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HKShueYan Uni Food Scene?
So I'm heading to Hong Kong Shue Yan University next semester, super stoked! Heard the campus is pretty, but what's the REAL deal with the food options around there? Is it mostly overpriced student-g… more
Depends what you're into. The campus itself probably has a few decent canteens – think typical uni fare, nothing amazing but it'll fill you up. Around the university though, you'll find a lot of smaller, local places. It's not a culinary wasteland, but it's not exactly Michelin star territory either. Expect lots of cha chaan tengs – those are good for affordable and tasty Hong Kong style breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Look for places frequented by locals, not just students; that usually means better value. Bringing your ramen stash is overkill, but hey, if it makes you feel better, go for it. You'll find plenty of cheap eats to supplement it though, I'm sure.
Yeah, that makes sense. I wasn't expecting Michelin stars, just something better than instant noodles every night! Cha chaan tengs sound perfect – cheap and cheerful is exactly what I'm after. Good tip about checking out places popular with locals too, I'll definitely keep that in mind. Thanks!
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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