A routine breakfast staple may harbor hidden health risks, according to a recent investigation by the Hong Kong Consumer Council. In its 551st report, the council tested 28 common butter and margarine products available on the local market. The findings are startling: over 60% of samples contained plasticizers, and more than half contained genotoxic…
Hong Kong’s Consumer Council has released a comprehensive safety assessment regarding the quality and safety of popular chocolate products available in the local market. In the latest issue of its Choice magazine, the watchdog detailed tests conducted on 29 samples, revealing that one dark chocolate product exceeded established safety limits for heavy metals, while…
Despite challenging economic conditions in the local dining sector, popular Hong Kong-style chain Tsui Fung Restaurant has expanded its footprint with a new location in Shatin. Marking the brand’s third outpost, the new venue is situated within Lek Yuen Plaza, bringing a refreshed take on traditional Teochew (Chiu Chow) cuisine to the neighborhood. To…
Sha Tin residents have a new culinary destination to explore as the popular Hong Kong-style dining chain, Tsui Fung Restaurant, announces the opening of its third outpost in Lek Yuen Plaza. Defying recent market trends, the expansion brings a taste of traditional Chiu Chow cuisine to the neighborhood, accompanied by two limited-time promotional offers…
Filipino fast-food giant Jollibee has ignited a frenzy among Hong Kong diners with the announcement of a surprise flash promotion. Effective immediately and running until April 25, the “National Fast Food” chain is offering a buy-one-get-one-free deal on selected combo meals at designated branches, effectively slashing the price per meal to just HK$24.5. Alongside…
In a strategic expansion amidst a fluctuating dining market, the popular Hong Kong-style Chaoshan chain Tsui Fung Restaurant has officially opened its third outpost at Lek Yuen Plaza in Shatin. The new establishment aims to bring traditional Teochew flavors to local residents through a modern lens, featuring a spacious venue designed to evoke a…
The 44th Hong Kong Film Awards ceremony lit up Victoria Harbour last night with a dazzling display of cinematic talent, but it was a specific fashion choice by one of the city’s most beloved icons that stole the spotlight on social media. Legendary actor Chow Yun-fat, affectionately known to locals as “Fa Go,” arrived…
A recent investigation by the Consumer Council has shed new light on the nutritional value of freezer staples, revealing that frozen peas generally offer superior health benefits compared to frozen sweet corn. The study, conducted between late 2022 and early 2023, analyzed 24 pre-packaged samples—comprising 14 varieties of green peas and 10 of sweet…
In an era where metabolic syndrome affects millions, Taiwanese nutritional medicine expert Hung Tai-hsiung has introduced a transformative dietary framework known as the “35921 Rule.” Designed to stabilize blood glucose and optimize gut health, the method gained significant attention after Hung personally utilized the protocol to shed 17 kilograms in just four months. Beyond…
Hong Kong’s traditional dining scene is receiving a significant boost as two prominent restaurant chains, Fung Shing Restaurant and Victoria Harbour Restaurant, announce aggressive limited-time discounts on premium delicacies. Starting this week, patrons can enjoy high-end ingredients—including South African abalone, bird’s nest, and sea cucumber—at a fraction of their usual market prices. These promotions…