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eat.shop.love.explore Hong Kong Day 02: Love Letters to the Peak

written by velverse

A recent addition to The Peak.
Yes, an addition place where one can share their message.
Now.. yes, Say I love you at The Peak.



L.O.V.E, LOVE.. love and love!
How can I not love such a beautiful place..

Now, I have actually left my love note at The Peak.
Have you? Which is mine you ask?

Yes, the cousins of course must leave their mark at The Peak!

Haha… and the best picture, of course goes to the newly weds!
Aren’t my cousin and his hubby cute!
Awww… how sweet 🙂

Well, when it comes to cam-whoring.. I’ll surely not miss out!

So yes, this is our messages. Think you will manage to find ours?
Or have you placed yours?



April 10, 2014 0 comment
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eat.shop.love.explore Hong Kong Day 02: I Peak You

written by velverse

Wee.. you know you are almost nearing the top when you see more and more pictures of The Peak Tower.
To be honest, I quite like the poster regardless what other may think.

Address:
Sky Terrace 428 (凌霄閣摩天台428)
Shop 302-3, 3/F,
The Peak Tower,
120 Peak Road, The Peak,
Hong Kong
Telephone Number: (852) 2849 0668
Website: http://www.thepeak.com.hk/
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday – 10.00am to 11.00pm, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays – 8.00am to 11.00pm

But yes, you know you reach when you saw.. the breathtaking Hong Kong cityscape view.
All the high skyscraper buildings.. it’s really beautiful.
Yes, for those who know me well, they would know that I always prefer a concrete jungle.



But it’s just quite unfortunate each time I visit The Peak, it’s always during a foggy season.
Don’t think I actually had a picture of the Hong Kong cityscape which is crystal clear.
Then again, I’m not complaining. I still find it beautiful 🙂

LOL.. each time I came to this place, I can’t help but to notice this place.
I mean not like anyone will miss it out.
And I bet it’s in at least 98% of the tourist’s photos.

But yes, even at it’s most foggy moments.. I still love the beauty of this place.
It’s quite interesting and lucky HK people are.
Sea and concrete jungle. Both my favourite at the same time.

 

What else to do at the peak aside from taking photo you ask?
Take a deep breath and enjoy the good scenery.
Yeah baby… pretty!



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eat.shop.love.explore Hong Kong Day 02: The Madame Tussauds

written by velverse

Ah, we finally arrived at The Peak Tower.
You really can’t miss this exit.. since it’s the only one.
And you are quickly greeted by the giant mechanical wheels.

Address:
The Peak Hong Kong (香港山頂)
The Peak Tower,
120 Peak Road, The Peak,
Hong Kong
Telephone Number: (852) 2849 0668
Website: http://www.thepeak.com.hk/
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday – 10.00am to 11.00pm, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays – 8.00am to 11.00pm

In due of time, we didn’t really went out and took pictures of The Peak Tower itself.
Yeah, been there and done that probably a few years ago.
And the focus this time is more of bringing my other cousin for a quick pit stop.

While walking upwards towards the Sky Terrace 428, I can’t help but to notice something interesting.
Yes, you can actually Post Love to the Future.
You can actually send in a postcard to your loved ones in the future dates.
And The Peak will help you send it out on time.
Pretty cool huh? Yes, more details here

You know you are half way up to the tower when you start meeting stars.
Yes, I’m not kidding you. You’ll be greeted by star studded celebrities.
Depending on the season, you might meet celebrities from Andy Lau to Kelly Chan, Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and even Miriam Yeung.

Haha.. where is this place you might ask?
It’s without further delay let me introduce you to Madame Tussauds Hong Kong.
And guess who is waiting for me this time?

Address:
Madame Tussauds Hong Kong (香港杜莎夫人蠟像館)
Shop P101, Level P1,
The Peak Tower,
128 Peak Road, The Peak,
Hong Kong
Telephone Number: (852) 2849 6966
Website: http://www.madametussauds.com/HongKong/
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday and Public Holiday – 10.00am to 10.00pm

LOL! Yes, of course it’s gotta be the mega superstar Bruce Lee himself and Kelly Chan.
Go Kelly! Go.. after all, we both have the same surname. Haha..



Kelly said.. come give me a hug Mandy.
Awww.. don’t be shy!
OK Kelly.. since you insisted 🙂

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eat.shop.love.explore Hong Kong Day 02: Tram in Hong Kong

written by velverse

We carried our warm bodies to the highest point in Hong Kong Island, The Peak.
Yes, it’s a must do touristy thing in my opinion.
Really? You asked. And the answer.. is a definite yes from me.

How exactly are we going to get there you may ask?
No.. no.. I’m definately not walking up.
Not from the very bottom at least.

And no.. no.. I am not that posh to drive up or being driven up there.
Like said earlier.. as a tourist myself. I of course did the touristy thingy.
Which yes, I took the  tram. The Peak Tram is rich with history, going back all the way to 120 years.
And what better way to really experience the different means of transportation in Hong Kong!

Address:
The Peak Tram (山頂纜車)
Peak Tram Lower Terminus,
33 Garden Road,
Central,
Hong Kong
Telephone Number: (852) 2522 0922
Website: http://www.thepeak.com.hk/
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday and Public Holidays – 7.00am to 12.00 midnight
Getting to The Peak Lower Terminus: Download PDF Guide Map

Now yes, who are we kidding if we have no photo pose moments at such an iconic place in Hong Kong.





And yes, the queue was not that long, since we are there quite early.
But for sure the crowd is building.
If you think this is packed already, you have not seen worst.

We missed the earlier tram. But it was not entirely a bad thing.
At least we are at the front of the queue.
It isn’t such a long wait since the frequency of the trams are about every 10 – 15 mins.



Hip hip hooray! The tram has finally arrived.
Everyone is ever excited. As can see, there are many people who will just push their way to the front
From me being at the front to many others cutting their way in.
Some hoping to jump on board faster.. some with their big iPad or camera trying to get a view of the tram.

Why the rush people.. why?
We are on holiday! And we’re supposed to take it slow and relax.
I know the tram won’t leave me behind! I just know.

Now boys and girls, let’s sit back and enjoy the ride.
Let’s go!

March 25, 2014 1 comment
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eat.shop.learn.explore Hong Kong Day01: Shop and dine… till we drop

written by velverse

After a whole day of walking, exploring and of course loads of shopping for the first day..
We decided to call it a quit for the day.
But of course.. we need to end with a bang.

What better way than food. Like yes, literally our “dinper” (dinner/supper)
After all, eating is one of the reason why, without a doubt or question.. the reason that keeps me walking.

We walked passed this chaa chan teng , Tsui Wah Restaurant 翠華餐廳 which somehow seems so close to heart.
It seems like I’ve been there before.. weird.. but yes.

Address:
Tsui Wah Restaurant 翠華餐廳  (Jaffe Road Branch)
G/F, 483-499 Jaffe Road,
Causeway Bay,
Hong Kong
Telephone Number: (852) 2892 2633
Website: http://www.tsuiwah.com/
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday (open 24 hours)

Hong Kong-style Hot Milk Tea

Hong Kong-style Milk Tea is definitely a must try when in Hong Kong.
I mean yes, it is after all the signature drink of the country.
Yes, you are only forgiven for not trying if you are caffeine-intolerant.

Eight Treasure Tea

Almond Milk Tea and Eight Treasure Tea seems to also be quite a common drink served in most cha chaan teng in Hong Kong.
While I personally don’t quite like the “cockroach taste-like” Almond Tea.. many seems to find it enjoyable.
Well, not that it has cockroach in it… and not like I had tasted one before.
Now I know what you’re thinking… I wonder how do I come up with such a taste-term. LOL!

Braised Pork and Dumpling Noodle Soup

Being a pork lover, I couldn’t resist myself from ordering anything pork.
This is one of the few country, finding pork-filled food is as simple as ABC.
I mean, seriously… I just have to end my day right with overload of pork!
What better than braised pork with dumpling noodle soup!

This might not be the best in the world dish or restaurant. But I am satisfied and feel contented!
Soft and tender braised pork *slurp slurp*.. pork dumpling with flavorful rich pork bone soup.
Arghh… now I wish I tapau-ed some back!

Fish Ball Soup with Seaweed

While we didn’t manage to try the roadside fish ball stalls, we still ordered some to try out.
The different variety of fish balls in seaweed soup is really different.
The seaweed definitely adds the “sea flavour” to the whole dish.
As for the fish balls, they all have different texture.
But I must say, the fried ones are more my style. After all, I love the crunchy skin with bouncy feeling.

Hong Kong-style Cheese Baked Rice with Pork Chop

My cousin… oh my cousin! She of course, has a  stronger hongkie taste in her than me.
She opted for the Hong Kong-style Cheese baked Rice with Pork Chop.
Which I did steal a bite or two. I mean, how could I resist… a combination of all good things in one.
Yes… oozing cheese! Pork Chop! Button Mushrooms! and of course the Tomato Sauce!
Damn! Sometimes I just wish I had four stomach.. and well, that I won’t get fat from just eating and eating and eating.

Fried Rice with XO Sauce

*ooo la la*, seriously.. nothing can go wrong with XO sauce.
If it ever happens, the cook should just never try to cook… ever again!
I mean right, it’s a multi-purpose sauce.. created using more than 10 premium ingredients to create such a luxury sauce.
A dash of the XO sauce will instantly brings the dish to stardom.. probably brings the seafood and meat back alive!
So yes, bet you can guess we simply wallop everything… till the very last grain of rice of this fried rice with XO sauce

Fried Rice with Luncheon Meat and Kailan

*nom nom nom* braised pork and dumpling is not enough to kill the crave.
I needed something more… something that has pork. Something familiar, something I grew up with..
Yes maam, that’s gotta be luncheon meat.
We ordered fried rice with luncheon meat and kalian. And it was lovely! The crunchy kalian stem does give an extra texture to the dish itself.
Burp! *rubs tummy*

We will for sure need to walk it off a little.
And everywhere I turn too, I can’t help but to see more shopping malls.
And they are all calling out for me.
Now isn’t this scary? Aww.. don’t be silly, it’s just the night view of Causeway Bay..

But wait! Look what I found.. OMG OMG OMG!! Gashapon machines.
They used to be easily found everywhere and anywhere. But now, they are like relics.
It has become incredibly hard to find items in Hong Kong nowadays.
Then again so sad. There isn’t anything which I specifically like 🙁

And guess what.. just before walking back to hotel… bump into some protest banners.
Not too sure what it’s all about.. but yes, judging from the TVB series plots.. this all seems just too local.. too Hong Kong indeed 🙂

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eat.shop.learn.explore Hong Kong Day01: Night walk in Causeway Bay

written by velverse

The walking and shopping in Hong Kong really has no limits.
Yes… one can just walk and walk and walk, from sunrise to sunset,
and from sunset to sunrise.. and yet, we can keep on walking.

And in Causeway Bay (銅鑼灣), the shopping malls are like  growing mushrooms.
To a point I almost got lost. Yes, me.. like a little girl.. got lost.
Then again, who can blame me. The malls here are quite small and packed.. but up to many levels.

From Times Square (時代廣場) to Hysan Place (希慎廣場), the shopping experience never ends. And we all know the shopping mall competition is simply crazy. So standing out is crucial.

Address:
Hysan Place (希慎廣場)
500 Hennessy Rd,
Causeway Bay,
Hong Kong
Telephone Number: (852) 2886 7222
Website: http://hp.leegardens.com.hk/
Opening Hours: Sunday to Thursday – 10.00am to 10.00pm, Friday, Saturday, and the Eve of Public Holidays – 10.00am to 11.00pm

What I love most and got my attention is the lifts. Sounds crazy?

Totally not! The designs seems normal from near, with protruding pebbles.. but it actually forms some kinda pop art style portrait!

Oh.. I totally heart it!

So yes, how can I not pose? LOL!

And yes, who says shopping in causeway bay is limited to malls. Shopping never ends there.

For sure the saying of “the night is still young” applies 365 days for Causeway Bay.

There is this one place, which I think hardly any ladies can miss out.. you know what I’m talking about for sure.

How can anyone miss “Forever 21”? It’s just not possible. One can just go wild and crazy here.

Address:
Forever 21 Hong Kong Flagship Store
Capitol Centre, 5-19 Jardine’s Bazaar,
Causeway Bay,
Hong Kong
Telephone Number: (852) 2890 4791
Website: http://hp.leegardens.com.hk/
Opening Hours: 10.00am to 1.00am daily

Right after the shopping craze, we continued to venture around.

And no one can believe what we bump into! *shocked*

Haha.. I found this waxed items such as ducks, chinese sausages that dad totally love!

If only I can bring all of this back.. I think dad will be jumping up and down. Hehe *doink doink doink*

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eat.shop.learn.explore Hong Kong Day01: Miss You Much, Leslie

written by velverse

I used to wonder and doubt.. what makes this place so famous?
Why? Why Times Square?
Is it a given because of the name it carries?

I guess location plays a big role.
But what makes it a place to visit even if shopping is the last thing in your list or mind, is the events and display.

They just never fails to house interesting activities or events. Yes, something malls should learn and take note about.
And guess what I found? I was walking around and notice this..

Right, was coincidently in Hong Kong and celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Hong Kong handover.
And now, I once again.. coincidently landed myself in Hong Kong.
This time, another 10th anniversary celebration.

Times Square is proud to present the Miss You Much Leslie Exhibition (繼續寵愛.十年.音樂會) which marks the 10th anniversary of Leslie’s death. On the outside of the exhibition,  one can find a mini movie theater that housed many of Leslie’s legendary works.

The design of the exhibition is very interesting. At the outside of the mall, you can find a giant bling bling red ball sitting on top of the mini theater symbolizes the immortal light (Leslie’s charisma and spirit) will continue to shine brightly in his fan’s heart.

Audience can find  scheduled Leslie’s legendary films, past interviews as well as interviews of some famous Hong Kong artistes and directors that used to work with Leslie. One can also see an array of movie posters and books from the earlier days of Leslie’s career.

The moment I hit the concourse… I was wow-ed. 😮
Yes, I seriously mean jaw dropping “wow” when I saw the 6 meter height statue.

Now tell me… who wouldn’t be shocked.
Look at the layers and the amount of detailing in place.
To be honest… I am more than just shocked. I was speechless!

This is a definate must pose in photo.
Seriously, it is not something you get to conveniently “coincidently bump into” event.

I kept wondering.. why red? why origami paper crane?
It’s obvious I wasn’t really a die-hard fans of Leslie. Apparently red is his favourite colour.
No idea why the paper crane.. probably it is a symbol of ‘peace’

The exhibition is simply awesome as it also house a new Guinness World of Records for having the most origami created for a cause. Fans folded and collected more than 1 million paper cranes.
The original goal was to achieve 1,956,912 cranes to signify his birthday on 12th September 1956. However, the judges from Guinness World of Records confirmed that there were only 1,900,119 cranes were collected. The memorial origami are displayed at the large transparent red archway behind the large statue of Leslie’s.

There were also a few red 1:1 scale statues with classic styles and pose of Leslie placed around the exhibition areas which also displayed awards that he received during his singing and acting career. One can hear Leslie’s famous songs on the background while enjoy spotting Leslie’s notable concert costumes.

How long did I spent walking around the Miss You Much Leslie’s Exhibition?
You really want to know?

Hmm.. I would probably tell, after a good cup of coffee 😀

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eat.shop.learn.explore Hong Kong Day01: The Colours Of Causeway Bay

written by velverse

The walk begins..
There are just way too many shops and malls around.
I don’t even know where to begin.

On the street itself.. there were so many interesting shop.
One that caught our attention was a famous local bakery, Kee Wah Bakery (奇華餅家).
I actually knew about this bakery mainly through HK movies which features Eric Tsang as he is the spokesperson for the bakery.
Yup.. any movies that actually stars him, would feature Kee Wah :)

The rest of the street didn’t change that much from I last recall.
The street are still as colourful and vibrant as I remembered it to be
With a lot of funky and cool shops.

But nevertheless, there are a lot of construction happening.
Revamping, renovations.. upgrades..
Some may find it weird, but I can’t help but to take picture with the bamboo scaffolding and the “red blue white” cover.
Haha… this is just so iconic about Hong Kong.
Yes, seriously.. this is what I grew up remembering about Hong Kong anyway!
Yup.. where Jackie Chan jumps around and do their stunts. Haha..

But to be honest, some things that I am still getting used to..
Would be adapting to looking at nostalgic small stalls surrounded by tall high-rise building
Which in some ways does add flavours to the city.

Some flavours that not many will still appreciate

But look what I found.. the most memorable and iconic place, Times Square (時代廣場).
Time to shop!!

Address:
Times Square Hong Kong (時代廣場)
1 Matheson Street,
Causeway Bay,
Hong Kong
Telephone Number: (852) 2118 8900
Website: http://www.timessquare.com.hk

Download information on how to get to Times Square here.

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eat.shop.learn.explore Hong Kong Day01: The Love for French Toast

written by velverse

Mmm.. I’m hungry! I want food!
I’ve been saving all my stomach spaces to try out the local Hong Kong cuisines.
And the moment we saw Hong Kong style restaurants.. we immediately gone crazy!

Right.. Tai Hing Restaurant (太興飲食集團) somehow manages to stood out among the others.
For me, it’s clear that their logo are of my favourite colour.
And to add.. the amount of nicely roasted ducks, goose and chicken are enough to lure me
To add, they have big fat juicy chunks of roast and BBQ pork at the background

And that does it for me.
Ah… yes.. such a beautiful sight isn’t it?
I know… I am kinda shallow. I tend to die in the hands of good looking food.

I can hear them all calling my name~
Can you?
Bet you can’t believe that I gave them a pass over processed meat 😀

Now, this is one of the sets from the Breakfast Set G (HKD29)
Which includes vermicelli noodles soup with preserved cabbage and shredded pork noodles + toast with scrambled eggs

Ooo… which I find the combination quite funny.
Yes, quite fusion in my opinion. Asian style noodles with western style toast.
But hmm… who cares, so long as it tasted good.

Me and my cuz.. yes, of course great mind thinks alike.
And with our undying love for luncheon meat…
We both decided on Breakfast Set E (HKD29)
Which includes luncheon meat and scrambled eggs instant noodles.

Oh yes, can see her happy and contented look right? Now who wouldn’t!

I’m seriously have no clue what luncheon meat they use.
But I can for sure tell it tasted so damn good.
Even better than those type we found in Malaysia.
With the chunk of meats and it’s rough meaty texture *saliva drips*
Yes, the luncheon meat in Hong Kong is something to die for.
And I ate like there’s no tomorrow! *fat, fat*

To me, and probably my cute cousin..
Hong Kong is the land of french toast. Probably land of luncheon meat too.
But right.. the deep fried bread… done to perfection.
Look how golden brown it was 🙂

So yes, we ordered the french toast with butter (HKD20)
With a dash of butter right in the middle.
Oh.. and did I mention, I love how my cuz professionally poured the maple syrup.
Pretty isn’t it?

Well.. it tasted good, crispy on the outside.. soft inside
But I was somewhat disappointed. Yup… sadden by the fact that there wasn’t any peanut butter in the center.
I’m sorry but yes… peanut butter make hell lots of difference.
Yes.. you know.. the moment you cut it.. the melted peanut butter oozing out.
And you get the mixture of sweetness from the maple syrup, saltiness from the peanut butter, the aroma and smoothness from the melted butter.
Ooo.. it just blends in so well.

Although I was a little disappointed with the French Toast.. the iced yin yong (iced milk coffee mixed with tea), or I should say chilled yin yong (HKD3 to upgrade drinks from breakfast set) manages to brighten up my day.
The first time milk tea served to me in this manner, which I pretty much like.
You get a chilled drink, without the ice diluting the milk tea.
And yes.. this might not be the best milk tea in Hong Kong.
But beyond comparison to the ones in Malaysia.

But then again, me being me… I need my super kau-kau coffee. Hence I opted for iced coffee at the same cost.

Ah… *rub tummy*
Let’s start to plan where to shop! Haha..

Address:
Tai Hing Restaurant – Causeway Bay (太興飲食集團 – 銅鑼灣)
Shop J, G/F, Po Ming Building,
49-57 Lee Garden Road,
Causeway Bay,
Hong Kong
Telephone Number: (852) 2576 8961
Website: http://www.taihingroast.com.hk/
Opening Hours: 7.00am to 11.30pm daily

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eat.shop.learn.explore Hong Kong Day01: Mini in Causeway Bay

written by velverse

Ah.. The first cityscape view.
Causeway Bay (銅鑼灣) didn’t really change as much as I thought it would be.

And it is still as busy as it ever was.
Loved the busy streets.. mixture of old and new building.. and of course the shopping craze!
This place is like a small little maze all together… concrete maze 🙂
It is so packed with building that we can hardly find the location of our hotel with the GPS.

And after a long walk.. round and round, left.. right.. up.. down..
And even asking people around, which apparently even the Hong Kongers can’t even tell the direction.
We continue to rely on our “now you have… now you don’t” GPS signal
*tada* and we are there! Yes!! Mini Hotel (迷你酒店)!

Address:
Mini Hotel – Causeway Bay (迷你酒店 – 銅鑼灣)
8 Sun Wui Road,
Causeway Bay,
Hong Kong
Telephone Number:
(852) 3979 1199
Website: http://www.minihotel.hk/
Directions:

1) From MTR Causeway Bay Station Exit F, turn right on Jardine’s Crescent.
2) Turn left until you reach Hysan Place (希慎廣場) and walk along Yun Ping Road.
3) After you pass by The Lee Garden One (利園), turn right and walk along Hysan Avenue.
4) Turn left until you reach Sun Wui Road.
5) Go straight. Mini Hotel Causeway Bay (迷你酒店 – 銅鑼灣) is on your left. (Would strongly suggest you to take a taxi, should you travel with big luggage and kids)

Download transportation information on how to get to Mini Hotel here.

Ooo.. I totally love the style of the hotel.
It has got this very artistic feel to it and yet giving a very nice and comfortable ambient to it.
What is interesting is how they boldly put different style of arts, photos, decoration pieces and furniture together and yet they fit int.
But I guess what’s true to their identity, is mainly all the mini versions of stuff found in the hotel.

This will be my chill out place for the next few days. Woohoo!
Love.. love.. love!
Oh.. and did I not mention.. they offer Free Wi-Fi connection 🙂 *double triple love*

What better way to kill time, waiting for check-in registration.
Photo taking of course 🙂

And yes, that’s what we do to people who refuses! LOL..

Haha… our room! And for the first time… I’m impressed!
The room is way way way bigger than I expected.
To begin with.. I thought it would be a single bed. Didn’t know we are getting a queen size bed for each of us.
Woohoo… *roll roll roll*
*jump jump jump*

Ok.. serious business now! Go go go.. get ready and all set to hit the streets!

Ah.. lucky for us, there is a Hong Kong style restaurant located just a few shops away.
And look.. the classical delivery bicycle. Haha.. which I most of the time only see on TV.

But nothing beats the happiness in me.. when I saw that the BAPE shop is just around the corner!
Yes, less than 5 mins walk!
Go BAPE go!

Thank god I’m not a Cath Kidston super fans.
Else I will definately go crazy and broke!

All the findings are nothing in compare to the iconic mini bus!
Yes, now I can feel the Hong Konger in me.. dying to jump out!

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