HONG KONG

- Byahe ni Drew
How to get around
Hong Kongs public transportation is efficient and affordable. Here are
the usual fares for their tram, bus, and MRT systems:
Tram HKD2.30 (P12) per trip
Bus HKD4 (P21) per trip
MTR (Mass Transit Railway) HKD 8 to 10 (P42 to P53) per single trip,
depending on distance
Taxi HKD20 (P105) flag-down rate

Where to eat
1. Lang Fong Yuen

Goge Street, Hong Kong Central

This hole-in-the-wall is a favorite of world-famous actor Chow Yun-fat.
Silk milk tea and noodles (around P300 for a serving) are must-try
dishes here. Pagpasok pa lang, bubungad na sayo yung amoy ng tsaa
at pinapakuluang noodles, said Drew. He added: Mukhang ito na rin
yung version nila ng turo-turo. Kahit walang English descriptions ng
pagkain, tingnan mo lang yung picture at ituro ang mga gusto mo!
2. Good Spring Company, Ltd.
Cochrane Street, Hong Kong Central

This tea kiosk sells over 7,000 cups every day. The Sweet Flower Tea is
light and refreshing, and goes for HKD7 (P37) a cup. Its perfect for
washing down an oily lunch and calming you down in preparation for
more adventures.
3. Tim Ho Wan
Fuk Wing Street, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon
(North Point, Sham Sui Po, and Tai Kwok Tsui locations are on
Michelins list)
Here, they say, is the best dim sum in all of Hong Kong. What hits the
spot for me? Simple lang. Gusto ko ng mainit na dim sum at malamig na
beer, says Drew.
The baked bun with barbecue pork resembles a baked asado siopao,
while chee cheong fun is a thick rice noodle stuffed with shrimp and
ginger. The vegetable dumpling is a translucent pocket of chives and
pork; the spinach dumpling is just the same thing with a different set of
greens.
In the mood for an odd dessert? Try Tim Ho Wans Tonic Medlar and
Petal Cake. Three large cubes of firm gelatin arrive on a saucer, all jiggly
and with crunchy bits of wolfberry (medlar) mixed within. It isnt too
sweet and is a subtle end to an epic food trip.

4. For an old-school dim sum experience, try Luk Yu Tea House (24-26
Stanley Street; +852 2523 5464)

5. For nouveau dim sum made with high-end international ingredients,

try Mott32.
Location: Standard Chartered Bank Building, 4-4a Des Voeux Road,
Central, Hong Kong.
+852 2885 8688
reservations@mott32.com

Our main entrance is within the large reception area of the Standard
Chartered Building. Guests can access via various routes:
- Des Voeux Road main entrance
Via the foot bridge from the HSBC Tower
Via the foot bridge from the Princes Building
Via the foot bridge from Landmark House
If coming by taxi we suggest stopping on Queens Road just after the
HSBC Tower.

What to see
1. West Kowloon Cultural District
West Kowloon
Get a dose of culture in the museums and installation art exhibits of
West Kowloon. Last summer, its M+ Inflation exhibit showed massive
inflated sculptures and a life-sized replica of Stonehenge with which
which tourists can interact.
2. Tsim Sha Tsui

Southern Kowloon
The Avenue of the Stars is Kowloons version of the Hollywood Walk of
Fame. It also doubles as a viewdeck and provides the best view in Hong
Kong. Here, locals and tourists come together to see the nightly light
show and brightly lit skyscrapers of Hong Kong Island. The best part?
Its all for free.
Where to shop
If you want big brands, head to the shopping malls. If youre on a
budget, heres where to go:
Ladies Market

Mongkok, Hong Kong Island

This tiangge-like shopping area got its name from its primarily female
clientele. However, there are now plenty of goods for men as well. Not
all the branded items here are original, but if youre after fun presents for
your loved ones back home, dont let that stop you.
Sneakers Street
Fa Yuen Street, Mongkok, Hong Kong Island
Collectors and casual sneakerheads alike will love Fa Yuen, where top
brands of sneakers have stores lined up next to each other. There are
also lesser known brands only found in Hong Kong.
What to buy for pasalubong
Egg tarts at Tai Cheong Bakery
Lyndhurst Terrace Street, Hong Kong Central