CATEGORIES
A Writer's Retreat
We meet children’s author (and saree enthusiast!) Bhakti Mathur at her peaceful home on the Peak.
A Lantau Project
The idea of renovating a home had long appealed to Jenya Mcguigan; a recent move from Lamma to Lantau gave her the chance to do exactly that.
Staycay Season
For a change of scenery (and a reminder of the pleasures of travel), check in to one of these five fabulous spots in five very different locations across Hong Kong!
Award-Winning School Camp Programme For The Summer
Are the kids keen for some fun over the holiday? Read on for details of an award-winning school camp programme for the summer – one with 13 different streams to choose from!
Pictures Of Pooches
We meet Romanian expat Mihaela Tudor, and learn about her photography work, including a recent project about pets!
Middle Eastern Eats
We all love dipping into a plate of beautiful hummus, but this ubiquitous dish just begins to scratch the surface of everything that Middle Eastern cuisine brings to the table. Here’s a guide to finding a feast near you!
20 Watery Wonders Exploring The Aquatic Of HK
Summer is upon us, so it’s the ideal time to take a look at some of best ways to get wet – or at least enjoy a seaside view – in Hong Kong. Here are 20 ideas to get you started!
5 Booze Free Bevvies
Just as plant-based is becoming more and more a “thing” among foodies, so to alcoholfree drinks are appealing to an ever-increasing number of consumers. But how do they taste? To find out, we gave the Sipfree range of wines, spirits and beers a go. Read on to see if we’re converted!
Let's Talk About Sleep
For many new mums and dads, it’s the “holy grail”: getting their new bub to sleep through the night and take long naps during the day! We chat with the founder of Kristin Graham Sleep Consulting about the struggles she faced, and how they prompted her to help those in the same boat.
5 Tips For The Perfect Bedroom
Advice from the team at Blanc Des Vosges on making your sleeping spot a stylish haven.
Forging Ahead
Forging The timing couldn’t have been worse: starting a large-scale renovation as a pandemic was breaking out. But interior designer JENNY PERRY persisted with her project. The result? A classy and colourful new look for a Sai Kung village house – which also happens to be her own home!
10 Minutes With...Priyanka Agarwal
The AWA President explains how she’s been juggling the day-to-day running of the popular women’s organisation amidst all the disruptions of the past year or so.
World's Most Instagrammed Waterfalls!
When you can’t get on a plane, it’s fun to at least take in some destination eyecandy. Here we take a look at some of the world’s most Instagrammed waterfalls!
Positivity & Passion
A chat with one of the names behind a whole host of our readers’ favourite HK restaurants.
Two-Bedder By the Beach?
If you’re thinking of a sea change – and let’s be honest, most of us are! – and you’re in the market for a high-end home, here’s some good news from Southside.
From The Frontline
Dr Christopher K M Hui has a working life that’s nothing short of dynamic, including juggling daily roles in both Hong Kong and Shenzhen over the past seven years. With the emergence of the pandemic, however, things only intensified. He shares his story here.
Ace The Face!
Spring is all about renewal and rejuvenation, so why not schedule in some “me-time” and book a facial?
Why Composting Counts
The next time you go to scrape leftover food into a bin after a meal, it’s worth having a think about the consequences of this alltoo-common ritual – and how we might be able to make a change for the benefit of the environment.
Street Talk An Insider's Guide To Life In Their 'Hood
The specifies:
Money Matters - Getting A Financial Plan In Place
You need to have a financial plan before you think about financial products. Simon Parfitt of Pyrmont Wealth Management explains why.
From The Frontline
Dr Christopher K M Hui has a working life that’s nothing short of dynamic, including juggling daily roles in both Hong Kong and Shenzhen over the past seven years. With the emergence of the pandemic, however, things only intensified. He shares his story here.
Why Composting Counts
The next time you go to scrape leftover food into a bin after a meal, it’s worth having a think about the consequences of this alltoo-common ritual – and how we might be able to make a change for the benefit of the environment.
10 Minutes With...Priyanka Agarwal
The AWA President explains how she’s been juggling the day-to-day running of the popular women’s organisation amidst all the disruptions of the past year or so.
Tackling Myopia In Kids
The rate of myopia in children is increasing, both here in Hong Kong and elsewhere. We hear the details – and some ways to combat the problem – from Optometrist ANDY MEAU, founder and director of iSight Optometric Eye Care Center.
Two-Bedder By The Beach?
If you’re thinking of a sea change – and let’s be honest, most of us are! – and you’re in the market for a high-end home, here’s some good news from Southside.
Hiking Ideas A Mount Davis Meander
Keen for something different from your usual weekend walk? Laila Boundy took a partstroll, part-scramble up Mount Davis on Hong Kong Island. Here’s what she discovered.
A Bali Villa Vibe
We chat with homeowner Jen Wong about the renovations she and husband Jeff recently completed in their little corner of Happy Valley.
Give Your Kids A Language Lift
How enrolling your child in a course at the Hong Kong Institute of Languages can help.
Original Charm
Jerome Barty-Taylor wanders through his walk-up on the edge of Kowloon Tong, giving us some insights into the home and its historical features.
Seasonal Feasts!
This year’s festivities are looking a little different for many of us, especially with travel restrictions in place. Still, there are plenty of things to be thankful for over Christmas, New Year’s Eve and beyond – like the following incredible line-up of meals, drinks, treats and more from some of Hong Kong’s best restaurants and food establishments. We’ve done the legwork to bring you a great guide to holiday dining – at home or out!