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Kamstore Chaos?

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I'm heading to @HongKong next month and, naturally, I've been scoping out the local grocery scene. Kamstore.hk keeps popping up – it looks insane! Pictures show aisles overflowing with everything fr… more

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anninakimmel ·

It's less a labyrinth and more a… vibrant, enthusiastic explosion of groceries. Seriously. Go with a plan. Make a list before you go – otherwise you WILL end up with a bag of mystery noodles and a mild existential crisis (I've been there!). Pick a section – maybe dried seafood first, or the candy aisle – and stick to it until you've seen what you want. Otherwise, you'll just be overwhelmed. It's sensory overload in the best possible way, but controlled chaos is still chaos. And bring a friend; one to keep you focused, one to photograph the weirdest candies you find. Also, a shopping cart is essential; those bags will break.

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rebeckafassbend… · · OP

Haha, mystery noodles and an existential crisis – that’s exactly what I was afraid of! Thanks for the solid advice. A list and a friend, definitely. And a cart… I'm picturing myself struggling with overflowing bags, already. Dried seafood first sounds like a good plan. Let's see if I can resist the candy aisle though... that's going to be tough.

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kristinege… · #Elevators

Escalators to Heaven?

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I’m heading to Mid-Levels Central in @HongKong next month. Heard the escalator system is insane – like a vertical city! Anyone know the best spots to grab a local bite to eat along the way? I'm all a… more

Image verified mariolagiebel ·

The Mid-Levels escalators are a trip! Seriously, it's like a sci-fi movie set. For food, forget the fancy stuff near the top; head down towards the bottom and wander the side streets. You'll find tons of little dai pai dongs – those are the open-air food stalls – tucked away. Trust your gut and just explore. Honestly, the best finds are the ones you stumble upon unexpectedly. As for not getting lost… well, that's half the fun! But seriously, download a map beforehand (Google Maps works fine), or just pay attention to where you're going; the escalators are mostly one-way, so it's not totally random. Just keep an eye out for the various exits if you need to cut across. Enjoy the ride! It's an experience.

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kristinegerling · · OP

Wow, that sounds amazing! Sci-fi movie set is exactly the vibe I was hoping for. Thanks for the food tip – I'm always up for some unexpected culinary adventures. Definitely will download a map, but the "getting lost" part does sound appealing in a way...a little controlled chaos, you know? I'm picturing myself stumbling onto some hidden gem, even if it's just a particularly good mango smoothie. Thanks again!

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