Hong Kong-style eggs waffle in an all-time childhood food favorite and long-standing popular street food in Hong Kong. It is best served hot and mostly plain which is a must-try snack on your Hello! Hong Kong tour!. There are several hawker stores that sell egg waffle and some of them put a little twist by serving it with fruit and flavors such as strawberry, coconut, or chocolate.

Hong Kong-style egg waffles are very easy to make and the ingredients are easily available in all stores. below is the easy recipe that you can do at the comforts of your home!

INGREDIENTS

• 180g of all-purpose flour,

• 1 tbsp of custard powder,

• 7g of baking powder,

• 28g of tapioca starch,

• 2 eggs

• 120g of sugar,

• 28g of evaporated milk,

• 1 tsp of vanilla extract,

• 140ml of water,

• 25ml of vegetable oil,

• extra vegetable oil to grease the pan
  

  PROCEDURE

• Sift the flour, custard powder, baking powder and tapioca starch into a large bowl and then set aside.

• Whisk the eggs and sugar until well homogenised/mixed.

• Add in the evaporated milk, vanilla extract, water and vegetable oil until smooth.

• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk briefly until just combined. Sift this mixture with a strainer into a measuring jug with a spout.

• Grease an egg waffle pan liberally with vegetable oil. Preheat both sides for 1 and a half minutes over a medium flame.

• Pour batter and fill about 80% full. Close pan and flip the pan quickly to evenly distribute the batter.

• Cook on each side for 2-3 minutes. Once done, use skewers or a fork to remove the waffle.

• Let cool slightly and serve warm whilst crispy on the outside and soft on the inside

Try the egg waffles on your Hello! Hong Kong Tours

Now you can make this very tasty snack for your family, friends especially for kids!! Happy snacking!

Video Credits to iSaamuel
Photo credits to themissinglokness

Egg tart is a local dessert that consists of an outer pastry crust filled with egg custard. A favorite snack of locals and tourists alike because if its sweetness and also the snack is a representation of the colonial history of Hong Kong. You can buy egg tarts at any Chinese bakeries, where you might be lucky enough to get a warm one or if you book Hello! Hong Kong tours food tour this is one of the local food that you will be trying out.

Luckily, egg tart can be made at home. he recipe and procedure is not that complicated at all!

Video credits: Room For Dessert

INGREDIENTS

For the Tart

• 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour

• 1/2 Cup Unsalted Butter (1 Stick)

• 1 Egg Yolk

• 1/8 Cup Powdered Sugar

• 1/8 Cup Water

• 1/2 Tsp. Salt

For the egg custard

• 1/8 Cup Water

• 1/8 Cup Sugar

• 1 Egg

• 1/4 Cup Milk

• 1 Tsp. Vanilla Extract

PROCEDURE

For the tart

• Mix and kneel well until all ingredients are mixed well.

• The dough is done when there are no chunks of butter left and you can form a ball.

• Wrap the dough in a plastic cling wrap and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes.

• Roll the dough to at least 1/4 inch thick

• Cut the portions of the dough for your tart crust and put it on your tart molder

For the egg custard

• Mix 1/8 cup of sugar and 1/8cup of water and melt in the microwave

• Mix 1 egg, 1/4 cup of milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract stir well

• Add your melted sugar onto the mixture

• Pour the mixture onto each of your egg tart molds

• Bake for 425F for 15minutes

Voilà! you can now enjoy your homemade egg tart Hong Kong style! Happy snacking!

Recipe and procedure credits to Room For Dessert
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Every week, we are featuring one of our Hello! Hong Kong tour guides to share with you their Corona Diary. This week it’s Mel!

A graduate of Engineering, Mel found passion and happiness in tour guiding. You can genuinely feel his passion for his hometown during his tours. His sweet smile and very calm personality make people love him and feel at ease. Aside from being a professional tour guide of Hello! Hong Kong tours, Mel also loves theatre and acting. During the downtime from tourism, Mel has been making a Hong Kong TV commercial themed healthy family, fight against Coronavirus.

We had a short interview with him, and below he shared with us a glimpse of his Covid-19 everyday life.

Hello! Hong Kong Tour guide Mel (Tallest guy with a nice smile ; extreme right) shooting for a commercial themed “Healthy family fight against corona virus”

On a normal day, you are usually out on the streets showing our guests the beauty of Hong Kong. Given the travel restrictions imposed by several countries. How are you spending your time now?  What keeps you busy?

I am a keen gardener, and now its the best time for doing some spring preparation and home improvements. But I think I am not the only one thinking this way. You can see the long lines at IKEA and at the garden centres! 

What keeps me busy? More quality time at home, more reading and more preparations for myself for future challenges.

We know that you also suffer from wanderlust. When this Pandemic is finally over, and you can go anywhere overseas where will your wanderlust take you and why?

My heart goes to Italy. I have some very good friends in Florence. I kept them updated with the news and practice on how to stay safe of the virus outbreak. I also sent them some supplies to make sure that they have enough physical protections. 

Italy is a great country with the highest number of UNESCO sites in the world. Also its a place with great food and a wonderful mix of landscapes. 

I really want to check on my love ones there and celebrate there together after such a hard time that we have been having these last months. As the governments of countries mentioned, the impact of this pandemic has been comparable to WWII or 911. It’s really one of the hardest times in the history of mankind.

After the world comes out of this dark time and that everyone can travel to Hong Kong once again what is the thing or place you are most excited about showing our guests and why?

It will be Wong Tai Sin Temple. The shrine of the God of Medicine, as he has been blessing Hong Kong. Hong Kong was one of the earliest territories with the virus outbreak, but the number of cases is one of the lowest in the world. We all need to pay the patron god a tribute for his great protections to us!

What is the one thing that this very unfortunate event has taught you and why?

We learned that all mankind are equal, no matter your colour/background/money or any differences. We need to show more love and respect to each other, and this can help the survival of mankind, and make this world a better place. 

Mel’s personal message to everyone:

Since January, Hong Kong was the first place to be affected by the Corona virus. It started to affect the cruise lines and package tours to Hong Kong. Visitors showed lots of concern to be in this crowded city, and were not sure how to protect themselves from the virus. 

For the guests that joined my tour at that time, they all learned the info on how to put on personal protection. Hong Kong has gone through similar epidemics since the Millennium ( i.e. SARS, Bird Flu, Swine Flu and MERS ), so the whole city is well trained on how to keep the city and its people safe. 

I am sure that those guests have taken away a great lesson from me, besides the sightseeing! It will make a life-changing difference as they know how to do the same back in their own countries after the safety drill which I showed them. 

I have faith that Hong Kong will have a quicker recovery of business and economy, comparing to many regions that will still have to rebuild the physical loss and public confidence. Again, I hope the whole world will know that Hong Kong is a safe and great city to visit.

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A rice noodle roll is a Cantonese dish commonly served either as a snack, small meal or as a variety of dim sum. In Hong Kong, In Hong Kong, you can find a simpler version of this tasty snack in hawker vendors in the streets of Hong Kong which is often served with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame sauce, and roasted sesame seeds. Try it out on our small group Kowloon tour!

You may find the video and Ingredients helpful if you wish to do and try making Cheung Fun at the comforts of your home.

Video credit: 美味生活HowLiving

INGREDIENTS

Batter

• 1 cup rice flour , 110g

• 1/3 cup corn starch , 40g

• 50 g wheat starch

• 500 ml water

• a tiny pinch of salt

• 1 tbsp. vegetable oil

Filling

• 1/2 cup chopped shrimp , either dried shrimp or fresh shrimp

• 1/3 cup chopped green onion

Sauce

• 1/2 tbsp. oyster sauce

• 1/2 tbsp. dark soy sauce

• 2 tbsp. light soy sauce

• 2 tbsp. water

• 1 tsp. rock sugar

• 1/2 tbsp. sesame oil

Garnishing

• Chopped spring onion

• Toasted white sesame

• Sha Cha sauce or fried shallots

PROCEDURE

• In a large bowl, mix rice flour, cornstarch, wheat starch, salt oil and water. Stir well to make sure the batter is well mixed. Set aside for 10 minutes.

• Prepare a rectangle or square pan and a large wok that can hold the pan. Bring enough water to boiling and then place your pan in.

• In a small bowl, pour a small amount of oil and then brush the steaming pan with a very very thin layer of oil and then pour the batter in. (I pour around 3 tablespoons of batter each time and it should spread to form a very thin layer at the bottom). Make it even and then steam for 1 minute until the batter firms, then sprinkle shrimp and green onions. Re-steam for 2 minutes over high fire.

• Transfer out, use a knife to separate the edges from the pan first and then roll it up to a 2-3cm wide tube. If you prefer, you can cut the tube into one-bite size sections.

To make the sauce

• In a saucepan, add all the ingredients expect sesame oil and heat to boil. Then turn down the heat and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes. Add sesame oil and ransfer out to cool down.

Now, you can enjoy your homemade Cheung Fun! It might look a lot of work to do this dish but it will all be worth it once you have tried and mastered making one for your family and friends! Happy cooking!

Recipes and procedure credited to China Sichuan Food website
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Hoi Ha Wan translates as ‘Bay Beneath the Sea’ and the Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park is a protected area that contains 60 types of hard coral and 120 species of coral fish. It’s also a particularly good spot for those interested in snorkelling or mangroves.

From the rustic Hoi Ha Village, follow the upwards path passing an old temple and a lime kiln (coral was once used in the production of lime) until you have a broad view of the bay’s shimmering waters. Then take a left down a flight of steps to a pier. If the day is clear and the tide is low, you should be able to see coral heads poking through the water. These are brain coral, earning this un-poetic name from their round shapes and convoluted surface patterns. You should also be able to see various colourful fish swimming through the coral, but you might wish to take a closer look by renting snorkelling gear back at the village. Be careful with the coral though — it’s protected. Read these coral area diving and snorkelling guidelines first.

Hoi Ha Wan is one of five marine parks in Hong Kong.

Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park is a sheltered bay located north of the Sai Kung West Country Park. It covers an area of about 260 hectares. Photo credit: trip.com

Address: Hoi Ha Wan, Sai Kung, New Territories
Telephone: +852 2708 8885
Website: www.afcd.gov.hk

How to get there:

• MTR Diamond Hill Station, Exit C2. Take bus 92 or 96R (Sunday and public holidays only) to Sai Kung Town, then change to green minibus 7 to Hoi Ha Tsuen and walk to the Marine Park.

 

With thanks to the Hong Kong Tourism Board and discoverhongkong.com for the content.

Char Siu is a popular way to flavor barbecued pork in Cantonese cuisine. A very versatile food that you can partner with rice, noodle or you can stuff it in a bun. Char Siu can be purchased from a siu mei establishment, which specializes in meat dishes. If you are in a Hello! Hong Kong tour, you might have seen it once or several times as these shops usually display the merchandise by hanging them in the window.

Making Char siu is pretty straight forward and you can easily make it on your own. You can make at the comforts of your home for your family gatherings or just a simple dinner or lunch.

Video credits: Thewoksoflife

INGREDIENTS

• 2 Pork tenderloins

• ½ Cup soy sauce

• ⅓ Cup honey

• ⅓ Cup ketchup

• ⅓ Cup brown sugar

• ¼ Cup Chinese rice wine

• 2 Tablespoons hoisin sauce

• ½ Teaspoon red food coloring (optional)

• 1 Teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder (optional)

PROCEDURE

• Cut pork with the grain into strips 1 1/2- to 2-inches long; put into a large resealable plastic bag

• Stir soy sauce, honey, ketchup, brown sugar, rice wine, hoisin sauce, red food coloring or red bean curd (see Cook's Note), and Chinese five-spice powder together in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook and stir until just combined and slightly warm, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour the marinade into the bag with the pork, squeeze the air from the bag, and seal. Turn the bag a few times to coat all pork pieces in marinade.

• Marinate pork in the refrigerator, 2 hours to overnight.

• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

• Remove pork from marinade and shake to remove excess liquid. Discard remaining marinade.

• Cook pork on a preheated grill for 20 minutes. Put a small container of water onto the grill and continue cooking, turning the pork regularly, until cooked through about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

You can now enjoy your home made Char Siu barbecue pork! Happy cooking!

Recipes and procedures credited to allrecipes.com
Photocredits thewoksoflife

One of Hong Kong’s most enduring and popular pastimes is cheering on galloping horses at the track.

Horseracing has been a strong feature of the city’s living culture since the 19th century, and The Hong Kong Racing Museum is there to preserve and celebrate this slice of Hong Kong’s heritage.

The museum adjoins the stands of the world-famous Happy Valley Racecourse and traces the locals’ love affair with the ponies by charting the history of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.

The Hong Kong Racing Museum at Happy Valley Racecourse takes visitors on a journey through more than 150 years of racing history. Photo credit: www.airbnb.com

Address: 2/F, Happy Valley Stand, Happy Valley, Hong Kong Island
Tel:+852 2966 8065
Website: corporate.hkjc.com

How to get there:

• MTR Causeway Bay Station, Exit A. Walk along Matheson Street to Wong Nai Chung Road and then continue to walk for approximately 15 minutes.

• Bus 75, 90 or 97 from Exchange Square bus terminus (near MTR Hong Kong Station, Exit D). Alight outside the museum.

 

With thanks to the Hong Kong Tourism Board and discoverhongkong.com for the content.

Flagstaff House

Built in the 1840s, Flagstaff House is an elegant reminder of Hong Kong’s colonial heritage. Formerly the office and residence of the commander of the British Forces in Hong Kong, it is one of the oldest examples of Greek Revival architecture in the city.

Its first occupant was Major-General G C D'Aguilar, who served as general officer commanding from 1844 to 1846 and who also held the appointment of lieutenant governor. Flagstaff House continued to be the residence of the commander of the British forces up until 1978, when it was handed over to the Hong Kong government. The building hasn’t been immune to Hong Kong’s turbulent life and, during the Second World War, it was hit twice by Japanese shells in the Battle of Hong Kong, but repaired quickly when it was commandeered for use by officers of the occupying forces.

Taking pride of place inside the grounds of Hong Kong Park, which also has a marriage registry, Flagstaff House is now a popular background for wedding photos.

Museum of Tea Ware

Flagstaff House was converted into the Museum of Tea Ware in 1984 with a new wing, the K.S. Lo Gallery, added in 1995. Alongside its exhibitions, the museum holds regular demonstrations, tea gatherings and lecture programmes to promote ceramic art and China’s enduring tea-drinking culture.

Flagstaff House Museum of teaware, the drinking of tea plays a big part in Asian culture, the museum of teaware is dedicated to the study and display of tea. Photo credit: timeout.com

Address: Inside Hong Kong Park, 10 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, Hong Kong Island
Tel:+852 2869 0690, +852 2869 6690
Website: hk.art.museum

How to get there:

• MTR Admiralty Station, Exit C1. Then follow the signs up the escalator to Hong Kong Park.

 

With thanks to the Hong Kong Tourism Board and discoverhongkong.com for the content.

The Hong Kong Maritime Museum showcases Hong Kong’s maritime heritage in its past, present and future and places the city’s seafaring story in local, regional and international contexts.

In addition to documenting the past in terms of how China, Asia and the West have developed boats, ships, maritime exploration, trade and naval warfare, the museum also covers the present by explaining global trends and the importance of shipping to Hong Kong`s economy. Visitors of all ages and nationalities can find something that interests them, discover interesting facts and enjoy the interactive displays.

Each of the galleries has been set up with the help and generous support of individuals and corporations in the maritime industry, who believe in the importance of the preservation of Hong Kong`s maritime history.

Learn about Hong Kong's fascinating maritime story in a museum located at one of the world's major harbours. Photo credit: commons.wikimedia.org

Address: Central Pier 8, Central, Hong Kong Island
Tel:+852 3713 2500
Website: www.hkmaritimemuseum.org

How to get there:

• MTR Hong Kong Station, Exit A2 or MTR Central Station Exit A. Walk to the pier along Man Yiu Street.

 

With thanks to the Hong Kong Tourism Board and discoverhongkong.com for the content.

You may recognise the rather unusual egg-shaped building that has become a landmark on the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront. This striking dome is home to the Hong Kong Space Museum.

The city’s popular planetarium is made up of the Stanley Ho Space Theatre, the Hall of the Cosmos, and the Hall of Space Exploration. There is plenty of action and toys for wannabe space explorers and closet geeks, such as the Omnimax and sky shows, astronomy exhibits, digital planetarium projector, and seats installed with multi-language and interactive systems.

Download the ‘iM Guide’ app for a mobile multimedia museum guide.

Hong Kong Space Museum, waterside egg-shaped building with planetarium and Omnimax films, plus space and astronomy exhibits. Photo credit: travel.sygic.com

Address: 10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Tel:+852 2721 0226
Website: www.lcsd.gov.hk

How to get there:

• MTR East Tsim Sha Tsui Station Exit J, walk about 10 minutes to the museum; or Tsim Sha Tsui Station, Exit E. Walk towards Salisbury Road then cross at the pedestrian crossing; or,

• Star Ferry from Central or Wan Chai to Tsim Sha Tsui. Walk for approximately 10 minutes to the museum.

 

With thanks to the Hong Kong Tourism Board and discoverhongkong.com for the content.