For many home cooks in Hong Kong, preparing fish maw for festive occasions like the Winter Solstice or Lunar New Year can be an intimidating venture. The vast price gap between affordable varieties and luxury specimen—ranging from a few hundred to over a hundred thousand dollars—often leaves beginners confused. To demystify this prized ingredient,…
A Melbourne father’s quest for better health took a debilitating turn after a routine supplement regimen led to severe vitamin B6 toxicity, leaving him struggling to walk. Dominic Noonan-O’Keefe, 33, began taking two over-the-counter dietary supplements in May 2023 to bolster his immune system. Within months, however, his physical condition deteriorated into a harrowing…
In a significant move to entice Hong Kong’s fine-dining enthusiasts, acclaimed teppanyaki group Lung Ting has launched an aggressive flash promotion across its five city-wide locations. Starting today and running through March 9, the restaurant is offering its signature 14-course “Foie Gras, Truffle, and 1++ Hanwoo Beef” set for just $298 per person. This…
The legendary Swiss institution Chesa introduces a multi-sensory interactive experience, blending mid-century chalet charm with contemporary gastronomic artistry in Tsim Sha Tsui. Since its establishment in 1965, Chesa at The Peninsula Hong Kong has served as a cultural bridge between the Alps and the harbor. Today, this cherished landmark is evolving. By integrating immersive…
HONG KONG – As the peak Japanese strawberry season arrives, acclaimed patisserie Arome Bakery has officially launched its signature “Strawberry Bliss” collection across Hong Kong. Capitalizing on the optimal harvest window between February and March, the bakery is showcasing premium strawberries air-dried directly from Shizuoka Prefecture. The campaign introduces two flagship cakes and an…
Dim sum enthusiasts in Hong Kong have a major reason to celebrate this month as the renowned Tao Heung Group announces a sweeping price reduction across its breakfast and lunch services. Starting immediately, several of the group’s key establishments are implementing a flat-rate pricing strategy, where all categories of dim sum—ranging from standard to…
The streets of Central just received a major upgrade in authentic Korean soul food as Um Yong Baek, the legendary pork soup (Dwaeji-gukbap) specialist, officially opened its doors on Stanley Street. Renowned in South Korea as a “national-level” institution with perennial queues, the brand’s first Hong Kong outpost brings its meticulously simmered broths and…
Dim sum enthusiasts in Hong Kong have a new reason to visit Prince Edward as the renowned Michelin-recommended establishment, Yung Kee King (容記小菜王), rolls out a highly competitive pricing strategy. Effective immediately, the restaurant is offering a unified “One Price” promotion, setting the cost of small, medium, and large dim sum baskets at just…
A cautionary health alert has swept through social media following reports of a 24-year-old university graduate in Zhengzhou, Henan, who was diagnosed with terminal gastric cancer. Local medical experts link her condition to a two-year habit of consuming “Chuan Chuan Xiang”—a popular, oil-heavy Sichuan skewer snack—nearly every day, often in place of balanced meals.…
As the weather warms and the Tseung Kwan O South Park officially opens its gates to the public, PopWalk is transforming the district’s waterfront into a premier culinary destination. Commencing immediately and running through late March and the Easter holidays, the “Grab ‘n’ Go Market” offers an expansive selection of over 50 local brands…