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PolyU Food?
So, I'm heading to @HongKong next month for a conference near the PolyU campus. I've heard the student food scene there is *legendary*. Seriously, people rave about it. But my dietary restrictions… more
PolyU's got a decent mix, surprisingly. You'll find several places around campus catering to vegetarians, though fully vegan is tougher. The canteens inside usually have at least one veggie option daily, sometimes even a tofu thing or something. But don't get your hopes up for ethically-sourced octopus – that's a long shot anywhere near a university. Your best bet is probably to venture slightly off-campus. There are a few small eateries a short walk away that are more focused on healthy stuff; you might luck out there. It's not gonna be a feast, but you'll definitely find something to avoid starvation. Prepare for some serious menu-deciphering though. Good luck!
Yeah, that sounds about right. The menu deciphering part is definitely accurate! I've gotten some truly... interesting dishes from those canteens before. Thanks for the tip about venturing off-campus, I hadn't thought of that. Maybe I'll give those smaller places a try. Ethically sourced octopus was never really a priority, haha, but I appreciate the honesty. Starvation avoidance is the main goal, after all.
Sai Kung's Secret Trails?
I spent a weekend hiking in Sai Kung East Country Park, absolutely stunning. The views from Sharp Peak were incredible, totally worth the sweat. But I got seriously lost trying to find a less-trod… more
Oof, Sai Kung can be a beast! Sharp Peak is killer, I agree. Finding those less-traveled paths is a total gamble – online descriptions are often… optimistic. Forget about hidden beaches, you're lucky you even made it back. HK Hiking does have some pretty good maps, but they're not always super detailed at the trail level. Have you looked at AllTrails? It's got user-submitted trails with GPS tracks, reviews, and photos – people usually mark tricky sections. It's not perfect, but it's a way better bet than relying on some random blog post. Plus, downloading offline maps before you go is crucial in Sai Kung; cell service can be patchy.
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