A venerable Cantonese restaurant in Mong Kok, Kam Kong Restaurant, has announced a limited-time flash discount on its traditional dim sum set menu, allowing food enthusiasts to savor a curated selection of eight classic dishes for an astonishing per-person price of just HK$98. This extraordinary promotion, which represents a 57% discount, aims to draw…
Taipei’s world-renowned night markets solidify their reputation as essential culinary destinations in 2025 by featuring an impressive roster of affordable, Bib Gourmand-recognized street food vendors. Five major nocturnal hubs—Huaxi Street, Ningxia, Raohe Street, Linjiang Street, and Shilin—are attracting global food enthusiasts, offering diverse, authentic Taiwanese flavors while consistently earning accolades from the esteemed Michelin…
The Consumer Council (COC) of Hong Kong has conducted extensive testing across 20 major F\&B chains, including McCafé, Starbucks, and 7-eleven, exposing concerning inconsistencies in promotions, staff training, and operational practices related to customers bringing their own reusable cups for takeaway drinks. The study, detailed in issue 580 of Choice Magazine and involving 60…
HONG KONG – The tradition of the “Farewell Cake” (散水餅, San Shui Beng), distributed by departing employees in Hong Kong, has evolved from simple pastries to a dynamic showcase of creativity, humour, and gourmet craftsmanship. As employees seek affordable, high-quality, and memorable ways to thank or playfully bid adieu to colleagues, the local market…
Hong Kong gourmands are currently enjoying a golden age of sukiyaki, with high-end Japanese establishments across the city refining this traditional hot pot experience. A curated selection of six must-visit venues—spanning Kowloon and Hong Kong Island—is setting new standards for premium dining, focusing on exceptional A5 Wagyu beef and authentic regional flavors, including the…
American frozen treat giant Dairy Queen (DQ) is preparing for a highly anticipated return to the Hong Kong market, scheduled for the first quarter of 2026. This marks the brand’s second attempt to establish a presence in the city, nearly half a century after its initial foray in the 1970s and 80s concluded. The…
Little Napoli, the acclaimed purveyor of authentic Neapolitan pizza, has officially inaugurated its new flagship location in Wanchai, following a brief closure that concerned its devoted clientele. The reopening, announced in December 2023, marks the next chapter for the restaurant, which garnered significant popularity since its 2021 debut in Happy Valley, cementing its reputation…
HONG KONG – Mung Bean Soup, a cherished East Asian summer dessert traditionally valued for its cooling properties, is being re-evaluated by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners in Taiwan. Rather than a simple dessert, experts are promoting its role as a functional therapeutic food, offering distinct health benefits when tailored with specific herbal ingredients…
Leading Taiwanese nephrologist Dr. Hong Yong-hsiang has recently identified and ranked seven specific beverages—beyond essential plain water—that proactively support kidney health, offering palatable alternatives for individuals seeking to protect against renal inflammation and infection. The doctor’s recommendations, including unexpected entries like tart cherry juice and black coffee, focus on drinks rich in anti-inflammatory and…
HONG KONG – Coffee enthusiasts across Hong Kong are anticipating an exciting street activation as Old Town White Coffee announces a four-day complimentary tasting event across key districts in Kowloon and Hong Kong Island. From January 23 to January 26, the brand will deploy pop-up stations distributing samples of their signature Pandan-flavoured White Coffee,…