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
It’s a new year, there’s a new you, and fittingly there are plenty of new coffee shops in Hong Kong to park yourself at and begin 2025 on a good note. 1. Blue Bottle Coffee Tung Chung The American coffee chain has opened its first branch on Lantau Island, a spacious and light-filled cafe in … Read more
Long before the Avenue of Stars and the West Kowloon Cultural District where Hong Kong residents land tourists congregate during the festive season, there was Tsim Sha Tsui East. The new business area emerged in the early 1980s after the strip of Victoria Harbour between Hung Hom and Tsim Sha Tsui was reclaimed. With common … Read more
Get ready for a new year of eating opportunities. After a challenging 2024 that nevertheless saw a consistent stream of restaurant and bar openings, 2025 looks poised to begin with a bang, with plenty of newcomers on the horizon. With Lunar New Year falling at the end of January, it’s also a good time to … 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. You see XO sauce on menus all over Hong Kong. It is a common addition to noodles and fried rice in local eateries, but it is also served as a condiment … Read more
Tattooing has been around in Hong Kong since World War II, when James Ho set up the first parlour in Tsim Sha Tsui. But for years, getting a tattoo was taboo for most city residents. A main source of business for tattoo artists until 2019 was the American warships that used to make regular rest … Read more
Although there has been a drop in the temperature and humidity in the last day or two, and super typhoon Krathon is unlikely to have too much of an impact on Hong Kong, it might be a good decision to make your weekend dining plans indoor ones. Here are some of our suggestions – including … Read more
Hong Kong’s diverse culture is being celebrated at a block party taking place along the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui until September 29. If retail therapy is part of your weekend plan, then The North Face and Comme des Garçons collaboration is a must for those seeking clothes blending style and substance, while … Read more
A contemporary dance show, a Transformers animation and two free outdoor events are among our top five recommendations for things to do in Hong Kong this weekend. 1. Block Party By The Sea Culture, creativity and community come together for “Block Party By The Sea” at the Avenue of Stars (after K11 Musea) in Kowloon’s … Read more
Many years ago, while he was studying in the English city of Nottingham, Hogan Cheng Ho-hang was stumped when a British friend asked him how he would describe the culture of his home city, Hong Kong. “I couldn’t say anything. I said, ‘Well, we have some really famous milk tea,’” says the 28-year-old sheepishly. “I … Read more
