7 Boticario
Be transported back in time at Boticario, a brand-new restaurant and bar inspired by 1920s Buenos Aires. In keeping with its name—which means apothecary in Portuguese—Boticario’s earth-toned colour palette and dark timber fittings exude vintage pharmacy vibes. The Mediterranean and South American menu is similarly on-theme, with dishes such as the signature smoked pork shoulder with jalapeño sliced onion ($208) listed under “Main Remedies”.
Starting now, Boticario’s well-stocked bar is also going to be serving limited-edition Christmas cocktails to get you pumped up for the season. Indulge in a little Christmas cosiness with Boticario’s mulled wine and cookie ($98), a heady cocktail of cinnamon, vanilla, mandarin, dried bananas and apricot brandy which comes with a freshly baked gingerbread cookie on the side. For something a little more complex and medicinal, try the Emoliente ($98), which features a shot of pisco or cognac complemented with toasted barley, flax seeds, lemongrass, dried grass, and horsetail (which is a herb—we checked).
Boticario, G05 & UG15, G/F, Tsim Sha Tsui Centre, 66 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 2765 0800
Opening hours: Temporarily closed until 23 December