As a Hong Kong resident for over 8 years, I’ve now been to Macao over a dozen times. It’s become a must whenever we have visitors in town for the first time or if there’s a big event or concert (seeing Celine Dion live there is forever a highlight!). With a rich history influenced by …
I have a confession: it wasn’t until I booked a trip to Sapporo for a snowboarding trip back in 2019 that I realized that Sapporo Beer was named after a real place, specifically the capital city of Japan’s northernmost Hokkaido prefecture. And if Hokkaido sounds familiar, it’s because it’s home to the best Hokkaido uni, …
We just wrapped up an absolutely blissful babymoon in Bali, which had the perfect mix of relaxation, nature, luxury, culture, dining, and activities to make our last trip as a childless couple so memorable and romantic. Even if you’re not pregnant, there is so much to see and do, so keep reading to see how …
The charming seaside town of Sai Kung offers Hong Kong’s best hiking and nature activities, which are sure to kick up an appetite. Luckily, it’s also filled with excellent eateries, including its own seafood street, bakeries, and more. So here are my favorite places to grab a bite in the “backyard of Hong Kong.” Sai …
Bangkok is easily one of the most bustling cities in Asia, with a loud and chaotic mix of food, culture, nightlife, and luxury. The food is especially exciting, with a huge diversity of street food, Michelin-rated dining, and markets. Here is a quick list of some of my favorite places I’ve eaten over 3 trips …
Siargao may be best known for its surfing and natural wonders, but it’s quickly become a destination for some of the Philippines’ best dining. Unlike many beach destinations where good restaurants can be few and far between or grossly overpriced, Siargao just has so many great places to eat that we didn’t even make it …
Did you even go to Seoul if you didn’t eat BBQ? While Korean BBQ has made its way around the world, it’s so much better and cheaper from the source (almost all of the restaurants listed below averaged US$20-35 per person including drinks!). We love it so much we’ve had it 3 nights in a …
If you ever plan to hike to Dragon’s Back or visit the best beach on Hong Kong Island, then you should add a stop to Shau Kei Wan to your itinerary. This neighborhood in the Eastern District has become one of my favorite neighborhoods to explore for local Cantonese food, filled with long-running, highly reputed …
Hong Kong’s favorite bread is unequivocally the pineapple bun, or bolo bao 菠蘿包. This sweet Cantonese bun can be found in Chinatowns across the world (I personally grew up enjoying the versions from NYC Chinatown institution Mei Lai Wah), but the best versions are of course in its birthplace of Hong Kong. So here are …
If you’re visiting Hong Kong for a short trip and want to try as many iconic foods in one neighborhood as possible, then look no further than this list! After 8 years of eating and walking through Central on a daily basis, I’ve compiled this ultimate guide to the neighborhood’s best local foods and dishes …
