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This coffee in Hong Kong was super mysterious!

Dec 121 min read

This coffee in Hong Kong was super mysterious!

You know the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) in Hong Kong? They’ve been around for a while, fighting corruption since...

HKG

Oct 221 min read

Oyster Sauce Lime Cola!?

I was completely impressed by this collaboration between Lee Kum Kee and the local beverage brand “Tipsy Cat.” They’ve released three...

HKG

Oct 221 min read

Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival 2024!

The “Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival”, organised by the HongKong Tourism Board (HKTB), is returning to the Central Harbourfront Event...

Perfect Weather, Perfect View from Hong Kong’s Hidden Rooftop Bar!

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Oct 211 min read

Perfect Weather, Perfect View from Hong Kong’s Hidden Rooftop Bar!

One of the most frequently asked questions we’ve received from people around the world is, “When is the best time to visit Hong Kong?”...

Filming at Ice Cream Truck can be a photo challenge

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Sep 261 min read

Filming at Ice Cream Truck can be a photo challenge

Ice cream trucks in Hong Kong are an iconic and nostalgic sight. Their unique flavors are a must-try, but be warned: their ice cream is...

Jelly in Chinese Restaurants may be a mute button for kids 😆

HKG

May 101 min read

Jelly in Chinese Restaurants may be a mute button for kids 😆

In traditional big Chinese restaurant, there has been a type of dessert which usually appears during Dim Sum lunch time and it actually...

The Oldest Ice Cream Store in Macao Lai Kei!

HKG

Apr 271 min read

The Oldest Ice Cream Store in Macao Lai Kei!

The ice cream from this store is many people’s choice of souvenir when they visit Macao! Lai Kei Ice Cream Store in Macao (Lai Kei...

What are Chinese Preserved Meat & Sausages?

HKG

Mar 231 min read

What are Chinese Preserved Meat & Sausages?

Traditional Chinese preserved meat, called Lap Mei in Cantonese, holds a significant place in Hong Kong's culinary culture. The art of...

Visit Dr. Strange’s Hong Kong Sanctum & Magical Herbal Tea!

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Jan 251 min read

Visit Dr. Strange’s Hong Kong Sanctum & Magical Herbal Tea!

This building in Hong Kong is full of stories. It was built in 1931 amd served as a Chinese medicine clinic and residence for the owner’s...

Rollin' in Flavor: A Unique Cigar-Inspired Dining Experience

HKG

Nov 27, 20231 min read

Rollin' in Flavor: A Unique Cigar-Inspired Dining Experience

It was such a surprise when I saw “Cigar Spring Rolls” on the menu when I was ordering dim sums. I am a cigar lover so I ordered the dim...

Unveiling the Mystery behind Chiu Chow Mooncakes

HKG

Sep 27, 20231 min read

Unveiling the Mystery behind Chiu Chow Mooncakes

Mid-autumn Festival is coming and is all about mooncakes and lanterns. That’s why it is also called Mooncake Festival. There are various...

Tasty Siu Mai in Hong Kong which is cheaper than $20/4pcs!

HKG

Sep 27, 20231 min read

Tasty Siu Mai in Hong Kong which is cheaper than $20/4pcs!

Hong Kong people love Siu Mai. It can be found in Chinese restaurants when having yum cha and also on the street as street food. Recently...

Unleashing the Deliciousness of Shatin Chicken Congee & Pigeon: A Flavorful Fusion

HKG

Sep 27, 20231 min read

Unleashing the Deliciousness of Shatin Chicken Congee & Pigeon: A Flavorful Fusion

In the old days Shatin has some famously signature food, which are chicken congee and fried pigeon that people would deliberately visit...

HK Tram in Chocolate & Cookie by LUCULLUS!

HKG

Aug 25, 20231 min read

HK Tram in Chocolate & Cookie by LUCULLUS!

In a momentous collaboration with HK Tramways, LUCULLUS proudly presents an exclusive limited edition assorted chocolate and cookie gift...

Unique Fusion Ramen in Hong Kong: A Must-Try Experience for Foodies

HKG

Aug 21, 20231 min read

Unique Fusion Ramen in Hong Kong: A Must-Try Experience for Foodies

It is very hard to describe this restaurant. The Second Place @thesecondphase_hk is a ramen place, but they don’t try to associate with...

Discovering the Best BMW Cafe in Hong Kong: A Guide to Indulging in Great Coffee and Luxury Cars

HKG

Aug 16, 20231 min read

Discovering the Best BMW Cafe in Hong Kong: A Guide to Indulging in Great Coffee and Luxury Cars

We talked about Leica Cafe in Causeway Bay before. This time we visited another German brand flagship store where you can also enjoy a...

Local Hong Kong Street Food Other Than Curry Fish Balls & Fish Siu Mai

HKG

Jul 28, 20231 min read

Local Hong Kong Street Food Other Than Curry Fish Balls & Fish Siu Mai

Hong Kong street food like curry fish balls, fish siu mai, 3 treasures need no introduction, because they are the most popular choices....

Hong Kong’s first Leica flagship store with art gallery and café

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Jul 24, 20231 min read

Hong Kong’s first Leica flagship store with art gallery and café

Leica café, called “Cafe Leitz” is located within Leica flagship store in Causeway Bay. This creates a unique atmosphere that caters to...

HKG

Jul 23, 20231 min read

Hong Kong Book Fair 2023！

The annual Hong Kong Book Fair is back at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre! The book fair is held from July 19 to 25. Doors...

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Jul 13, 20232 min read

What is Steam Hotpot in Hong Kong?

We talked about hotpot the other day. This time it is about steam hotpot which is a familiar but can be completely different dining...

Popular IG Hotpot Place in Central of Hong Kong!

HKG

Jul 12, 20232 min read

Popular IG Hotpot Place in Central of Hong Kong!

You are what you eat, even choosing which hotpot restaurant is the same. I always say hotpot is not as simple as it looks. Some people...

HKG

Jul 7, 20231 min read

Salty & Wet Iced Coffee in Hong Kong?

In the bustling city of Hong Kong, there's a hipster coffee shop that stands out from the rest. It's called “Ah Jeng’s Coffee Club”...

5 Tips of the Oldest Dim Sum Style Restaurant “Lin Heung Kui” of Hong Kong! 蓮香居五大留意點！

HKG

Jul 4, 20232 min read

5 Tips of the Oldest Dim Sum Style Restaurant “Lin Heung Kui” of Hong Kong! 蓮香居五大留意點！

Lin Heung Kui (蓮香居) is a famous traditional Chinese restaurant in Hong Kong, which has been in operation for many years. It is renowned...

Nostalgic 100 Herbs Herbal Tea Shop in Mong Kok

HKG

Jun 12, 20231 min read

Nostalgic 100 Herbs Herbal Tea Shop in Mong Kok

“Tsing Ho Tong” (清河堂）is one of the oldest herbal tea shops in Mong Kok. It is so iconic among locals because of its nostalgic interior...

Portuguese PORTHOS Sardine Almond Cookies in Macau as Souvenir!

HKG

Jun 1, 20231 min read

Portuguese PORTHOS Sardine Almond Cookies in Macau as Souvenir!

PORTHOS canned fish is one of the the best representations of Macau people’s Sino-Portuguese culture over the years. It has been part of...

Pork Liver Noodles from Wai Kee Noodle Cafe is always a classic

HKG

May 22, 20231 min read

Pork Liver Noodles from Wai Kee Noodle Cafe is always a classic

Pork Liver Noodles from Wai Kee Noodle Cafe is so special because Pork Liver Noodles may sound weird to many people, especially when they...

Where is the Best Milk Pudding Shop for Dessert in Hong Kong?

HKG

May 13, 20231 min read

Where is the Best Milk Pudding Shop for Dessert in Hong Kong?

We talked about the most famous tofu pudding shop in Sham Shui Po. We have another option of Chinese dessert for you, which is Milk...

Lucky Cookies from Palacio Lisboa in Lisboa Hotel of Macau

HKG

May 10, 20231 min read

Lucky Cookies from Palacio Lisboa in Lisboa Hotel of Macau

Cookies is a popular souvenir idea among Asians when they visit Hong Kong. Jenny Cookies is super popular among Chinese visitors from...

Where is the best Tofu shop in Hong Kong?

HKG

May 9, 20231 min read

Where is the best Tofu shop in Hong Kong?

Kung Wo Beancurd Factory is probably one of the best Tofu shop in Hong Kong because they modernised the traditional way of Tofu shop in...

Stephen Chow Movie’s Famous Cha Chaan Teng Cafe Restaurant Reopened!

HKG

May 4, 20231 min read

Stephen Chow Movie’s Famous Cha Chaan Teng Cafe Restaurant Reopened!

We talked about classic Cha Chaan Teng like Mido Cafe which has appeared in multiple movies such as “The World of Suzie Wong”. In fact,...

HKG

Apr 29, 20231 min read

What is Sam Bat Mai Kudzu 三不賣野葛菜水？

You can call it soup, you can call it herbal tea, I would say it is a tasty herbal soup 😆. The soup is made of various ingredients such...

Michelin 1-Star Roasted Goose Restaurant in Hong Kong Yat Lok

HKG

Apr 27, 20231 min read

Michelin 1-Star Roasted Goose Restaurant in Hong Kong Yat Lok

This is one of the roasted goose restaurants which needs no introduction. But I would like to highlight the soup base. The soup base...

Where is the BEST Clay Pot Rice in Hong Kong, Recommended by Michelin Guide

HKG

Apr 24, 20232 min read

Where is the BEST Clay Pot Rice in Hong Kong, Recommended by Michelin Guide

This shop’s clay pot rice is so good that I would keep thinking about it for days after I ate it. Many locals call it the best clay pot...

Tam Jai & Tam Jai Mixian Noodles Story in Hong Kong

HKG

Apr 21, 20232 min read

Tam Jai & Tam Jai Mixian Noodles Story in Hong Kong

You can start a conversation or a fight by merely talking about this noodles with Hong Kong people Tam Jai Mixian is the most popular...

Tin Hau’s Birthday Party & Tsing Yi Bamboo Theatre! 青衣戲棚重開！

HKG

Apr 17, 20231 min read

Tin Hau’s Birthday Party & Tsing Yi Bamboo Theatre! 青衣戲棚重開！

Tin Hau’s Birthday party in Tsing Yi has been a festival which is a big party for the gods and local people around the area because there...

Pairing Peking Duck with Day & Night Victoria Harbour View in Hutong Restaurant, Hong Kong

HKG

Apr 17, 20231 min read

Pairing Peking Duck with Day & Night Victoria Harbour View in Hutong Restaurant, Hong Kong

Hutong was a renowned restaurant in Hong Kong located in One Peking building in Tsim Sha Tsui. They have moved to another new building, H...

What is Peng Chau Island, Leather Factory aka Secret Garden of Hong Kong!?

HKG

Apr 13, 20231 min read

What is Peng Chau Island, Leather Factory aka Secret Garden of Hong Kong!?

Peng Chau is a small island which is like a small town in SIM CITY because the fire station, police station, bank, government building,...

Goodbye 60-year-old Chinese Desserts & Puddings Shop in Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong

HKG

Apr 11, 20232 min read

Goodbye 60-year-old Chinese Desserts & Puddings Shop in Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong

Farewell to the famous 60-year-old Chinese desserts shop in Sham Shui Po, Kwan Kee Store 坤記士多, which their owner announced his retirement...

Where Is The Best Rice Rolls in Kowloon of Hong Kong?!

HKG

Apr 7, 20231 min read

Where Is The Best Rice Rolls in Kowloon of Hong Kong?!

Rice rolls was one of the street food commonly sold by hawkers back in the days. This type of rice rolls do not have any fillings such as...

Hoegaarden Beer Ice Cream Sorbet Freshly Made in Hong Kong!

HKG

Apr 6, 20231 min read

Hoegaarden Beer Ice Cream Sorbet Freshly Made in Hong Kong!

Belgian wheat beer brand Hoegaarden has released two new products, Fruity Range Rosée and Peach Sorbet. Made in Hong Kong and available...

Chow Yun Fat’s Choice of Beef Brisket Noodles in Hong Kong!

HKG

Mar 30, 20231 min read

Chow Yun Fat’s Choice of Beef Brisket Noodles in Hong Kong!

Super Star Chow Yun Fat is well respected by everyone in Hong Kong, not only his contribution to TV and movies, but also his humble...

Three Kingdoms Themed Fried Chicken Shop in Hong Kong!

HKG

Mar 29, 20232 min read

Three Kingdoms Themed Fried Chicken Shop in Hong Kong!

It is quite difficult to explain in English why this shop has a cosplayer dressing like Guan Yu selling fried chicken in Hong Kong. I...

Hidden Chestnut Street Hawker with Over 50 Years of History in Kowloon!

HKG

Mar 28, 20232 min read

Hidden Chestnut Street Hawker with Over 50 Years of History in Kowloon!

This lady started working as a chestnut street hawker when she was in her early 20s. It is hard to imagine such a young lady roasting...

Chow Yun Fat’s Choice of Chinese Dessert!

HKG

Mar 23, 20231 min read

Chow Yun Fat’s Choice of Chinese Dessert!

This place needs no introduction indeed. Kai Kai dessert is a popular dessert shop in Hong Kong known for its traditional Chinese sweets...

HONGKONGUIDE Appearance in Award-Winning TV Travel Program “Backpack Travels” by KBS South Korea!

HKG

Mar 14, 20232 min read

HONGKONGUIDE Appearance in Award-Winning TV Travel Program “Backpack Travels” by KBS South Korea!

Our HONGKONGUIDE co-founder Alpha was invited to appear in South Korean National TV Channel KBS’s award-winning program “Backpack...

HKG

Mar 7, 20232 min read

Top 3 Tai O Street Food You Must Try!

Tai O Street Food is an exciting way to experience the local food culture of this fishing village. Here are my favourite street food in...

Secrets About Tai O Villagers Even Many Hong Kong People Didn’t Know

HKG

Mar 2, 20231 min read

Secrets About Tai O Villagers Even Many Hong Kong People Didn’t Know

Tai O is one of the most famous fishing village or fishing town in Hong Kong. Some people call it the "Venice of Hong Kong”. It may not...

First Generation of Instagram Food in Cheung Chau of Hong Kong!

HKG

Feb 28, 20231 min read

First Generation of Instagram Food in Cheung Chau of Hong Kong!

We had lots of fun in Brazilian Festival in Cheung Chau last week. Of course we didn’t miss the chance of touring around the beautiful...

Hidden Congee Porridge Restaurant You Must Try in Hong Kong!

HKG

Feb 28, 20231 min read

Hidden Congee Porridge Restaurant You Must Try in Hong Kong!

A bowl of hot porridge can be very comforting especially in winter. However, in modern days, many people may be too busy in the morning...

Dai Pai Dong Restaurant in an historical building in Mong Kok!

HKG

Feb 13, 20231 min read

Dai Pai Dong Restaurant in an historical building in Mong Kok!

This “Chi Kee Seafood Restaurant” has Dai Pai Dong style of food such as soya sauce prawns, garlic crab. And it is pretty famous of its...

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