Lisa Cam
Correspondent, Culture
Lisa Cam is an award-winning journalist, culinary historian and one of SCMP's food experts. She is the host, producer and co-creator of its Eat Drink Asia video series. Her specialities include the evolution of Asian cuisine, global dining trends and Chinese culture.
Lisa Cam is an award-winning journalist, culinary historian and one of SCMP's food experts. She is the host, producer and co-creator of its Eat Drink Asia video series. Her specialities include the evolution of Asian cuisine, global dining trends and Chinese culture.
Areas of Expertise:
Food & drink, Asia travel, Chinese cultureLanguages Spoken:
Cantonese, English, Mandarin
In Hoi An, on Vietnam’s central coast, com ga is a dish steeped in migrants’ history and tangy flavours.
From pizza and exotic cheeses to Korean pot rice and a modern British gastropub, Hong Kong foodies have a lot of new choices this October.
True crime and cocktails? An event like this completely strips the genre of its investigative integrity and empathy for the victims.
Wang shot for the stars with her work in astronomy and mathematics at a time when learned women did little more than write poetry.
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These century-old ‘leung cha’ cooling teas for ailments such as excess internal heat are finding new fans among health-conscious Gen Z.
We talk to chefs Edward Lee, Pichaya ‘Pam’ Soontornyanakij and Kelvin Cheung on the new series returning to screens after a decade off air.
Martial arts legend Wu Bin talks about mentoring Jet Li and other wushu stars, and how building good habits is key to health in older life.
Feng shui master Andrew Kwan breaks down this lunar month’s prospects for all 12 Chinese zodiac signs in work, finances, romance and health.
From Thailand to Turkey, labels like Etro and Karl Lagerfeld are wooing wealthy buyers looking to do more than just wear their brands.
Extreme heat and storms can severely affect dogs, both physically and emotionally. Here are some expert tips on caring for yours.
Rich in nuts and seeds, five-kernel mooncakes are making a comeback as a protein-packed alternative to have during the Mid-Autumn Festival.
There’s a whole host of new eating and drinking experiences to enjoy in September. Here’s our comprehensive list of recommendations.
Backed by science, local tradition and one unproven rumour, food experts explain why Coke in a glass bottle beats plastic ones and cans.
Over 1,000 years old, Dongba script is associated with the Naxi ethnic minority and is a common sight in Yunnan province’s Lijiang city.
The now 64-year-old Hong Kong-born singer and actor remains one of the industry’s most enduring and unpredictable figures.
Feng shui master Andrew Kwan breaks down this lunar month’s prospects for all 12 Chinese zodiac signs in work, finances, romance and health.
Influencers like Uncle Donnie, Andrew Bui and Mihi Matshingana are connecting a Cantonese-speaking diaspora and inspiring learning.
A flashy food court at Harbour City, a modern Korean joint and a Japanese yakitori chain’s new branch are among the new openings in August.
Christian Hackenberg shares why coffee growing and buying is far from simple, and the challenges farmers face from Indonesia to China.
What if Hong Kong celebrities starred in Harry Potter? Kenneth Lee is using his ADHD-driven creativity to reimagine the franchise.
Leung wasn’t always a ‘Gourmet God’ – as an apprentice, he was expected to clean woks, sharpen knives and even wash his master’s underwear.
Nestled among protected terraced rice paddies 200km from Hanoi, Garrya Mu Cang Chai blends bamboo, wellness and local Hmong tradition.
Feng shui master Andrew Kwan breaks down this lunar month’s prospects for all 12 Chinese zodiac signs in work, finances, romance and health.
After years of people believing that lard is an unhealthy fat, Hong Kong chefs are championing the use of rendered pork fat on their menus.
Two outlets offering prime Japanese beef, an Italian flatbread specialist and a cult Spanish yogurt brand are among new offerings in July.
Chef who was part of the team behind the 1977 ‘imperial’ feast in Hong Kong is planning a modern interpretation, minus the taboo ingredients.
Meet the chefs behind restaurants honouring Hong Kong’s traditional open-air food stalls by serving wok-fried dishes in nostalgic indoor settings.
As World Cup visitors arrive, Downtown Los Angeles has shed its rough reputation, becoming a walkable sports and cultural centre.
Empress Xiaozhuangwen secured power, averted crises and deposed enemies while raising and guiding China’s longest-serving emperor.
