When it comes to unusual and catchy names for hairdressing salons and trendy restaurants , Australia seems to be way ahead of the rest of the world . Latest gossip in Canberra , with so many things to jawbone about , is the claim that a new eatery called the GONGED OUT FAT CHOY FLUNKEY is to open its ornate doors . Obviously a play on the Chinese New Year incantation, it will cater for those who like sipping short soup through a straw or run about like the rabbit in Alice in Wonderland . Flunkeys galore , lovers of puns , are expected to gather there and discuss invitations and travel plans to exotic places .