Long before Hong Kong was a cosmopolitan playground, it was little more than a cluster of islands and humble fishing villages. Today, one of the last standing reminders of this is Lai Chi Wo, a 400-year-old Hakka walled village.The...

There are plenty of places to take in Hong Kong’s glittering skyline, but there’s nowhere that shows off the city quite like Sevva. Perched on the 25th floor of Prince’s Building, smack-bang in the beating heart of Central, this lavish...

The skin is glistening and moist. The leg, dripping and irresistable. One taste, pure ecstasy - and just like that, you’re hooked. We’re talking about the roast goose at Yat Lok, of course (what were you thinking?).This unassuming hole...

TRB位於一間擁有600年歷史的廟宇內，是北京最壯觀的景點之一。TRB的主要用餐區既現代又時尚 (為澳大利亞建築公司Hassell設計)- 與當地的歷史風情有著鮮明的對比。曾經是昔任工廠的發源地，這間寺廟的牆上仍遺留著文革時的口號和標語，但現在已成為北京當代歐式料理餐廳的亮點之一。 鵝肝醬佐龍蝦搭配松露美乃滋，佐海萵苣和鴨肝是歷年來最受歡迎的前菜；帝王蟹義大利餃子和烤乳豬也從其它菜色中脫穎而出-...

Housed inside a 600-year-old temple complex, Temple Restaurant is one of Beijing’s most spectacular locations. Temple’s main dining hall (designed by Australian architecture firm Hassell) is modern and sleek - greatly contrasting with...

Like cheesecake is to New York or madeleines are to Paris, the egg tart is the darling of Hong Kong desserts. Silky egg custard, held in a shell of buttery, crumbly biscuit baked fresh out of the oven – what’s not to love?Egg tarts have...

When Shakespeare wrote, “Something is rotten in the state of Denmark,” surely he couldn’t have been talking about the food, or the clean lines worn by its heralded furniture designs. He was probably talking about politics or something....

Looking for a charming spot to sip hand-dripped coffee? Rumors is your place. A quaint Japanese cafe that maximizes natural light and clean minimalist design, Rumors has two locations in Shanghai (Hunan Road and Xingguo Road). Locally...

After an evening full of “chasing the lighting,” the body needs to refuel. The traditional herbalists would say that over-indulgence in beer-soaked dinners and late night greasy spoons will leave the body “heaty,” which can cause acne,...

What first opened as a private, “by appointment only” eatery, known to have the best Mexican food in Beijing, now operates in south Sanlitun where everyone is welcome- Tacos para todos! Taco Bar is a relaxed place with playful touches–...

The Stockton experience offers a change of pace from the typical HK hustle and flow. Drawing inspiration from several era's pre and post 1800s, this speakeasy provides a comfortable environment where locals and ex-pats mingle over an...

Following the success of sister organic restaurant Locofama (and in partnership with HK lifestyle brand GOD), Sohofama has fun with the seemingly difficult task of making Chinese food healthy. They've embraced the farm to table concept...

Behind an unmarked door, hidden on an anonymous grey wall, lies Ronin, a “dining bar” inspired by all things Japanese and from the sea.Situated in Sheung Wan, this exclusive 14-seat (+ standing room) shoe box of a restaurant delivers a...

Racks MDB is a NYC-style billiards bar in Lan Kwai Fong, Hong Kong's clubbing and entertainment district.  Stroll right in (no velvet rope) just like the old days as if you were showing up to a friend’s house with a six-pack of “Natty...

You've been going hard all week, walking miles in exploration of the city that goes all night. You're probably hungover, bone-tired and possibly jet- lagged. At times like this, the basic down and dirty foot massage joint probably won't...

If you ever wanted to train in the gym from the Hunger Games this might be the closest thing to it.  Featuring a minimalist design that highlights TF’s array of modern fitness devices, this feels like a gym from the future....

Scrappy HK Nipponophiles Lindsay Jang and Matt Abergel dedicated their first opus to the simple pleasure of Yakitori – an ode to chicken on a stick.Appropriately named Yardbird, the restaurant prides itself on not letting virtually any...

On the busy Gough Street, you'll find several stores amid prevalent construction but only one place that will make you say WOAW. Inside the World of Amazing Wonders you'll find a massive collection of modern products each stranger and...

During the peak season of the lunar new year, come join thousands of locals as they descend upon the Wishing Tree to try their luck at setting the right tone for the new year. There are two main banyan trees that appear to bear fruit...

Suffering from vinyl lust? Vinyl Hero may be Hong Kong's only cure for ailing beat junkies, turntablists and record collectors. Paul Au's seemingly makeshift store boasts a mountain of a collection - vintage vinyl ranging from the pop...

Sometimes when there's something or someone bothering you, it feels good to go for a run, workout, or whatever you prefer to blow off some steam, yeah? But when you don't have the time (and if you happen to be in Hong Kong), just go find...

Secrets, secrets can be very fun, especially when most locals are in the dark.  As speakeasies continue to catch fire across major world markets, Matsutora is still a well-kept secret, despite its trendy neighborhood location (Ebisu)....

Ok, let’s talk fabric shopping. Fabric shopping is serious business and Shanghai’s Fabric Market is not for the faint of heart. Think of a fabric, any fabric in the world. Maybe you saw the fabric at Zara, maybe you saw it at Polo, maybe...

Now that The Mix Place burst onto the scene, magazine lovers finally have a local spot that can satisfy their appetite. This 3-story “museum of magazines” offers a community of culture, lifestyle, and fashion for Shanghai's globally...