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Austin Zhang
Reporter, Culture
Austin previously covered cultural news in South Yorkshire, England, and worked in a local newspaper. He is currently studying for a master's degree in journalism at the University of Hong Kong.
Austin previously covered cultural news in South Yorkshire, England, and worked in a local newspaper. He is currently studying for a master's degree in journalism at the University of Hong Kong.
Areas of Expertise:
Culture, China, politics
Languages Spoken:
English, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin
Called lai see in Cantonese and hong bao in Mandarin, red packets wish good luck and prosperity, but are electronic versions taking over?
Many think those born under the Snake will be unlucky. On the other hand, fewer births means less competition for things like school places.
37 Hong Kong restaurants are on the Michelin-equivalent list published by Meituan, among them The Chairman – now a three-diamond-rated spot.
The chuen hup, also known as a togetherness box, is full of tiny sweet treats that carry rich cultural connotations and auspicious meanings.
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Although snakes are seen as easy to look after, there is plenty that ought to be done to take care of them properly, from food to habitat.
The third day of the Lunar New Year is considered an unlucky day. Shake off that bad luck with a run that snakes through country parks.
The day-long fitness retreat taking place on Lamma Island before Lunar New Year will include strength-building, yoga and Muay Thai classes.
The snake is the Biblical trickster in the Garden of Eden and the enemy of the Norse gods, but also the saviour of the world in Hinduism.
As more young Hongkongers buy snakes as an ‘easy’ pet option, a vet explains the dangers and why prior research is key.
The Korean singer thrilled racing fans with songs from ‘It’s Raining’ to ‘La Song’ – fans called him a ‘star shining on the stage’.
