Catharina Cheung

Just like dai pai dongs, cha chaan tengs are an integral part of Hong Kong’s vibrant dining scene. Not only do these humble eateries consistently dish out local comfort food that are bursting with flavours, but they do it all at wallet-friendly prices too. Keep reading to find some of our favourite cha chaan tengs in the city. RECOMMENDED: If you’re after more casual dining options, take a look at our top picks for the best beachside bars and restaurants in Hong Kong!

The sight of pale yellow rods strung together in boxy structures is a ubiquitous one in Hong Kong. These are often erected alongside buildings for construction and repairs, and have been instrumental in the development of our famous skyscrapers and seasonal Cantonese opera theatres. Hong Kong would quite literally not be Hong Kong without bamboo scaffolding – but the government has recently decided to gradually phase out the use of these historical structures in favour of metal scaffolding instead. They might not be around soon, so in honour of our humble but beautiful building aids, here’s a deeper look into Hong Kong’s bamboo scaffolding.

June has rolled around again, which means it is time for all the girls, gays, and theys to unapologetically slay. Whether you’re more for going to queer bars, drag shows, or simply curling up with a homoerotic romance on the telly, there’s plenty you can do for Pride Month. Here are some of the best LGBTQIA-related parties, brunches, shows, and events that are happening in town! RECOMMENDED: Check out the must-watch movies from Hong Kong’s queer icon Leslie Cheung!

From menu takeovers by renowned chefs to creative baked goodies and exclusive pop-ups, Hong Kong's food and drink scene is always hard at work to keep us happy, well-fed, and forever curious. If you're a bona fide foodie who's always on the lookout for the latest eats, turn your attention to these delicious happenings in the city right now. RECOMMENDED:  😋 New restaurants to check out in Hong Kong🍽️ 50 best restaurants in Hong Kong🍜 Unique Hong Kong dishes you need to try

Italian cuisine comes in many different forms. There’s intricate Michelin-starred fine dining, rustic family-style spreads, and huge, comforting pizzas for friends to share. Instead of settling for just any old eatery that serves Italian food, we went armed with our forks to pick out the best Italian restaurants in Hong Kong. Keep reading to discover where to indulge in Italian cuisine in the city.  RECOMMENDED: Want to try some authentic local cuisine? Book your tables for the best Chinese New Year menus before the holidays begin!

There are only two types of Hongkongers who have never heard of Stephen Chow (周星馳) – newborns, and liars. Okay, not really. But come on, we’re talking about the man whose name is synonymous with laughter amongst the Hong Kong movie scene here, so you’ll have to excuse us for getting a little bit over-excited. The celebrated actor-director has been aching our sides for around three decades now, and with the promise of the highly-anticipated sequel to his immensely popular film Kung Fu Hustle, Chow doesn’t seem to be slowing down any time soon. To celebrate one of Hong Kong’s all-time cinematic greats, we’ve compiled a list of – in our opinion – the most memorable films by the King of Comedy.  RECOMMENDED: Want to watch more local classics? You’ll have fun going through our list of the 100 best Hong Kong movies ever made.

Whether it’s street photography spots or world-class art galleries, Hong Kong is a city that’s bursting with creativity – thanks to the incredible art scene filled with local and international talents. To narrow things down and help you be well on your way to true culture vulture status (and level up your Insta-feed along the way), here are some of the best ongoing and upcoming art shows to visit around town. RECOMMENDED: Discover Hong Kong’s coolest hidden art spaces or pay a visit to the city’s top museums.

The annual Dragon Boat Festival is upon us, which means we’re gearing up for a frankly unhealthy amount of rice dumplings. While most of us look forward to this celebration every year – not least because it’s a public holiday in Hong Kong – there are some things about the festival that you may not know about. Read on to see if any surprise you! RECOMMENDED: Check out some other traditional festivals in Hong Kong, and celebrate Dragon Boat at some of the best Cantonese restaurants in town

The great thing about the annual Affordable Art Fair is that they’ve eschewed Hong Kong’s traditional Arts Month period, when the city’s biggest art events are all crammed into a week or so. Instead of struggling to decide which happenings to go to – and which to sadly give up on seeing – the Affordable Art Fair gives Hongkongers the choice of taking everything in at a leisurely pace. For the uninitiated, the Affordable Art Fair Hong Kong was founded to make art more accessible, approachable, and inclusive for everyone – divorcing it from the rich, exclusive, and snooty image that this sector has long been saddled with. They believe art is for us all and that everyone can become an art collector, which is why as the Affordable Art Fair Hong Kong celebrates its 12th edition in our city, they’re gathering 99 local and international galleries to present art pieces that are all priced under $100,000. Read on to see what to look out for at this year’s fair, as well as how to choose the right pieces for your space.

Hong Kong and Macau’s music scene has been thriving with activity. From homegrown talents performing at intimate venues to international stars taking on the big stage, there’s much to look forward to for eager concertgoers. If you want to be in the know on all the latest music performances, festivals, concerts, and gigs happening in Hong Kong and Macau, bookmark this page and come back regularly for more updates.  RECOMMENDED: In the meantime, check out our list of the best live music venues in Hong Kong. 

While you might associate the best Hong Kong films with acclaimed directors such as Wong Kar-wai and John Woo, Hong Kong filmmakers have never shied away from producing raunchier flicks (though they have nothing on what really happens in Hong Kong’s BDSM scene).First appearing in the 1960s, Hong Kong’s X-rated films peaked in popularity during the 1990s (following the establishment of the notorious Category III rating). While the 2000s saw Hongkongers gain an unparalleled level of access to adult material online (see: How Hongkongers use Pornhub), notable erotic films have kept coming, including ‘the world’s first 3D erotic movie’, 3D Sex and Zen, and more. Here’s our pick for Hong Kong’s best sexy movies. RECOMMENDED: Want more steamy flicks? Check out this list of Asian erotic films, or if it’s romance you’re after, check out Hong Kong’s best classic romcoms

As one of Asia’s major arts and cultural hubs, Hong Kong not only has fantastic art exhibitions and music concerts and shows, but also boasts a year-round line-up of superb theatre productions, comedy stand-up shows, and stage performances. Read on to find out which shows you should see – say hi if you see us in the audience too! RECOMMENDED: How about checking out some music gigs, concerts, and festivals coming up in town?

American artist Aryo Toh Djojo, known for fusing the subcultures of California with science fiction and spiritual iconography, is having his first solo exhibition in the China area. In this new body of work, he explores mysticism and the unknown with heat-reactive paintings that transform and reveal themselves when the temperature rises. The visuals are paired with soundscapes inspired by drone music as well as photographic light leaks to create a dynamic, atmospheric experience. ‘Spectra’ is running in Perrotin until July 5.

M+ is hosting this adaptation of Trevor Yeung’s solo show that represented our city at the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia. Drawing inspiration from his surroundings that include pet shops, seafood restaurants, public fountains, feng shui arrangements, and more, Yeung examines the relationship between humans and aquatic systems. See pet fish shops and filtration systems that are abandoned and devoid of aquatic life, and a defunct fountain in a European courtyard. The exhibition runs from June 14 to October 12, and entry is $120.

Local artist Chang (formerly referred to as Ernest Chang) is celebrating the 10th anniversary of his gallery, The Stallery, with an exhibition exploring the conflicts between time, technology, and life. Chinese scholar’s rocks are typically prized for their natural resemblance to things – ‘Artifice’ overlays the heresy of modern-day symbols onto the purity of natural rock forms, and asks if this strips away its artistic value. To match these rocks, the gallery has been transformed into a Zen garden with pebbles on the floor, artificial grass, and even a traditional Chinese bridge. This exhibition is running until August 31.

As the first comprehensive exhibition in Hong Kong to showcase the artistic and cultural exchange between Islamic and Chinese peoples, the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) has chosen to focus the show on the achievements of Safavid Iran, Mughal India, and Ottoman Türkiye. In collaboration with the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, Qatar, there will be approximately 100 pieces on display, including carpets, ceramics, metalwork, manuscripts, and jades, accompanied by artefacts from the Palace Museum and HKPM. Keep an eye out for the Kevorkian Hyderabad carpet, one of the longest Islamic carpets in a museum collection at almost 16 metres. ‘Wonders of Imperial Carpets’ will run from June 18 to October 6, and tickets cost $150.

Cuisine.K is a South Korea project that discovers promising talents in Korean food and cultivates them into young chefs who can promote Korean cuisine on a global level – and they’ve now come to Hong Kong. From now until June 28, head to Hanu in Wan Chai to try their eight-course dinner menu ($880 per head) that features innovative usages of traditional Korean sauces. From delicate bites of myeongin amuse-bouche to start and savoury buckwheat noodles in hapjajang sauce, the menu is bursting with pickled, fermented, and fresh flavours that diners might not easily taste outside of Korea. Choose between ganjang gejang soy-marinated crabs or gochujang marinated duck as the mains, before moving onto hanwoo Korean beef, and finally finishing with two types of dessert. Diners can also opt for the lunch menu ($380) instead, which consists of three courses and dessert, but still includes much of the flavours and innovation of the dinner selections. 

Nan Fung Group’s ‘In Time of Weaving Festival’ returns for its second edition this year, themed after ‘Conversing with Emotions’. To promote the craft of textiles, this event will gather 20 weaving organisations from Hong Kong to host more than 20 workshops and experiences, where festival-goers can check out embroidery, rattan weaving, fabric weaving, screen printing, natural dyes, and other types of textile art-related activities. If you’re not too crafty, there is also a marketplace with around 40 booths filled with embroidery- and weaving-related products, as well as a second-hand clothing flea market. Spend over $200 among the booths to redeem a limited-edition omamori charm exclusive to this festival. Head to The Mills in Tsuen Wan from May 24 to 25 to check out the stalls, join a couple of workshops, and perhaps pick up a new hobby.

The internationally acclaimed Cirque du Soleil is coming to town on the first stop of their Asia tour – this will be the troupe’s first appearance in Hong Kong since 2018. Their Kooza show first started in 2007 and toured in more than 70 cities across 23 countries before being relaunched in 2022 with new production elements. Expect to see high-flying acrobatics and whimsical characters amidst gorgeous sets, highlighted by the lavish costumes and powerful music that Cirque du Soleil has always been known for. This new production also includes a solo aerial silk performance, a repertoire of Icarian games, and a high-octane diabolo act with a triple world champion – all never seen before in Hong Kong.  Since there has been overwhelming demand, the Cirque du Soleil has extended Kooza’s run for an additional three weeks, so the show will be in town until July 13. Tickets run from $450 to $1,998 – VIP ticket holders can enjoy the exclusive bar and appetisers an hour before the show starts and during intermission. 

NCT subunit boy group NCT Dream is coming back to town after their Hong Kong concert last summer. After kicking off their ‘The Dream Show 4: Dream The Future’ tour in Seoul, the seven-piece band will move on to Bangkok before coming to us, then performing in Jakarta, Singapore, Taipei, and Kuala Lumpur until the end of this year. This also marks the first time that a K-pop act will hold a show in the Kai Tak Stadium, so mark your calendars for August 30! Ticketing details will be announced at a later date.

British rising pop artist Henry Moodie is embarking on his first-ever headline tour in Asia, starting off in Kuala Lumpur before taking the stage in Bangkok, Seoul, Taipei, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. At just 21 years old, he has already been one of the most-viewed UK artists on TikTok in 2022 and 2024 (joining the likes of Central Cee, Charli XCX, and Coldplay), and following on from his second EP Good Old Days last October, is planning on releasing his debut album this year. Catch Moodie at the Kitty Woo Stadium on July 28 – tickets start from $599, with meet-and-greet VIP packages available. 

M+ rounds off their spring season with everyone’s favourite late-night museum party on June 6. There’ll be a mix of pop, jazz, and a capella live performances this time, featuring local singer Serrini, jazz collective Fountain de Chopin playing music from the Blue Giant score, and more. The organisers of several Cantopop party events will also be spinning behind the decks, so expect a good amount of retro Cantonese music on the DJ setlists. As unusual, M+ at Night partygoers can also access all general admission galleries in the museum – tickets will be on sale for $280 from May 26 onwards, with early-bird and student discounts available.

Make like the ancient Chinese literati and sit down to enjoy an hour of tea and music – you have permission to feel cultured and superior while doing it. Aptly held at the Tea House Theatre in the Xiqu Centre, a string quintet from the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra will play several pieces from classic Chinese music, from delicate harmonies to thunderous melodies. The auditory experience will be enhanced by tea master Lu Yuanyuan, who will offer different types of Chinese tea to be paired with different musical pieces. Head to West Kowloon on May 31 – tickets are available for $260.

Italian restaurant Casa Sophia Loren has launched an entertainment programme that blends high-energy theatre with the flavours of southern Italy. Inspired by the 1955 romantic comedy Scandal in Sorrento (starring Sophia Loren, of course), this theatrical supper will run on the last Saturday of every month, featuring dancers playing the role of fishermen’s wives, dynamic routines, and sultry vocals. Guests are invited to join in the revelry or, if you’re not a fan of audience participation, soak in the enchantment from their tables. Tickets go for $888 per person, which includes appetisers, mains, and a shared dessert platter, with the option to add on a three-hour free-flow package.

Star-gazers and fans of astronomical phenomena, listen up! A full strawberry moon will rise low above Hong Kong tomorrow, appearing especially large to viewers all over the world as it will be near the horizon. At 3.44pm on Wednesday, June 11, the strawberry moon will rise from the southeast. It will then move across the sky close to the southern horizon before setting in the southeast – this is why the moon will appear bigger. When the moon is nearer to the horizon rather than higher in the sky, it gives rise to the optical illusion called the big moon effect or moon illusion, even though the planetary body obviously remains the same size regardless of its position. This strawberry moon is particularly noteworthy as we are currently in a rare two-year period known as a major lunar standstill or the lunistice. Occurring once every 18 years or so, the last time we’ve had such a low-hanging full moon was back in 2006, and the next time will be in 2043. For us in Hong Kong, this fruity moon will occur during the afternoon in broad daylight, so the luminous orange orb might not appear quite as striking compared to the view from other parts of the world. Also, it’s best to temper your expectations now with the fact that a strawberry moon is not actually pink or red. Its name actually comes from the traditions of early farmers who associated the full moon in June with the ripening of strawberry crops. Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the bes

Whenever the weather in Hong Kong gets oppressively hot, as it has over the past few days, it’s a pretty sure sign that a typhoon is likely soon to hit. According to the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO), a tropical cyclone is developing over the South China Sea area, which means we might be hit with our first typhoon of the year this week. An anticyclone – an area of high pressure with outward-moving winds – is still bringing very hot weather to areas across southern China over the next two days. However, there’s also currently a broad area of low pressure over the central portion of the South China Sea. This is likely to develop into a tropical cyclone, moving towards the coast along western Guangdong to Hainan during the middle to latter part of this week, with the possibility of it shifting towards eastern Guangdong. Depending on the rate of its development, the HKO might issue the No. 1 Standby Signal as early as Tuesday night, June 10, and assess the need to issue higher warning signals on Wednesday and Thursday. There will be squally showers and thunderstorms over Hong Kong’s general region, and we can expect temperatures to still be sweltering. The thermostat will be highest during Tuesday, June 10, and Wednesday, June 11, reaching a high of 34 degree Celsius in urban areas and even a couple of degrees higher in the New Territories. The path and trajectory of weather phenomena could always change, but this tropical cyclone looming on the horizon is expected to be named ‘Wut

Live music platform The Underground Hong Kong has been a part of our city’s vibrant auditory scene for over 20 years, and they’re celebrating their 21st anniversary with a two-day festival – the largest-scale indie music festival in Hong Kong. More than 20 music acts will be taking over The Fringe Club in Central for consecutive nights of revelry and good tunes. Some of the acts you can catch include Hong Kong producer Elektro Müll, folky group The Black Velvet Collective, funky citypop band Mis, French brass party band Le Groupe Électrogène Fanfare Club, local rock band Andy is Typing…, dream-pop and shoegaze band Tofu Kingdom, punk psychedelia heavyweights Gimag, lo-fi supergroup Kowloon Cowboys, shoegaze rockers Omnimori, emo alt-rock powerhouse Seasons for Change, chaotic noise rockers Bad Actors, post-hardcore act Ink Inferno, and many more. Photograph: Courtesy The Underground Hong Kong Over the years, The Underground has provided the stages for and launched the careers of many local and international acts – Dear Jane, Soler, RubberBand, and ToNick, to name a few. This is a great opportunity to connect with our live music community, discover some fantastic acts right on our doorsteps, and get to say you saw them live before they go international. The lineup will be split across two stages, with a gallery space where festival-goers and musicians can chill together over food and drinks. The Underground 21st Anniversary Festival will take place on June 13 and 14. Two-day

The summer heat is really kicking in, so why not bring in a touch of spice from Brazil? A 10-day spectacle is going to sweep into town towards the end of this month, transforming our city into a pulsating celebration worthy of Rio. Approximately 50 world-class performers from Brazil will put on samba dances, reggae drumming, capoeira martial arts, freestyle football, and more – all complemented by Brazilian food and drinks. This marks the first time that we are hosting ‘Extravaganza! When Brazil Meets Hong Kong’, which will take place across 10 of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including Central Market, Lan Kwai Fong, Lee Tung Avenue, the Tsim Sha Tsui harbourfront, and the Wan Chai HarbourChill space.  Photograph: Courtesy Extravaganza Mark your calendars for June 20 to 29 – the event’s three-day grand finale will then take place at the Hong Kong Observation Wheel and AIA Vitality Park from June 27 to 29. The finale will have free admission for all, and is open from 1pm to 11pm. For those who’d like an enhanced festival, get experience package tickets on Klook, which include themed photos with costume rentals, all-you-can-drink passes, Brazilian game booths, and more. Find out more about Extravaganza! on their official website. Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox Recommended stories: Hongkongers will be able to order and pay for taxis on the Octopus app GH MegaBox announces closure – Hong

Hong Kong would probably crumble as a society without Octopus payments, and the company has yet again proven they’re not just killing the transport game on home turf. Octopus Cards Limited is soon launching an ‘Easy Ride’ platform, allowing users to order and pay for cabs directly within the Octopus app. The electronic payment platform has partnered with BigBoss Taxi for this new service – the company is part of the new colourful taxis now running on Hong Kong’s roads. BigBoss’ fleet includes options for pure electric eco-friendly cars, hybrid models, six-seater luxury cars, and wheelchair-accessible vehicles. For now, there will be approximately 300 taxis on ‘Easy Ride’, but Octopus has plans to expand the service with the four other government-licensed fleets. With multiple taxi fleets integrated into the Octopus app, passengers will not need to download separate programmes for each taxi brand. Users can also book taxis then settle the journey by paying seamlessly with Octopus cards, Mobile Octopus, or Octopus Wallet. Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox Recommended stories: GH MegaBox announces closure – it’s Hong Kong’s sixth cinema shutdown this year A look into Hong Kong’s bamboo scaffolding and why it’s special A huge sake festival is happening in TST this weekend

Golden Harvest Cinemas has announced on Thursday, June 5, that its MegaBox location will be shutting down early next week. From Monday, June 9, cinema-goers will no longer be able to enjoy movies within this seven-house theatre with over 800 seats. In their social media posts, Golden Harvest thanked their audiences over the years by offering special promotions. GH MegaBox’s final screening on the night of June 8 will be a mystery screening of a classic movie, priced at only $40. Three different night time slots – at 9.25pm, 9.35pm, and 9.45pm – will all be screening different classics. IMAX tickets will also cost just $40 for a screening of How to Train Your Dragon. Cinema-goers who watch any of these final screenings will be able to redeem a GH MegaBox commemorative card on their way out. There will also be discounts at the concession stand, with certain combos and merchandise priced at $40. Additionally, customers can present their GH MegaBox movie ticket at any other Golden Harvest cinema from June 9 to 30 to enjoy $10 off food and drink. Golden Harvest cited the end of their tenancy as the reason for closure, but the fact remains that this will be the third Golden Harvest cinema to close this year. This news comes hot on the heels of the shuttering of Golden Harvest’s Grand Ocean Cinema, which had been operating in Tsim Sha Tsui for more than 50 years. Earlier this year in April, GH Whampoa also closed down. Photograph: Jenny Leung GH MegaBox also marks the sixth cinema

Just about the only time we’d willingly brave the outdoor heat in Hong Kong’s summers is when there’s a good excuse to party, like a music festival. This July, the Next Wave Beach Festival returns to Discovery Bay for two days of sun and tunes. This will mark their third festival in Hong Kong and, as ever, will feature both local and international acts. The Saturday lineup includes Hong Kong’s own Kaho Hung, Taiwanese king of romantic ballads Eric Chou, rapper Gummy B, Taiwanese singers Patti Tsai and Kelly Cheng, and experimental pop group I’mdifficult from Taipei.  Sunday’s itinerary is even more star-studded, with K-pop girl group Itzy headlining, along with Chung Ha, Korean rock band Dragon Pony, and relatively new South Korean-Taiwanese girl group Genblue. Mark your calendars for July 5 to 6, kicking off from 3.30pm at Discovery Bay. Ticket sales open on June 5, with general admission costing $788 and first-class tickets going for $988. The first-class experience includes a VIP area that’s closer to the stage, exclusive bathrooms, a free waterproof bag, and a special security check with bag drop service. Aside from the music, the last couple of years of Next Wave have also included large-scale water slides, art installations, food and shopping stalls, and even yachts for rent – we’re excited to see what this year will bring. Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox Recommended stories: The new

Citizens and tourists alike will have a great reason to go out and about, as Hong Kong’s railway operator MTR Corporation is offering half-price rides for one day next month. Mark your calendars: on Sunday, July 13, all MTR passengers can enjoy 50 percent off their fares for the day. Travellers can enjoy this discount on the MTR, the light rail, the MTR bus service, as well as cross-border trips that run to and from Lo Wu and Lok Ma Chau stations. The discount is applicable to passengers who tap in using Octopus cards or QR code tickets. This ‘Thank You Day’ is in response to the significant disruption that occurred on May 22, where a “power supply disruption” resulted in the entirety of the Tseung Kwan O line being shut down for over five hours during the evening peak rush.  Photograph: Shutterstock In addition to the half-price rides on July 13, MTR is also offering a free ride to passengers who were affected by the Tseung Kwan O line – those who have entered or exited stations along that rail line between May 18 and June 15 with their Octopus cards are entitled to one free MTR ride. In order to claim this complimentary travel, passengers need to register on the MTR mobile app by June 15, and will then receive the free ride by June 20. To ensure this initiative runs smoothly, service counters will be available at North Point, Hang Hau, Tseung Kwan O, and Tiu Keng Leng stations from 3pm to 8pm on June 6 to 8 and June 13 to 15. MTR staff will be on hand to assist in app re

From a globally acclaimed novel and award-winning film adaptation by Ang Lee, to two theatrical versions performed across the UK, it’s no exaggeration to say that Life of Pi by Yann Martel is one of the most iconic stories of the 21st century. Theatre lovers will be glad to know that the play is soon making its Hong Kong debut at the Xiqu Centre. The original West End production from London has won five Olivier Awards and three Tony Awards, so this is a great chance for Hong Kong audiences to see the magic right on home soil. One of the most remarkable aspects of the Life of Pi play is its use of exquisite puppetry in presenting the various animal characters such as the orangutans, zebras, hyenas, and Richard Parker the Bengal tiger. If you’ve seen The Lion King musical, you’ll know first-hand how life-like puppets can be, and this production includes three very skilled puppeteers who deftly bring the animals to life. Photograph: Courtesy China Performing Arts Theatre Line For those who have yet to experience the tale in any format, Life of Pi tells the story of Pi, a young Indian boy who loses his family in a shipwreck and finds himself having to survive while adrift at sea on a lifeboat with a range of animals, including the potentially dangerous tiger Richard Parker. Blending fantasy with reality, it deals with the profound themes of humanity and survival, religion and faith, as well as whether truth and fiction are important at all.  Head to the Xiqu Centre from June 26

Among the many attractions on Lantau Island are popular sights like the Tian Tan Big Buddha, the Po Lin Monastery, and the Ngong Ping 360 cable car ride. Unfortunately for visitors to the area, one of these well-admired attractions, The Wisdom Path, will soon be closed from June 5 for refurbishment. This large-scale installation consists of 38 timber columns inscribed with the Heart Sutra, and arranged in a figure-of-eight formation along the hilly landscape to symbolise infinity. Professor Jao Tsung-I, an academic master renowned internationally for his research and art, donated an original calligraphy work of the Heart Sutra to Hong Kong, with the request that it be made into a large outdoor carving.  The Wisdom Path was completed in 2005, and visitors can wend their way along the sculptures, contemplating the profound centuries-old text that is treasured by Buddhists, Taoists, and Confucians. It is also a popular spot for a casual hike, with an easy loop that can be completed in approximately half an hour. 20 years on, The Wisdom Path is due some TLC, with the Tourism Commission estimating that the refurbishment works will be fully complete in the last quarter of 2026. However, sections of the path will be reopened gradually before then, so locals and tourists alike can enjoy at least some of the attraction with minimal disruptions. During the time of its refurbishment work, visitors can take in The Wisdom Path from the viewing platform located on a section of the Lantau T

The resort-like residential town of Discovery Bay has always been filled with laid-back families and their furry friends, but they’re now upping the game even further with pet-friendly bus services. DB Pet Buses are now available for pet owners and their companions to easily travel to and from Discovery Bay. For now, this service will run on the Sundays of June 8, September 14, and October 12, bringing visitors to the pet-friendly Sunday markets that are happening on those weekends. There are two routes servicing several areas in the territories: the PBD1 running from Tseung Kwan O to DB Plaza via Kai Tak, and the PBD2 running from Tuen Mun to DB Plaza via Tsuen Wan West. The bus has now been expanded to include stops at DB North Plaza and Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong, making it increasingly convenient for pet owners to explore more of DB. Photograph: Courtesy HKRI To welcome animal friends to the neighbourhood, there will be a dedicated pet zone on DB Plaza’s lawn, complete with toys to entertain all pets. Specifically on June 8, a night market will also run from 2pm to 9pm at DB Plaza, with approximately 60 vendors selling handmade crafts, unique gift items, and pet-related products and services. In addition, DB pet bus ticket holders can present their tickets to redeem a free gift, and enjoy discounts and promotions in a range of Discovery Bay’s eateries, such as 20 percent off food at The Bounty Entertainment & Sports Bar or baked dough balls and two drinks for just

South Korean singer-songwriter and actress Bibi has just kick started her first-ever world tour ‘Eve’ – starting with Seoul, she is taking the stage across the US and Canada before making her way back to Asian cities including Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore, Osaka, Tokyo, Fukuoka, Taipei, and Jakarta, finally also extending to Australia and New Zealand towards the latter part of this year. Since her debut in 2019, Bibi has established herself as a strong contender in the Korean hip-hop scene, with a genre-bending sound that blends R&B, indie rock, and funk-pop influences. She unapologetically explores themes of mental distress and self-discovery, and her music video for Derre featured herself in a queer romantic storyline, which is rarely seen in the oft-sanitised mainstream Korean music industry. Bibi’s 2024 single Bam Yang Gang also swiftly became viral for its accompanying challenge of singing the song while eating bamyanggeaeng chestnut jelly. She has just released her second studio album Eve: Romance in May, so expect to hear bangers like Hongdae R&B, Bluebird, and more performed live. Bibi will take the stage at the AsiaWorld-Expo on Sunday, August 3, with tickets running from $699 to $1,799. The VIP packages will include a special laminate and lanyard, an autographed postcard, early access to merch, access to the pre-show soundcheck party, and a group photo with Bibi herself for VVIPs. Official fans can get first pick of tickets with the pookïe Membership (Global) pre-s