Hong Kong’s new openings, from an izakaya to a trattoria

Hong Kong can never get enough of Japanese fare, as the opening of yet another izakaya proves. Blending the warmth of a Japanese pub with sleek interiors, Yujo features a menu focused on sashimi and the robata grill, as well as playful takes on Japanese classics such as squid risotto nero and stuffed chicken wings with foie gras.

This beloved Japanese dessert brand has opened its first permanent store in Hong Kong, at Hysan Place. Known for its unique cheesecake formula that combines baked and half-baked textures, Mr. Cheesecake is introducing new flavours such as matcha and cream brew coffee in convenient, to-go cups. Don’t miss out on freshly baked treats such as caramel hojicha financiers and the Earl Grey snowball cookies.

One of the first restaurants to open in the East Kowloon Cultural Centre, this casual trattoria offers a fresh take on Italian cuisine, blending traditional flavours with local ingredients. Diners can expect the likes of octopus rigatoni with XO sauce and red shrimp pasta with Huadiao wine in a classic, unpretentious setting.