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Hotel ICON’s renowned lobby restaurant, GREEN, is set to transport diners to the orchards of Japan this spring with the launch of its “Fruitful Japanese Strawberry Festival” afternoon tea. Running from February 14 to April 12, 2026, this seasonal collaboration with Swiss cellular skincare authority GLYCEL blends high-end gastronomy with luxury beauty, offering guests…
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Trattoria Felino, the acclaimed Michelin-recommended Italian eatery nestled on Ship Street, has officially unveiled its new weekend brunch menu, blending the bold flavors of Naples with Mediterranean flair. Starting at HK$598 per person, the curated experience offers diners an indulgent Saturday and Sunday retreat in the heart of Wan Chai. The launch marks a…
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The vibrant street food scene of Mong Kok has welcomed a formidable new contender with the opening of Chicken Planet, a dedicated takeout boutique specializing in made-to-order fried chicken. Located on Sai Yeung Choi Street South, the shop has quickly garnered social media attention for its fusion of traditional Korean frying techniques and quintessentially…
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Hong Kong’s food safety authorities have initiated a recall for a Taiwanese spicy pork floss product after testing revealed the presence of Sudan dyes, a group of unauthorized industrial colorants. The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) swiftly ordered the immediate cessation of sale and removal from shelves of the affected product, Jin An Gi…
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A startling event involving a physically active Taiwanese 16-year-old, who unexpectedly suffered a stroke during a tutoring session, spotlights a disturbing trend: strokes are no longer exclusive to the elderly. The teenager, an avid basketball and volleyball player with no known family history of the condition, presented with sudden vision loss, severe headache, nausea,…
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The wax apple, known locally as lianwu in Hong Kong, is quickly emerging as a highly beneficial seasonal fruit, celebrated not just for its refreshing, crisp texture and subtle sweetness but also for a potent portfolio of health advantages. As summer temperatures soar, this high-water-content fruit offers significant therapeutic properties, including supporting blood pressure…
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Hong Kong’s vibrant culinary landscape reinforces its reputation as a global dining hub, with a particularly dynamic selection of authentic and high-quality Japanese restaurants spanning from Tsim Sha Tsui and Causeway Bay to emerging districts like Airside. Food enthusiasts can embark on a focused gastronomic journey across the city, exploring 12 standout venues that…
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Cervical cancer, a preventable yet significant health concern for women in Hong Kong, demands proactive screening and vaccination measures. In 2019, this disease ranked as the eighth leading cancer among local women, accounting for 3% of all new female cancer diagnoses. Caused primarily by the human papillomavirus (HPV), cervical cancer can often remain asymptomatic…
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As Hong Kong prepares for the annual Dragon Boat Festival (Duen Ng Jie), attention is turning to traditional remedies to counter the inevitable digestive distress caused by indulging in zongzi (glutinous rice dumplings). These celebratory delicacies, while essential to the season, are notoriously high in sugar and calories, frequently leading to feelings of fullness…
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Hong Kong’s popular 7-Eleven convenience stores have launched a new limited-edition range of Disney-themed collectibles featuring Winnie the Pooh and Lotso Bear, timed perfectly for Valentine’s Day gifting, with items arriving in stores sequentially from February 11, 2026, offering fans a mix of practical and plush merchandise starting from HK$59. Continuing its frequent strategy…