29th October 2025 – (Hong Kong) Conceived by Cathy Chui Lee, Peridot rises on the 38th floor of The Henderson as a lofty sanctuary where boundary‑pushing mixology, fermentation‑driven vegetarian cuisine and immersive design intersect above Central’s skyline. Chui Lee — a Hong Kong philanthropist and arts patron known for championing child welfare, education and community initiatives — brings her creative direction to the venue, which pairs terroir‑led cocktails with a fully plant‑based menu in a surreal, lime‑green space overlooking the city. She is married to Martin Lee Ka‑shing, chairman of Henderson Land Development and the second son of the company’s founder, Lee Shau‑kee. Open Monday to Saturday for lunch, afternoon service, evening and late‑night pours, the new destination occupies Summit 38 with wraparound city views and a mood that shifts from daylight elegance to after‑dark verve. Live performances from Thursday to Saturday — featuring a pianist, internationally recognised saxophonist Veronika Semylit and a late‑night DJ roster — sustain a soulful tempo through to 2am. The venue is closed on Sundays.
At the bar, Director of Beverage François Cavelier unveils a quarterly Global Terroir Cocktail Programme that traces the geography, climate and soils shaping spirits and their cultures. The inaugural chapter journeys to Kagoshima, the Kyushu coastal city renowned for sweet potatoes and artisanal shochu nurtured by the volcanic soils of Sakurajima. Craft details extend to Satsuma Kiriko glassware and Tateno Pottery, enriching the narrative. Signature serves include The 3 a.m. Whisky, which layers Kanosuke single malt with Maillard black apple decoction, Dolin rouge vermouth and a touch of Kanosuke whisky yuzu chocolate for a lingering apple‑malt finish; Nude Study, a citrus‑pepper portrait balancing Akayane Yuzushu and Ketel One with Timur pepper cordial and hot bitters beneath a Japanese citrus cloud; and Durian’s Consent, where Musang King’s perfumed funk is cradled by Daiyame 40% Imo Shochu, Havana Club 3‑year and Wray & Nephew Overproof. Beyond terroir‑led creations, collectors will encounter a trove of rare and small‑batch bottles, ranging from vintage single malts to artisanal agave spirits, with select labels available for next‑day delivery.
The culinary programme, devised by Argentinian chef‑artist Lisandro Illa — whose résumé includes Noma and Popl — reframes indulgence through plants, with intricate fermentations and preparations often exceeding 48 hours. His repertoire spans refined bar snacks and three‑ or four‑course lunch tastings, transforming familiar ingredients into unexpected luxuries such as cashew‑ and pine‑nut cheeses, fruit‑based charcuterie and watermelon “cold cuts”. Standouts include Earth and Sea Caviars, Golden Sparassis crispa Mushroom Fries and the signature Fleshy Fruits Cold Cuts, a multisensory study in texture, aroma and time. Lunch menus progress from Koji Carrot Pumpkin Ginger Soup to Asado Mushroom with Chimichurri Forest and Chorizo Tempeh, championing both flavour and a thoughtful approach to well‑being.
Design is central to the experience. Studio Paolo Ferrari realises a vision of Natural Futurism in surreal lime‑green, where softly glowing, steel‑capped frosted cylinders cloak walls and ceilings and more than 20,000 hand‑finished lights refract across sculptural marble, polished steel and high‑gloss lacquer. A green marble bar anchors the room, backed by a bespoke stainless‑steel and marble bottle display, while plush mohair alcoves and textured seating cultivate intimacy. A light‑green grand piano provides the visual heartbeat, as the space oscillates between gallery‑like serenity and nocturnal sparkle.
More than a bar or restaurant, Peridot reads as a sky‑level salon where storytelling, hospitality and design intersect, setting a fresh benchmark for Asia’s cocktail culture by pairing terroir‑driven drinks with plant‑based haute cuisine in a cinematic setting. Practical details include opening hours from Monday to Saturday — lunch from noon to 2.30pm afternoon service from 3pm to 5pm, evening from 6pm to 10pm and late night from 10pm to 2am — with closure on Sundays. Peridot is located at 38/F, Summit 38, The Henderson, 2 Murray Road, Central, Hong Kong. For reservations and enquiries, visit https://peridothk.com/ or call +852 9722 8388.
