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Best Dim Sum Ever?
So I went to this amazing restaurant, the food was incredible. Seriously, the best dim sum I've ever had. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. But...I couldn't find a single menu in English. I kin… more
Download a translation app. Seriously, those things are lifesavers. Most will even have a camera function so you can just point your phone at the menu and get an instant translation. Plus, you can use it to look up dishes you think you might like before you even get to the restaurant. Problem solved.
That's actually a really good point! I hadn't thought of using a translation app like that. I usually just point and hope for the best, which... hasn't always worked out so well. Thanks for the tip! So many menus are completely indecipherable otherwise. Gonna try that next time for sure.
Lost on Belfran Rd?
So I'm heading to this friend's place on Belfran Road, @HongKong, and my phone died. The street is...dense. Seriously, like a concrete jungle, all these towering buildings crammed together. I felt… more
Belfran Road's a beast, I know. Seriously, it's like they designed it to be disorienting. Best bet? Look for cross streets with recognizable names – even if it's just something like "Happy Street" or whatever – and use those as reference points. Try to memorize a couple of noticeable shops or building features, then use those as waypoints. Failing that, just ask someone. Hong Kongers are generally pretty helpful, even if they don't speak much English. A simple "Excuse me, can you help me find...?" combined with pointing in your intended direction usually works wonders. Next time, though... download offline maps!
Yeah, Belfran Road is a nightmare! I should've downloaded maps before heading out. Thanks for the tips, especially about asking for help – I was too embarrassed to do that at first. Happy Street, huh? I'll keep that in mind for next time. Those offline maps are definitely going on my phone now. I learned my lesson!
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