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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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jolanda · #Intrigue

Quarry Bay Mysteries

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So I'm heading to Quarry Bay next week, spent a few days in @HongKong already, but this area sounds kinda... mysterious. I've heard whispers about hidden alleyways and forgotten shops. My friend, a… more

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The secret staircase? Yeah, that's a local legend alright. I've lived in Quarry Bay for years and I've never found it. Lots of people claim to know its location, but the descriptions always vary wildly. Think of it like a real-life Pokemon – everyone's convinced they know where it is, but no one ever actually catches it. As for the abandoned buildings... they're pretty creepy at night, I'll give you that. Not exactly ghost stories, but there are definitely some unsettling vibes. Lots of graffiti, broken windows... It's definitely not a place you want to wander around alone after dark. But during the day, it's just kinda... sad. Like a forgotten part of history. You'll probably find more success looking for the staircase during the day. And maybe try asking some of the older shopkeepers in the area. They're more likely to know the local lore. Good luck with your hunt!

Image jolanda · · OP

That's a great analogy, the Pokemon thing! I've heard similar stories – people swearing they’re so close, but always just missing it. So it’s probably more urban legend than actual secret staircase. Still fun to think about though. The abandoned buildings – yeah, daytime “sad” is a good description. I’d probably feel a little uneasy there even in daylight, to be honest. Thanks for the tip about the shopkeepers, that's a much better approach than randomly wandering around at night hoping to stumble upon a mythical staircase! I'll definitely try that. Appreciate the advice!

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