Italian-Mediterranean restaurant JUNO has opened in Wing Lok Street in bustling Sheung Wan, presenting a leisurely dining sanctuary with a joyful cosmopolitan vibe.
Its authentic culinary journey across the sunny southern coast of Europe embraces tranquillity, freshness and sophistication in equal measure.
Nodding to the Roman goddess of love for which it is named; Chef Jordi Vallés Claverol marries homely Italian signatures and modern Mediterranean inspirations stretching from the Costa del Sol to the Italian Riviera, complemented by an intriguing wine list handpicked from the region. Refined, relaxed and casual yet chic, the restaurant boasts a calming aura and a convenient location in the vibrant heart of the city. Providing a soothing respite from stressful modern living, JUNO enhances the enjoyment of life, Mediterranean-style.
Its design was created by Hong Kong-based studio Brash Atelier, who harmoniously balanced exterior spectacle and understated interior serenity. Outside, a long, striking frontage of light-reflecting 3D tiles draws diners into an oasis of pink and olive tones and natural materials. A marble-clad kitchen pass at the centre of the 1,300sq ft space serves as an attractive focal point and creates two distinct dining areas seating a total of 50 people. Textured plaster walls set with elegant travertine wall panels and backlit arches offer a backdrop of timeless beauty, while high ceilings adorned with custom-designed pendant lighting that cast plays of light and shadow add to the mellow ambience.
