I say sort of, because really, there isn’t much work to be done. Go to the supermarket, buy the Taco sauce, Taco shells, Taco seasoning (optional), Lettuce, Tomatoes, mince beef/chicken, Avocado, Cheese. The only cooking you have to do is … Continue reading
One of the must do items on our itinerary was a day trip to Shen Zhen. Danli was telling us about the bargain shopping, cheap massages, and manicures just across the border. And at that point of time, the 45min … Continue reading
Yup you guessed it, froyo again. Anyone has the calorie breakdown for a Yo Mama froyo?
I find great joy in discovering new hole-in-the-wall restaurants with tasty local food. Maybe it’s because of its rustic décor and local flavours, it so satisfying finding a rare gem of an eatery amongst old shop houses hidden in small … Continue reading
I love travelling on the ‘Ding Dings’! The tram line has been carrying passengers from the East to the West of Hong Kong Island since 1904 (more specifically travelling from Kennedy Town to Shau Kei Wan). It’s a wonderful way … Continue reading
In Singapore we have our Cold Storage, Giant, Marketplace,NTUC Fairprice. In Hong Kong they have Wellcome, Taste, Great Food Hall and ParknShop. The other day, I went into the Great Food Hall at Pacific Place, and was surprised with the … Continue reading
Right next to Lei Garden at IFC Mall hides a small Chinese dessert place called Honeymoon Dessert. We were full from dinner, so we ordered dessert to share. We had tang yuen in sesame & walnut soup, and mango pomelo … Continue reading
There’s always a sense of mystery and obscurity when you turn the corner into an alley in Hong Kong. You never know what you’d find or see. It also makes for great photographs. Wan Chai Alley
Before we came to Hong Kong, we tried to compile a food/restaurant hit list. That’s when Evan’s foodie friend Paul stepped in and sent her a comprehensive restaurant list sorted by cuisine. To take it a step further, he even … Continue reading
After a night of partying, I wasn’t counting on the girls to be awake in time for brunch, so instead, we opted for high tea at IFC Mall. Went through the mall directory looking for a suitable place, and finally … Continue reading
Another night out in Hong Kong. We headed out to Beijing Club on Wellington Street and met with an old friend from Perth. My girlies just before we headed out. Beijing Club 2/f, 3/F & 5/F Wellington Place 2-8 Wellington … Continue reading
When Anita was in Singapore, she told me the best drunken food after a night of clubbing is Poutine. I had to give it a try when I was in Hong Kong. Cul-de-sac G/F Block A Winner Building Wing Wah … Continue reading
For our first big night in Hong Kong, we hit Prive at Lan Kwai Fong. Prive The Centrium, 60 Wyndham Street, Central Hong Kong I’m not going to try documenting this in words, I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves.
Now I’ve come to my favourite part of the evening. My first taste of Yo Ma Ma froyo. Dru has been going on non-stop about this dessert place at Pacific Place, and has sent me blackberry pictures of it countless … Continue reading
More walking till our feet gave way. And more lomo-ing till we run out of battery. We were planning to go out clubbing that night, and for our first night out in Hong Kong, we thought we’d give ourselves the … Continue reading
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After walking around for hours, our dim sum brunch wore off and we were in search for a famous dessert stall called “Lucky Desserts â€. Finally found it with Danli’s great sense of direction. Lucky Desserts （發記甜å“） G/F, 532 Jaffe … Continue reading
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Danli is a Hong Kong veteran, so she meandered through the crowds and alleys to reach our favourite store G.O.D (Goods of Desire) and Muji. G.O.D. is store that stocks everything Ol’ Skool oriental chic, from retro bar soaps and … Continue reading
So after out brunch, we were ready to hit the streets of Causeway Bay. I love how this place is so busy and so alive, even on a weekday. We went into shopping arcades and boutique stores looking for unique … Continue reading
Day 2 and meal 2 of our trip, we decided to try out a dim sum restaurant recommended by Danli’s colleague. Royal Palace Chinese Restaurant is situated in the Windsor House building at Causeway Bay. Address: 311 Gloucester Road 14/F … Continue reading
