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Five-kernel mooncakes from the InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong in Tsim Sha Tsui. We dive into the rich history of these “wuren” moocakes, from ancient origins to modern interpretations. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Food and Drinks

What are five-kernel mooncakes? A history of the protein-packed treat

Rich in nuts and seeds, five-kernel mooncakes are making a comeback as a protein-packed alternative to have during the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Travel

Butter believe it – first Paris boutique devoted to France’s favourite fat opens

Travel

Spud-tacular hotel celebrates potatoes in food, facials and farming

Food and Drinks

5 new Hong Kong cafes and coffee shops to try in September 2026

A home-grown cafe returns to Kwun Tong, a Wan Chai pawn shop gets a caffeine kick and new spots open in IFC Mall, Sai Ying Pun and Tai Hang.

The Aerocano at Brown Heart. The Sai Ying Pun coffee shop is one of several exciting new cafe openings in Hong Kong this month. Photo: Instagram/coffeelovenat
The Aerocano at Brown Heart. The Sai Ying Pun coffee shop is one of several exciting new cafe openings in Hong Kong this month. Photo: Instagram/coffeelovenat
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18 new Hong Kong restaurants, bars and bakeries to try in September 2026

There’s a whole host of new eating and drinking experiences to enjoy in September. Here’s our comprehensive list of recommendations.

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South Korea can make good wine - and this producer has the bottles to prove it

Many think South Korea’s climate causes the flavour-masking sweetness of its wine, but Jeong Gyu-song of Jeong Ssang-eun Wine says otherwise.

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Izakaya owner’s favourite Hong Kong spots for wonton noodles and congee

Clement Wong is a fan of comfort food, and has a few regular Hong Kong haunts for Italian, Chinese and Japanese dishes.

[Shutterstock] Hong Kong noodle. Mak’s Noodle (麥奀雲吞麵世家) is a traditional Cantonese restaurant in Central, Hong Kong, specialising in wonton noodles. Photo: Shutterstock Images Asset id: 1397005943
[Shutterstock] Hong Kong noodle. Mak’s Noodle (麥奀雲吞麵世家) is a traditional Cantonese restaurant in Central, Hong Kong, specialising in wonton noodles. Photo: Shutterstock Images Asset id: 1397005943
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Michelin and Black Pearl young chef awardee opens restaurant in Hong Kong

The Divine Dish star Justin Yang blends his Fujianese heritage with modern flair at Quan, a contemporary Chinese restaurant in Central.

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Is Japan’s Marugame Udon biting off more than it can chew with US noodle push?

The restaurant that specialises in thick, chewy udon noodles is taking on a ‘very challenging’ US market far more familiar with ramen.

Music

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, August 21-23

Enjoy live music, karaoke and barbecue, a festival of sports, a Chinese animated film and Ukrainian Culture Day this weekend in Hong Kong.

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The Wai shopping centre in Tai Wai, Hong Kong, will be ending its Music All The Wai celebration on August 22, 2026, with live music and dedicated Spotify playlists among the attractions. Photo: Instagram/thewaimall
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Canned fish dessert, anyone? A Hong Kong food staple is having a gourmet moment

From the US to Europe, these innovators are taking humble Chinese ingredient dau si leng yu – fried dace with black beans – beyond the tin.

Tinned Fish Choco Bonbon, made by cooking salted black beans into a dark chocolate ganache, was created by Jimmy Wong, a California-born pastry chef with Hong Kong heritage. Photo: Jimmy Wong
Tinned Fish Choco Bonbon, made by cooking salted black beans into a dark chocolate ganache, was created by Jimmy Wong, a California-born pastry chef with Hong Kong heritage. Photo: Jimmy Wong
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7 Shenzhen restaurants earn stars in city’s Michelin Guide debut

The first crop of Michelin-star Shenzhen restaurants has been unveiled and there are a few surprises for local fine-dining fans.

Food and Drinks

French sommelier’s Hong Kong food and drink picks for value and quality

Titouan Jounier, head sommelier at one-Michelin-star Louise, shares his favourite restaurants and bars in Hong Kong and beyond.

Food and Drinks

Does Coke taste best in glass bottles? Why Hong Kong drinkers will say yes

Backed by science, local tradition and one unproven rumour, food experts explain why Coke in a glass bottle beats plastic ones and cans.

Drinking Coca-Cola out of a glass bottle tastes best to many Hongkongers, thanks in part to its nostalgic link with the city’s dai pai dongs (open-air food stalls). Photo: May Tse
Food and Drinks

‘Don’t lead with fear’: how host Kristen Kish is redefining Top Chef

The former Top Chef winner and current Emmy-nominated host reflects on prioritising contestant well-being over fear-based leadership.

Kristen Kish in a still from season 23 of Top Chef. The host talks about her approach to the show and reflects on this season’s most talked-about moments. Photo by: Paul Cheney/Bravo via Getty Images
Kristen Kish in a still from season 23 of Top Chef. The host talks about her approach to the show and reflects on this season’s most talked-about moments. Photo by: Paul Cheney/Bravo via Getty Images
Food and Drinks

A Chinese spicy snack has gone viral. Thank ‘Chinamaxxing’ on social media

Oily, chewy, spongy and spicy, Chinese latiao – literally ‘spicy strips’ – are finding fans outside China, driven by social media.

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Why burgers are suddenly everywhere in China

Global giants fight for a bite of China’s burger market as budget-conscious diners and changing eating habits fuel a new fast-food obsession.

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Fame and celebrity

Why Anthony Bourdain biopic ‘Tony’ puts truth on the back burner

The makers of the biopic explain why they invented characters and made Bourdain’s on-screen experiences link to those of star Dominic Sessa.

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Antonio Banderas (left) and Dominic Sessa in a still from the Anthony Bourdain biopic Tony. Photo: A24 via AP
Antonio Banderas (left) and Dominic Sessa in a still from the Anthony Bourdain biopic Tony. Photo: A24 via AP
Food and Drinks

How 2 like-minded chefs are celebrating Chinese diasporic gastronomy in Montreal

Christophe Yu and Nora Lou craft innovative pop-up feasts that blend migration stories, local ingredients and bold flavours.

Performing arts in Hong Kong

Review | A Taste of Home is a wonderful, bittersweet tribute to Hong Kong’s food culture

Rousing, tear-jerking and laugh-out-loud hilarious, Windmill Grass Theatre’s new production is peak Hong Kong food nostalgia.

Food and Drinks

Beef brisket, cart noodles, curry: boutique owner’s top Hong Kong food spots

Leather Healer founder Wayne Lau reveals his favourite Hong Kong restaurants for down-to-earth local cuisine, and one Osaka standout.

Char siu from Dragon State Kitchen Restaurant in Sheung Wan delivers the traditional flavour that Leather Healer founder Wayne Lau says he grew up with. Photo: Instagram/hkfoodiesbite
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How Hong Kong chef Vicky Lau is taking her Tate restaurant to a new level

For Tate’s third incarnation, Lau has forged a new sanctuary that reflects her creative maturity and evolving embrace of Chinese flavours.

Tate chef and founder Vicky Lau is pictured at her new restaurant in Tai Ping Shan Street, Sheung Wan. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Tate chef and founder Vicky Lau is pictured at her new restaurant in Tai Ping Shan Street, Sheung Wan. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Food and Drinks

She’s both a baker and a psychologist, creating recipes to make your life better

Helen Goh talks about combining the two sides of her life in her cookbook ‘Baking and the Meaning of Life’, which won a James Beard award.

Food and Drinks

‘Disappointing’, ‘regret’: chefs on Michelin retiring Green Star accolade

Once a beacon for sustainable dining, Michelin’s Green Star is being phased out globally in favour of a platform called Mindful Voices.

Wellness

Hong Kong’s elderly risk ‘hidden malnutrition’. Expert tips on staying healthy

Many elderly people suffer from severe, unseen nutrient deficiencies. Experts describe the reasons, the signs and how to address it.

Despite the city having the highest life expectancy in the world, Hong Kong’s elderly face “hidden malnutrition” that sees nutrient deficiencies affecting health and independence. Experts describe the body’s key nutrient requirements as we age, and give advice on convenient ways to get them. Photo: Shutterstock
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