Canadian drinks brand Bobba was recently called out for pitching its “healthier” and “better” version of bubble tea. Nothing wrong with that, except its owners, who presented their pitch on television, were not Chinese. They were subsequently accused of cultural appropriation. My key takeaway from this is: how something looks is more important than what … Read more
It is to Yip’s credit that even after her long absence, the increasing public sightings of her of late have generated buzz and excitement over the possibility of a comeback. Yip during her movie heyday. Photo: SCMP Now 57, Yip is still stunning. Her smooth, tanned skin shows little of the ravages of age. Her … Read more
Looking back at 2023, a series that shone a spotlight on major Hong Kong pop culture figures of recent decades proved popular with readers. Profiles of Isabella Leong Lok-sze and sex bomb Amy Yip Chi-mei in particular struck a chord. 1. Girl power In May, Richard James Havis profiled Anita Yuen Wing-yee, known as the … Read more
