Elegant Living

The March/April issue of Lonny is out and as always I found design inspirations. These interiors are elegant and glamorous but still maintain a lived-in feeling.

All images from lonnymag.com

Not Your Typical Camera Bag

Kate Spade has redefined the camera bag. I fell in love with it instantly - so preppy and whimsical!

Image from Kate Spade

Black & White

I love the drama of black and white. The stark contrast is just so appealing.

Image from lonnymag.com

Red Carpet Faves

These are my favorites from the Oscars red carpet:

Mila Kunis perfectly draped in Elie Saab

Amy Adams embodied a starry night in a navy sequin L'Wren Scott cap sleeve gown

Gwyneth Paltrow looked like an Oscar statuette herself in Calvin Klein by Francisco Costa.

Images from moviefone.com

My Favorite Things

These are a few of my favorite things. They were all given as gifts which makes them even more precious. I could lose them all but not my engagement ring. It's simply irreplaceable.

My Favorite Things on Polyvore.com

Burberry trench coat, $1,095
Tory Burch ballet shoes, $195
Hermes bangle, $660
Diamond engagement ring, $6,999
Black MacBook
Leica D-Lux 5 Camera, 900 EUR
Cartier Tank Francaise, $3,875
Apple iPhone 4

Thoughtful Nooks

Loving these thoughtful nooks where one can create, daydream, and relax. See them in Marie Claire Maison, February-March 2011 issue.

Opus Grill

The best meal of my life. How's that for an opening line? I can't really say it any other way. Their David Blackmore wagyu still haunts me. Every steak I have eaten before and after simply can't compete. To say we enjoyed their Degustation Menu is an understatement. Service was friendly and impeccable. I called an hour before to reserve a table for 7:30 pm and was surprised to be accommodated. It wasn't until around 9pm when the whole place filled up. The clientele was a mix of the Hong Kong glamorous set and expats. This is a classy place for grown ups, although I did see a baby sleeping in a pram.

House Smoked ‘Kinboshi Sagabuta’ Pork-Belly

Opus Appetizer Sampler

Jamón Ibérico Bruschetta

24 month aged Jamón Ibérico, diced organic

Australian tomato, toasted bacon baguette

Semolina - Crisped Rougie Foie Gras

Apple & grapefruit jam, curry ‘crunchies’, 

Sauternes reduction

Cornflake - Crusted Hokkaido Scallops

Chorizo, sweet & sour onions, grilled corn puree

Opus Prawn Cocktail Twist

Iceberg, cocktail sauce, lemon wedge

HK$298

Degustation Menu

with wine pairing

HK$1,388

JB’s Chopped Salad

Iceberg & Romaine, artichoke & palm hearts, bacon, roquefort, chopped egg, onion, olives, semi dried tomatoes, capers, honey mustard dressing

Frothy Lobster Bisque

Velvety, richly flavoured, Lobster knuckles, 
fennel hash, saffron oil

Hand-Cut Beef Tartare

Green olive dressing, 

bread & butter pickles 

and matchstick fries

4 oz. David Blackmore

Australian Full Blood Wagyu Flat Iron Steak

Grilled asparagus, cherry tomato skewer

4 oz. Bryan Flannery

California Private Reserve 45 Day Dry-Aged New York Strip Grilled sweet corn stew, roast garlic

Cheese Platter

Next time, I will enjoy the full sized David Blackmore wagyu. Aaah but next time can't come soon enough!

I highly recommend the Opus Grill for special occasions.

Opus Grill & Lounge

7/F LKF Tower
33 Wyndham Street
Central
Hong Kong
Reservations: +852 2526 2366