Hong Kong’s new openings, from Japanese-Italian pasta to pho-inspired cocktails

ZozzonaJapanese-Italian pasta bar Zozzona. Photo: ZozzonaChef Takayuki Kumai’s new pasta bar blends Italian classics with Japanese flavours through the tradition of itameshi, with highlights such as the Okinawa seaweed zeppole and the rigatoni alla zozzona, the dish that gave the restaurant its name. The lasagne verde, layered with Hokkaido salmon and miso cream, is ideal for sharing over a glass of vino or sake.

G/F, 29-31 Hillwood Road, Tsim Sha Tsui

Urban Coffee RoasterUrban Coffee Roaster’s coffee eggnog and Bon Blessing Irish coffee. Photo: Urban Coffee RoasterThis home-grown cafe brand has landed at Hong Kong International Airport’s Terminal 1, bringing its freshly roasted speciality coffee to travellers alongside new creations such as the coffee eggnog, inspired by local egg tarts, and the speciality yuen yeung, a twist on the classic cha chaan teng coffee-tea blend. Two new protein shakes and a pineapple bun with coffee butter also offer a local taste before take-off.

Shop 6W570A (near Gate 40), Level 6, West Departures Hall, Terminal 1, Hong Kong International Airport, Chek Lap Kok

Bistro Hoi AnBistro Hoi An’s Go with the Pho cocktail. Photo: Bistro Hoi An

After a successful debut in Tuen Mun, Bistro Hoi An has expanded to Civic Square in Tsim Sha Tsui’s Elements mall, commanding two storeys styled with atmospheric Indochinese elements. The menu blends Hoi An’s history as a port city and a former French colony with savoury dishes such as the honey pomelo prawn salad and the Hoi An suckling pig. Wash it all down with inventive cocktails featuring juniper, Vietnamese pepper and black tea.