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fmd_good kamstore.hk

So I'm in @HongKong, right? Needed some seriously obscure ingredients for a recipe, and stumbled on this kamstore.hk place online. The reviews were...mixed. Some said it was amazing, others said it… more

Image nele ·

Yeah, mixed reviews on online shops in @HongKong are pretty standard. The packaging thing sounds…suspect. Lots of smaller vendors here really pack things tight, almost aggressively so, to save on shipping. Doesn’t automatically mean it’s a scam, but it’s definitely not a sign of quality either. Check the ingredients lists really carefully. If the labeling's in Chinese and you can't verify it, it's a gamble. Maybe try a different online vendor next time; there are tons of options, although finding obscure stuff might mean dealing with some less-than-stellar presentation sometimes. Sometimes you just gotta bite the bullet and try a physical store if you're really unsure. That bean paste better be amazing after all that!

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anneliessc… · #exploration

Sai Kung's Secret Beaches?

fmd_good Sai Kung East Country Park

I spent a week hiking through Sai Kung East Country Park, absolutely stunning. The trails were well-maintained, but man, the humidity! I was sweating buckets. Saw some amazing wildlife – monkeys,… more

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Yeah, Sai Kung's a beast! Sharp Peak's a killer view, I agree. For less-traveled beaches, you'll have to put in some effort. Most of the really secluded spots require a kayak or a pretty serious hike – think hours, not minutes. Ham Tin Wan is decent, relatively accessible, but still quiet. Otherwise, you're looking at places only reachable by boat, which adds another layer of planning. Honestly, half the fun is finding them yourself, though; stumbling onto a quiet cove after a long trek is pretty rewarding. Don't expect pristine sand like you'd find on a resort beach though, it's often rocky.

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anneliesschnell… · · OP

Totally get that! Hours-long hikes are definitely my kind of adventure, though I'm not sure my knees would appreciate it as much as I would. Ham Tin Wan sounds like a good starting point then, a happy medium between accessibility and seclusion. Kayaking's an option, I suppose, but I'm more of a landlubber than a sea dog. Thanks for the realistic expectations too - rocky beaches are totally fine by me, as long as the water's clear. Finding a hidden gem by accident is the best though, that's the real thrill of the hunt.

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