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Hong Kong; A Quintessentially night on the town

To the uninitiated, Hong Kong is an overwhelming jumble of twisty streets, narrow buildings and teeming market stalls. Businessmen, expats and local traders mingle among a confusing collection of skyscrapers, quirky local stores and premium global brands. 

With a philosophy that insists that life is too short to waste time on second best, Quintessentially Hong Kong addresses the mystery by offering us a window into the enviable lifestyle of Hong Kong’s privileged. An eclectic city that can be tailored to all tastes, our fabulously foxy Quintessentially host – the aptly named Fiona Foxon - artfully guides us through the rabbit warren of streets to discover hidden laneway treasures, private members clubs and hedonistically playful party places. 
Quintessentially's Fiona Foxon & Avey Cortes
Peach & Rose Daquiri at Soiree
Our first stop is a cocktail at Soiree, a stylishly shabby-chic bar frequented by the genetically blessed and sartorially winning. Soiree’s signature cocktail, the Peach and Rose daiquiri, manages to present itself as a dessert, a work of art and a floral tribute in one. With a generous chocolate rim, the smoothie texture of the peach is enhanced by the subtle scent of rose emanating from the rich concoction. Comfortable on the intimate leather lounges, it is tough to wrench ourselves away until we discover our exclusive dinner destination. 

Rachel Jacques at Cipriani
Cipriani Hong Kong is a private members dining club which opened in 2003, a branch of the internationally renowned empire of restaurants around the world. Opened by David Tang and Giuseppe Cipriani, the Hong Kong location prides itself on serving high quality, traditional Italian food to illustrious guests. Counting the likes of Bill Clinton among their regular guests, the impeccable service, flowing wine and warm flavours gave us a taste of the international standards of premium Hong Kong living.

Gauging our predilection for cocktails and dancing, Fiona suggests a post-dinner visit to the Kee Club, a venue that claims to “embrace people from all walks of life – from business professionals to social butterflies”. The Quintessentially name is our passport to the VIP tables, where the gentlemen opt for espresso martinis while the ladies go for lychee. The décor and service scream luxury, while the Friday night crowd is amped for a party. A mesmerising display of unsubtle wealth and glamour, Kee is currently the “hands down - place to be” on Hong Kong island according to our guides. 
Cocktails at Kee
Whether one falls into the camp of “business professional or social butterfly”, no visit to Hong Kong is complete without a foray into Lan Kwai Fong (LKF), the hub of the island’s late night party scene. Awash with activity and beats at 2am, many an expat escapade has taken place on the colourful, narrow street. Our last Quintessentially stop is at a bouncing club named Fly - complete with shots of coffee patrone, cheesy 80s music revving up the dance floor, and a rowdy crowd spilling onto the street. 

Between hidden wine bars, private clubs and popular discos, our Quintessentially Hong Kong night gives us a window into the fast-paced lifestyle that characterises the city. Often touted as the New York of Asia, the bewildering variety of places to discover with limited time reminds us that life is, indeed, too short for second best.

Quintessentially is global Private Members' Club with 24/7 Concierge Services and exclusive member benefits.  Lifeafterfive* was a guest of Quintessentially Hong Kong.

24 comments:

  1. What an awesome post and an awesome night in HK! Can't wait to do it again! - Rachel

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  2. she is indeed fabulously foxy :)

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  3. Hasn't got much to do with Hong Kong. One in five of its citizens live in poverty, most of the rest overwork to scrape by. This organization represent a rich, selfish, vain and shallow minority whose empty lives consist of buying stuff.

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  4. well said Benjamin. rich people acting the part. are we supposed to be impressed?

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  5. Funny how people with wealth are all to quick to be labeled as selfish and vain... these people may have worked 3 jobs to put themselves through university and gain their qualifications? Who cares what somes financial status is ... if their successful and hard working then they deserve every bit of it ... you're just jealous that you never applied yourself at anything in life.

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  6. I think poverty is a strong word to be touting around, maybe low income. I'm from africa, go there and you'll see poverty! This organisation is a perfect fit for the global lifestyle many have nowadays. A great lifestyle support system in foreign lands. Brilliant!

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  7. Diane RubizhevskyFebruary 24, 2012

    fantastic tour- love HK and all it has to offer thanks Fiona

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  9. Danz, can't believe you know Fiona! Not sure if she remembers me, but realized we were at CIS together in HK and we even did gymnastics together! How strange!

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