Vicky Lau, Owner-Chef of Two MICHELIN-starred TATE Dining Room and One MICHELIN-starred MORA, expands her culinary expertise with JIJA by Vicky Lau, a Chinese bistro inspired by the flavours and warmth of Yunnan. Quietly nestled in the lobby of the Kimpton Hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui, JIJA marks a refreshing turn for Vicky Lau — from haute cuisine and fine dining to shareable comfort.
Created and developed by hospitality group Leading Nation — behind the One MICHELIN-star Cristal Room by Anne-Sophie Pic and MICHELIN-recommended The Merchants — JIJA celebrates the convivial side of dining. The name, drawn from the Hong Kong slang, “Zhī zī chā zhā,” meaning cheerful chatter, is an ode to connection, community, and the joy of gathering.
“It’s about connection,” said Chef Vicky. “You come here to share meals, drink, and bond. It’s less about perfection and more about positive energy, flavour, and joy.” She also added, “This is the kind of food I want to cook at home, comforting dishes to share with friends and family; It’s food that satisfies cravings for something wholesome and delicious.”
The menu at JIJA by Vicky Lau highlights Yunnan’s produce-forward cuisine, with wild mushrooms, cured meats, cheeses, and fruits on the list. Dishes like Seasonal Mushroom Salad, Pu’er Tea-Smoked Three Yellow Chicken, and Yunnan Pork Fat Fried Rice spotlight the region’s rustic yet refined character, balancing spice, tang, and umami.
Vegetables also shine in the menu; the Stir-Fried Seasonal Vegetables, served with yāncai gāo (fermented vegetable paste) or dried shrimp, squid, and peppers that capture the soul of Yunnan’s rich culinary roots.
Desserts bridge Chinese and French pastry traditions, with creations by Pastry Chef Victor Hung like Chocolate Souffle Tart with Sichuan pepper ganache and a “Paris-Yunnan”Choux pastry with peanut cream and roasted peanuts. An upcoming Afternoon Tea Set, composed of miniature servings of JIJA’s full complement of desserts, will be served alongside a Chinese tea pairing.
Tea, central to Yunnan’s traditions, will be highlighted by a custom tea station and pairings. Also, a list of over 150 labels of wine, spanning Chinese vineyards and international selections, will be paired well with Southwestern Chinese cuisine.
Seating only 50 seats, with a cosy private dining room for six and interiors inspired by Yunnan’s mountain tribes — dark woods, silvers, and sweeping views — JIJA offers an intimate escape filled with warm lighting, great music, and striking colours.
JIJA by Vicky Lau opens to the public on Nov. 18, 2025, and is now accepting reservations.
For more information and updates, visit JIJA by Vicky Lau’s website here and follow their Instagram page.
Location: 15/F, Kimpton Hong Kong, 11 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Opening Hours: Sunday to Thursday, from 12 PM to 3 PM, 6 PM onwards (Last order 9 PM) | Friday to Saturday, from 12 PM to 3 PM, 6 PM onwards (Last order 9:30 PM)
