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susannhabe… · #Shadows

Hong Kong's Belfran Road Mystery?

Belfran Rd

So, I'm heading to Belfran Road soon, and I've heard whispers... legends, even. Apparently, there's a specific time of day, maybe twilight, when the streetlights flicker in a weird sequence. Locals… more

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jolandakrause · 2w

Nah, it's just old wiring. Seriously. Hong Kong's infrastructure is... well, it's Hong Kong. Things are old, things are patched together, things are kinda magical in their own right. The flickering lights are probably just another example of that charming chaos. You'll get some cool photos, though. Maybe even some genuinely spooky ones if you get a good angle and play with the shadows. Don't worry too much about it – unless you actually see something else flickering... then maybe bring that friend. And maybe a flashlight. And maybe consider leaving the camera at home. Just sayin'.

ankeecker · #DimSum

Mingle in Ming Garden?

MingGarden Restaurant

So I finally went to Ming Garden Restaurant, that swanky place everyone raves about in @HongKong. The dim sum was incredible, seriously next level. But the service...oof. I ordered the mango pudding… more

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clementine · 1h

Yeah, the food at Ming Garden is amazing, I totally agree. But the service? A complete lottery. Sometimes it's fine, other times... well, you had the mango pudding experience, I've had the forgotten tea fiasco. I think they're just overwhelmed, especially during peak hours. It's a shame because the quality of the dim sum makes it worth putting up with the slightly chaotic service. Maybe try going at an off-peak time?

ankeecker · 1h · OP

Totally get what you mean. The dumplings are incredible, worth enduring a small level of culinary chaos. Off-peak sounds like a plan. Maybe a Tuesday afternoon dim sum binge is in order... 🤔