Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong – The vibrant district of Tsim Sha Tsui (TST) solidifies its reputation as the ultimate destination for nocturnal gourmands, offering a comprehensive and compelling selection of night-time eateries equipped with attractive supper-hour special offers. A new inventory highlights ten key establishments, spanning from authentic Japanese ramen and global street…
A recent clinical trial highlighted by Taiwanese gastroenterologist Dr. Chien Cheng-Hung indicates that sesame oil demonstrates superior efficacy in regulating blood glucose levels and mitigating liver inflammation compared to other common cooking oils. This revelation, stemming from research published in BMC Nutrition, suggests that integrating sesame oil into daily diets—specifically using cold-application methods—could be…
Hong Kong food enthusiasts are set to enjoy significant value this February as two prominent Japanese-inspired food chains, Hana-Musubi (華御結) and Sushiro (壽司郎), announce major promotional campaigns. Hana-Musubi is bringing back its highly popular five-day “Onigiri Day Fest,” featuring seven rotating rice ball flavors priced at an accessible HK$12 each, commencing February 5th. Simultaneously,…
Foodpanda Hong Kong, a leading on-demand delivery platform, has announced a significant partnership with the yuu Rewards Programme, integrating their respective ecosystems to allow customers to earn and redeem loyalty points directly through the delivery app. Effective immediately, users who link their yuu membership accounts within the foodpanda platform will earn one yuu point…
A recent case study shared by a cardiologist in Taiwan highlights the highly individualized nature of dietary cholesterol impact, revealing how a patient’s routine of consuming a single egg daily unexpectedly caused their “bad” cholesterol levels—low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C)—to surge to 100 mg/dL. The case, presented by Dr. Hong Hui-feng, underscores the need for…
A highly anticipated authentic Thai restaurant, Soi Thong, has launched in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, promising elevated street-style cuisine overseen by a seasoned culinary expert. The establishment distinguishes itself by securing the long-term expertise of a chef with over 30 years of experience, notably as the former senior Thai cuisine executive at the prestigious…
Tseung Kwan O (TKO), once considered peripheral to Hong Kong’s main urban hub, has rapidly transformed into a vibrant and expansive culinary destination for 2025, offering residents and visitors a tapestry of over a dozen diverse dining experiences ranging from time-honoured Chiu Chow classics and global imports to inventive fusion concepts and highly sought-after…
The Hong Kong Consumer Council (CHOICE) has published findings from an extensive study on popular frozen sweet corn kernels and green peas, revealing significant differences in nutritional value and trace metal concentrations across various brands. Conducted between November and December 2022, the investigation examined 24 pre-packaged samples—10 sweet corn and 14 green peas—sourced from…
Hong Kong’s major supermarket and pharmacy chains, including PARKnSHOP and Wellcome, have significantly escalated their promotional battles by offering substantial, high-value free gifts tied to the purchase of common household staples like laundry pods and toothpaste. These aggressive “purchase-with-gift” strategies—which previously focused on smaller incentives—now involve premiums valued at over HK$919, featuring coveted items…
Health experts are urgently advising consumers to scrutinize the material codes on thermal flasks and water bottles, following reports from Taiwan indicating that substandard products, particularly those made from low-grade stainless steel or plastics, could leach toxic substances into beverages, posing severe health risks up to and including neurological damage. The prevalence of these…