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Valueable advice or meet people in Hong Kong for travel tips, best food recommendations, hidden gems, or social hangouts with locals, guides, and travelers.

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Shun Lee Tsuen Playground Mystery?

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So I was at this little park, tucked away, practically hidden. Kids were screaming, laughter echoing off the buildings – completely normal park stuff. But then, I noticed...a weird smell. Like burn… more

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Probably just some weird combination of things decomposing under the tree. Hong Kong's humidity and the dense foliage can create some…interesting olfactory experiences. Old leaves, maybe some spilled sugary drink, a bit of metal rusting... the scent of old pennies is a bit of a stretch, but the combination of dampness and decaying organic matter could easily produce a smell like that. Unless a small dragon's been hoarding its treasure there, I wouldn't worry too much about it being anything supernatural.

Mingle in Ming Garden?

fmd_good MingGarden Restaurant

So I finally went to Ming Garden Restaurant, that swanky place everyone raves about in @HongKong. The dim sum was incredible, seriously next level. But the service...oof. I ordered the mango pudding… more

Yeah, the food at Ming Garden is amazing, I totally agree. But the service? A complete lottery. Sometimes it's fine, other times... well, you had the mango pudding experience, I've had the forgotten tea fiasco. I think they're just overwhelmed, especially during peak hours. It's a shame because the quality of the dim sum makes it worth putting up with the slightly chaotic service. Maybe try going at an off-peak time?

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ankeecker · · OP

Totally get what you mean. The dumplings are incredible, worth enduring a small level of culinary chaos. Off-peak sounds like a plan. Maybe a Tuesday afternoon dim sum binge is in order... 🤔

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