Trip Moments Recommendations
Changsha Bay's Affordable Pickled Fish
When it comes to affordable pickled fish in Changsha Bay, this place is a must-visit. A large plate with noodles or rice costs only $268.
This time, we tried the old-fashioned pickled fish soup with bass slices. The large plate was really generous. The soup base had a fragrant sesame flavor, and the mild spiciness we chose was just right, with a perfect balance of sourness and numbness, not too spicy and great with rice.
In addition to fish slices, the pickled fish also came with enoki mushrooms, tofu skin, soybeans, baby cabbage, potatoes, lettuce, tofu, and potato slices, all topped generously.
The bass was boneless and the meat was fresh and sweet. Pairing a slice of fish with a sip of soup and some rice was the best! If you find it too spicy, just order a cold salted lemon 7-Up.
We also ordered the spicy beef tripe for a little extra. The portion was generous, and the beef tripe was chewy and delightfully spicy.
This neighborhood eatery offers great value for money with generous portions, which is why it's still crowded even at 9 PM.
Fish You Together (Changsha Bay)
Shop 1, G/F, 391 Cheung Sha Wan Road, Cheung Sha Wan
Shrimp Feast
Today, I had to go to Tsim Sha Tsui to pick up a Christmas Panettone, so I decided to have a meal with friends at Hyatt Regency, as it had been a while since our last visit.
Looking at the chef's recommendations, they recently launched a series of shrimp dishes that seemed quite appealing, so we decided to have a shrimp feast, adding a few other dishes to make it a satisfying meal.
Starting with the cold dishes, the spicy sauce mixed with shrimp and kale was visually pleasing. The two main ingredients, the tender shrimp and the crispy kale, paired with the homemade, mildly spicy sauce, made for a perfect appetizer.
After warming up, the dishes started arriving one after another. The stir-fried tiger prawns with three types of onions and Sichuan pepper were large and bouncy, with the Sichuan pepper adding a fragrant and spicy flavor. The base ingredients, including green onions and red onions, were also delicious.
After two shrimp dishes, we switched flavors with the chicken with shallots, black garlic, and fermented black beans. As expected, the chicken was tender, and the black garlic was the best supporting ingredient, accompanied by fermented black beans and green and red peppers, making it flavorful and delicious.
After the chicken, we returned to the shrimp. The double-colored chopped chili shrimp was a first for us, usually paired with fish heads. The red and yellow chili pieces looked intense, but from experience, the yellow chili was actually more stimulating. The base ingredients, including cordyceps flowers, wood ear mushrooms, and vermicelli, made the dish colorful and rich.
For some reason, we always crave some roasted meat, so we ordered the char siu and roasted pork belly. The char siu was tender with slightly charred edges, very tasty. The roasted pork belly had distinct layers and crispy skin, equally delicious.
Of course, we also had to have some vegetables. The cordyceps flowers and goji berries soaked in shrimp broth made the spinach and cordyceps flowers feel even healthier.
The fried rice also had shrimp. This pot of glutinous rice was actually a mix of two types of rice, stir-fried with river shrimp and preserved meat, making it very flavorful and satisfying with every bite.
By this time, we were quite full, so we ordered the signature custard buns and sesame cake for dessert to share. The custard buns, a long-time favorite, had layers of flavor, and the sesame cake was rich, satisfying our sweet cravings.
Restaurant Information:
Hyatt Regency
3/F, Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, 18 Hanoi Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Flowing Echo Journey
In the concrete jungle of Hong Kong, life moves at a fast and stressful pace. If you want to relax over the weekend and enjoy some natural scenery, there's a simple and accessible place known as the 'Mirror of the Sky' - the Flowing Echo Reservoir!
The bald cypress trees at Flowing Echo Reservoir have always been a popular spot for hikers and photographers, turning red from December to January each winter. Located in the Northern District, the hiking trails are well-connected and easily accessible!
This time, due to the weather not being cold enough, only one or two bald cypress trees had turned red. However, the hiking trail is easy, and you can feel the cool breeze, making it very comfortable and worth a visit!
Weekend Seafood Feast
For us city dwellers, spending the weekend with friends in Sai Kung, enjoying seafood, sipping coffee, and taking photos is a great way to relax.
Last time we tried Luk Fook, so this time we decided to visit another famous restaurant in the area, Sing Kee Seafood Restaurant.
Being lazy as usual, I followed the group, with someone having already prepared the menu in advance.
Once everyone arrived, we started with the pan-fried cuttlefish cakes. They were incredibly bouncy and flavorful. While some preferred them plain, I found that a bit of sweet and sour chicken sauce made them even better.
Next up was my favorite dish of the meal, the drunken mantis shrimp in Huadiao wine. The shrimp was tender and juicy, with the wine adding just the right amount of flavor without overpowering the shrimp. It was excellent!
When it comes to soup in places like this, simplicity is key. With plenty of mixed fish available, a simple tomato and papaya fish soup was deliciously sweet and homely.
The salt and pepper fresh abalone is a signature dish here and not to be missed. The abalone was coated in a thin golden crust, crispy on the outside while remaining tender inside, and very flavorful.
Following that was the steamed scallops with rice vermicelli in red wine lees. The vibrant color and wine aroma elevated the dish, combining perfectly with the vermicelli and perfectly cooked scallops. It was quite interesting.
The final seafood dish was Thai-style lobster with crispy rice noodles. I was surprised to find Thai flavors here! The Australian lobster was meaty and of high quality. The crispy rice noodles underneath were not just a side dish; adding the Thai curry sauce made it truly delightful.
Unexpectedly, the non-seafood dishes were just as impressive, like the honey mustard hawthorn ribs. They were crispy, with the mustard not too overpowering, and the fresh hawthorn added a natural flavor. I couldn't stop eating them.
The stir-fried kale with shrimp paste was aromatic and flavorful, much more appealing than just a plain stir-fry.
To cater to different tastes, there were two types of fried rice, spicy and non-spicy. Personally, I voted for the spicy Thai-style minced meat fried rice.
The osmanthus jelly was refreshing, and the Yakult jelly, a signature dish of Sing Kee for many years, was of high quality.
Restaurant Information:
Sing Kee Seafood Restaurant
33-39 Sai Kung Main Street, Sai Kung, Hong Kong
Amelia Restaurant: A Must-Try Culinary Experience in Tsim Sha Tsui
Located in the Ocean Terminal of Harbour City, Amelia offers a cleverly designed ground floor with both indoor and outdoor seating. Whether you want to enjoy a leisurely dinner or feel the gentle sea breeze, there is a perfect spot for every diner.
We visited Amelia on a Sunday evening for a family gathering. Since we made the reservation on the same day, only outdoor seating was available. Despite the cold weather forecast, the outdoor seating was surprisingly comfortable, with no trace of chill. The stunning view of Victoria Harbour, enhanced by Christmas lights, made the experience even more enchanting.
The menu offers three sets to choose from, and you need to decide before being seated. We opted for the premium set and added an extra $188 for unlimited oysters. Choosing the premium set doesn't limit you to only the premium main dishes; it also includes the main dishes from the basic set.
You can order soup/salad & appetizer/dessert through your phone, with a limit on the number of items per person every ten minutes. Main dishes and oysters need to be ordered through the staff. The 120-minute dining time is more than enough to try all the dishes. The freshly shucked oysters were incredibly fresh and delicious, highly recommended 👍🏻. My favorites were the scallops, seasonal fish (eel), and pistachio ice cream 💗💗. Other dishes were also good, but the wagyu burger patty wasn't to my taste.
🕰️ Business Hours: 12:00-22:00
📍 Address: Amelia Hong Kong (Tsim Sha Tsui)
Shop G63, G/F, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
💰 Cost: $850/ppl
Want to have a happy hour after work, but also want to relax and talk?
#ChristmasGood Places2024
This restaurant has a variety of traditional American delicacies, and instant coffee ️,
Wooden design, with crystal chandelier, spacious and comfortable environment.
The space is good. The shop has Christmas decorations, which is atmospheric.
Packets are provided before meals, preferring the garlic butter flavor.
Fluffy and slightly smoky, dipped in black vinegar/olive oil to eat together, has a unique flavor.
Classic lasagna
The sauce is sweet and sour and appetizing, the tomato puree with minced meat, cheese, more fragrant.
Classic Italian cheese chicken steak
The chicken steak was thick and mouth-watering, and served with Mozzarella cheese was particularly savory and cheesy.
Amaroni's Dessert Platter
The citrus rolls are crispy on the outside and wrapped in smooth cheese for a double taste.
The tiramisu has a strong coffee flavor, the pistachio lemon tiramisu has a prominent lemon flavor, and the chocolate brownie cake goes best with vanilla ice cream
It really has a good portion. Dessert lovers love it
📍Address: Shop LG1-32, LG1, Another Town, 80 Da Road, Kowloon Tong
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🇭🇰Hong Kong's most beautiful giant Christmas tree🎄Panda🐼photo spot🥰You don't have to go and take a photo
Hong Kong is full of Christmas atmosphere. It is recommended to go there at 5:30pm to see the sunset over the sea view, record the warm winter moments, and mark 2024 as a perfect mark. Hurry up and check in!
🏖️Environment/Facilities: The 20-meter-tall West Kowloon Christmas tree is here! The Christmas town where this year’s West Kowloon Christmas tree is located covers an area of more than 10,000 square feet, an increase of 30% compared to last year. This giant outdoor Christmas tree, over 20 meters tall, is equivalent to a six-story building. For the first time, projection technology has been introduced and turned into a giant canvas! Four "Winter Harbor Fireworks on the Water" will also be held at the West Kowloon Waterfront. The first fireworks display is scheduled for 7:30 on the opening night of the parade. The Hong Kong Tourism Board also held a New Year’s Eve countdown fireworks display on New Year’s Eve, December 31. The town has an 8-meter-long train loaded with gifts, as well as more than 10 beautifully decorated Christmas trees of different sizes. In addition, childlike visitors can also interact with the Christmas elves who are busy "delivering gifts", and the recently popular cute pandas will also appear in the town in Christmas costumes.
🕰️Business hours: The West Kowloon Christmas Tree and Christmas Town will open on November 22, 2024, and the event will last until January 1, 2025. The lighting time of the Christmas town is from 5:00pm to 11:00pm every day, and the projection of the giant Christmas tree starts at 6:00pm every day and is played every hour.
📍Address: West of the Lawn, West Kowloon Cultural District
💞Recommendation reason: The beautiful scenery is suitable for the whole family to take photos and check in #香港好 Place #Parent-Child Good Place #西Kowloon Cultural District #Giant Christmas Tree #Hong Kong Travel #Christmas Good Place #Panda #National Treasure #Photography #Portrait Photography #Christmas
Sunset Like a Painting: West Kowloon at Dusk
🌅 Sunset Moments at West Kowloon Cultural District 🌅
Every time the sun sets, the whole world seems to be bathed in golden light. At the West Kowloon Cultural District, I once again felt this magical charm. This place is not only a palace of art and culture but also an excellent spot to watch the sunset.
In this tranquil moment, the sky is dyed with warm orange hues, and the clouds gently dance as if telling countless stories. At that moment, I forgot the busy life, and my soul was soothed by the beauty of nature, as if time had stood still.
Whether sitting quietly alone or sharing with close friends, such a sunset makes one feel content. Every ray of light, every cloud, is a wonderful painting by nature. And in this moment, I felt the beauty and hope of life.
I hope my sharing can also let you feel this tranquility and beauty. If you haven't been to the West Kowloon Cultural District yet, don't miss this excellent sunset viewing spot! 🌞
🕒 Best Time to Shoot
The sunset time varies with the seasons, so it is recommended to arrive 30 minutes early, choose a good spot, and get ready to enjoy the moment.
A Korean-style street food stall in Tai Kok Tsui offers fresh soy sauce crab noodles.
My friend wanted to eat soy sauce crab, so they brought me to this Korean restaurant located in Tai Kok Tsui. The decor of the Korean-style street food stall makes you feel like you are really in Korea.
Soy Sauce Crab Noodles (Special Price $198)
The main attraction is, of course, the soy sauce crab. The restaurant is currently offering a promotion where you can enjoy soy sauce crab noodles with crab meat and roe for $198. It comes with crab roe, soy sauce shaved ice soup base, and refreshing cold noodles. The soy sauce crab is incredibly fresh, with smooth crab meat and roe marinated with top-quality Yeonpyeong Island crabs from Korea, without any fishy taste. However, it's only available all day from Monday to Thursday and before 7:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. The promotion also requires a reservation by phone in advance.
Flaming Soy Sauce Ribs $188
We also ordered the flaming soy sauce ribs, marinated with a special Korean spicy sauce. The ribs are tender and flavorful, slow-cooked to perfection. The name 'flaming ribs' comes from the fact that the staff pours soju over the ribs and sets them on fire, creating an impressive visual effect and adding a charred aroma to the ribs.
Pineapple Sorbet $58
For dessert, we had the pineapple sorbet, served in a hollowed-out pineapple. The presentation is exquisite, and the sorbet has a rich pineapple flavor with bits of pineapple flesh.
Shinsadong Street Food Stall (Tai Cheng Street) (Tai Kok Tsui)
Ground Floor, 10 Tai Cheng Street, Tai Kok Tsui.
Steamed Seafood and Hotpot: Satisfy Two Cravings at Once
As the weather cools down, the craving for hotpot arises. Someone suggested an even better idea: combining steamed seafood with hotpot.
Steamed seafood pots are a nostalgic way to enjoy the original flavors of seafood. I remember when Chiu Fook popularized this trend, opening multiple branches and becoming widely known.
Combining steamed seafood with hotpot satisfies two cravings at once, and I had no objections.
Near the entrance, there is a large fish tank filled with a variety of fresh, lively seafood.
A glance at the menu reveals prices that seem to have turned back time. From my memory, Chiu Fook's prices were higher even a decade ago.
Whether enjoying a steam pot or hotpot, having drinks is essential. The beverage cabinet outside offers unlimited beer, soda, and sugarcane root water.
The meal starts with a soup. Tonight's black chicken soup was rich and flavorful, a pleasant surprise.
After the soup, we began tasting the steamed seafood. Just like in the past, someone managed the timing for us. The first course was live shellfish, including clams and cockles, each one fresh and tender, needing no additional sauces.
Next was lobster, half a lobster per person. The white lobster meat spoke for itself, and each bite was satisfying.
We then chose four types of seafood: oysters, razor clams, scallops, and abalone. The oysters were plump and fresh.
With a professional managing the timing, the razor clams remained crisp and not chewy, steamed with garlic and vermicelli. If I had done it myself, they might have been overcooked.
The scallops were tender, and even the abalone was not tough.
After the seafood, we had two types of meatballs: preserved vegetable steamed pork balls and fresh shrimp balls. I preferred the latter for its bouncy texture.
We then had steamed chicken with cordyceps flowers before moving on to the hotpot.
We chose a clear lamb broth for friends who don't eat beef. The broth was better than expected, with corn and lamb, and no unpleasant smell.
A platter of beef, lamb, and pork satisfied the meat lovers. The lamb had a good amount of fat, but as a beef lover, I preferred the beef.
Vegetables and instant noodles were available outside, but by this point, most people were too full to eat much more. A couple of bowls of vegetables were enough.
Of course, we didn't forget the congee base, which had absorbed all the seafood essence, making it incredibly sweet.
The final dessert was red date cake, but if you don't like Chinese pastries, there was also ice cream available outside to satisfy your sweet tooth.
It was definitely another night of being stuffed to the brim.
Restaurant Information:
Fresh Taste Steamed Hotpot
1/F, 61 Tong Mi Road, Mong Kok
Carebear logs into The ONE🤣Rainbow🌈Doll Wall😌Super big Carebear waiting for everyone to take photos
This Christmas 🎄 there will be The ONE x Care BearsTM Dreamland event in Tsim Sha Tsui 🤣
Here will be 3 meters high plush velvet Share Bear and 4 meters high Care Bear love joint cute Christmas tree and other photo spots 😌 If you plan to come to Tsim Sha Tsui to take pictures then you must come 😗
During the event, you can enjoy the first 3m high plush velvet Share Bear in Hong Kong 🤣 Of course, it is rare to miss the members of Care Bears 😌 He created 6 fantastic scenes together 😝
The most eye-catching one must be the 4 meter high Care Bears cute Christmas tree 🌲 It is made of 36 65 cm high colorful plush velvet Care Bears series 😜 and their dolls look different 😜 really strong Funny🤣
There are also a few interesting photo spots😍
If you are interested 😌 must come
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Hong Kong Disneyland🫶🏻A must-visit every Christmas🎄😬Super dreamy check-in decoration🥰Girls’ hearts will explode
Every year Christmas 🎄 Hong Kong Disneyland is definitely the place I look forward to the most 💪🏻
Because her Christmas decorations are fantastic🙈 super girly🫶🏻
It's a place you can't miss at Christmas😳
Hong Kong Disneyland has prepared many Christmas🧑🎄 traditional activities for you to spend this festival with Disney characters😛 and one of them includes the dream come true Christmas tree lighting ceremony🙆🏻♀️ is the most popular program every day😬
It added a new Christmas pattern 🥹 composed of drones to make the whole lighting even better 🥰
In addition, of course, there is Mickey and Friends Christmas Ball 🤣 we can hear the Christmas song 😂
However, I think the biggest highlight of this Christmas will be the Frozen theme park🙈 The town of Allendale will have the world's first snowflake Christmas🤓 It's like going to the snow scene in the movie scene🥹 taking pictures It's so cool to hear 🫶🏻
Everyone must go to Disneyland for Christmas
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Shenzhen Surrounding Tours｜Three Recommended Christmas Check-in Spots.
The Christmas atmosphere in major shopping malls has reached 99.99%
Current crowd levels:
Harbour City > Shenzhen Bay MixC > One Avenue
K11 requires reservation 📱
🎄 Harbour City
📍L1 near Lane Crawford towards Ocean Terminal
You can take photos of the sea view during the day
Lots of Christmas tree installations
The escalators and L2 spots are also good
🎄 Shenzhen Bay MixC
📍Around Avenue of Stars
Giant cats & kittens
All dressed up in Christmas makeup
The Christmas tree wall is very photogenic
🎄 One Avenue
📍In front of gaga
Only one Christmas tree
I went there at 8 PM on Tuesday
It didn't snow at night ❌
The specific snowing time is currently uncertain ❄️
🎄 K11 Dior Christmas Tree
⚠️ Reservation only for 🇭🇰/🇲🇴 phones
The official website is now open for reservations
Date: 11.23.24—02.01.25
Time: 10:00-22:00
Winter in Saint Petersburg: Romance and Splendor in the Snow
Saint Petersburg, the northern gem of Russia, reveals a unique charm in winter. As snowflakes gently fall, the entire city transforms into a fairy tale world.
Walking through the streets of Saint Petersburg, you will be awed by the magnificent architecture. The grandeur of the Winter Palace, the solemnity of the Kazan Cathedral, and the exquisite beauty of the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood all speak to the city's rich history and cultural heritage. Covered in snow, these buildings exude an even more mysterious aura.
The Neva River also has its own winter charm. The river freezes over, and people play and skate on the ice, their laughter echoing in the air. At night, the lights along the riverbank shine brightly, reflecting on the ice, creating a dreamlike scene.
There are many unique activities to enjoy in Saint Petersburg during winter. You can watch a spectacular ballet performance at the Mariinsky Theatre or participate in the local ice and snow festival to experience the warmth and joy of the Russian people.
Of course, don't forget to savor the local cuisine. A steaming bowl of borscht, delicious caviar, and sweet chocolate will warm and satisfy you on a cold winter day.
In the winter of Saint Petersburg, you will find romance and splendor intertwined, creating an unforgettable picture.
The whole city is attracting attention 🥰 Hong Kong’s most popular spot 😛 Harbor City Christmas lights
Every year Harbor City has a nice Christmas installation🙈 This year of course there will be
He has collaborated with miniature photography artist Tatsuya Tanaka😳 He will have his first Christmas-themed art event on January 1, 2025🙆🏻♀️
Among them, The Big Little Christmas large outdoor Christmas installation on the seafront also has a Countdown to Mini-mas micromodel exhibition🤓
First of all, there is The Big Little Christmas in the open air square
For example, there is a sugar sleigh, a 5m high cozy cabin and a 10m Christmas tree with a Christmas hat 😉
The 8m high wooden Christmas countdown calendar is at the entrance to the main staircase of the Maritime Terminal😬
Each grid with a careful look has surprise gifts🎁 such as giant Christmas ball decorations, holly, Christmas tree stars, etc.😛
And the whole staircase is covered with silver sparkling Christmas trees 🎄 and Christmas gifts 🎁🫶🏻
It's like walking into a large miniature scene to take pictures🙈
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Over 300 HKD for all-you-can-eat, including caviar!!
Today is my day off, so I went out with a friend for some food. They suggested an all-you-can-eat place, and without hesitation, we went to the top-tier buffet restaurant, Den·Daikiya. Luckily, we had a reservation because the place was packed. Can you believe it? For just over 300 HKD, you can eat as much caviar as you want! The flavors were incredibly fresh and rich. It was amazing!
The Japanese sea urchin melts in your mouth, so fresh and delicious. The sea urchin, toro, and dried cod hand roll was very tempting. The Japanese sea urchin was sweet and plump, combined with creamy toro and fresh salmon roe, offering a rich and layered texture. I couldn't stop eating!
Sushi & Sashimi: There were sea urchins, salmon, ark shell, yellowtail, pond fish, sweet shrimp, whelk, scallops, and more.
Cooked Dishes: There were squab, giant fish maw, salt-grilled beef tongue, garlic-baked scallops, grilled chicken kidneys, golden crab congee, foie gras toast with caviar, and more.
Desserts: Various ice creams, popsicles, cheesecakes, tofu pudding, assorted fruits, and more.
Drinks: Various teas, sodas, plum wine, beer, sake, hot drinks, and more.
The giant fish maw steak was amazing, very large and thick, rich in collagen, with a great texture and smoothness. The yellowtail and salmon sashimi were thickly sliced, offering a rich texture and filled with the aroma of fish oil, fresh and delicious.
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📍Den·Daikiya (Mong Kok)
2/F, Royal Plaza Hotel, 193 Prince Edward Road West, Mong Kok
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My Deer Christmas🥰The Tsim Sha Tsui fantasy deer has landed on isquare😳
The footsteps of Christmas👣 get closer and closer🥹
There is a My "Deer" Christmas themed photo spot at iSQUARE 😉
It is hosted by the popular Fluffy House character My Dear Deer
Nearly a hundred cute little deer became a large installation in the mall for the first time😳
It's really eye-catching in the middle road
And it has three must-check areas
Highlights of the event include three carefully designed photo spots😬
First there is My “Deer” Christmas fantastic cute deer Christmas town 😛
6m high pink and blue deer giant Christmas pendant 🥰 is definitely the most attractive photo spot
Then be sure to go up to the 3rd floor of the Deer Tree Silver Flower Fairytale Kingdom😌
There is a newly designed 3m high deer Christmas tree🎄 on display
There are many cute antler Christmas hats on the tree🙈 very Christmas atmosphere
Finally, don't miss the Christmas Deer Park Forest Tour in the lobby🤓 It's like having a feeling of playing in a snowy forest🌳 deer
Fantastic deer Christmas town is my favorite😬
It's a nostalgic Christmas village atmosphere 🙆🏻 ♀️ Here are 11 brand new three-dimensional deer 🤣
And the 6 meter tall pink and blue Christmas fawn is on top of his land
Plus a warm Christmas gift 🎁 and a snowy crystal ball 🔮😛 that represents happiness
It's really girly
The gingerbread hut is also indispensable 😌 It is a must-have for Christmas
In front there are a few slices of gingerbread shaped like gingerbread man and Christmas tree 🤣🤣
Don't miss it if you are planning your lighting trip🤓
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New Instagram-worthy Spot at Cheung Sha Wan Waterfront Promenade
Cheung Sha Wan Waterfront Promenade, located on the west side of Kowloon, Hong Kong, is the first public waterfront leisure space in Sham Shui Po District. Fully opened on July 14, 2023, it covers an area of approximately 1.04 hectares, including landscaped areas, lawns, and a pet-friendly park. The promenade stretches 280 meters and features a design that blends natural landscapes with modern facilities, providing an ideal leisure spot for residents.
One of the highlights of the Cheung Sha Wan Waterfront Promenade is the pier canopy design. Designed by Hong Kong architectural firm New Office Works, the canopy draws inspiration from elements of boats and water. Shaped like ocean waves, the canopy is divided into five planes, creating diverse spatial effects. The design not only provides shade and protection but also promotes natural ventilation, achieving passive cooling. Under sunlight, the changing light and shadow effects under the canopy add visual dynamism and charm.
The Cheung Sha Wan Waterfront Promenade offers an excellent vantage point for enjoying the stunning views of Victoria Harbour. With its expansive views, visitors can capture magnificent scenery whether in the morning sunlight or at sunset. The left side of the pier offers views of West Kowloon and Victoria Harbour, while the right side overlooks Stonecutters Island. The giant pavilion and rest areas are designed to enhance photo opportunities, making it an ideal spot for capturing Instagram-worthy photos.
Authentic Korean Cuisine in Wan Chai
This Korean restaurant is located on Queen's Road East in Wan Chai, specializing in authentic Korean dishes such as bibimbap, noodles, fried chicken, and soups. The restaurant offers a spacious and comfortable environment with minimalist Japanese-style decor, and the staff primarily speak English.
You can place your order by scanning a QR code or at the counter, and the restaurant operates on a self-service basis for both picking up your meal and returning your tray. Self-service drinking water and wet wipes are also available.
🔸Bulgogi Beef Bibimbap Rice Set - $98
This colorful Korean bibimbap is a representative Korean rice dish. The slices of Korean stir-fried beef are tender, juicy, and rich in Korean soy sauce flavor. The Korean fried egg is similar to a sunny-side-up egg, crispy with slightly charred edges, and the yolk flows out thickly. The quinoa grains have a sweet grassy flavor and are nutritious. The seaweed strips are crispy and flavorful. The fresh green mixed salad balances the richness. The Korean pickled radish strips are crisp and have a unique Korean spicy flavor. The rice grains are distinct and filling.
🔸Pork Bibimbap Rice Set - $98
The Korean stir-fried pork is also tender and juicy, with a slight sesame oil smoothness.
🔸Daily Soup
Today's soup is Korean radish beef soup, with a clear and non-greasy broth, similar to chicken soup, sweet and savory with a lot of minced beef adding a meaty aroma, and the white radish adds a sweet flavor.
🔸Daily Drink
Today's drink is Korean ginger tea, paired with honey, sweet with a spicy kick.
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Seoul Recipe Deli
Address: G/F, 70 Queen's Road East, Wan Chai
Aurora Cruiser: Witness to History
The Aurora Cruiser, a famous warship of the Russian Imperial Navy, has witnessed many significant historical events.
Launched in 1900, this cruiser participated in important events such as World War I and the Russian Revolution. On November 7, 1917, the Aurora Cruiser fired the famous 'Aurora's Uprising Shot,' marking the official start of the October Revolution in Russia.
Today, the Aurora Cruiser has become a museum, showcasing its historical and cultural value to visitors. Tourists can board the cruiser, visit various exhibition halls, and learn about its construction, service, and historical significance.
The museum displays many artifacts and exhibits related to the Aurora Cruiser, such as weapons, military uniforms, and photographs. Additionally, there are exhibits related to the Russian Revolution, including weapons and documents used during the uprising.
Besides visiting the museum, tourists can also participate in activities on the cruiser, such as lectures and performances. These activities not only enhance visitors' understanding of the Aurora Cruiser but also allow them to better appreciate the charm of Russian culture.
The Aurora Cruiser is a highly recommended museum to visit. It not only showcases the history and cultural value of the Russian Imperial Navy but also highlights the significance of the Russian Revolution.
Café Chobo
Super popular photo-taking cafe! Drinking teaちょうぼ
The must-try popular meat and egg bun rice is decorated with Japanese Showa-style and wood tones, full of retro feelings✨
Sukiyaki Beef Egg Rice $113
The clerk put down the plate of rice after asking whether to take pictures first, it turns out that will wait for customers after taking pictures before cutting and pouring juice, the egg is made very well, not cut when like a mango😂 Everything down melted , not yet cooked, half-cooked, looks pretty, and tastes so smooth😆
Fried soft shell crab spaghetti $98
Super large soft shell crab, the pasta is soft and hard, and there is a ribbon at the bottom, a surprise 👍🏻
Caramelized Onion Wagyu Burger with French Fries $115
The half-melted cheese is very eye-catching, coupled with the thick burger, one portion is enough to last a day😂
Tang Yang Fried Chicken $88
There is too much sauce and it's sweet, it's really just two pieces at a time
It's a bit greasy 😬
The desserts are famous for being beautiful and photogenic but the taste is...
Keep commenting, maybe it just so happens that both desserts are not delicious, especially the cotton ice, ordered the autumn night pear peach $ 78 · There are ice cubes 🧊 the bottom is not sweet to ask the clerk to attach another condensed milk to call the taste ...
Also marshmallow chocolate toast $76
Too much sea salt 🧂 The whole dessert is not sweet but salty... but also sour... very bad 😑
The staff service is very good, must be praised 👍🏻
📍Address: Shop 8, 4/F, World Trade Centre, 280 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay
🚉 Causeway Bay MTR Station Exit D4
🕰️Opening Hours: 11:30-22:00
💰Average consumption per person: 170
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Delicious and beautiful Hawaiian rice bowls.
Visited Sheung Wan to find some seafood shops and cat managers🐈, and stumbled upon this Hawaiian rice bowl restaurant🍚~
The restaurant has simple yet thoughtful decor💗~
We chose two types of Hawaiian rice bowls, both were super rich~
The toppings were abundant😍, and the value for money was great!
We chose a Big Mac Chicken🐔~
The slow-cooked chicken was perfectly done, very tender👍~
If you're into fitness, this rice bowl is perfect for you~
It also comes with pineapple, quinoa, and cherry tomatoes🍅, colorful, healthy, and delicious~
I was a bit greedy and opted for a customized rice bowl😋~
You can choose the base, either salad greens, Japanese sushi rice, or brown rice🍣~
Then pick a protein, I chose salmon🐟~
You get to choose three side dishes, I picked corn🌽, Chinese salad, and crab roe~
Finally, choose a sauce, and it's done👏!
Super large portion and super rich, makes your mouth water~
They have many special drinks, I chose the mango yogurt special🥭~
The base is blended mango puree with yogurt🍹~
But the mango ratio is not high, so it's not too sweet, more of the yogurt's sour taste~
My partner ordered the avocado yogurt special🥑, as the weather was too dry and needed some moisture🌬~
The avocado drink was very creamy, also had a strong yogurt flavor, not too sweet👌~
Didn't expect to find such a great poking shop in Sheung Wan~
The people eating there were very fit💪, with great body shapes~
If you like to eat healthily, make sure to try it~
📍Poking
G/F, 121 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Hong Kong's Must-Try Popular Bakery - Hashtag B.
Since Hashtag B opened in Tseung Kwan O, I always buy a bunch of goodies to take home and enjoy slowly after reheating them.
This time, I went overboard and bought an Irish Cream Tart, Napoleon Caramel Mille-feuille Tart, Mentaiko Hot Dog, Seeded German Twist, and Passion Fruit Pineapple Butter Soft Bun. My favorite is the Irish Cream Tart, which uses a sweet wine caramel sauce, making it both sweet and fragrant.
New Bar and Restaurant Opens in Lan Kwai Fong, Central
This new bar and restaurant is located in Wing Wah Lane, Lan Kwai Fong, Central, offering Western cuisine and a variety of drinks. The spacious and comfortable interior is decorated in a European style, and the open kitchen allows you to watch the cooking process.
During lunch hours, there are four set meals available for dine-in or takeaway, all priced at just $78.
🔸Beef Burger - $98
🔸Extra Burger Patty +$48
The freshly made burgers are very fresh, using high-quality Angus beef patties that are thick and flavorful, with rich fat and a strong beef taste. The patties are made from multiple parts of the beef, making them tender yet chewy. The freshly baked burger buns are soft and moist, filled with caramelized onions, lettuce, pickles, and mustard sauce, balancing the richness of the meat.
🔸Fries & Soda +$30
The golden, crispy thick-cut fries are not greasy at all, with a soft and fluffy interior.
🔸Signature Chicken Breast Salad Box with Egg Yolk Sauce - $78
The slow-cooked chicken breast slices retain maximum juiciness, making them tender and juicy without being dry. The fresh green salad is accompanied by sweet corn and salsa, with tomato fried rice adding to the fullness.
🔸Drinks
Basic drinks are included, with iced lemon tea featuring rich black tea and a few slices of fresh lemon, making it refreshing and pleasant.
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CUL DE SAC
Address: Shop J, G/F, 13 Wing Wah Lane, Lan Kwai Fong, Central
Central's Diverse Japanese Bar and Restaurant
This Japanese bar and restaurant is located in the Standard Chartered Bank Building in Central, offering a diverse range of Japanese cuisine including sushi Omakase, teppanyaki, and yakitori. Most of the ingredients are fresh and high-quality, directly imported from Japan, with creative elements incorporated.
The restaurant is divided into several areas, with dining areas on both sides of the signature oval bar. The main dining area features a sushi bar and teppanyaki, and occasionally hosts live DJ performances in the evening.
Sitting at the chef's bar allows you to watch the chefs at work, who add new elements and personal touches to traditional Edomae sushi.
🔹Japanese Pickles
Homemade pickled ginger, pickled whole for a better texture, with a refreshing sweet and sour taste.
🔹Sushi Platter (8 pieces) - $428
🔸Hyogo Prefecture Oyster
Known as the milk of the sea, these oysters are plump, tender, and sweet.
🔸Akagai (Ark Shell)
Vibrant red and chewy, with a fresh and slightly briny taste.
🔸Sanma (Pacific Saury)
A seasonal autumn fish, with rich, fatty flesh under its silver skin, offering a blend of oily and intense fish flavors.
🔸Buri (Yellowtail)
Wild yellowtail, especially in season during autumn, with a firmer texture and enhanced flavor.
🔸Botan Ebi (Botan Shrimp)
Plump and elastic shrimp with a lingering sweet taste.
🔸Chutoro (Medium Fatty Tuna)
Marinated with scallion soy sauce for a firmer texture, with fine fibers for a better mouthfeel.
🔸Toro (Fatty Tuna)
With snowflake-like fat, rich fish oil aroma, melts in your mouth, enhanced with caviar.
🔸Anago (Sea Eel)
More fragrant and tender than river eel, with golden-brown skin after grilling, wrapping around white fish meat, sweeter and smoother.
🔸Tamago (Egg Cake)
Made from eggs and fish paste, similar to a sponge cake, with a rich salty-sweet flavor.
🔹Grilled Foie Gras Sushi - $108
Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, the foie gras melts in your mouth with a rich, oily aroma, balanced by yuzu radish.
🔹Seared Botan Shrimp - $88
Sweet and chewy botan shrimp with grilled shrimp head paste, offering a refreshing yet rich shrimp flavor.
🔹Seared Scallop with Crab Paste - $88/2 pieces
Large Hokkaido scallops with thick, tender flesh, sweet and soft texture, highly elastic; homemade crab paste made from seasonal snow crabs, slightly green from kelp diet, delicate and rich with unique crab flavor.
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ODDS
Address: Shop G2, G/F, Standard Chartered Bank Building, 4-4A Des Voeux Road Central, Central
A trendy cafe and bar in Sheung Wan for morning coffee and evening cocktails.
This bar-restaurant is located in Connaught Centre, Sheung Wan, and specializes in exquisite and high-quality Western cuisine. It operates under the concept of 'morning coffee, evening cocktails,' transforming into a bar at night.
The interior decor features a stylish industrial theme, with large glass windows that allow natural light to flood in while offering views of the street and beautiful sunsets, making it a perfect spot for Instagram-worthy photos.
🔹Two-person set menu - $980
🔸Pan-seared Spanish Foie Gras on Sourdough Toast with Balsamic Vinegar
The foie gras is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a delicate and sweet flavor that melts in your mouth. The apple sauce and balsamic vinegar balance the richness.
🔸Lobster Bisque +$68
The thick and creamy lobster bisque is smooth and rich, with a strong lobster flavor.
🔸M7 Wagyu Beef Neck 7oz with Japanese BBQ Sauce
Using the famous Australian Wagyu brand, the beef neck has a bright red and tender cross-section with evenly distributed marbling, comparable to Japanese Wagyu. It is tender and elastic, served with creamy mashed potatoes and sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes.
🔸Kurobuta Pork Shoulder 6oz with Maotai Wine Sauce
Selected high-quality Kurobuta pork shoulder, rich in flavor and tender in texture, with evenly distributed fine marbling. Even the tendons are chewable. Topped with burning Guizhou Maotai wine, the sauce is aromatic and has a long aftertaste.
🔸Red Wine Poached Pear with Ice Cream
The whole pear is a beautiful wine-red color, fully absorbing the rich aroma of wine and spices, paired with smooth and delicate coconut ice cream with a rich coconut milk flavor.
🔸French Apple Tart
The golden crispy tart base is rich in buttery aroma, topped with petal-like apple slices, filled with sweet apple chunks, and a hint of cinnamon, offering a refreshing and non-greasy taste.
🔹Gin Tonic - $95
Made with No3 Gin, commonly used in British bars, with a rich juniper flavor and sweet citrus aroma, mixed with soda water, it is smooth and charming.
🔹Signature Fruity Tea - $60
Based on refreshing oolong tea, with added mango, orange juice, and radish juice, along with a touch of salt to highlight the tartness of the tropical fruits.
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Ellipsis Cafe & Lounge
Address: 2/F, Connaught Centre, 48 Connaught Road West, Sheung Wan
Hong Kong's specialized pork restaurant is very unique.
Environment🐷
The decor is quite distinctive, themed around missions. The menu design and ordering process are quite special. The space is small with only 5-6 tables, mainly focusing on takeout.
Food🤭
From the pictures, you can tell I'm a regular. I've tried almost everything, and I highly recommend the following:
[👍🏻 Signature Whiskey B3Q Pork Chop Rice $92]
This sauce is the most unique and special, but it's a bit sweet. If you don't like sweet flavors, it might not be for you.
[👍🏻 Cheese Apple Baked Pork Chop Rice $102]
This is the most distinctive baked rice, definitely worth a try.
Other rice dishes are standard, none are disappointing. It's one of my go-to places.
📍Bismark (Tung Lee Commercial Building) (Sheung Wan)
📍Shop 2, G/F, Tung Lee Commercial Building, 93 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan
High-quality cafe inside Ko Shan Theatre.
The decor is spacious and has a countryside feel💓
Italian Garden
Salad with Italian Prosciutto, Soup, and Sourdough Bread $78
The presentation is beautiful! They used a lot of edible flowers🌼
The salad greens with balsamic vinegar and olive oil are very healthy!
The best part is the pumpkin soup, it makes you feel warm instantly. Highly recommend dipping the sourdough in it😆
Tomato Beef Sauce Pasta with Runny Egg $98
The pasta is cooked perfectly! The tomato beef sauce is rich in flavor, and they added Parmigiano-Reggiano. Mix it with the runny egg, highly recommended👍👍
Smoked Salmon Sourdough with Purple Sweet Potato Puree $78
Ordered an extra smoked salmon sourdough because I was very hungry.
Fresh cream cheese with smoked salmon, paired with amazing sourdough. Very delicious💯💓
The purple sweet potato puree is also well made, seems like they added yogurt, not bad～
Mandarin Peel White Tea $60
A very healthy tea, and quite tasty💓
Macadamia Nut Milk Coffee $50
Standard quality😄
📍Ko Shan Cultural Cafe
1/F, New Wing, Ko Shan Theatre, 77 Ko Shan Road, Hung Hom
Tsim Sha Tsui's New Singaporean-Australian Restaurant
This new Australian restaurant in Tsim Sha Tsui's K11 Art Mall is actually from Singapore. The restaurant is spacious and comfortable, with a blue-green theme that makes you feel like you're abroad. In addition to a variety of coffees, they also offer a wide range of brunch dishes, pasta, and desserts. Prices range from around 80 HKD to 200 HKD.
King Prawn Laksa Mac and Cheese
One of the restaurant's signature dishes, this baked macaroni and cheese with king prawns is served hot with a stretchy cheese effect. The prawns are firm and bouncy, and the macaroni is rich with cheese flavor, making it a sinful delight for cheese lovers.
Smash Burger
A big, juicy beef burger that's perfect for meat lovers. The burger is thick and juicy, with a strong beef flavor, and comes with lettuce, onions, cheese, and crispy fries, making it simply perfect.
Matcha Tart
The matcha tart here is very unique. It looks like an egg tart, but inside it actually has matcha mochi. The outer layer is crispy, the egg layer on top is smooth, and the mochi inside is soft and chewy. It has a strong matcha flavor as well as a rich egg aroma. This is also one of the restaurant's signature dishes and a must-try! The restaurant also offers other snacks, so be sure to come back and try them next time!
Common Man Coffee Roasters
Shop G26&G28,&119, G/F & 1/F, K11 Art Mall, 18 Hanoi Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
🧚☀️The wonderland-like Zhucui Park🌴🌳
Seeing that the weather is very sunny today, we thought of going to Bamboo Chui Park for a stroll ☀️😎
Bamboo Chui Park is a diverse park in Hong Kong, part of the West Kowloon Cultural District, just near the Palace Museum of Hong Kong, the park was formerly a temporary Nursery Park. Sometimes there are some concerts and public parties held here 🎶🎸👯
The environment of the park is quiet and spacious, lined with green trees
Next to it is the waterfront
Perfect for picnics with friends and various outdoor sports⛹️
While walking in the park
Enjoy the beautiful sea view while enjoying the beautiful sea view
It's really relaxing☺️
There are also many specialty restaurants, coffee shops and museums nearby
It's worth coming here to play 👍🏻
🏡Address: West Kowloon Cultural District (formerly Nursery Park)
⏰Opening Hours: Open year-round 06:00-23:00
🚊Hong Kong MTR Tung Chung Line Kowloon Station Exit E
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