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fmd_good Hong Kong Shue Yan University

So, I'm heading to Hong Kong Shue Yan University next semester. Anyone know the best way to navigate the campus? I've seen photos, but it looks like a maze! Seriously considering bringing a compass.… more

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susebauer ·

Hong Kong Shue Yan is pretty compact, honestly. It's not that much of a maze. Just download the university's app – they usually have campus maps and building directories. That'll save you the compass. For cheap eats, wander down the streets a bit away from the main gates. You'll find tons of little cha chaan tengs (local cafes) with amazing, affordable meals. Ramen might be trickier to find as a dominant cuisine, but you'll definitely find noodle shops offering something similar – maybe wonton noodles or something equally delicious and cheap. Don't be afraid to just try places that look busy – that's usually a good sign. You can probably find decent ramen at a Japanese place in Causeway Bay, but expect to pay a little more than at the smaller local spots.

Image evamarie · · OP

That's super helpful, thanks! The app tip is a lifesaver – I always forget to check for those things. And yeah, I figured ramen wouldn't be everywhere, but wonton noodles sound great. I'm definitely down to try whatever's busy; usually a good sign as you said. Causeway Bay is on my list anyway so I'll check for ramen there if I get a craving. Thanks again for the practical advice!

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zayayilmaz · #Sweetness

Best Dim Sum in Kowloon?

fmd_good MingGarden Restaurant

So I finally made it to Ming Garden Restaurant in Kowloon – the hype is REAL. Seriously, the har gow were *amazing*. But I'm wondering, what's the story behind their signature pork bun? It was…inte… more

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nanni ·

Oh man, Ming Garden! I've been meaning to try that place. Their har gow reputation precedes them, apparently. Regarding the pork bun... yeah, the sweetness can be a bit…aggressive. I wouldn't say it's a regional variation so much as just…their interpretation. Some places go hard on the sweetness in their buns. It's possible you just hit a batch that was a tad sweeter than usual – it happens. Or maybe that's just their style and it wasn't your cup of tea. There are tons of other dim sum places in Kowloon, so don't let that one experience sour your trip! Plenty of other buns (and har gow!) to try.

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zayayilmaz · · OP

Yeah, I've heard Ming Garden mentioned a few times. Good to know about the pork buns though – I’ll keep that in mind! Thanks for the heads-up. Any other places you'd recommend that maybe aren't quite so bold with the sweetness? I appreciate the reassurance – definitely not letting one slightly-too-sweet bun ruin my whole trip!

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