.com.hk

Wagyu Door to Door Yep, it is as simple as it sounds: Wagyu Door to Door allows you to order those high-quality wagyu steaks online so that you can prepare them in the comfort of your own kitchen. You can find both Japanese and US varieties on the website, shabu-shabu slices for hotpots, and also pork, lamb and seafood. Plus you can also pick up condiments, sake, and assorted party packs. Delivery is free for orders above $800 for most locations across Hong Kong. Alternatively, collect from the office in Central (22/F, Bupa Centre, 141 Connaught Rd. West).

2803-0358, www.wagyudoortodoor.com

Meat Market As its name suggests, Meat Market is a carnivore’s dream. The website offers an array of goods, including chilled meats, organic beef, poultry and frozen food, which even comes in handy kids’ portions and value packs. Most of the products are vacuum-sealed to maintain freshness and all deliveries come in environmentally friendly packaging.

Orders of more than $500 are eligible for free delivery in most areas of Hong Kong, with a minimum spend of $700 for free delivery to Discovery Bay, Ma Wan, South Lantau, Sai Kung Country Park and Tung Chung.

8135-1394, www.meatmarket.com.hk

Pacific Gourmet Direct The Pacific Gourmet Direct chain offers meat and seafood that’s imported from Australia each week. This is a good onestop shop for dinner parties and home cookouts, and it even offers oystershucking classes so you can slurp up

Porterhouse Porterhouse boasts the best steaks and ribs in the city, ready for your next barbecue, all delivered to your door in the classy signature red-ribbon packaging (which, by the way, makes for great gifts). Aside from beef, there’s a hefty selection of lamb, chicken, and turkey, as well as gourmet sausages and fresh sustainable seafood from all over the world. Deck out an after-dinner cheese board with Porterhouse’s vast provision of cheeses and ports. Before ordering, do check the daily deals section of the website, because Porterhouse often posts attractive discounts.

2553-3765, www.porterhouse.com.hk

Secret Ingredient Select your favorite recipe from the website, indicate the number of diners, and let the Secret Ingredient team do the rest. The detailed instructions and premeasured, pre-chopped ingredients make this one of the easiest ways to prepare an impressive—and healthy—meal. Prep your next barbecue or dinner party with one of SI’s party packs: They’re sure to bring a dash of sophistication to your meal with zero hassle.

G/F, 32-34 Tai Ping Shan St., Sheung Wan, 2108-4000, www.secretingredient.com.hk

South Stream Seafoods Looking for more surf than turf for your next big dinner gathering? Look no further than South Stream Seafoods for all your shopping needs. As a seafood specialist, it imports the freshest fish, as well as special cuts of meat from Australia and New Zealand. It also carries organic,

gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly ingredients that will be great to complete your dish. Order more than $500 worth of food for free delivery to most of Hong Kong. South Stream will deliver to the Southside, although there’s a $1,000 minimum order for delivery to Shek O. 2555-6200 www.south-stream-seafoods.com

T.C. Deli This Sai Kung deli imports the finest cuts of meat direct from Australia and the US. The deli counter stocks charcuterie, cheeses, olives, organic eggs, antipasto and delicious fresh sourdough bread. It also sells pasta and sauces, and a fantastic, though pricey, range of fresh and organic fruit and vegetables. Plus you’ll find a great selection of frozen seafood.

Shop 10-12B, G/F, Hang Hau Village, Tseung Kwan O, 2358-2332

Tenderloin Fine Foods if you love to gorge on top quality meat and seafood, check out Tenderloin Fine Foods. On top of grass-fed and USDA beef, it also offers more elusive gourmet items such as Dutch milk-fed veal, caviar, crawfish and organic duck. Another reason to shop at Tenderloin: There are always freebies! Spend over $1,000 and receive a frozen chicken for free.

2877-2733, www.tenderloin.com.hk

Three Butchers Not to be confused with the Butchers Club, Three Butchers is a home-chef’s haven, stocking all cuts of meat from lamb racks to whole rib-eye beef. Buy in bulk and receive two Cumberland pork sausage packs for free (and never have to venture into another butcher’s store again!). www.threebutchers.com

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slick beats pulsating throughout the dining room and bar area, you know this is a cool kid’s steakhouse. But there’s substance with the style—the food here is awesome. Priding themselves on sourcing the majority of their ingredients straight from Argentina, these steak veterans know how to please all kinds of beef lovers. With four cuts to suit every tastebud (ranging from $198 to $1,688 in a variety of sizes)—rump, sirloin, fillet and rib eye—and numerous ways to prepare each one, a night at Gaucho is certainly a special event for steak aficionados.

5/F, LHT Tower, 31 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2386-8090

Holytan Grail We’re surprised this place isn’t packed yet. The new-ish Japanese fine-dining steak restaurant Holytan is hiding in plain sight at The Pottinger Hotel in

Central, yet it’s still a secret. We’re here to change that because this place deserves some recognition. As a perfect special occasion restaurant to a business deal power lunch, Holytan’s special beef-cooking ovens should be all the rage. There’s always a set menu ($1,280 per person with the options of add-ons) which is adjusted according to the chef’s choice of salad, soup and dessert.

2/F, The Pottinger, 74 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2351-5808

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L’Entrecote de Paris One of the new contenders to the exploding steak frites scene in Hong Kong is L’Entrecote de Paris, which comes with all the chicness of an Old Parisian Café with vintage light fixings and cushy leather booths. As with the popular format, it’s a no-fuss menu ($268) starting with a simply dressed walnut salad, then a fillet steak cooked to your liking, topped with their special sauce and unlimited fries. During lunch, a half portion of steak is offered at $180.

3/F, 46-48 Wyndham St., Central, 3182-0105

Le Relais de l’Entrecote Check it: steak frites was put on the map by one Parisian restaurant with a very secret recipe for success. And now Le Relais de l’Entrecote—the original gangsters of the steak frites crew--have set up shop in Wan Chai to show all the

other copycats in town who’s boss. They’ve brought their secret sauce, thin-cut fries, tasty house red wine and old school French décor a long way for Hongkongers to get a taste of the real deal. $288 per person for the original starter walnut salad, a hefty amount of fries and fillet smothered in sauce may be a little pricier than its competition, but it is the original.

Zealand sirloin at $298 to 400g of Aussie grass-fed T-bone at $400. Other than the steak and a great selection of burgers and sandwiches, the star of the show has got to be the unique self-serve beer tap that you can order for your own table. Bottoms up!

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The Chop House The Chop House is located at the same building as its well-known cousin Wooloomooloo Prime, but provides a very different vibe: while Prime offers classy views (and tantalizing steaks) from up on high, The Chop house is the downto-earth bro of the steak scene. Grab an unpretentious steak at unpretentious prices, from 200g of grass-fed New

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The fee also includes access to a pool table, board games, bar, lounge and Wi-Fi. Scores are presented on the leader board so the loser can pay for drinks!

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Hong Kong China Rowing Association If you like to be out on the open water and are looking to firm up your arms and abs, you could join one of the many

IAC offers training courses from elementary level (four 2.5-hour lessons with a class size of no more than 16), to progressive and intermediate. Most of the classes are conducted in Cantonese, but some coaches are bilingual. Membership is not essential.

The archery takes place at Kei Lung Wan Service Reservoir, with a practicing distance of 70m. IAC is a non-profit club affiliated with the Hong Kong Archery Association, and also helps organizes the Southern District Archery Competition.

Kei Lung Wan Service Reservoir, Pok Fu Lam, 9801-0830, www.archery.com.hk

Hong Kong Photography Workshop So you think you’ve got the eye for the “decisive moment”? Better get to know your camera first, unless you really like photos of the inside of a lens cap. Teacher and pro photographer Kenneth Lim of the Hong Kong Photography Workshop will get you off on the right foot with a condensed three-hour “Photography 101” class. You’ll learn the most important camera settings and how to apply them to great effect.

Classes take place monthly on weekday evenings ($800, 10 percent off with a friend).

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Homebrewing Workshop Master your own fully stocked bar by learning to brew your own booze. HK Brewcraft has a workshop attached to

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its craft beer shop in Central. Here you’ll be introduced to original flavorings, as well as the whole brewing process—from the raw hops to the final chilled product.

During the three-hour crash course (from $600), you’ll get the ingredients, the kit and helpful tutoring to get you started on your own batch of crafty goodness, all while sampling the store’s different brands of beer. Your brew will have your name all over it, so aim high.

4/F, Kwok Lun Commercial House, 15 Cochrane St., Central, 5925-2739, www.hkbrewcraft.com

Long Coast Sea Sports Tucked away on the picturesque Lower Cheung Sha beach, the Long Coast Sea Sports center has been running a spectrum of water sports since 2004. It offers two-hour private and small-group beginner’s surfing classes ($600-800 per session, including gear), which will have you catching waves before you can say “That’s like, so tubular, dude.” You’ll also find windsurfing, skimboarding, bodyboarding, sailing and kayaking at some of the cheapest prices in Hong Kong.

29 Lower Cheung Sha Village, Lantau Island, 8104-6222, www.longcoast.hk

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MX Club Founded in 1996, the MX Club is a motocross club and racing team that bikes on private terrain in Sheung Shui.

You can rent a wide range of bikes— from dirt bikes to mountain bikes to quads—for one- or two-hour sessions.

Hire is upwards of $80 per hour, dependent on the type of bike you hire.

You can also organize private workshops with the club’s trainers.

Cheung Lek Village, Tong Kung Leng, Sheung Shui, 2668-0948, www.mxclub.com.hk

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Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club Sally forth in 16-foot Stratos dinghies in pursuit of the horizon and your next Hong Kong Sailing Federation certificate. The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club offers popular beginners’ courses in five-session cycles (from $4,926). You

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Kellett Island, Causeway Bay, 2832-2817, www.rhkyc.org.hk

Sideways Driving Club Get into the driving seat at Sideways, a virtual racing center. The 15 networked simulators have heavy-duty gear shifters, realistic steering systems and brake pedals, just like real race cars. Racing action is broadcast onto plasma screens to allow friends and fans to watch the action. You can race against the clock or against each other for speedy competitions. Prices start from $300 for 60 minutes (offpeak) of driving through to $1,200 for three hours (peak). There’s a bar for spectators as well as a snack menu.

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Baby Pak Choi

A pregnancy column with Sarah Fung

The Pak Choi Has Sprouted She’s here! She’s here! And now this page transforms from a column about pregnancy to a column about parenting. The first couple of months were a blur of nappies and nipple cream, but now that she’s 11 weeks old (and I’m regrettably back at my desk), I feel just about ready to start writing again. On my personal blog, I’ve written about my birth experience (tiny.cc/ pakchoibirth) and what you need to know about having a baby at the Queen Mary (tiny.cc/queenmary), but for my maiden outing as a newly minted List Magazine mama, I thought I would talk about my observations on being a new parent: Maternal guilt forevermore

The poo-obsessed mum stereotype exists for a reason

The other day, Daddy Pak Choi and I spent an entire cab ride earnestly discussing the consistency, frequency and volume of the Baby Pak Choi’s stool (she’d been constipated for a day).

You laugh, but if your kid has poop The first couple of months dysfunction, it scares the crap out of you, so to speak. I never thought were a blur of nappies I’d be so happy and relieved to see and nipple cream a deluge of yellow goo cascading over the top of a nappy, but there you go. Motherhood.

An abbreviated list of things I have already felt guilty about: Leaving Baby Pak Choi in the hospital crèche from 4am to 8am so I could get some sleep; forgetting to burp her after an enormous feed, causing her to puke up her entire meal; taking her to the pub (twice); being too scared to cut her fingernails and making her wear scratch mitts for weeks on end; when the doctor told me that she had lost more of her birth weight than they like and made me feel like I was starving her; spilling rice on her head when trying to eat one-handed; accidentally referring to her as “it.” The list goes on.

Breastfeeding sucks You can’t win ‘em all. After a fairly straightforward pregnancy and the kind of labor that makes me seriously consider renting out my womb to eccentric Hong Kong tycoons, breastfeeding bit me on the ass.

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Why does no one talk about how hard it is!? It’s painful, it’s frustrating for mum and baby alike, and unlike labor, there’s no end in sight. The best tip I ever received was to buy a package with a lactation consultant. Preempting the drama and booking in advance meant that I didn’t have to make a panic-stricken, teary phone call after being up all night with a hungry baby.

It’s awesome!

I was worried about whether I’d actually like parenthood; so many mums and dads seem to have nothing pleasant to say about it. I know it’s not been long, but I’ve found myself seriously enjoying spending time with my little sprout. I’ve been enjoying it so much in fact that I’m kind of waiting for the other shoe to drop and for it to turn into the sleep-deprived purgatory I’ve heard so much about, which mercifully hasn’t happened yet. Hurrah for babies!

Follow Sarah’s parenting journey at babypakchoi.tumblr.com.

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Starlit Art Space Sugo Sushi The 9th Muse The Beauty Wave Studio The Body Group The Feel Good Factor The Helena May Library The Herbivores The Putman The Vitality Center TIKKA Toni & Guy U.S. Consulate Volume H.E.A.T Wagyu Wagyu Lounge XTC Gelato Yo Mama

MID-LEVELS/ THE PEAK Bamboo Grove Clubhouse Bowen’s Lookout Bubba Gump Dymocks - Bonham Rd. Hillsborough Court Il Bel Paese K-Town Bar & Grill

Ladies’ Recreation Club Mier Serviced Apartments OrangeTree Queen’s Garden Seymour The Peak Lookout Restaurant The Royal Court Tregunter Clubhouse YWCA English Speaking Members Department

ADMIRALTY Café Zambra Grappa’s Proway Relocation & Real Estate Services

WANCHAI Bar 109 Baron School of Music - HKAC - Lockhart Rd.

Classified Dymocks - Hopewell Centre Flying Pan Hotel Indigo Iyara Spa Let’s Spa Marriott Properties Maya Café Oliver’s Super Sandwiches Oolaa Petite Pomme Spring Learning Tamarind The Charterhouse VIM Pilates Studio Yo Mama - Star St.

CAUSEWAY BAY/ JARDINE’S LOOKOUT/ TAIKOO SHING Anne Marie Laboratoire Brecht’s Circle Brookfield Global Relocation Services CitySuper Classified -Tai Hang Dickens Bar Escapade Sports

Fleur de Sel Jeeves of Belgravia Oliver’s Super Sandwiches Outback Steakhouse Park N Shop - Jardine’s Lookout Quarry Bay School The Herbivores The Warren Yo Mama -Taikoo Shing Yo Mama - Windsor House

HAPPY VALLEY Classified Craigowner Cricket Club Movieland Park N Shop The Jockey

ISLAND SOUTH Aberdeen Marina Club Classified - Stanley Colour My World Dymocks Flex Studio Hong Kong Cricket Club Indigo - Horizon Plaza - The Repulse Bay LoveThat Lifestyle Mirth Om World - Ap Lei Chau Estate - Cyberport

Park N Shop - Aberdeen Boat Club - Baguio Villa - Chi Fu Superstore - Parkview - Stanley

Parkview Spa & Resort Sense ofTouch Shambala / Café Piatti Spices Tequila Kola The Boathouse TREE Victoria Recreation Club

TSIM SHA TSUI Bombay Dreams Castro’s Bar

CitySuper Delaney’s EastsideTavern Kowloon Cricket Club Morgan Stanley Outback Steakhouse Papi Starbucks (LCX) Swindon Books

OTHER KOWLOON D2 Place D’Oro Private Club,The Cullinan Dressed Forfar Kadoorie Hill Oliver’s Super Sandwiches -Telford Plaza Oliver’s Super Sandwiches - Enterprise Square 3 Royal Plaza Hotel United Services Recreation Club Waterfront Bar &Terrace

SAI KUNG Classified Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club Firenze Ristorante Jaspa’s Park N Shop Clear Water Bay Pepperoni’s Piccolos Sense ofTouch

DISCOVERY BAY Discovery Bay Residents Club Dymocks Park N Shop Watson’s Wine Cellar

OTHER NEW TERRITORIES CitySuper - NewTown Plaza Courtyard Marriott Sha Tin King’s Belly