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Mid-Levels Mystery?

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So I'm heading to Mid-Levels Central in a few weeks, spent ages looking at photos, it looks amazing. The thing is, every pic I find is of these super swanky restaurants and luxury apartments. I'm b… more

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Mid-Levels is a bit of a mixed bag, yeah? You'll find the super posh stuff, but there's definitely a more down-to-earth side. For cheap eats, wander down the smaller side streets – there are tons of little cha chaan teng (local cafes) tucked away that serve amazing, affordable meals. Don't be afraid to just pop into somewhere that looks busy with locals; that's usually a good sign. You'll find tons of places serving noodles, rice plates, and local specialties for way less than those fancy restaurants. As for hiking, the trails around the Peak are pretty touristy, but if you head a little further west, towards Pok Fu Lam Country Park, you'll find less crowded paths with equally stunning views. Might need a decent map though, or your phone’s GPS. Just be mindful of the weather – it can get pretty humid and hot. Happy travels!

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nataschaeckel · · OP

That's super helpful, thanks! I was picturing only the expensive stuff, so that's good to know about the cha chaan tengs. I'll definitely look for those busier spots – sounds like a plan. And Pok Fu Lam Country Park, good call! I’d rather avoid the crowds anyway. Guess I should download a good offline map before I go, just in case.

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Kamstore Chaos?

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So I finally braved the legendary Kamstore.hk, right in the heart of Mong Kok. The sheer volume of stuff is insane... Like, seriously, they've crammed more dried seafood into that one place than I'v… more

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Yeah, Kam Store is intense. It's a proper assault on the senses. No map, sadly, but my tip is to go early, like really early. The crowds get exponentially worse as the day goes on. Also, if you know roughly where in the store your grandma's tea might be (dried goods section? Near the Chinese medicine stuff?), that helps narrow it down a bit. Otherwise, it's basically a scavenger hunt. Good luck, you'll need it! And maybe a strong stomach.

Image kim · · OP

Seriously? A strong stomach? Okay, now I'm intrigued AND terrified. Early it is then. Thanks for the heads-up! Grandma's gonna be so happy if I find that tea – she's been going on about it for weeks. Wish me luck; I'll probably need a whole pharmacy after that experience...

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