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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…
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Long Fung Group, a prominent health and cosmetics retail chain in Hong Kong, has announced the grand opening of its 31st store in Admiralty’s Queensway Plaza (Queensway Link). To commemorate this significant expansion, the retailer is hosting a five-day promotional event, including significant discounts on festive goods, lucrative membership rewards, and most notably, the…
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A cautionary medical case from Taiwan highlights the severe health risks associated with inadequate fluid intake during strenuous activity, particularly in hot weather. Doctors diagnosed a male university student with rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney injury after he played two hours of outdoor basketball without hydrating. The student presented with extreme muscle pain, weakness, and…
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The culinary landscape of Tuen Mun has received a notable addition this month with the debut of Manmaru, a highly regarded eel (unagi) specialist originating from Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. Its inaugural overseas branch has officially opened in Tuen Mun Town Plaza, bringing a celebrated tradition of preparation—combining expert grilling techniques with daily sourced fresh…
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Shaped by decades of community history, Nam Shan Estate in Shek Kip Mei, Hong Kong, is increasingly recognized as a culinary destination rivaling mainstream food hubs like Kwai Chung Plaza and Mong Kok. This public housing complex offers a diverse array of affordable, authentic local delicacies, spanning iconic desserts and wok-fried specialties, drawing both…
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Convenience store chain 7-Eleven is rolling out an anticipated new collection of limited-edition Disney merchandise focused on beloved characters Winnie the Pooh and Lotso Huggin’ Bear, arriving just in time for Valentine’s Day. The new themed range, which features several practical yet adorable items perfect for expressing affection, is scheduled to hit stores across…