Épure

Review

In Hong Kong, top quality dining experiences often lurk in the unlikeliest places—and such is the case with Épure, which sits tucked away in Tsim Sha Tsui’s behemoth mall of Harbour City. With a lavish pink-and-gold interior and becalmed hushed atmosphere, the restaurant feels worlds away from the mall’s hordes of frantic shoppers—and chef Nicolas Boutin’s thoughtful range of tasting menus are just as transportive. It’s clear that every element of Boutin’s dishes has been carefully considered, with inspired details that layer dimension and depth; from the juicy sweetness of an heirloom tomato sparking off against the sharp piquancy of pickled onions, to a buttery meltingly- tender wagyu beef tenderloin enhanced by the umami-richness of a seaweed-infused jus, this is sophisticated cooking that expertly balances classic techniques with contemporary verve. Desserts are also brilliant, displaying exciting contrasts of textures and flavours that seamlessly complement Boutin’s savoury dishes. Épure’s wine pairings elevate affairs even further, with similar attention to detail having gone into selecting the finest tipples to enhance your dishes.

Tatler Tip

Make sure you save room for Épure’s excellent bread selection– the cheese croissant in particular is sublime.