The Hong Kong Series: Fashion

Hi All! So to finish up my Hong Kong series, I've left fashion to be the cherry on top! It's funny because we decided to photograph all the locals in their oh so fashionable wear and this idea was the friendboy's! This is HK fashion through the eyes of Mr. K:

Times Square, Causeway Bay

Light scarves even when slightly humid:

Booties with ankle length knakis, short cropped blazer and bag

All guys in HK carry a manbag big or small:

...And wear very colorful shoes. They aren't ashamed of color!

A little different: White tuxedo blazer with bell-bottom flowy navy pants and a wife-beater tank underneath?:

We're not saying we were fans. We just captured the moment with all its interesting-ness. At least his lady friend was quite the classy dresser!

Subway Fashion

See, not afraid of colorful shoes:

Missing this:

This is the last time I touched one of these. And yes, that's me there in the picture, about to devour that thing. Just thought I'd share this photo with you all... again. :)

Happy Friday! Until next time. More fashion awaits!

The Hong Kong Series: Food - The Best Part of the Trip

I am so long overdue on posts! It has been a crazy few weeks since I've gotten back. And now that the holidays are here and in full swing, it is even harder for me to get some down time!

I am missing Hong Kong so much. I have friends that are still there and I envy their ability to indulge in all the flavors there. Chinese food in L.A. is just NOT the same. Let me show you why I love the food there so much:

1. Dim Sum at Tim Ho Wan: The story is that the Four Seasons chef left and had started his own restaurant, Tim Ho Wan, and it's Four Seasons quality for 1/4th the price! It's also one of the "cheapest" Michelin rated restaurants in the world.

Lotus Leaf wrapped sticky rice

Pork Spare Rib with Black Bean Sauce Over Rice

Only THE BEST BBQ Pork Bun

BBQ Pork Noodle

2. Crystal Jade: I know this is a chain in HK but man is it SO much better than the Shanghai food in L.A.

Steamed Juicy Pork Dumplings

 

Shanghai Style Pan Fried Noodle

3. Mido Cafe: Small and quaint local joint in Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon. Serves great Lai Cha (Milk tea) and cafe style dishes.

Baked Pork Chop w/ Fried Rice and Tomato Sauce

Hong Kong Style French Toast

4. Caprice: Three Michelin stars for a French restaurant in the middle of Hong Kong. Okay, well not the "middle". But they had excellent food and GREAT service. Instead of folding our napkins when we left the table, they brought an entirely NEW one!

Chicken Consomme and Pumpkin

Japanese Scallop Tartare with Cauliflower, Oyster Jelly and Avruga Caviar Coulis

Poached Pear

 

Passion Fruit and Chocolate Fondant

4. Wonton Mein: Went to a place in Causeway Bay. It was supposed to be a Michelin recommended place. And it WAS indeed tasty!

5. Cong Sao Desserts: A Hidden treasure located underneath the Holiday Inn Express in Times Square. We went twice during our trip. :P

 

Strawberry Ice with Grass Jelly

Almond Soup with Sago and Glutinous Rice

5. McDonald's: No trip would be complete without trying all the different things the various McDonald's have to offer!

McPepper and Shake Shake Fries

Wow, has it really been a little over a month since I've gotten back AND entered another blog? Sorry all... But!! There will be more to follow!

The Hong Kong Series: An Introduction

I'm back! Adjusting to jet lag and have returned to work (maybe not the best combination). How is it that it is easier to adjust going there but not so much coming back home? I think last night was the first night that I actually slept through the night... but I think it attributes to the fact that I was awake for a full 24 hours before that...

The first morning, I woke up to see this outside our window

Victoria Harbor

We began to see the sights and take in all the colors of Hong Kong

$1 US for fresh fruit juice

Fresh fruits for juices

There's always tons of people walking around, no matter what day of the week it is. And, people in Hong Kong work Monday through Saturday!

Interesting sights from gorgeous heights

Looking out into the city

City sights up close 

View From Victoria Peak

Tsim Sha Tsui during the day

Tsim Sha Tsui at night

iSquare Shopping Plaza escalators lit up

Hong Kong to be continued...