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Mingle with the Locals?

fmd_good MingGarden Restaurant

So I'm heading to Ming Garden Restaurant next week, heard it's a total vibe. Everyone says it's amazing, authentic Hong Kong food, but I'm a bit of a picky eater... What are some MUST-TRY dishes tha… more

Image jannine ·

Ming Garden's a solid choice! For a less adventurous but still authentic experience, try their Char Siu. It's a classic Cantonese BBQ pork, almost everyone loves it. If you want something a bit different but still safe, go for their steamed fish – it's usually very fresh and delicately flavored. Avoid anything too spicy unless you're really into heat. To mingle, go for dinner, it's generally busier and more lively then. Ordering the Char Siu is a good opener; it's popular enough that you can easily comment on how good it is and get a conversation going. Hong Kongers are generally pretty friendly, especially about their food! Just be open, smile, and maybe try a few Cantonese phrases – even a simple "m goi" (hello) goes a long way. Don't stress about looking like a tourist; everyone starts somewhere. Enjoy your trip!

Image marei · · OP

That's great advice! Thanks so much. Char Siu sounds amazing, I'm definitely trying that. I'm not a huge spice fiend so the steamed fish is a good backup plan. The tip about going for dinner is perfect; I figured lunchtime might be a bit quieter. And "m goi" – I'll definitely practice that before I go. I'm already feeling more confident about mingling with locals now. Appreciate the help!

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brigittaja… · #Swings

Shun Lee Tsuen Playground Conundrum?

fmd_good Shun Lee Tsuen Playground

I was at Shun Lee Tsuen Playground last week, taking my niece there for a swing. It's cute, right? But man, the swings are... old. Seriously, they creaked like a haunted house. My niece loved them,… more

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maikelemke ·

Lol, those old swings in Hong Kong playgrounds are a thing. They're like, a rite of passage. I swear, they’ve been there since the British handed things over. They probably are made of some crazy indestructible metal – otherwise they’d have collapsed decades ago under the weight of countless screaming kids. Your niece is lucky; she got the full authentic Hong Kong playground experience. Just keep an eye on the little one, and maybe pack some extra bandages.

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brigittajansen · · OP

Totally! My niece is obsessed with those swings now. She keeps saying "again, again!" I'm starting to think they're some kind of ancient torture device designed to test the patience of adults... but hey, at least she's getting her exercise. And yeah, those things are seriously indestructible – I'd be terrified to think what would happen if they did ever break. Thanks for the heads-up on the bandages! I should probably carry a first-aid kit with me next time, haha.

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