Ever wish that Hong Kong had a world-class museum like the Met or the Tate, or that auction previews weren’t often limited to prospective buyers? Us too. Once a year, though, there’s a much-anticipated chance to view top-shelf art right here in the city. Now in its fifth year, this...
I’m not a Hallmark victim. I’m an educated, cultured consumer – and I want my Valentine's Day. So listen up buster, or that red lingerie you had in mind might never appear. Here is all I ask: Read about a perfect Valentine's Day from the woman's perspective here. Where to go My...
Feb 10 2012
Carol Wong Dancer at the Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts For my New Year’s resolution I want to do something different apart from dancing. I want to create something hand-made [to give to others and to sell]. I love to create little things with all my heart, such as chocolate,...
Jan 6 2012
I would say my childhood was an unforgettable one, with warmth and melancholy. I am the eldest child with three younger brothers and sisters who didn’t understand me. I couldn’t disclose my feelings to anybody. I remember when I was one, I didn’t understand why my younger sister...
Feb 25 2011
The Venice Biennale is every artist’s dream come true. Just imagine: every two years your counterparts of the highest caliber from all over the world gather to showcase their most boundary-pushing work; thousands of fervent fans flock to Italy to admire it; and it’s a once-in-a-lifetime...
Nov 12 2010
The New Year is traditionally a time for change and new resolutions, when everyone strives to be a little better behaved than the year before. So to help you out, we’ve listed out seven common sins that have been committed by Hongkongers this year, and matched them up with some of Hong Kong...
Jan 1 2010
Shabbanukkah Shabbat dinners and menorah lighting (bring your own!) organized by The United Jewish Congregation of Hong Kong. Early family dinner begins at 6pm while a second dinner round is hosted at 8pm, both in the JCC Coffee Shop. Shalom. RSVP required for all services. Adults $125, children $...
Dec 11 2009
“When I first encountered Hong Kong’s trams, slowly chugging along, I felt like they didn’t look like it was part of Hong Kong, which to me, was ultra fast-paced and modern. The contrast attracted me.” – Yvon Choi There’s never been a coffee table book dedicated...
The three-day event included competitions in gift-wrapping, chimney climbing, porridge eating and reindeer racing in minus-22-degree temperatures. He talks to Steven Ho. HK Magazine: First, congratulations on winning the competition. What do you think set you apart from the other Santas? Jim Chan:...
Dec 11 2009