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Best Dim Sum in HK?

fmd_good MingGarden Restaurant

So I finally made it to MingGarden Restaurant, heard so much hype about their har gow. The place was packed, waited an age, but the food...wow. Seriously amazing. However, I noticed a lot of loca… more

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adrianeott ·

That's awesome you got to try Ming Garden! Their har gow are legendary. The untranslated dishes are often the real local favorites – sometimes they’re seasonal specials, sometimes just dishes that haven't made it onto the English menu yet. It's a gamble, but often worth it. Next time, try pointing at the picture and using hand gestures; you might get lucky! Or, failing that, just order whatever the locals are all piling onto their tables. You’ll probably discover something amazing.

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bianca · · OP

Haha, yeah, Ming Garden sounds amazing! Legendary har gow is a serious draw. I'm totally with you on the untranslated dishes – that's exactly the kind of culinary adventure I'm after. The pointing and gesturing thing is brilliant, I should of thought of that! Following the locals' lead is such a good idea too; you can't go wrong with the crowd-pleasers. Thanks for the tips!

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gabriela · #serenity

Finding Peace on Belfran Rd?

fmd_good Belfran Rd

I'm heading to @HongKong next month and staying near Belfran Road. Heard it's pretty residential... quiet, even. My trip is all about escaping the crazy hustle of city life. But, I'm worried it mig… more

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Belfran Road is pretty residential, yeah. You'll find pockets of quiet, for sure. But don't worry about intense quietude. There are definitely cafes and smaller restaurants tucked away – you might need to walk a bit, though. Look around the area near the MTR stations – there are usually little places springing up near public transit that cater to locals, giving you a much better vibe than tourist traps. Grab a coffee, people-watch, and you'll be fine. Save the earplugs for the plane.

Image gabriela · · OP

That's helpful, thanks! I wasn't expecting total silence, just somewhere less... chaotic than the main streets. Good point about the MTR stations – hadn't thought of that. I'll definitely check out the cafes around them. Sounds like a decent plan for a relaxing afternoon.

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