Where a South American in Hong Kong eats pasta and food that reminds her of home

Where a South American in Hong Kong eats pasta and food that reminds her of home

Originally from Ecuador, Ximena Perez is an architect by training, works in real estate sales and also sources unique craft products including hats from her native country under her label Paarte. She spoke to Andrew Sun. I grew up enjoying a blend of Ecuadorian and European cuisine. In Latin America, we also savour ingredients like … Read more

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, September 6-8, from cinema to dining

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, September 6-8, from cinema to dining

Weather permitting, here are our recommendations for some of the best things to see, do and eat in Hong Kong this weekend. 1. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice “Death is hard,” complains Lydia Deetz (Winona Ryder) in Tim Burton’s sequel to his 1988 fantasy comedy Beetlejuice. There is plenty of it in this light-to-the-touch tale, starting with the … Read more

5 must-have food and drink experiences in Hong Kong this weekend, September 6-8

5 must-have food and drink experiences in Hong Kong this weekend, September 6-8

Typhoon Yagi is bearing down on Hong Kong this week, bringing with it unstable weather, so you might want to postpone your alfresco meals, rooftop dinner parties and outdoor activities. For those looking to wine and dine this weekend come rain or shine, here are some cosy indoor suggestions. 1. Cornerstone Inspired by the flavours … Read more

Hong Kong and Macau Christmas menus with a twist: Mexican, Indian, Italian, German, East-meets-West – wash them down with Willy Wonka cocktails

Hong Kong and Macau Christmas menus with a twist: Mexican, Indian, Italian, German, East-meets-West – wash them down with Willy Wonka cocktails

The restaurant’s four-course festive lunch menu (HK$480) includes chestnut soup with black truffle; traditional German oven-roasted duck leg with apple, red cabbage and mashed potato; and hazelnut spiced cake with vanilla custard and plum compote. The Indian cookbooks preserving ‘a legacy’ by recording old family recipes Meanwhile, the six-course festive dinner menu (HK$1,380) features Heimat’s … Read more