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Located next to Victoria Harbour, Tsim Sha Tsui offers some of the best vantage points for Hong Kong's dramatic skyline. If you plan on revisiting the district or discovering new spots, we've got you covered on all the must-see places. Hop on a short ferry ride, cross the harbour, and explore this fascinating neighbourhood.   Jump to a section: EAT / DRINK / SHOP / THINGS TO DO / STAY What is Tsim Sha Tsui known for?Its high foot traffic! This tourist area is packed with throngs of people at any time of the day. As one of the busiest neighbourhoods in Kowloon, Tsim Sha Tsui has an abundance of shops, malls, restaurants, and bars. Why do the locals love it?Once you've prepared yourself to brave the crowds, it's hard not to fall in love with this diverse neighbourhood. Local eateries and eclectic boutiques are tucked away in the back alleys of Carnarvon Road, while luxury shopping malls and hotels are dotted along the bustling Canton Road and Salisbury Road. Tsim Sha Tsui also presents a fascinating melange of cultures: Chungking Mansions (largely populated by South Asians and Africans), Kowloon Mosque and Islamic Centre, and Korean Street, all located within a stone's throw away from each other. How do I get to Tsim Sha Tsui?There are two MTR stations in Tsim Sha Tsui. To get to where most shops and restaurants are located, you'll want to exit from Tsim Sha Tsui Station (on the red line). The Tsim Sha Tsui East Station (connected to the Tuen Ma line), on the other hand, will

As you stroll along Cheung Chau’s main road, Tung Wan Road, you’ll see people munching on mango mochi and giant fish balls while transport trucks make their delivery rounds. Amidst the hustle and bustle of this busy street, there’s a small shop tucked away in a corner. Its vibrant, hand-painted metal gates bear the name ‘Sugarman’ in Cantonese. Despite having been around for more than a decade, the shop’s opening hours remain a mystery to even the locals of Cheung Chau. Those who have been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of its inside would have seen the elusive shop owner pulling sugar candies using a traditional confectionery technique that’s on the brink of disappearing. Watch the video below to see Cheung Chau's candy master in action:  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Time Out Hong Kong (@timeouthk) RECOMMENDED: Discover the most impressive artworks on the city streets. 

Located at the end of the tram line, Happy Valley is a welcoming neighbourhood with a slew of high-end restaurants, local cha chaan teng, and cosy cafés. Follow our guide to explore the lesser-known corners of this hillside enclave. Jump to a section: EAT / DRINK / THINGS TO DO / STAY What is Happy Valley known for?Happy Valley is home to one of Hong Kong’s most iconic landmarks. For decades, locals and tourists flocked to the Happy Valley Racecourse for trackside parties that offered front row views of the horse races. Why do the locals love it?The area is an upscale residential neighbourhood that many celebrities and affluent families call home. Despite its leafy suburban appeal, Happy Valley is located conveniently within a 15-minute walk away from Causeway Bay. How do I get to Happy Valley?There is no MTR station that takes you straight to Happy Valley. Get off at Causeway Bay station and switch to minibus 30 on Lan Fong Road. Or take the tram and get off at the terminus located opposite the racecourse. Explore the city with Uber Taxi and take control of how you travel. Uber uses an auto-matching technology that brings the closest taxi driver to you. Your trips are in your hands as Uber gets an estimate of your arrival time, route, and fare prior to your trip. From now until July 15, 2022, Uber is treating Time Out Hong Kong readers to an exclusive 20 percent off on your next Uber Taxi ride. Enter the TIMEOUTHK22 promo code on the 'Wallet' section of your Uber app befor

Now that international travel has re-entered the scene, chefs and diners are getting busy flying in and out of Hong Kong. Restaurants are again looking to invite overseas chefs for collaboration opportunities, while others plan to take a culinary trip abroad to learn more about the local cuisines of other regions. We asked our chef friends what food and dining trends they think will be big in 2023 – here’s what they predicted. RECOMMENDED: Hong Kong's top drink trends for 2023, according to experts.

Aside from Good Morning Hong Kong and Chinese Omakase 2.0, this year’s Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival brings forth an exciting Wine on the Waterfront celebration, which features a line-up of over 150 participating restaurants across six waterfront districts and two dining hubs in Hong Kong. Diners can look forward to enjoying delicious wine, cocktails, and food pairings at the unbeatable price of $150. Ahead, we’re highlighting eight restaurants – each located in a different neighbourhood – that are whipping up special combo menus for the occasion.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It’s also a meal that many Hong Kong restaurants excel at delivering – which is why this year’s Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival is dedicating an entire programme to this daily morning ritual. Good Morning Hong Kong brings together a curated selection of over 50 local restaurants offering easy grab-and-go bites and special breakfast and brunch menus for the month of November. With everything from fluffy pancakes to cha chaan teng classics, these top-notch offerings will make you wonder why you ever considered skipping the meal. The citywide culinary event offers diners a selection of special grab-and-go sets and dine-in menus, all available at affordable prices. For those looking to grab a quick bite to supercharge your morning, ‘Grab & Go: Super Value Set’ features a variety of bang-for-your-buck breakfast sets under four categories: Hong Kong Local Eats, Trendy Cafes, Heirloom Hong Kong, and Artisan Bakeries.

Chinese Omakase has returned to the city for its much-anticipated sophomore run at the annual Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival this November. Riding on the success of last year's Chinese Omakase by Masterchefs, Chinese Omakase 2.0 invites 20 acclaimed Chinese restaurants to present their own multi-course menu that brings the concept of omakase to Chinese cuisine. This year's theme is 'Heritage in Gourmet', which sees seasoned veteran chefs serving classic dishes while experimental chefs present new twists to well-loved classics. Keep reading below to check out 10 must-try Chinese restaurants offering elevated omakase-inspired dining experiences for the month-long dining series. 

After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Hong Kong Sevens is finally back this weekend to the delight of fans. The three-day sporting event is expected to draw in crowds of rugby enthusiasts, and eager revellers decked out in full costume gear. Outside the jam-packed stadium, many will also be tuning into the live-streamed matches from the comfort of their home or organising viewings with friends and family.  Regardless of where you've decided to watch the games from, one thing's for sure: you'll want to load up on the food and drinks to power you through the weekend. With all the buzz and excitement going on, the task of planning out your pre-game meals and late-night bites may be overlooked –– especially after you've just spent the last week pulling together the perfect South Stand outfit.  Luckily for you, we've cracked the code for good (and fuss-free) eating over the Sevens weekend, and we're sharing the hack with you. Offering a wide variety of world cuisine and sharing options, foodpanda is our go-to food delivery platform that always hits the spot for us. To celebrate the Hong Kong Sevens comeback, foodpanda is offering a special weekend promo, so you can feast on your favourite game day meals without breaking the bank. Use the promo code 'TGIW50' to enjoy $50 off any orders above $300, available at any time of the day from November 4 to 6. For those craving a late-night munch, enjoy free delivery with a minimum order of $150 from 11pm to 5.59am. Ahead, we've la

Ever since the MTR Tuen Ma line opened, a number of Kowloon neighbourhoods have been quietly transforming as new local businesses began popping up along the railway line. One of such neighbourhoods is To Kwa Wan, an older part of the Kowloon City district that has welcomed a smattering of new coffee shops in the past few years. From a siphon coffee specialist to a glitzy retro cafe inspired by old Hong Kong, follow our guide to discover the hidden gems tucked away in this slow-paced suburb. RECOMMENDED: Looking for places to eat where the interiors are just as appetising as the food? Check out our list of the most Instagrammable restaurants in Hong Kong.  

Is it a croissant or a waffle? Neither, actually. This decadent sugar bomb is called a croffle – a flaky, buttery croissant that has been pressed hot in a waffle iron, resulting in an absolute caramelized perfection. The croissant-waffle hybrid was first spotted in a handful of cafes and street food vendors in Seoul back in early 2019. One year later, it started popping up all over South Korea and went viral on social media as people took up recreating the crispy golden pastry at home during lockdown. Making its way across the pond, you can now find variations of croffles in coffee joints and takeaway shops around Hong Kong. In fact, our perennially fad-hungry city had embraced the croffle trend with the same degree of enthusiasm as when Dominique Ansel brought his cronuts to Hong Kong for the first time. To help you hop on the latest croffle trend, we've rounded up the best places to crack into these buttery beauties. RECOMMENDED: Indulge your sweet tooth with the best cake shops in Hong Kong.