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The renowned designer established her restaurant chain to promote cuisine from her French roots. Try the bouchot mussels and roasted duck leg confit and you won’t need to visit a Parisian bistro for a while. Shop 33, UG, Festival Walk, 80 Tat Chee Ave, Kowloon Tong, 2265 7680. Dinner for one: around $350.

Alfie’s
Located in the Alfred Dunhill store in the heart of Central, this joint venture by KEE Club serves up classic dishes from the UK. Enjoy the restaurant’s famous Angus steak and chips, or just pop in for a martini in between lazy weekend shopping. M18-19, Prince’s Bldg, 10 Chater Rd, Central, 2530 4422. Lunch for one: around $200.

Armani Bar
With furnishings as chic and upscale as the fashion brand itself, it’s easy to lose yourself in the modernity of this sleek lounge. One notable dish is the scallop carpaccio, a popular choice among the regulars. 2/F, Chater House, 11 Chater Rd, Central, 2805 0028. Dinner for one: around $350.

Brother and Sister
This café was set up by siblings Gilbert and Cindy Yeung to integrate hip watches, sneakers and limited-edition accessories from around the globe. After browsing through the store, patrons can sip cocktails or coffee and enjoy a light lunch on plush black leather seats. Shop B-02, B/F, 1881 Heritage, 2A Canton Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2369 1991. Lunch for one: around $100.

Café Costa
Located inside Lane Crawford, the café’s signature seafood is to be savoured with a panoramic view of Victoria Harbour. Mediterranean delights such as organic spinach and goat’s cheese salad and eggs en cocotte are popular. Vegetarians are also well looked after. Shop 3025-26, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St, Central, 2118 7600. Dinner for one: around $250.

Forest Bird
Anyone addicted to the lethal combination of a hearty Javanese blend and quality clothing should direct their attention to this coffee shop. Forest Bird stocks boutique clothing and jewellery from designers like Bruno Pieters and Rue du Mail. The cappuccinos are particularly recommended. G/F, 39 Staunton St, Soho, Central, 2810 1166. Cappuccino: around $30.

Harvey Nichols Fourth Floor Restaurant & Bar
Nothing says fusion better than the interior’s blend of beautiful Chinese colours and slick European style. Modern European dishes made from the freshest produce are ready to order as you admire the sleek décor inside. 4/F, Harvey Nichols, The Landmark, 15 Queen’s Rd, Central, 3695 3389. Dinner for one: around $250.

Initial Café
You can enjoy the decent interior design while sipping away and eyeing the vintage-like clothes in the boutique store at the back. It stocks top brands such as Penkov and Crash and Burn, and the accessories label Torai du Monde. Shop 2, G/F, 48 Cameron Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2311 4223. Lunch set for one: around $80.

JFT Lounge
Modeled after Japan’s stylish Shibuya-109 complex, JFT features Japanese fashion brands such as Delyle and Roen. The lounge inside offers a wide choice of lattes, cocktails and small snacks for your enjoyment. While you’re at it, feel free to make use of the Wi-Fi. 2/F, JFT, 108-120 Percival St, Causeway Bay, 2168 0000. Coffee for one: around $30.

Kapok
Situated on trendy Star Street, this boutique-and-coffee shop features high ceilings inside and alfresco seats outside. They showcase design books, magazines and CDs. On the fashion front, expect assorted accessories and clothing from local and foreign brands. 5 St. Francis Yd, Wan Chai, 2549 9254. Coffee and cakes: around $60.