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Named one of the world's best new hotels for 2011 in the Condé Nast Traveller UK Hot List 2011, there is butler service in all of the 10 individually themed suites ranging in size from 800 to 1100 square feet, with airy private terraces and spectacular views. Designed to encapsulate Hong Kong's rich heritage and history, its five dining and entertainment areas include a British style pub, the Mariners' Rest. Originally a drinking place for visiting seamen and working policemen it also houses the Headquarters' original goal cells. Almost eclipsing this splendour are the menus created by French Michelin star executive chef Philippe Orrico, who presides over Hullett House's signature fine dining restaurant, St George. One of his gastronomic creations contains a tiny jus bomb within a colourful tomato and red fruit salad that goes pop in the mouth and a peach dessert that appears to float in mid air above the bowl. The JW Marriott Hong Kong's Riedel Room @ Q88 (pronounced Reedel) may not be the cheapest place for drinks in Hong Kong but its uniqueness and the experience make it all worthwhile. Here you can dine and wine and learn what a difference a glass makes during their regular Riedel signature glass and wine tastings. Demonstrated by wine industry experts, they show how the same wine will taste and smell distinctively different simply based on the shape and size of the limited edition Riedel Sommelier Series crystal glassware. With around 40 wines to choose from by the glass and 170 by the bottle, carefully selected from around the world, the Room is designed to keep even the most experienced wine drinkers amused and coming back for more. One of the highlights of this chic venue is the Riedel Room's private suite and the elaborate 33,540 piece crystal chandelier that drapes from the ceiling. When only the best will do, Hong Kong is surely worth the tasting. travel&living 85 One of Kowloon's remarkable reincarnations is the design led Hullett House, an oasis in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui. Seriously impressive both as a hotel and as a venue for drinks and dinner, the converted 1818 site is one of the four oldest surviving government buildings in Hong Kong and was formerly the Marine Police Headquarters.