•
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…
•
Diners seeking a luxurious yet exceptionally valuable dining experience can currently take advantage of a limited-time Buy-One-Get-One Free (BOGO) offer for the evening buffet at The Place, located within the Cordis Hong Kong hotel in Mong Kok. This flash sale, available for purchase only until February 9th, slashes the price per person to an…
•
A senior nurse from Linkou Chang Gung Hospital, Tan Dun-Ci, revealed that her two sons achieved dramatic weight loss—losing a combined 50 kilograms (110 pounds)—primarily by eliminating a single type of beverage from their daily routine. This surprising simplicity in dietary modification, discussed during a recent television appearance on the show Cosmic Big Bang,…
•
Tai Hing, a prominent name in Hong Kong’s dining scene, has launched two new opulent poon choi (basin feast) varieties, offering robust catering solutions for the upcoming festive season, particularly centered around the culturally significant Winter Solstice (Dōngzhì). Aimed at simplifying celebratory meals for families and social gatherings, the promotion includes substantial discounts, complimentary…
•
VETEA, a renowned Hong Kong-based handcrafted tea brand emphasizing natural, unprocessed ingredients, has successfully launched its third branch in Kai Tak’s majestic Upper Riverbank (The Upper Riverbank), shortly after establishing a presence in Central and Kwun Tong, bringing its philosophy of high-quality, artisanal beverages to a new urban core alongside a limited-time buy-one-get-one-half-price opening…
•
Taipei’s vibrant night market scene continues to draw global attention, with five key markets cementing their reputation as essential culinary destinations for 2025. These bustling hubs—Raohe Street, Ningxia, Shilin, Huaxi Street, and Linjiang Street Night Markets—offer an immersive cultural experience anchored by diverse, affordable street food, many of which are consistently honored on the…