Destinations
Bite-sized chunks of slow, languid exploration
Sipping Tradition: A Complete Guide to Herbal Teas in Hong Kong
Step off the city’s busy streets into a world of herbal tea, where ancient remedies stand the test of time. Here’s my roundup of the city’s most iconic brews.
small MUJI: Enjoying Everyday Items
In the miniature world of Tatsuya Tanaka, your favourite MUJI products are transformed into Hong Kong’s skyline and street life.
Akari by Isamu Noguchi: Where Light Softens Concrete
Step into M+’s Found Space, where an enduring collection of glowing lanterns transforms the brutalist space into a sanctuary of light.
There’s More to the Mid-Autumn Festival than just Mooncakes
Join me in celebrating gratitude and togetherness with the city’s best traditions under the magic of a full moon.
IKEA Hong Kong: 50 Years of Togetherness
Hej! Discover a time capsule of blue-and-yellow magic that celebrates IKEA’s half-century journey in the Hong Kong community. (Limited-edition meatball not guaranteed)
The Complete Guide to Auspicious Foods for Chinese New Year
From puddings and cakes to deep-fried foods and desserts, here’s a roundup of auspicious foods you need to know about and where to pick them up in town.
Decoding Chinese New Year Traditions in Hong Kong
From spring cleaning to couplet hanging and reunion dinners, explore the unique customs and practices that make the celebration special in this vibrant city.
Chinese New Year: Auspicious Greetings Explained [2025]
Wishes galore for the Year of the Snake! Wow friends and family with fail-safe greetings that will keep you prepared for all your prospective red packets.
The Complete Guide to the Folklore Behind Chinese New Year
From the colour red to firecrackers and the animal zodiac, dive into the rich tapestry of folklore behind the most important festival in Chinese culture.
teamLab: Continuous at Tamar Park
White dinosaur eggs by day, glowing ombre against a glittering skyline by night.
Warring States Cyberpunk: A Mesmerising Journey To A Future Existing In The Past
The third stop of Kongkee’s solo exhibition lands in Tai Kwun, with selected works from the Asian Art Museum and newly commissioned pieces.
The Complete Guide to Auspicious Plants for Chinese New Year
Whether you seek romance or happiness, wealth or health, these auspicious flowers and green plants are bound to reel in luck and prosperity for the coming year.
Vital Signs at Tai Kwun: Lights Resurrected by Tetra Neon Exchange
A throwback to my favourite exhibition of 2023, Vital Signs, curated by Tetra Neon Exchange to showcase Hong Kong’s vibrant neon heritage.
Checking Into The Fleming: A Fusion of Maritime History and Modernity
Inspired by the crossroads between East and West, The Fleming pays homage to Hong Kong's maritime heritage with an air of elegance from the 1950s.
Cracking Art at Harbour City: Supersized Animals for Environmental Conservation
Supersized, out-of-place and boldly coloured animal sculptures. What’s not to like about them?
Checking Into The Silveri: MGallery’s First Property in Hong Kong
Looking for somewhere chic to stay during a layover in Hong Kong? Here’s a glimpse of the MGallery property located atop the largest outlet mall in town, surrounded by Lantau Island’s natural scenery.
Checking Into the Arca: Where Elegant Design Meets Playful Soul
The hip hotel of 2021, the Arca is Yulan Group’s latest boutique hotel located in the budding commercial area of Wong Chuk Hang. The property features inviting aesthetics, lush outdoor space, and a rooftop infinity pool.
Checking Into The St. Regis Hong Kong: The Latest Luxury Hotel in Town
Housed in a glittering tower on Wan Chai’s waterfront, The St. Regis Hong Kong is Marriott’s 7,000th property globally with interiors curated by André Fu to embody contemporary luxe.
Checking Into the Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel: The Sheltered Urban Oasis
The Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel is one of the newer additions to the city, opening in late 2018. It’s situated right on the doorstep of Ocean Park’s entrance in Wong Chuk Hang, a mere 15 minutes away from Admiralty.
Neighbourhood Guide to Shek Kip Mei: A Trove of Pastel-Coloured Buildings
Growing up in the neighbourhood, Shek Kip Mei has always appeared a mellow district but its history was far from that.
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