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Sun Hang Yuen’s beef and egg sandwiches use fresh meat rather than canned corned beef. Photo: Sun Hang Yuen
Food and Drinks

How Hong Kong’s egg and beef sandwich became so beloved and where to eat it

A staple snack at cafes and restaurants in the city, the Hong Kong-style egg and beef sandwich is revered among locals and tourists alike.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to release more than 16,000 new columbarium niches

Hong Kong

Editorial | Rich city traditions help attract tourists

History

Andrew Bull was at the epicentre of Hong Kong’s disco and concert scene

Trailblazing DJ and concert promoter on how Hong Kong’s disco scene exploded, and losing HK$10m on a Celine Dion concert.

DJ Andrew Bull poses for a portrait at Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Hong Kong. Photo: Jake S Thomas
Hong Kong tourism

Dragon Boat competition in Hong Kong to draw 4,500 athletes from 12 countries

A food market and pop-up store will also take place in run-up to the event happening from June 7 to 8.

Architecture and design

Inside One Bedford Place, an architect’s nostalgic tribute to old Hong Kong

For a new office tower in Tai Kok Tsui, architect Frank Leung drew on classic Hong Kong style to create contemporary interiors that blend tradition with modernity.

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Hong Kong society

American Idol creator Simon Fuller launches search for Hong Kong’s next pop star

Collaboration with Jockey Club will see winner join ‘multicultural pop group’ Now United and take to the stage at the races.

American Idol creator Simon Fuller (left) and Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, chief executive of the Jockey Club, announce a citywide talent search to find Hong Kong’s next pop star. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong

Your perfect week: what to do in Hong Kong, May 11-17

Cheese-infused sushi at Roucou, art with wine at ThinkWine, urban art in Tai Kok Tsui and a one-night revival of Canton Disco at The Trilogy.

Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Hong Kong director Teddy Chen’s 3 Mission: Impossible-style misfires

Spurred by Mission: Impossible’s success, Chen made three films full of CIA agents and explosions aimed at Western audiences. None did well.

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Art

From Hong Kong to Mayfair: inside Rosamond and Ben Brown’s art world empire

Pillars of Hong Kong’s art scene, a mother and son team reveal the fine art of collecting and their ‘Warren Buffett’-style role.

Ben and Rosamond Brown at Ben’s house in Notting Hill, London. Photo: Jack Orton
Hong Kong economy

Cheap tickets for Hong Kong Cinema Day draw fans and calls for more promotions

Local productions emerge as popular choices for cinema-goers snapping up HK$30 tickets.

People could buy tickets for HK$30 for screenings at cinemas across the city on Saturday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

‘We tried our best’: owners of failed Hong Kong congee chain break silence

Ocean Empire Food Shop founders say they spent more than HK$30 million of their personal funds in a bid to save company.

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Hong Kong society

Annual Hong Kong book fair bans 3 exhibitors ‘without explanation’

Bbluesky Publishing and Boundary Bookstore say they earlier received notices that their applications for July’s fair had been rejected.

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Old Hong Kong

How do Hong Kong’s old shops preserve the city’s history and charm?

Old family-run establishments give the city its unique character and enthusiasts are recording their stories before it’s too late.

The vintage decor of Tai On Coffee and Tea on Canton Road, Yau Ma Tei, which opened in 1969, remains intact. Photo: Eugene Chan
Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Tony Leung Ka-fai on his craft as an actor ahead of Cannes premiere

Prolific Hong Kong actor feels ‘very lucky’ to have played so many different characters, and reveals what goes into creating them.

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Hong Kong actor Tony Leung Ka-fai at the 2025 Far East Film Festival in Udine, Italy, where he presented director Tsui Hark with a lifetime achievement award. Photo: Riccardo Modena
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Can Hong Kong truly live up to its ‘Asia’s world city’ brand?

To thrive as a superconnector, the city must draw on its roots as a place where East meets West, not just in geography but in spirit.

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Hong Kong society

How Kwai Chung Plaza became an affordable culinary hotspot for Hongkongers

Plaza breaks mould of modern shopping centres, offering affordable eats ranging from fishballs to egg waffles and local-style beef sliders.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Bomb hoax suspect arrested over calls made ahead of Nicholas Tse Hong Kong show

Woman, 28, allegedly made five reports on April 27 about a bomb at Kai Tak Sports Park.

Cantopop star Nicholas Tse put on four shows at Kai Tak Stadium in April. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong celebrities and icons

When the place to be seen in Hong Kong was Canton Disco

Kylie Minogue made her live debut there. Sylvester Stallone’s Rambo III after-party was there. Canton Disco made a splash from 1985 to 1991.

Hong Kong celebrities and icons

Profile | Hong Kong actress and singer Gigi Leung’s 3 decades in the limelight

With over 50 films, more than 20 albums, charity work and a business under her belt, Gigi Leung has packed a lot into her 30-year career.

Horoscopes

What’s your Chinese horoscope for May 2025?

Most of the signs are in for a pretty good month, but Tigers, Dogs and Pigs should stay vigilant – famous Snakes include Oprah, Taylor Swift, Brad Pitt and Bob Dylan.

The Chinese Zodiac is generally positive for May 2025. Illustration: SCMP Graphics
Performing arts in Hong Kong

Send in the clowns: Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza returns to Hong Kong

Cirque du Soleil’s whimsical tale returns to Hong Kong with its fantastical costumes, comedy clowns and classic acts.

The cast of Kooza takes a bow after a show in Seattle in March before the show heads to Hong Kong. Photo: Jocelyn Tam
Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Review | A Gilded Game: Oho Ou, Andy Lau lead moralistic financial drama

Lau plays an equity analyst and Ou his protégé, a fresh-faced bank hire chasing a big deal, in Herman Yau’s financial drama.

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Old Hong Kong

Then & Now | Pipe dreams: how Scottish settlers brought bagpipes to Hong Kong

As the enduring popularity of bagpipes proves, Hong Kong culture is as diverse as it is distinct.

Hong Kong society

Law changes passed allowing small-scale harbour reclamation in Hong Kong

Lawmakers urge government to raise awareness among residents about the changes.

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Large-scale reclamation is banned in Hong Kong’s famed Victoria Harbour. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Hongkongers rush to snap up HK$30 film tickets ahead of Cinema Day

More than 10,000 people also queuing online to get hands on tickets for Saturday on Broadway Circuit website, according to check by Post.

Hongkongers have rushed to movie theatres to get their hands on tickets ahead of Cinema Day. Photo: Dickson Lee
Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

What cinema legend Sylvia Chang thinks about first-time directors

Whether as actress, writer or producer, Taiwanese screen veteran loves working with emerging film talent – they offer ‘something different’.

Hong Kong society

Cheung Chau local, Hong Kong ice climber emerge as bun-grabbing contest winners

Island local Kwok Ka-ming clinches his 10th win, while ice climber Janet Kung earns ‘queen of bun queens’ title for repeat wins.

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