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A Writer's Retreat
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A Writer's Retreat

We meet children’s author (and saree enthusiast!) Bhakti Mathur at her peaceful home on the Peak.

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7 mins  |
June - August 2021
A Lantau Project
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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.

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4 mins  |
June - August 2021
Staycay Season
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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!

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7 mins  |
June - August 2021
Award-Winning School Camp Programme For The Summer
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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!

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2 mins  |
June - August 2021
Pictures Of Pooches
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Pictures Of Pooches

We meet Romanian expat Mihaela Tudor, and learn about her photography work, including a recent project about pets!

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5 mins  |
June - August 2021
Middle Eastern Eats
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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!

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5 mins  |
June - August 2021
20 Watery Wonders Exploring The Aquatic Of HK
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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!

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5 mins  |
June - August 2021
5 Booze Free Bevvies
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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!

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4 mins  |
June - August 2021
Let's Talk About Sleep
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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.

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4 mins  |
June - August 2021
5 Tips For The Perfect Bedroom
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5 Tips For The Perfect Bedroom

Advice from the team at Blanc Des Vosges on making your sleeping spot a stylish haven.

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2 mins  |
June - August 2021
Forging Ahead
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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!

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5 mins  |
March-May 2021
10 Minutes With...Priyanka Agarwal
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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.

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5 mins  |
March-May 2021
World's Most Instagrammed Waterfalls!
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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!

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4 mins  |
March-May 2021
Positivity & Passion
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Positivity & Passion

A chat with one of the names behind a whole host of our readers’ favourite HK restaurants.

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6 mins  |
March-May 2021
Two-Bedder By the Beach?
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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.

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3 mins  |
March-May 2021
From The Frontline
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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.

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5 mins  |
March-May 2021
Ace The Face!
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Ace The Face!

Spring is all about renewal and rejuvenation, so why not schedule in some “me-time” and book a facial?

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3 mins  |
March-May 2021
Why Composting Counts
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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.

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4 mins  |
March-May 2021
Street Talk An Insider's Guide To Life In Their 'Hood
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Street Talk An Insider's Guide To Life In Their 'Hood

The specifies:

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3 mins  |
March-May 2021
Money Matters - Getting A Financial Plan In Place
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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.

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3 mins  |
March-May 2021
From The Frontline
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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.

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5 mins  |
March-May 2021
Why Composting Counts
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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.

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4 mins  |
March-May 2021
10 Minutes With...Priyanka Agarwal
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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.

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5 mins  |
March-May 2021
Tackling Myopia In Kids
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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.

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5 mins  |
March-May 2021
Two-Bedder By The Beach?
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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.

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3 mins  |
March-May 2021
Hiking Ideas A Mount Davis Meander
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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.

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3 mins  |
March-May 2021
A Bali Villa Vibe
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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.

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5 mins  |
March-May 2021
Give Your Kids A Language Lift
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Give Your Kids A Language Lift

How enrolling your child in a course at the Hong Kong Institute of Languages can help.

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2 mins  |
March-May 2021
Original Charm
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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.

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7 mins  |
December - February 2021
Seasonal Feasts!
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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!

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10+ mins  |
December - February 2021

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