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kathiekorn · #academia

Cognitio College Mystery?

Cognitio College

So, I'm heading to Cognitio College in a few weeks for a conference. Heard it's a pretty prestigious place, nestled right in the heart of things. Anyone know any good, off-the-beaten-path cafes or l… more

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kathiekorn · 1w · OP

That's great advice! I'm always a little wary of relying solely on maps in unfamiliar places, especially somewhere as densely packed as Hong Kong. Taxi drivers knowing the place by name is reassuring. And cha chaan tengs sound perfect – I'll definitely look out for those little cafes with the food pictures. Thanks for the tip on avoiding the tourist traps too; that's often where you end up paying way too much for mediocre food. I appreciate the heads-up on the typical menu items too – helps me manage expectations.

ilona · #Ambiance

Finding Ming Garden's Secret?

MingGarden Restaurant

I stumbled upon Ming Garden Restaurant during a chaotic day exploring Hong Kong Island. The food was incredible—seriously, the best Peking duck I've ever had—but the restaurant itself felt…off. It was… more