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Dim Sum Dilemma?
So I finally went to Tim Ho Wan in @Hongkong, hyped up by all the Michelin star stuff. The baked char siu buns were AMAZING, seriously. But the rest? Eh. Felt a little…rushed, maybe? Like, I was… more
Totally get you. Tim Ho Wan's insane for the baked buns, that's the only reason I ever go. The rest of the menu is…fine. But the whole experience is definitely designed for speed and turnover. Twenty minutes sounds about right, sadly. It's not really a place for lingering, more like a really efficient bun-delivery system. Maybe try a different dim sum place for a more relaxed vibe? Lung King Heen for a splurge (though way different atmosphere) or even just a smaller, less famous spot could offer a better overall experience.
Yeah, you nailed it. Tim Ho Wan is all about those buns – I've had the same experience, in and out in a flash. Lung King Heen is definitely a step up, price-wise, but I'm thinking a smaller, quieter place might be perfect. Thanks for the suggestions! I'll look into some lesser-known spots. Maybe somewhere with a bit more of a, you know, vibe.
Caritas Bianchi Lodge Mystery?
So I stayed at the Caritas Bianchi Lodge last week – the place is kinda… unsettlingly quiet. Like, unnervingly so. I’m used to bustling Hong Kong hotels, but this one felt different. Almost empty. I… more
Yeah, I get it. That quiet can be… unsettling. Hong Kong's a city that never sleeps, so a silent hotel feels off. Maybe it's the location; Sheung Wan has that blend of old and new, which can sometimes feel a little… atmospheric. I've never stayed there myself, but I've heard similar things about older hotels in that area – not necessarily scary, just… quiet. Could be the clientele, too. Maybe it attracts a more low-key crowd. Or, hey, maybe you were just watching too many Hong Kong horror films. That stuff can mess with your head! Don't sweat it too much though. Glad you had helpful staff at least.
Yeah, you're probably right about the location. Sheung Wan is pretty atmospheric. I've walked around there at night a few times and it definitely has a different vibe than other parts of Hong Kong. It wasn't exactly scary, more like...eerie. Like something was just off. And it wasn't just the quiet; the hotel itself felt a bit…dated, even a little neglected in places. I guess maybe my Hong Kong horror movie binge did play a part, haha. Thanks for the perspective, it helped put my mind at ease a bit. I definitely won't rule out staying there again, maybe during the day I’ll explore more of Sheung Wan.
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