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Feeling a little woozy after that last drink? Go to Bed (LG/F, 57-59 Wyndham St, Central; 2868 0613), literally, and power nap your way through one or two songs as the DJ spins a mixture of hip lounge music. When you wake, grab a Lap Dance or Strip Tease from the bar to sip on. If you prefer a Threesome, the staff will be more than welcome to bring that delicious cocktail to where you are lying. This hip new spot opened up last month and provides a cozy atmosphere making anybody feel at home on the designer sofa beds. Signature Bedroom Fantasy cocktails are offered from $78 but are discounted to $58 during happy hour (Tuesday-Sunday, 5-9pm). If you crawl into Bed on Tuesdays to Thursdays you will find a DJ spinning funky house music, unless you prefer R&B/hip-hop on Fridays or electro house on Saturdays. Swing one way or the other into Bed on Sundays as the staff promotes gay night for those who just want to enjoy a few drinks with an open and friendly crowd. By the time Monday rolls around, people will have to settle for their own beds as those at this hideout lounge close for the night. Sweet dreams... or should I say fantasies?

Purposely set for the 25th of February, Post 97 (9-11 Lan Kwai Fong, Cosmos Building; 2186 1817) is celebrating its 25-year Anniversary with an invitation only party for 997 VIP guests that have dined at the establishment since it first opened. Those making the 25 year stretch will be asked to doll it up for a black tie and gown formal dinner to enjoy food and cocktails all night at Post 97, compliments of chef Richard Hannaby and the restaurant. Invites will also be sent out to attend Club 97, exclusively for its 15 year regulars, and Dolce Vita, for its 5 year visitors dressed for a smart-casual night. Free flowing alcohol will be provided at Club 97 from 8-10pm and then Mumm Champagne will be offered on special at $97 all night. After revamping its interior, extending the wine list to over 80 selections, and introducing a new a la carte menu, this mega party will give long time patrons a chance to see the transformation of their beloved spot in LKF.

One of Hong Kong’s most popular men’s bars is calling it a day with Mama Li and Rapper P closing Rice [Bar] (33 Jervois Street, Central, 2851 4800) and hanging up their aprons. Like many other restaurants and bars, Rice’s landlord has massively increased the rent and is forcing another popular outlet into closure. And while official attitudes and the public perception and acceptance of homosexuality has changed dramatically in the 9 years that Rice has been a mainstay of the gay nightlife scene, there are still regular police visits.The Take A Bow closing party on 1 March, runs from 8pm-4am – Dress code Bright Red Tops.

With the Sevens only seven weeks away, rugby union in its 15-man format returns to the screens of your favourite bars with the Six Nations taking place on the weekends of February 23, and March 8-9 and 15. Guinness draught is the official beer of the 2008 HK Sevens and will be running promotions at 80 bars around the SAR where ordering 2 pints will give you the chance to win some of those precious Sevens tickets and rugby shirts.

For classic American/Tex-Mex cooking and live bands six nights a week, hop over to Someplace Else (20 Nathan Rd, TST; 2369 1111 Ext 3155). Decked out with rich brass and molasses-coloured oak and an extensive collection of old photos on the walls, this restaurant creates an authentic Western saloon setting. In its heyday, Someplace Else was noted for some of the best happy hour specials in Hong Kong – perhaps that is why the Sheraton decided to reopen the restaurant’s dining and entertainment facilities on February 1. Don’t miss the opportunity to see what the reopening fuss is all about while sipping cheap drinks during happy hour from 4-8pm. Restaurant hours are Monday to Thursday 4pm-12am, Friday, Saturdays and public holidays 4pm-1am. Band hours are Monday-Thursday 6:45-10:30pm, Friday and Saturday 6:45-11:15pm.



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