The growing thirst for matcha, fuelled by posts on social media, has resulted in a global shortage of the green tea powder, puzzling producers and causing specialist stores in Japan to enforce quotas on purchases. Baristas from Melbourne to London cite difficulties in procuring their usual supply, and the influencers just aren’t having it – … Read more
Take a bite out of history with our exclusive series on the delicious ingredients, dishes and techniques behind the unique taste of Hong Kong. Poon choi is a delectable savoury meal typically eaten during festive communal gatherings in southern China. The Cantonese name poon choi – also known as pen cai in Mandarin – means … Read more
In Thailand, they are considered a national symbol of respect and honour, and in Japan, they represent luxury and perfection. Hong Kong has a rich variety of native orchids – 133 known species, in fact – and spring, with its combination of high rainfall and humidity, produces the ideal damp environment for them to thrive. … Read more
