Veganism is growing at a fast rate, but can it ever truly become part of Hong Kong culture? Sarah Kwong finds out. From fast food chains in Italy to schools in America, cities everywhere are trying on veganism for size. Hong Kong counts among them, but it’s not as simple as just swapping fish balls for fennel. Food is synonymous with culture, history, socioeconomic … [Read more...]
Test Drive: Vegan Meal Delivery from The Raw Circus
The Buzz: It’s already hard enough to get to the gym, let alone prep three meals a day. Hong Kong’s first raw and vegan meal delivery service, The Raw Circus, is a healthy solution to this classic health hurdle. We tested their three-day Raw Gourmet meal plan. The Food: Each day’s delivery arrives between 7 and 9am and the Gourmet Plan includes three square meals, a snack, a … [Read more...]
Fresh Cuts – January 2019
Hong Kong's Healthy and delicious dining spots to try this Winter! Sit back and relax at Little Cove Espresso We see you, Sai Kung. Little Cove Espresso is an Australian and Mediterranean-inspired café that’s practically worth the trip just for the coffee. The concept has been around for a while, but it has recently moved into a huge new digs, with plenty of space to kick … [Read more...]
Recipe: Kale Cauliflower Lentil Salad
Packed with plant-based protein and brimming with flavour, this hearty salad will keep you full and happy. Serves two as a main, or four as a side. By Your Outsourced Kitchen. For the salad: 1/2 cauliflower, broken into small pieces 1/2 cup cooked brown lentils, soaked overnight 1/2 lemon, peeled (for charring) 1/2 cup roasted unsalted cashews 6 cups curly … [Read more...]
Food Trends 2019 with Dalal Alghawas, Brinc
Hong Kong-based accelerator Brinc works with local entrepreneurs to find innovative solutions for everyday problems. We caught up with their head of Food Tech accelerator, Dalal Alghawas, to find out what consumers can expect on their plates and grocery shelves in 2019. More Plant Protein, New Forms Expect more plant-based protein - LOTS more. The success of major … [Read more...]