A global bar pop-up celebration at Lobster Bar this October

This October, Lobster Bar at Island Shangri-La Hong Kong, led by Bar Manager Elmo Li, welcomes two world-class guest shifts in celebration of The World’s 50 Best Bars arriving in the city.

On 7 October, Guangzhou’s trailblazing Hope & Sesame (ranked No. 7 in Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025 and named Mainland China’s Best Bar) takes over with its innovative, science-driven cocktails by co-founders Andrew Ho and Tommy Lee. On 9 October, Barcelona’s acclaimed Paradiso brings its signature creativity and energy for an unforgettable evening.

Hope & Sesame Takeover Menu

HK$168 per glass

• Negroni 8.0 – Solisca Blanco, Ratten Pepper, Lavender, Butter Milk Eisbock, Herb, Butterfly Pea
• Truffle Banana – Torres 15 Years Brandy, Truffle Banana Bread Wine, Cinnamon, Clove, Apple Wood, Caramel
• Holzer-Tini – Holzer Original Fernet Bitter, London Dry Gin, Sauvignon Blanc, Phoenix Dancong Tea, Citrus
• Dirty & Sour – Iichiko, Oolong, Ginger, Mediterranean Syrup, Olive, Citrus

Paradiso (Barcelona) – Guest Shift: 9 October, 7pm onwards
Barcelona’s Paradiso, ranked No. 10 on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2024, is celebrated for its theatrical cocktails and progressive ethos. Hidden behind a fridge door in a pastrami shop, it showcases creations like the Supercool Martini, made with “supercooled” ice, and the Universe cocktail served in a glowing sphere—blending science, art, and spectacle. Under the leadership of Giacomo Giannotti, Paradiso continues to push boundaries while championing sustainability through inventive reuse of ingredients, cementing its place as one of the world’s most influential bars.

Paradiso Takeover Menu

HK$168 per glass

• Savoury Martini – Ketel One redistilled with citrus peels, Dry Vermouth, Fino Sherry infused with Ice Plants, Lemon Pickle Brine
• Banana Eclipse – Don Julio Tequila Añejo, Banana Water, Dry & White Vermouth, Amontillado, Topinambur & Coffee Bitter
• BBQ Colada – Maker’s Mark Whisky, Smoked Pineapple, Coconut, Palo Cortado, Lime
• Ginjinha – Roku Gin, Cachaça, Aged Syrup, Mucilago Julice, Spicchi Lime

Event Details

• Hope & Sesame Guest Shift: 7 October, from 7pm onwards
• Paradiso Guest Shift: 9 October, from 7pm onwards
• Venue: Lobster Bar, Island Shangri-La Hong Kong