Hong Kong’s take on Peking duck, China’s ancient Qing dynasty: 7 Lifestyle highlights

From legacy of China’s Qing dynasty to Hong Kong romance films that pushed boundaries, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting

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The signature Peking duck at Hong Kong’s Hutong restaurant is flamed and carved at the table. Photo: Hutong

Published: 3:15pm, 20 Nov 2025Updated: 3:57pm, 20 Nov 2025

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1. How top Hong Kong chefs make their Peking duck extra special

Marinated in a rich blend of Sichuan spices and roasted until the skin transforms into a crackling golden armour, the flaming Peking duck at Hutong restaurant in Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui neighbourhood is a feast for the senses.

2. Shameful period? How China’s Qing dynasty brought both wealth and humiliation

The Qianlong Emperor was the fifth emperor of China’s Qing dynasty, reigning from 1735-1796. Photo: Handout

The Qing dynasty (1644-1912) was the last imperial dynasty of China. During the Qing, which lasted almost 270 years, China experienced unprecedented wealth and stability, and cosmopolitan culture flourished.

3. Wicked: For Good – Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo dazzle in Part 2

Ariana Grande (left) and Cynthia Erivo in a still from Wicked: For Good (category: I), directed by Jon M. Chu and co-starring Michelle Yeoh.

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