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Sustainable Fine Dining

Although Hong Kong may not be on the vanguard of sustainable practices some of its noted chefs are taking committed action and leading the way locally in the hopes of inspiring others. In this article for South China Morning Post I speak to chefs from Amber, Moxie, Mora, and Roganic Hong Kong to learn more about their sustainable practices. Click here to read the article. Continue reading Sustainable Fine Dining

A Recipe for Recovery

“It’s easy to become sarcastic hearing ‘sustainability’ all the time but the  truth is, sustainability, is the bare minimum needed. The future needs to be based in recovery and reclamation,” chef Darren MacLean. For a restaurant’s longevity, and the planet’s, a culinary shift is needed. Additionally, what is being served to diners now and what will be served in the future will by necessity need to evolve. For … Continue reading A Recipe for Recovery

Hot Spots – Sham Shui Po

So many great choices for a memorable dining experience in this super old neighbourhood including the 7 I picked, based on personal visits, for this article in SCMP’s Good Eating guide. From on-trend independent cafes to Japanese eateries and dai pai dongs to handmade noodle and wonton shops. Click here to read more. Continue reading Hot Spots – Sham Shui Po

When Food Meets Fun

Once upon a time, restaurants focused on the food on the plate, good service, and a dash of ambience. Increasingly, however, seasoned diners are seeking out multisensory experiential dining, from high-tech elements to underwater adventures and (literally) elevated meals. I explored six standout options around the world for this article in Echelon Hong Kong. Click here to read more.  Continue reading When Food Meets Fun

Hot Spots – High Street

Sai Ying Pun, particular the area from High Street down to First Street, is a great option for foodies, with an extensive and growing number of restaurants. High Street, for example, is home to restaurants offering such broad cuisine variety that many of the world’s most popular dishes can be found in one street. Click here for 7 of my top picks.   Continue reading Hot Spots – High Street