With a population of more than 7 million and a reputation for great food, Hong Kong is home to more restaurants per capita than any other city in the world. The rich culinary history in this diverse economic and cultural hub has been influenced by tastes from all across the globe, but Cantonese and Japanese dishes nonetheless dominate the city’s food scene. In recent years, however, Hong Kong has...
Cuisines: Hong Kong for foodies
Hong Kong is undoubtedly the most vibrant and exciting food destination I have been to in my life. From the ubiquitous noodle shops to the most lavish, Michelin starred restaurants, Hong Kong provides an unlimited selection of options for every budget. My journey to this corner of South East-Asia started in the extremely relaxing Airport Lounge at Heathrow’s Terminal 3 (thanks Holiday...
Asia: Tea Time With Daddy
My experience with chocolate started with Cadbury chocolate bars my family would buy at “Park ‘N Shop” supermarkets when we lived in Hong Kong. My father, a romantic and traditionalist, taught my brother & I the enjoyment of a fine afternoon tea when I was 8 years old. With my dad, I had learned how to sit still, eat my snacks without gobbling it down, all the while being nice...
Asia: Hong Kong the Frugal Way
In case you didn’t know, it’s completely possible to only spend $100/day for a full 24 hours of entertainment, meals and cheap gifts. Hong Kong is one of the entertainment capitals of Asia, not to mention a place I used to call home. I recall the days of going to school at Kennedy Road Junior School with my brother in our cute little uniforms, armed with $5 a day for lunch money or snacks....


