Where a Cantonese comfort food lover goes for tastes of ‘old-school Hong Kong’ in the city
Marathon swimmer Ryan Leung shares where he eats ‘creative’ Japanese food and traditional Hong Kong fare like macaroni and dessert soup
Marathon swimmer Ryan Leung Chun-hay, who works in the property sector, is the only Hongkonger to ever swim across the North Channel between Northern Ireland and Scotland. He spoke to Andrew Sun.
I enjoy simple, traditional Hong Kong comfort food – such as steamed or scrambled eggs with shrimp. When I was in high school, my go-to lunch was wonton noodles.
I still remember they only cost HK$18 (those were the days!), and sometimes I would even have two bowls.
I love a local spot called Ho Ho Restaurant (Shop E&F, 136-142 Belcher’s Street, Kennedy Town. Tel: 2818 3658). It has been around for at least 20 years. I remember going there back in high school.
My favourite late-night order is the rice noodle rolls with eggs, and I always top off the night with a local dessert such as hot walnut soup.
The place is open late and is a favourite among students and locals for its affordable, classic comfort food.