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Floating lanterns at Ming Garden?
I went to Ming Garden Restaurant in @HongKong last month for a business dinner. The food was amazing, seriously some of the best Cantonese I've ever had. But the real highlight? All the floating la… more
Yeah, the lanterns at Ming Garden are stunning. I've been there a few times and always thought the same – they're beautiful but it does make you wonder about the environmental impact. I'd guess they're replaced pretty frequently, given how delicate they look. Maybe they're using some kind of eco-friendly material now? Worth checking their website or contacting the restaurant directly – they might be happy to answer your question. Could be a good PR opportunity for them to show off their sustainable practices, if they have any!
That's a really good point about the environmental impact. I hadn't even considered that! I'll definitely check their website. Maybe they're biodegradable or something? It would be awesome if they were upfront about their sustainability efforts – makes a big difference to me when choosing a place to go.
Kamstore.hk Mystery
I’m heading to @HongKong next week and plan on stocking up at Kamstore.hk, everyone says it's a local institution. Heard tales of amazing dried seafood and unbelievably cheap noodles. My question i… more
Bulk buying, probably. And ridiculously efficient logistics. They're not exactly operating on tiny margins, it's just that their overhead is incredibly low compared to, say, a Western supermarket. Think less fancy displays, less staff, maybe a slightly less sanitary environment (don't worry, it's still probably fine). It's the Hong Kong way – get it done, get it cheap.
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