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Food and Drinks
How the ‘Guinness effect’ is brewing success for other stouts and porters
Guinness continues to grow in popularity, boosted by TikTok and Netflix’s House of Guinness. Now other dark beers are riding on its success.
24 Jan 2026 - 4:15PM
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Famous San Francisco Chinatown restaurant reveals its recipes in new cookbook
24 Jan 2026 - 12:45PM
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Caraway seeds add an aromatic punch to bread and are delicious with vegetables
23 Jan 2026 - 4:15PM
What to do in Hong Kong
5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, January 23-25
A huge wellness expo, a luxury pop-up bar, a reimagined classic holiday ballet and more await Hongkongers this weekend.
23 Jan 2026 - 11:07AM
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Vitality Living Asia is back from January 23 to 25 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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Could you eat a fish you raised? Hong Kong farming scheme nurtures ‘new blood’
A Lamma Island-based programme teaching sustainable fish farming methods comes as the Hong Kong industry sees stiff mainland competition.
23 Jan 2026 - 11:25AM
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How dumplings spread across Asia and Europe and tips on making your own
From ravioli to gyoza and pierogi, dumplings are one of the world’s most popular foods. Find out how easy they are to make at home.
22 Jan 2026 - 12:15PM
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How did China’s dan dan mian noodle dish become so popular in Japan?
Known as tantanmen in Japan, the sesame-flavoured noodles have spread across the country and appear in a variety of creative takes.
22 Jan 2026 - 5:37PM
Tantanmen noodles at Szechuan Tantanmen Aun in Tokyo. The noodle dish, which has its roots in China’s Sichuan province, is found on many menus in Japan, but how did it become so popular in a country known for food with light flavours? Photo: Phoebe Amoroso
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‘Awesome’ char siu, ‘best’ curry noodles: chef’s favourite Hong Kong restaurants
Korean-Canadian chef Yong Soo-do, who didn’t eat a hamburger until he was in Primary Six, loves simple food done well.
21 Jan 2026 - 5:15PM
Wellness
He had cancer, she had a rare disorder. How two 85-year-olds came out on top
Bob and Fran German share how going vegan changed their lives and helps them keep fit, healthy, full of energy – and sniffle-free.
21 Jan 2026 - 6:43PM
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History of Macau’s iconic pork chop bun and where to eat the authentic classic
Gaining global fame after being spotlighted by Anthony Bourdain, Macau’s pork chop bun is set to become an Intangible Cultural Heritage item.
20 Jan 2026 - 12:56PM
Wellness
The huge benefits of quitting alcohol, from weight loss to slowing ageing
Ex-drinkers and sobriety experts explain how life is better and healthier without drinking as many attempt the same during Dry January.
19 Jan 2026 - 12:41PM
Jodi Clark, seen in January 2023 and this month, who now runs online groups, challenges and retreats for women, has lost 38kg (84lb) since she stopped drinking more than 3 years ago. Photo: Jodi Clark
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Why Dali in China’s Yunnan province is a great place for food adventurers
Yunnan’s climate and geography are ideal for growing a wide range of produce, and chefs in Dali are taking the cuisine to the next level.
16 Jan 2026 - 5:15PM
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How tonka beans can add a touch of spice to your desserts (and sex life)
Banned in the US, tonka beans are like vanilla beans with spicy notes, and are said to work as an aphrodisiac in perfumes and essential oils.
16 Jan 2026 - 3:15PM
What to do in Hong Kong
5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, January 16-18
Loosen up for the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon, shop discounted home goods, enjoy special-edition buns and more this weekend.
16 Jan 2026 - 10:55AM
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Sourdough the star at Paul Lafayet co-founder’s new Hong Kong bakery concept
Social Goods sees Christophe Younes’ love of health and baked treats come together, with his mother helping realise his sourdough vision.
15 Jan 2026 - 3:41PM
Social Goods founder Chris Younes holds a tray of sourdough loaves at the new bakery and cafe in Central, Hong Kong Island, on January 8, 2026. Photo: Jonathan Wong
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Fiery Sichuan, authentic seafood: ex-banker’s favourite Hong Kong restaurants
Retired banker Ernesto Ng is equally happy in a private members’ club as he is munching on curry braised beef brisket in a cha chaan teng.
14 Jan 2026 - 7:09PM
Wellness
This Chinese-Vietnamese plant-based influencer makes even haters love tofu
Wendy the Food Scientist is on a mission to make plant-based eating simple, healthy and satisfying – no ultra-processed ‘fake meat’ required.
11 Jan 2026 - 12:15PM
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The instant flavour booster you’re probably throwing away
Citrus zest – the colourful part of a lemon, orange or lime – can be stripped in many ways for use in marinades, salads, desserts and more.
9 Jan 2026 - 3:15PM
Lemon zest is often discarded despite being a powerful seasoning. Here is how to zest a lemon and the best way to use it to flavour food. Photo: Shutterstock
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Why are Korean-style cafes proving so popular in Hong Kong?
With immersive themes and Instagram-worthy interiors, Korean-style cafes offer comfortable ‘third places’ for Hong Kong’s busy populace.
9 Jan 2026 - 7:23AM
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‘Umami, salty, stinky’: how 3 flavours define China’s Ningbo cuisine
We go on a culinary journey through Ningbo with the people behind Yong Fu Hong Kong to discover the region’s punchy and pungent flavours.
8 Jan 2026 - 12:16PM
Wellness
Not just a Dry January alternative, the rise of non-alcoholic beers
Non-alcoholic or zero beers are a growing section of the drinks market and for many represent a stepping stone towards greater sobriety.
7 Jan 2026 - 7:15PM
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‘Legendary’ goose, great BYOB spots: wine expert’s top Hong Kong restaurants
Bonhams senior wine specialist Dora Kam shares her favourite Hong Kong dining spots for roast goose, exceptional wine pairings and more.
7 Jan 2026 - 5:15PM
Roast goose at Kamcentre Roast Goose in Causeway Bay - Dora Kam’s “absolute favourite lunch spot”. The senior wine specialist at Bonhams shares other Hong Kong restaurants and bars she loves. Photo: Facebook/Kamcentre Roast Goose
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Chef ‘Triple Star’ of Culinary Class Wars gives Hong Kong a taste of Korea
In Hong Kong recently for a four-hands dinner, Scott Kang opens up on his Culinary Class Wars experience and redefining Korean cuisine.
6 Jan 2026 - 6:49PM
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How this new Hong Kong restaurant is authentically Italian in every way but one
Osteria Uno chef Bhupendra Singh developed his Italian cooking skills in restaurants run by Gordon Ramsay, Mario Batali and Enrico Bartolini.
5 Jan 2026 - 12:21PM
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Her grandmother used kombucha as a face toner. She does the same today
Inspired by her grandmother, a US-based brewer, chef and culinary instructor has just released a line of kombucha-infused skincare products.
3 Jan 2026 - 12:15PM
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