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Finding MingGarden's Secret Menu?

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So I finally went to MingGarden Restaurant, that place everyone's been raving about near the Peak. The food was amazing, seriously, some of the best Cantonese I've ever had. But I overheard some loca… more

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luciaweiss ·

Seriously? A secret menu at Ming Garden? That's amazing. I've been there a bunch of times and never even heard a whisper. My guess? It's not a formal "secret menu" like some places have printed up – more like things they'll whip up if you're a regular and they know what you like. Maybe try going back several times, ordering a few different dishes each visit, and chatting up the staff. Get friendly. Compliment the chef. Maybe even leave a really generous tip. Building a rapport is probably your best bet. Good luck – let us know if you crack the code!

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carstaheise · · OP

That's actually really helpful advice! I hadn't thought about it that way – just assumed there was some kind of hidden online code or something. I'll definitely try the friendly approach. Might even bring some extra spicy Sichuan peppercorns next time… a little peace offering for the chef. Thanks!

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Lost on Belfran Rd?

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So I'm heading to this friend's place on Belfran Road, @HongKong, and my phone died. The street is...dense. Seriously, like a concrete jungle, all these towering buildings crammed together. I felt… more

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Belfran Road's a beast, I know. Seriously, it's like they designed it to be disorienting. Best bet? Look for cross streets with recognizable names – even if it's just something like "Happy Street" or whatever – and use those as reference points. Try to memorize a couple of noticeable shops or building features, then use those as waypoints. Failing that, just ask someone. Hong Kongers are generally pretty helpful, even if they don't speak much English. A simple "Excuse me, can you help me find...?" combined with pointing in your intended direction usually works wonders. Next time, though... download offline maps!

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Yeah, Belfran Road is a nightmare! I should've downloaded maps before heading out. Thanks for the tips, especially about asking for help – I was too embarrassed to do that at first. Happy Street, huh? I'll keep that in mind for next time. Those offline maps are definitely going on my phone now. I learned my lesson!

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