Vicky Yun is the marketing and communications manager of Global Beauty International, including brands like beauty service company Bella Marie France and hair care company Svenson and Harvard. She spoke to Andrew Sun.
Growing up, my taste buds were nurtured by the vibrant flavours of cha chaan teng (Hong Kong-style cafe) food. These nostalgic cafes served as the backdrop for many memorable childhood meals, and shaped my palate.
For lunch, I highly recommend Hung Kee (Shop B2, Block B, Kwong Sang Hong Building, 6 Heard Street, Wan Chai. Tel: 3708 8715). Its signature dishes include mixed beef offal congee and peanut and conpoy pork bone congee, both of them rich in flavour and comforting.
Beef offal noodles at Hung Kee. Photo: Charmaine Mok
The pan-fried shrimp rice roll and curry beef brisket tossed noodles offer a blend of textures and spices.
Lastly, its selection of traditional desserts, such as bean curd sheets with barley sweet soup, provides the perfect way to end a meal.
Pork liver with noodles at Wai Kee Noodle Café. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
Wai Kee Noodle Café (62 & 66 Fuk Wing Street/Shop D, 165-167 Pei Ho Street, Sham Shui Po. Tel: 2387 6515) is another gem. A very traditional cafe, there is no decor, just stools and utilitarian tables, fast service, cramped spaces and low prices.
Its menu offers a range of Hong Kong-style dishes. I always order the signature beef and pork liver soup noodles. The pork liver has just the right smoothness and tenderness.
For a visitor, the authenticity of Lin Heung Tea House (160-164 Wellington Street, Central. Tel: 2116 0670) makes it a must-see.
Lin Heung Tea House serves dim sum in carts that roll by tables. Photo: Eugene Lee
This historic restaurant embodies traditional Cantonese dining. Stepping inside is like a journey back in time. The aroma of freshly steamed dim sum fills the air as the carts roll by.
For a splurge-worthy meal, the upscale Indian restaurantChaiwala (Basement, Yu Yuet Lai Building, 43-55 Wyndham Street, Central. Tel: 2362 8988) is my destination of choice.
The menu boasts an array of dishes, from fragrant biryanis to succulent tandoori meats, and curries.
Kerala fish curry with butter naan at Chaiwala. Photo: Tory Ho
Outside Hong Kong, Seoul is a destination that never disappoints, particularly the bustling street food scene.
From sizzling Korean barbecue with tender marinated meats to bowls of steaming hot kimchi-jjigae, a spicy and tangy stew, as well as treats like crispy Korean fried chicken, piping hot tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) and delicate tanghulu (sugar-coated fruit), Seoul has so much to offer.
A stand-out experience is Somunnan Gamjatang (45 Yeonmujang-gil, Seongsu-dong, Seoul. Tel: +82 2 465 6580). This cosy and welcoming restaurant specialises in gamjatang, a hearty and spicy pork bone soup.
As soon as I step inside, the aroma of simmering broth fills the air. The gamjatang arrives bubbling hot, its flavours robust and the vegetables tender. The generous portions and rich broth make for a satisfying meal.
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