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Food and Drinks
Kunafa prawn? From Shandong to the Nile, Cairo’s love affair with Chinese food
From a 63-year-old restaurant chain to high-end hotels, Cairo has no shortage of Chinese food, tweaked for the local palate.
17 Apr 2026 - 12:45PM
What to do in Hong Kong
5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, April 17-19
17 Apr 2026 - 12:33PM
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Family of 7 ‘hot’ dentists; Hainan chicken rice roots: 7 Lifestyle highlights
16 Apr 2026 - 3:45PM
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Want an authentic farm-to-table experience in Hong Kong? Here’s one
A weekend event in rural Hong Kong teaches guests the true meaning of sustainability through mindful activities and delicious seasonal food.
16 Apr 2026 - 1:41PM
A spread of baked goods by Formless Daily at the Easter potluck gathering at Blue Girl Organic Farm in April 2026. Photo: Hei Kiu Au
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‘Best’ pasta, ‘brilliant’ Japanese: restaurant boss’ Hong Kong food picks
Michael Larkin, co-founder of Lala in Central, shares where he enjoys Hanoi flavours, ‘fantastic’ Italian, seafood, ramen, beef and dumplings.
16 Apr 2026 - 12:27PM
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André Chiang recaptures the magic of Raffles at his new Singapore restaurant
The Taiwanese chef’s 1887 by André at Raffles Singapore serves ‘heritage gastronomy’ dishes drawn from the hotel’s founding era.
13 Apr 2026 - 12:32PM
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Why are young Koreans going crazy for Chinese restaurants?
Chinese food has become part of everyday life for South Koreans in their 20s and 30s thanks to viral trends and their own lived experiences.
12 Apr 2026 - 12:45PM
A whole simmered fish is served at Bantianyao Kaoyu, a Chinese restaurant in the Myeongdong area of central Seoul. Dishes like spicy hotpot and candied fruits that went viral in South Korea in the 2010s introduced young people to powerful Chinese flavours, which has grown into an established love of Chinese cuisine for many in the country. Photo: The Korea Times
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A Chinese takeaway kid’s Hong Kong-style French toast with a twist
London bakery Cantoast’s deep-fried milk bread comes in flavours such as salted egg. It’s Hong Kong-style baking but not as we quite know it.
10 Apr 2026 - 12:45PM
What to do in Hong Kong
5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, April 10-12
Travel back to the Han dynasty, visit an eco-conscious market, mix cocktails and make-up, or enjoy poolside yoga this weekend in Hong Kong.
10 Apr 2026 - 10:45AM
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Hainanese chicken rice origins and its versions in Singapore, Malaysia and more
With roots in Hainan’s Wenchang chicken, Hainanese chicken rice shows how a dish can quietly evolve into distinct regional iterations.
9 Apr 2026 - 7:15AM
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Alcohol-free drinks are on the rise. Here’s what’s new on menus
From Chinese-style sparkling tea to shrubs and verjus to spirit alternatives, here are some non-alcoholic alternatives now on menus.
9 Apr 2026 - 1:41PM
(Clockwise from top) Alcohol-removed wine Oceano Zero Pinot Noir 2022; Dr. Lo Alcohol-removed Riesling; Proxies Red Ember wine alternative; and Dr. Lo Alcohol-removed Riesling with Bubbles. The world of non-alcoholic drinks, from de-alcoholised wines to sparkling teas, is booming. Photo: The Washington Post via Getty Images
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Chicken Egg Boy founder’s top Hong Kong food spots, from dim sum to sandwiches
Natalie Lau reveals her favourite restaurants and snack shops in the city, including where she goes for street food and a floating feast.
8 Apr 2026 - 3:15PM
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How sake breweries near Japan’s Mount Fuji are taking the drink to new heights
From elevated premium spirits to sparkling sake and even a rosé-inspired red sake, two Yamanashi sake makers are elevating the drink.
7 Apr 2026 - 12:15PM
Wellness
Are trends like ‘fibermaxxing’ and ‘proteinmaxxing’ actually healthy?
Experts say more is not always best when it comes to protein and fibre. Here’s some advice on balanced nutrition and gut health.
7 Apr 2026 - 7:15AM
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How Okinawan food evolved with Chinese influences to become ‘truly unique’
Long ago, Okinawa was part of the Ryukyu Kingdom, a trade hub linking Japan to Asia. Today, dishes like goya champuru reflect this history.
5 Apr 2026 - 5:15PM
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Champuru is a representative dish of Okinawa, Japan. Its use of goya, or bitter melon, reveals its Chinese influences. Photo: Getty Images
Art
Top Hong Kong bartender swaps cocktails for cameras for first photo exhibition
Jay Khan of Coa and The Savory Project compares mixology and photography as his first photography exhibition opens at Sin Sin Fine Art.
5 Apr 2026 - 3:15PM
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Forced to stop selling stinky tofu, this Taiwanese restaurant fought back
The owner of Southern California’s Golden Leaf reveals how a neighbour’s vendetta has seen the popular street food dropped from his menu.
5 Apr 2026 - 4:15AM
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Crispy, chewy, soft: why texture rules South Korea’s viral food trends
Korean food trends are prioritising texture over taste thanks to social media videos in which food can be experienced as a tactile sensation.
4 Apr 2026 - 12:15PM
Texture, not taste, is driving South Korea’s viral food trends. Think chewy, crispy snacks like butter rice cakes (pictured) and gelatinous ice goby sashimi. Photo: courtesy of Mond Cookie
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A shaman told him to quit coffee. Now he runs a successful matcha brand
Rocky Xu, who started Rocky’s Matcha in 2022, focuses on selling quality, authentic Japanese tea rather than trying to be a viral sensation.
3 Apr 2026 - 7:15AM
What to do in Hong Kong
Easter 2026 food highlights in Hong Kong, from brunches to hot cross doughnuts
Celebrate Easter in Hong Kong with delicious menus, festive treats and other family entertainment.
2 Apr 2026 - 12:45PM
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The Hong Kong chef giving remote Canadian town a taste of the city
Unique Chan’s Hong Kong-style bakery attracts many non-Chinese customers curious to discover dishes like pineapple buns and egg tarts.
3 Apr 2026 - 6:45AM
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5 new cafes and coffee shops to try in Hong Kong in April 2026
From fruit-flavoured brews to vinyl background music and HK$30 lattes, here are 5 new coffee shops worth a visit in Hong Kong in April.
1 Apr 2026 - 3:15PM
Online shop NovemberSix Bakery has launched its first cafe space, Yelo Cake Coffee, serving coffee in addition to its signature cakes. Photo: Instagram/yelocakecoffee.hk
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‘Delicious’ fried rice, ‘great’ Italian: a Briton’s Hong Kong food picks
Architect firm boss Richard Wood reveals where he goes for local Hong Kong food as well as his Italian, Japanese and French go-tos.
1 Apr 2026 - 12:45PM
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Where does ma lai go come from and why is the classic dim sum dish so special?
Also known as Chinese steamed cake and Malay sponge cake, ma lai go represents Hong Kong culture with its Western and Eastern influences.
1 Apr 2026 - 7:15AM
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What China’s cow dung hotpot is really made of – and it’s not what you think
The dish from Guizhou is prized for its cooling and digestive properties, smells better than it sounds, and tastes like bitter beef broth.
1 Apr 2026 - 12:29PM
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