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Hong Kong diners seeking premium dim sum at affordable prices can take advantage of an unprecedented, limited-time promotion launched by the popular chain restaurant, One Harbour Cruise (壹號漁船). Until mid-February, the establishment is leveling its dim sum pricing structure, ensuring that every dish on the menu—regardless of its usual classification (e.g., Special, Deluxe, Large,…
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A leading Taiwanese nutritionist, Li Wan-Ping, has conducted a detailed comparison of six popular cooking oils, identifying hazelnut oil as a nutritionally superior and more versatile alternative to traditional olive oil, citing its potential to protect blood vessels and mitigate risks associated with aging, cognitive decline, and certain cancers. Published on her personal resource…
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Taiwanese medical experts are advising patients suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) who experience severe side effects from pharmaceutical treatments to explore targeted dietary interventions, particularly the regular consumption of tomatoes. This recommendation follows a concerning case where a patient on prostate medication suffered two fainting episodes requiring emergency hospitalization due to drug-induced orthostatic…
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A case involving a woman in her twenties highlights the critical danger of self-treating persistent gastric distress, revealing that relying on unverified online advice—like consuming hot water for months—can mask underlying severe conditions. After enduring chronic stomach pain for half a year and attempting to soothe it with repeated hot water consumption, the woman…
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Prestigious French patisserie AW Patisserie has unveiled an exclusive trio of gourmet gift boxes for the upcoming 2026 Lunar New Year, leveraging its signature pistachio expertise alongside classic festive elements like the Japanese tradition of the Maneki-Neko (beckoning cat) blind box. Available now through an early-bird promotion, these collections feature premium ingredients, including Sicilian…
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The Hong Kong Consumer Council (CHO) has published comprehensive findings on electric pressure cookers, revealing that consumers can often achieve high-quality cooking performance and strong safety standards without spending top dollar. Published in the latest issue (561) of its monthly magazine Choice, the report evaluated 10 popular electric pressure cooker models, scrutinizing both their…
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Bangkok’s revered dessert institution, Kanomsiam, is bringing its signature, freshly prepared pandan delicacies to Hong Kong for an exclusive, two-week engagement at the Regent Hong Kong’s Harbourside restaurant, running from March 16 to 29, 2026. Heralded as the originating brand of authentic Thai pandan sweet cakes, the 50-year-old establishment will treat diners to a…
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Two leading Hong Kong Chinese restaurants, Xi He Ya Yuan and Tao Yuan Restaurant, have launched unprecedented, limited-time dining promotions, offering significant discounts on signature dishes and all-you-can-eat experiences for diners across the region. Xi He Ya Yuan is hosting a flash sale on its famed roasted duck and seafood set menu at a…
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Hong Kong’s largest and most anticipated annual festival, the Victoria Park Lunar New Year Fair, is set to commence on February 11, 2026, offering seven days of festive shopping, traditional floral displays, and unique holiday cheer leading up to the Lunar New Year. Located in Causeway Bay, the iconic fair will feature approximately 400…
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Hong Kong’s Consumer Council (CC) has released a comprehensive test report evaluating the performance of 17 small-to-medium-sized refrigerator models, a segment highly relevant to the city’s characteristically compact living spaces. The assessment, which covered key metrics like energy efficiency, temperature retention, and cooling capacity across single-door, double-door, and three-door units priced between HK$1,398 and…