If you’re looking for ways to spend the end of October outside of Manila, consider a short trip to our neighboring Hong Kong to explore the city’s upcoming Wine & Dine Festival. Presented by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the festival celebrates the SAR’s vibrant culinary and drinking scene, allowing attendees to discover and experience hundreds of restaurants and bars. From October 23 to 27, this five-day event will be held at the Central Harbourfront Event Space, showcasing 300 booths where you can sample a variety of food and drinks, as well as enjoy live entertainment against the stunning backdrop of Victoria Harbour.
Wines from all over the world, including spirits, will be available at the festival grounds, and visitors can enjoy cocktails crafted by top bartenders and bars, including Cantonese bar Kinsman and award-winning tea-centric bar Tell Camellia.
Over 100 booths will be dedicated to the culinary world, where award-winning restaurants will showcase their dishes, including exclusive bites created specifically for the event. Explore Chinese dishes from Michelin-starred restaurant Forum, as well as Hong Kong Cuisine 1983. Those who want to learn more about beverages and gastronomy can join masterclasses led by renowned chefs and sommeliers.
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The festival opens on Wednesday, October 23, from 7:30pm to 11pm. On Thursday, October 24, and Friday, October 25, the hours will be from 4pm 11pm. The event continues on Saturday, October 26, and Sunday, October 27, with hours from 12pm to 11pm.
Admission to the festival starts at HK$40 per person. Full-time students, children aged three to twelve, individuals with disabilities, and seniors aged 65 and older can purchase tickets for only HK$20 each. Tasting passes start at HK$240, which includes access to the festival and eight tokens for sampling food and drinks at the event.
Get your tickets today via Klook. Visit discoverhongkong.com for more details.
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