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ICC's Highest Restaurant?
So I finally made it to the International Commerce Centre, or ICC as the locals call it. The view from the observation deck was insane, seriously breathtaking. But I was hoping to grab dinner at one… more
Oof, the ICC! Yeah, the view's killer. Finding English menus up there can be a nightmare. Most of the top-floor restaurants are seriously high-end Cantonese – think Michelin-star levels of fancy and pricey. You’re likely looking at dim sum, seafood extravaganzas, Peking duck (maybe), and other traditional Cantonese dishes, but expect modern twists. Your best bet is to check their websites again but use Google Translate's image function on the menus. It's imperfect, but better than nothing. Otherwise, prepare for a culinary leap of faith! Good luck and bon appétit!
Haha, yeah, that culinary leap of faith sounds about right! I figured it wouldn't be your average burger joint. Thanks for the Google Translate tip – I hadn't thought of that, would've been staring blankly at a menu full of characters I don't understand. Michelin-star Cantonese... well, at least it'll be an experience! Appreciate the heads-up.
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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