Essentially restaurants that are located in refurbished apartments, private kitchens usually seat a small number of guests and cater to groups.

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With lower rents and less stringent licensing regulations than regular restaurants, these private kitchens are favoured not only by chefs but by customers looking for affordable and authentic dining options.

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Some specialise in Cantonese food, which is the local fare, but Hong Kong's many private kitchens serve up a wide range of cuisines, from Sichuan and modern Shanghainese fusion to Cajun and French. (One restaurant is even on a boat.) Reservations are required for all private kitchens and can usually be made in English.

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Saffire Freycinet offers three types of accommodations: Signature Suites have baths overlooking Great Oyster Bay, and more spacious living areas than the standard Luxury Suites, while Private Pavilions come with kitchens, dining areas and plunge pools.

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Rooms are equipped with a private infinity pool, well appointed kitchens, indoor and outdoor bathrooms, and a fresh organic breakfast is served in your room each morning.

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Inspired by prehispanic temples, the villas are as large as 2, 500 square feet with master bedrooms, kitchens, outdoor terraces, private pools and deep soaking tubs made from stones weighing over one ton.

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