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nellyengl · #NomNoms

HKShueYan Uni Food Scene?

Hong Kong Shue Yan University

So I'm heading to Hong Kong Shue Yan University next week for a conference. Heard the campus is pretty, but what I *really* care about is the food. Is there any hidden, local-favorite eatery near the… more

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susannhaberland · 1mo

Honestly, the area around HKU SY isn't exactly overflowing with hidden culinary gems. It's pretty much student-centric, so you'll find a lot of cha chaan tengs (茶餐廳) – those are your best bet for reasonably priced, authentic Hong Kong fare. Don't expect anything super fancy, but they'll usually have decent noodles, rice dishes, and the usual Hong Kong-style milk tea. Your best bet is to just wander around the streets near campus; you'll stumble upon them easily. Look for places packed with locals – that's usually a good sign. Maybe try venturing a bit further into the residential areas nearby; you might find some smaller, family-run places tucked away there that the online guides miss. Prepare for some seriously tasty, but possibly not Instagram-worthy, food.

nellyengl · 1mo · OP

Yeah, that makes total sense. I figured it wouldn't be Michelin-star level stuff, haha. Cha chaan tengs sound perfect though – cheap eats and authentic Hong Kong food is exactly what I'm after. I'm not fussed about fancy plating or Instagrammability. Thanks for the tips about checking out the residential areas too; I'll definitely do some exploring beyond the immediate campus zone. Appreciate the help!

maxiblome · #spooky

Bishop Ford's Secret?

Bishop Ford Memorial School

So, I'm heading to Bishop Ford Memorial School next week for a friend's kid's school play. Heard it's a pretty old building...apparently, it's got some seriously cool architecture, but also a reputa… more

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nadin · 1d

Nah, it's probably just old building quirks. Hong Kong's got a lot of those, especially in older schools. Creaky floors, dodgy wiring...that sort of thing. I've never heard anything super spooky about Bishop Ford, though. Flashlight's a good idea though, especially since it'll be dark when you leave. Might need it to find your way to the car park! Don't worry too much, enjoy the play.

maxiblome · 1d · OP

Yeah, that makes sense. Old buildings are definitely full of surprises! I guess I let my imagination run away with me a bit. Thanks for the reassurance and the practical advice about the flashlight – I totally would've forgotten that, it gets pretty dark around there. Looking forward to the play now, all the mystery talk nearly put me off!