Dining updates: New Dim Sum Bar in Taipei and buffet deals in Hong Kong

Dining establishments in Taipei and Hong Kong are introducing new culinary concepts and promotional offers.

In Taipei, 85TD at Taipei 101 has launched a new Dim Sum Bar. The concept integrates traditional Cantonese dim sum, roast meats, and Cantonese cuisine with modern mixology. Chef Pai Chin-ching and bartender Benson have collaborated to create pairings that draw inspiration from Hong Kong culinary memories, such as French toast and milk tea, while incorporating Taiwanese ingredients like tea and local fruits. The venue features a redesigned layout including a bar area and a specialized dim sum tasting menu.

In Hong Kong, the PLAYT buffet at the Park Lane Hotel in Causeway Bay is offering promotional discounts. Available deals include a ‘buy two get one free’ offer for weekday lunches and dinners, with prices starting as low as HK$218 per person when combined with specific discount codes. The buffet features various seafood options, including oysters and snow crab legs.