We first went to Madam Sixty Ate for drinks and were immediately impressed by its quirky, lounge-like vibe. The wine list includes a good selection of reds and whites, such as Paul Jaboulet Aine's Rhone Valley Syrah. And any restaurant that serves Hungarian Tokaji is a winner.

The dining room boasts a sunny terrace overlooking Wanchai. An open kitchen lets us see what the chefs were up to, and though more restrained than the lounge, the decor included plenty of surreal art. We loved the wordy menu with its whimsical descriptions and the Alice in Wonderland feeling was further reinforced as every dish offers wine pairings.

Dishes were well balanced in flavors and textures, though use of foam was a tad too enthusiastic.

Shop 8, 1/F The Podium, J Senses, 60 Johnston Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong. 852-2527-2558.