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Lisa Cam
Lisa Cam
Hong Kong
Senior Reporter, Culture
Lisa is the host and producer of SCMP's Eat Drink Asia video series and enjoys reporting all things about food, travel and anything in between. At the end of the day, she likes nothing more than kicking back with a good dose of true crime podcasts and cooking tried-and-true recipes from sticky old cookbooks.

Japanese-Italian fusion, pizzas with Chinese toppings, Hong Kong street food with a modern twist, Indian restaurants, and a pop-up bar with a ball pit are among the new June offerings in Hong Kong.

Italian dessert and fine-dining restaurant chain Cova is celebrating its 30th anniversary in Hong Kong with a limited-edition riff on its mango dome cake, and a five-course fine-dining menu.

Hong Kong’s Lee Kum Kee sauces get a fresh spin in three new items on the menu at US ramen chain Kyuramen, including omelette rice with oyster sauce, and a miso ramen with Chiu Chow-style chilli crisp.

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Bjoern Alexander, once of Whisk! and the Island Shangri-La in Hong Kong, has overcome a life-changing injury to open Charcoal Bar, an open-fire restaurant where the German chef’s creativity shines through.

Fans of single malt Scotch whisky can savour cocktails at The Macallan Whisky Bar & Lounge at Galaxy Macau created to mark the Macallan distillery’s 200th year. Old bottles of whisky are on show too.

A favourite of celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain, Balinese roast pork, known as babi guling, was once served only at religious celebrations and weddings, but is now sold in restaurants across Bali.

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Sima Taparia, aka Sima Auntie, is the star of Netflix show Indian Matchmaking. She talks to the Post about helping young people find love, her own marriage and why she always stops for photos with fans.

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Hong Kong diners are spoiled for choice for new restaurants to try in May. Here are 10 must-visit places that serve Japanese favourites, Korean chicken, banh mi, Singaporean pizza and more.

The inaugural Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards saw more than 700 submissions from nearly 200 wineries, with prizes for best wine overall and in categories for red, white, sweet, best value and more.

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Isaac McHale, the chef behind two-Michelin-star The Clove Club in London, was in Hong Kong recently, and spoke about why he loves the city, and the painstaking process behind his signature sardine dish.

A look at Ekin Cheng’s journey from actor and Cantopop star to husband to actress Yoyo Mung – and the public romances that made him a tabloid magnet and drew public criticism.

Acclaimed chef Alain Ducasse reveals why he isn’t thinking of opening another restaurant in Hong Kong, and his hopes of earning a third Michelin star for his Macau restaurant Alain Ducasse at Morpheus.

From a newly opened themed complex that pays tribute to 1960s and 70s Rome to a favourite dim sum restaurant’s revival, 12 of the best new restaurants and bars to try in Hong Kong.

Nicholas Tse, the son of actor Patrick Tse Yin and actress Deborah Lee, has not just had a successful singing and acting career, he also founded a restaurant chain and a post-production company.

From Easter egg hunts and family games on the beach to a petting zoo and face painting, nine of the best Easter long weekend brunches on offer in Hong Kong.

Cuban-born artist Wifredo Lam spent time in France and Spain in the 1920s and 30s, and his surreal paintings, given a solo show in Hong Kong for the first time, reflect his multicultural influences.

A Michelin-star French restaurant, a Japanese spot led by a chef on the rise, a Nordic fusion place – 10 fine-dining date night options at price points lower than those of Hong Kong’s top restaurants.

Restaurants at the Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong and The Londoner Macao earn second stars, Cristal Room by Ann-Sophie Pic, Feuille, Mora, Racines and Chef Tam’s Seasons among others earn first Michelin stars.

EDM artists Gioli & Assia talk about touring the world, their chemistry with audiences, and how to react to countries that are prejudiced towards LGBTQ performers like them.

Hong Kong is known for the eye-watering prices of its high-end, and the US$230 Sazerac cocktail at the newly opened Qura Bar is up there with the most outrageous. The Post gives it the taste test.

Iconic Hong Kong restaurant Jimmy’s Kitchen has reopened in Central’s Pedder Building with a new look, slimmed-down menu and large wine list, following its closure in 2020 after 92 years in business.

A Korean artist born in Japan channels childhood trauma for her work, including chandeliers she creates by upcycling discarded items including toys and dolls.

From a newly opened Hokkien restaurant in the Island Shangri-La hotel to an artisan vegan bakery and bar, here are nine of the best restaurants and bars opening in Hong Kong in March 2024.

Singaporean chain Chatterbox Express has partnered with Chen’s Mapo Tofu to offer a range of Japanese-adapted Sichuan dishes in Hong Kong, including mapo tofu, dan dan noodles and popcorn chicken.

International wine club 67 Pall Mall has launched its first membership programme in Hong Kong, and for an annual fee of US$1,900, members can access high-end events and tastings in the city.