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What I Wish I Knew Before Turning 30…

Team Sassy — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 07:15:19 +0000

The elder millennials of Team Sassy share nuggets of wisdom they wish they had been privy to prior to turning the big 3-0. Here are some gems to take with you on this pivotal milestone birthday.

Welcome to the dirty thirties! It’s a significant moment, sandwiched between the carefree (and sometimes tumultuous) 20s and the looming responsibilities of actual adulthood around the corner. Thankfully, a few Team Sassy members survived the decade and lived to tell the tale. They dish out lessons learnt to help you navigate these transformative years, embrace change, cultivate connections and prioritise personal growth.

“I wish I knew life doesn’t end after 30. I cried so hard on my 30th birthday, and the days leading up to it, because I felt like I had accomplished none of the things I thought I should have by 30. Life after 30 wasn’t the death sentence I thought it was going to be.”

—Haley, Managing Director

“Don’t be afraid to change. 30 is not end of the world. You can always start to explore new things no matter how old you are.”

— Elly, Office Manager

“Life doesn’t always go according to your plan. Embrace the challenges and appreciate the wins. The grass isn’t always greener on the side you had in mind.”

— Mansha, Head of Partnerships, Sassy Mama

“Invest early. Get insurance.”

— Michell, Chief Marketing Officer

“Invest time and energy into people and things that make you feel good (and waste not a second on those that don’t!) You attract what you think about, so be mindful of that. Don’t be afraid to take an unconventional path, and pay less attention to what everyone else is doing. You know yourself best.”

— Stef, Managing Editor

“Financial Literacy: Getting a handle on personal finance, budgeting, and saving is super important for your future. Try to save as much as you can — this is the perfect time to stash away money for retirement and those golden years. And if you can, think about buying your first home!”

—Emilie, CEO

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Where To Get Botox In Hong Kong: What To Know & The Clinics And Doctors To Go To

Team Sassy — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 22:00:51 +0000

Curious about injectable treatments? Here’s everything you should know before getting botulinum toxin injections, from the best licensed dermatologists and clinics for Botox in Hong Kong to what it’s used for and what to expect.

When it comes to Botox, what’s most important to us is being thoroughly informed before any cosmetic procedure (even if it’s non-surgical, like this!) and heading to a highly-qualified medical professional for consultations, making a decision and for the injectable treatment. This is your face, after all! Here’s what you should know before committing to any botulinum toxin injections and where you can get medically administered Botox in Hong Kong.

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Editor’s Note: In small doses, botulinum toxin injections can reduce skin wrinkles and help treat some medical conditions. However, as with all aesthetic injectable treatments, please always consult your doctor first and only ever go to a medical professional to make sure any treatment will not impact or hinder you and your regular medicine and treatments.

Where To Get Botox In Hong Kong

High Society Skin Clinic – Get a beautifully sculpted jawline with Dysport

Step into the wonderland of beautification tools and treatments that is High Society Skin Clinic! If you’re feeling like a makeover is just the thing this year, the top-notch Botox treatments offered at this serene clinic staffed with doctors and technicians with over 20 years of experience will probably sound very inviting. The new Dysport promotion is the perfect way to dip your toes into the world of Botox, what with its myriad of benefits. Targeting the masseter area, Dysport helps relax strong jaw muscles to create a more defined and sculpted jawline, while also alleviating discomfort caused by teeth grinding and jaw tension.

Use code sassy to get the Dysport Masseter promotional price of $1,999 (originally $4,000). Valid until Monday, 31 March, 2025.

High Society Skin Clinic (Central), 22/F, Car Po Commercial Building, 18-20 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong, 2799 0800, WhatsApp: 6338 8359
High Society Skin Clinic (Mong Kok), Unit 15-16, 18/F, Grand Century Place Tower 1, 193 Prince Edward Road West, Mong Kok, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2117 7008, WhatsApp: 9816 8387, Instagram: @highsocietyskinclinic, www.highsocietyskinclinic.com

Skincentral — Specialists in dermatology, aesthetics and lasers in Central

Skincentral has been a provider of high quality medical and cosmetic dermatological services for almost 20 years. There is a wide variety of skin treatments on offer, including botulinum toxin used specifically for wrinkles and excessive sweating. It is a licensed Day Procedure Centre by Hong Kong’s Department of Health.

Skincentral, 1220, 12/F, Central Building, 1 Pedder Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2901 1281, www.skincentral.com

the CLINIC Hong Kong — Aesthetic centre in Hong Kong with Botox service

An ultra-luxe skin destination, the CLINIC Hong Kong offers Botox treatments for an overall face-slimming effect or to reduce lines on the forehead or near the eyes. All procedures are performed by registered doctors and the clinic strongly recommends you book a complimentary consultation.

the CLINIC Hong Kong, Unit B, 16/F, Emperor Watch & Jewellery Centre, 8 Russell Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, 2538 8868, WhatsApp: 5108 6488, www.theclinic.com.hk

Calm Medical — Affordable medical centre in Hong Kong with Botox service

Calm Medical carries high-quality brands like Botox and Dysport while keeping injections at a reasonable price. There’s no minimum spending requirement here but you will be charged a doctor’s fee for a consultation. This centre is particularly popular with the locals, and we like the little in-and-out time and that the team are qualified medical doctors.

Calm Medical, Shop 4, G/F, Fu Lee Commercial Building, 14-20 Pilkem Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 6889 1299, calm-medical.com

Dr Stephanie Lam at Central Health — Hong Kong-registered doctor offering Botox

Sitting at the well-regarded Central Health Medical Centre, Dr Stephanie Lam is a highly experienced medical professional who is well-versed in Botox and filler. This is a high-end experience with great service and a hefty price tag. Expect to pay a minimum of $3,000.

Dr Stephanie Lam is at Central Health (Central), Baskerville House, 3/F, 13 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2824 0822, www.centralhealth.com.hk

Dr Carmen Lam at SKIIN Medical & Aesthetic Dermatology — Hong Kong-registered doctor offering Botox

A Hong Kong-registered doctor and dermatologist, you can bank on excellent results with Dr Carmen Lam at SKIIN Medical & Aesthetic Dermatology — but be prepared to pay a large bill. Contact her or SKIIN clinic to learn about Botox options here.

Dr Carmen Lam is at SKIIN Medical & Aesthetic Dermatology, Room 606, 6/F, Bank of America Tower, 12 Harcourt Road, Central, Hong Kong, 3851 7555, www.drcarmenlam.com, www.skiin.clinic

Dr Nichola Salmond at Optimal Family Health — Hong Kong-registered doctor offering Allergan treatments

At Optimal Family Health in Central, Dr Nichola Salmond has over nine years of experience in practising aesthetic procedures. This is a great pick for anyone brand new to botulinum toxin injections and looking for a very natural, even conservative, look.

Dr Nichola Salmond is at Optimal Family Health, 7/F, Shun Ho Tower, 24-30 Ice House Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2666 6300, www.optimalfamilyhealth.com.hk

Dr Winnie Mui at MediSpa — Hong Kong-registered doctor offering Botox services

Experienced general practitioner Dr Winnie Mui comes highly recommended for Botox in Hong Kong and ensures you look as natural as possible. MediSpa is an all-in-one clinic that offers Botox, fillers, PDO Threading and more.

Dr Winnie Mui is at MediSpa, 23/F, Siki Centre, 23 Jardine’s Bazaar, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, 2104 1933, www.medispahk.com

Disclaimer: Before committing to any aesthetic procedure, we recommend sitting down with a medical professional to ascertain which treatments are best suited for your interests. What may look one way on some people may not necessarily look as you desire on you.

What To Know About Botox

We all know that weight fluctuation, a change in the way our bodies feel or the way our skin and hair look are all completely natural things (and that those who get to age are lucky in their own right). But, we also know that every person is different! Perhaps you’d rather not intervene in the age-old (wink, wink) dilemma of getting older or maybe you have specific moisturisers and face serums (and maybe a go-to facial) specifically to keep your skin looking its best. On the other hand, maybe you’ve been getting curious about more involved treatments, like Botox and fillers.

What Is Botox, Filler & An Injectable?

Botox is actually a brand name for botulinum toxin type A, an injectable neurotoxin that affects the nerves and causes muscle weakening. Botulinum toxin (temporarily!) blocks the signals from a nerve to a muscle, which means the injected muscles can’t contract and tense up. This relaxing and softening of the muscle results in a smoothening look to the skin and the prevention of fine lines and wrinkles, which are usually formed by muscle contraction. The effects are temporary but can last up to several months.

An “injectable” simply means a drug that can be put into the body using a needle and syringe. And a dermal “filler” is a gel-like substance that is injected beneath the skin for various reasons, most commonly for cosmetic purposes like creating volume, smoothening lines and softening creases and enhancing facial contours. Most injectable fillers are made of hyaluronic acid and last for about six months or longer.

The most common botulinum toxin is, of course, Botox. Other brands include Dysport and Xeomin which all work in similar ways.

What Is Botox Used For?

Injected in very small doses, botulinum toxin is most commonly known for reducing wrinkles and lines on the face — formed around the eyes, mouth and forehead when you frown, smile and squint. Lines may become less and less visible after each treatment as the muscles become less prominent, and you’re not just smoothening out already-formed lines but preventing new ones from appearing. It’s non-surgical, reliable and efficient.

Botulinum toxin can also be used to slim the face and lift and define the jawline, as well as on the neck to reduce vertical neck bands. In some places, you can even have diluted doses of botulinum toxin placed superficially just under the skin to reduce oiliness. You could also use it in the underarm area to reduce excessive sweating and in the forehead to help with chronic migraines.

What Are The Side Effects & Risks Of Botox?

While not very common, you may see reddening, swelling and minor bruising around the injection site.
A headache and flu-like symptoms for the first 24 hours
Administering too much botulinum toxin might result in a “frozen” or expressionless face, asymmetrical issues and even the drooping of the eyelids and eyebrows. Botox is temporary, so any of these issues will wear off.
Very rarely, serious problems like blurred or double vision (if injected around the eyes) or breathing difficulties (if injected in the neck area) can happen.

When administered by a fully-trained physician, botulinum toxin can produce consistent, natural and predictable results. We all have different muscle strengths and placements so the treatment should be as personalised as possible. We can’t emphasise enough how important it is to consult a doctor you can trust. Concentration and dosage make all the difference. We’d highly suggest reading the Department of Health’s informational page on cosmetic procedures and referring to its list of registered medical practitioners.

What To Expect When You Get Botox In Hong Kong

Botulinum toxin injections are a nonsurgical, in-office treatment that requires minimal preparation. Your face will be cleaned and an anaesthetic numbing cream may be applied. The botulinum toxin will be injected into muscles using a very fine needle. The entire process usually takes less than 30 minutes and typically takes two or three days to begin seeing the effect.

While it requires no downtime, it’s best to avoid alcohol and vigorous exercise for 24 hours, massaging and rubbing the face for about three days and facials for about two weeks. Your practitioner should give you more detailed advice.

What To Know & Consider Before You Get Botox In Hong Kong

If you’re thinking about having botulinum toxin injections, it’s important to be super clear about why you want them. For example, you may achieve similar effects with skincare products and facial treatments. All procedures have some risks and if you’re disappointed with the outcome, this could impact your emotional well-being. We’d suggest giving this informational page a read.
Do not get botulinum toxin injections if you have a skin infection, are unwell in any way, have a neuromuscular condition, and if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding. It’s also a great idea to consider all medication you take — for example, antidepressants and antihistamines do not compromise Botox treatments but aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may.
It’s not permanent — the effect will usually only last for three to four months (although it can last longer!)
A single session is sufficient to see results. You may wait a few days to see an initial effect and it may take a week or two to be fully visible but that one session will be more than enough.
Prices really vary in Hong Kong. While we’d ordinarily look to more affordable options, be wary of cheaper clinics that aren’t reputable and well-reviewed, it’s not worth it to take the risk — this is your face and body!
Make sure the person doing your injections is qualified and experienced. Skip salons and go directly to a Hong Kong-registered doctor. Review before-and-after photos to check their previous work and look for independent reviews online.
Schedule an initial consultation where you can express your needs and cosmetic desires to your practitioner. Make sure you’re comfortable with your doctor, and that their philosophy aligns with yours.
Ask your practitioner about their training, qualifications and experience; the name of the product, its license and where it’s made; risks and side-effects; and what will happen if things go wrong.
Clarify any previous dosages, which brands you’ve used before and are using now, then work out which will be most suitable for your skin. Make sure to also let your practitioner know your medical history, any allergies and all medical conditions.
Be wary of clinics that pressure you to purchase a higher injection dosage.

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GIVEAWAY: Live At The Big Top

Team Sassy — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 22:00:24 +0000

Get ready for the perfect Sassy giveaway for all music lovers — two lucky readers will win four premium tickets to Hong Kong’s most unique live music event: Live At The Big Top at AIA Carnival!

The Big Top will once again transform into a musical extravaganza for AIA Carnival’s Grand Finale week from Tuesday, 11 February to Sunday, 16 February, 2025. This year’s incredible line-up will feature local and international talents including the returning favourite MANIA: The ABBA Tribute show. Travel back in time to revisit one of the world’s best pop groups with this professional tribute show from London’s West End. MANIA has been touring all over the world since 2000 and is now returning to Hong Kong to recreate the ABBA phenomenon at the circus ring!

If this world-famous show has you saying “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!”, enter before Sunday, 26 January, 2025 for the chance to be one of two lucky winners to snag four premium tickets!

What You’ll Win

A set of four premium tickets, worth $2,800, for the MANIA show at 1pm on Sunday, 16 February, 2o25

AIA Carnival, Central Harbourfront Event Space, 9 Lung Wo Road, Central, Hong Kong, Instagram: @latbt.official, www.aiacarnival.com

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The Best Digital Marketing Agencies In Hong Kong To Grow Your Business

Team Sassy — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 22:00:48 +0000

Give your business the boost it needs to get ahead with the help of these digital marketing agencies, accounting companies and resources in Hong Kong.

In such a dense city like Hong Kong, businesses need all the help they can get to turn a profit and maintain a competitive edge. Whether you want to boost your online presence, strengthen your brand identity, optimise your SEO, manage your finances or revamp your website, we’ve got a useful list of Hong Kong digital agencies, accounting companies and other services that can help bolster your business.

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Digital Marketing Agencies In Hong Kong

4HK – For Hong Kong – An experiential agency providing full digital marketing services

4HK – For Hong Kong provides digital marketing services and consultation for SMEs, startups and corporations. Its full-spectrum performance marketing service allows its clients to focus on their business, while the 4HK team takes care of all your branding and marketing needs. Fully backed by startup accelerator LimeHK, the agency promises to improve workflow and ultimately bring in new partnerships and ROI. What’s more, with its own customisable real-time reporting dashboard The ROOT, you can keep up-to-date on all the relevant data that’s important to your business.

Use code Sassyx4HK to enjoy a one-time The ROOT dashboard analytic setup and get the first month of your subscription free (altogether worth up to $10,500) for your website here.

4HK, Room 4801, 48/F, Hopewell Centre, 183 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 6726 8769, www.facebook.com/4hk.ltd, www.4hk.com.hk

DigiSalad – User experience-focused digital agency

This innovative digital agency provides a wide range of tech solutions. Specialising in UX, UI Design and Digital Transformation for different digital touchpoints, Hong Kong-based DigiSalad, together with its Singapore and Taiwan teams, creates an amazing and unique user experience for its clients which stands out from competitors in the market. In 2024, DigiSalad was proudly awarded Local Hero of the Year at the Agency of the Year Awards by Marketing Interactive, further cementing its position as a leading agency in the industry. The agency believes digital media is like a mixed salad, and has made it its goal to combine and optimise various digital “ingredients” (UX/UI Design, Mobile App and Website Development, Customer Loyalty Programme, eCommerce Solutions, CMS Development, SEO, etc.) to get the best results.

DigiSalad, Unit 05-06, 30/F, Global Gateway Tower, 63 Wing Hong Street, Cheung Sha Wan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3103 2588, Instagram: @digisalad, digisalad.cool

Prizm Group – Global digital marketing agency founded in Hong Kong

With humble beginnings as a boutique digital marketing agency in the city, Prizm Group has grown into a global company with a strategy that involves combining innovative technology, creativity and statistical analysis. Previous clients include Dior, Nike, Meta, NARS, Octopus, HK Express and HSBC.

Prizm Group, 15/F & 16/F, Upper Living, 165 Hoi Bun Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, www.prizmgroup.com

Digital Business Lab – Performance-driven digital agency

Performance-driven agency Digital Business Lab specialises in running localised, customer-centric social media campaigns which aim to increase brand desirability and customer engagement. With useful experience in video production, the agency can also help you partner with the right KOLs or influencers to gain brand awareness and generate leads.

Digital Business Lab, 1501, Pacific Plaza, 410 Des Voeux Road West, Sai Wan, Hong Kong, 8120 3518, digital-business-lab.com

First Page – Data-driven integrated digital strategy

First Page is here to bolster your business with high-performing SEO and PPC strategies that will reap quick and lasting results. It even offers a “Pay on Performance” guarantee, meaning clients don’t pay until their first keyword ranks on the first search page on Google. What have you got to lose?

First Page, Room 3503-07, 35/F, Wu Chung House, 213 Queen’s Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2356 3200, www.firstpage.hk

Digital Nomads Hong Kong – Digital marketing agency specialising in sales and lead generation

As an official Google Partner founded by ex-Googlers, Digital Nomads Hong Kong provides expert insight into what it takes to give your business a competitive edge and generate more sales. Applying years of industry experience, this company will provide you with a tailor-made strategy plan with the goal of enhancing the performance of Google Ads, Facebook Ads, YouTube Ads and SEO, that will effectively support the growth of your business.

Digital Nomads Hong Kong, 2/F, Beverly House, 93-107 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 9734 0243, www.digitalnomadshk.com

Lolli Media – Full-service digital agency

Lolli is a full-service digital agency based in Hong Kong that covers everything from online marketing to branding and web design. Using its strong in-house team of designers, marketing specialists and programmers, Lolli combines design, technology and strategy to provide the most positive user experience and drive business.

Lolli Media, Suite 4006, 40/F, Singga Commercial Centre, 144-151 Connaught Road West, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, 3621 0616, www.lolli.com.hk

Branding Agencies In Hong Kong

Stepworks – Digital-focused brand-building agency

Looking to transform what people think of your business? Using a brand-led, digital-focused approach, Stepworks’ “Wholehearted Brand Building” methodology helps organisations gain a competitive edge through a simple yet effective three-step process: make clear your business offerings, express your brand in a positive way and increase brand awareness.

Stepworks, 19/F, LKF 29, 29 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 3678 8700, www.stepworks.co

BaseCreate – Award-winning branding and marketing agency

Headquartered in Hong Kong, this esteemed internationally-known branding and marketing agency offers a wide range of services geared to one goal — growth. Using a multi-disciplinary approach, BaseCreate integrates both brand strategy and marketing activation for a more effective process with better results.

BaseCreate, 15/F, The Hennessy, 256 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2868 2793, www.basecreate.com

ipulse – Creative brand design agency

With over 20 years of experience under its belt, ipulse has established itself as one of Hong Kong’s leading brand consultancies. It has worked with an extensive range of clients, from independent start-ups to established multi-national corporations, providing a full suite of branding services, as well as web design and marketing support.

ipulse, 13/F, Connect, 303 Jaffe Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 6296 4020, www.ipulsedesign.com

Web Design Companies In Hong Kong

Rabbit Studio – Local web design company

Since 2015, local web design company Rabbit Studio has helped several prestigious clients, such as K11, Landmark, Swire Hotels and HSBC, come up with unique and creative strategies to create new value. Through precise audience analysis and targeting, each design and digital practice is tailored to suit the specific needs of your business.

Rabbit studio, Unit E, 14/F, Joint Venture Factory Building, 76 Hung To Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 7072 2920, rabbitstudio.net

Rush Hour Digital – Creative web and branding agency

Sassy has been a long-time fan of this creative web and branding agency and can vouch for its excellent service. Each component of your website will be carefully considered and crafted with your unique brand in mind. What’s more, Rush Hour also offers various levels of web maintenance and support to keep you abreast of the latest digital trends.

Rush Hour Digital, 19/F, The L Plaza, 367-375 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, 3571 9881, rushhourdigital.com

WECREATE Hong Kong – Award-winning web design agency

Award-winning web design agency WECREATE specialises in designing custom websites tailored to your business needs. Its experienced web designers will help you build an interactive platform that will inform and delight visitors, offering a host of services including UX and UI design, web development, SEO, content management and more.

WECREATE Hong Kong, Room B, 9/F, Evergreen Industrial Mansion, 12 Yip Fat Street, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, 2555 7220, www.wecreate.com.hk

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Xenyo – Hong Kong web design agency providing custom technical solutions

Hong Kong-based Xenyo is fast becoming one of the most sought-after web design agencies in the city, with a strong track record in delivering custom-designed websites that are not only visually appealing but also functional and user-friendly.

Xenyo, Room 1801 Apec Plaza, 49 Hoi Yuen Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2616 0898, www.xenyo.com

Accounting And E-Commerce Agencies In Hong Kong

Fresh Accounting – CFO and advisory services

Offering both CFO and advisory services, Fresh Accounting seeks to help SME businesses identify opportunities to increase performance and profitability. As an official partner with Xero, Fresh can also help your business transition to more flexible cloud-based accounting solutions! Sassy went to Fresh to help us make the switch and we’re so glad we did!

Fresh Accounting, 7/F, W Place, 52 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2295 0881, www.freshaccounting.biz

InsCoder – Full-service Shopify agency

Listed as an official Shopify Plus Partner, Hong Kong-based InsCoder’s full-service team delivers effective and profitable Shopify solutions for its clients, covering everything from store setup and Shopify custom app development to social media marketing, UX/UI design and more.

InsCoder, 3/F, Citicorp Centre, 18 Whitfield Road, Tin Hau, Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 6906 5318, inscoder.com

Stripe – User-friendly e-commerce platform

Thanks to Stripe’s user-friendly software, businesses of all sizes can accept payments and manage their business online. For Hong Kong businesses, the digital payment platform accepts a variety of payment methods that include most major credit cards, digital wallets and other payment platforms such as Alipay and WeChat Pay.

Stripe, www.stripe.com

Xero – Cloud-based accounting software

Simple to use, and accessible anywhere and anytime, Xero gives you the power to track your cash flow, send invoices and create expense claims on the go. This cloud-based accounting software is perfect for small and medium-sized business owners who are ready to take control of their own finances.

Xero, 10/F, YF Life Tower, 33 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, www.xero.com/hk

Other Useful Resources

HubSpot – A growth platform for businesses providing ebooks, guides and free courses on marketing, sales, web design and more. www.hubspot.com
SME One – SME One provides comprehensive information on various government industry support funding schemes and market financial proposals to help local SMEs upgrade their business. www.hkpc.org
The Women Entrepreneurs Network (WEN) – A group led by experienced female entrepreneurs that provides networking opportunities and shares business tips and strategies to help fellow female business owners drive their companies to the next level. wenhk.org
The Women’s Foundation – A non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting female entrepreneurs in Hong Kong that shares research articles and online tools related to entrepreneurship. twfhk.org

Editor’s Note: “The Best Hong Kong Digital Marketing Agencies & Resources To Help Your Business Grow” was most recently updated in January 2025.

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20+ Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas Your S.O. Will Love

Team Sassy — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 22:00:24 +0000

Here are the best Valentine’s Day gift ideas, available to shop in or deliver to Hong Kong — from quilted heart-shaped crossbody bags to romantic scents and getaways, games for couples and more.

Looking for gift ideas that will make your Valentine’s day? Whether you’re looking to spoil your romantic partner, help pick out a present for a loved one or want to treat your best galentines (or maybe you’re shopping for yourself, we won’t judge!), you’ve come to the right place. From lovely candle holders and pretty palettes to fashionable fits, dazzling jewellery and sweet treats, here are 20+ Valentine’s Day gift ideas that we’re confident your S.O. will love.

Grace & Favour HK, Valentine’s Day Roses, From $1,680

Indulge in the ultimate expression of love this Valentine’s Day with the exquisite selection from award-winning florist Grace & Favour HK of premium Ecuadorian rose bouquets and flower boxes, darling Jellycat plushies and more! Elevate your romantic gesture with a meticulous curation of premium flowers, sourced directly from esteemed partner farms around the globe. Each bloom is artfully arranged by internationally certified florists, and you can choose the full experience by picking up in-stores or relishing the convenience of seamless delivery straight to your door.

Godiva, Chocolate Heart-Shaped Gift Box, $499

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Laura Mercier, Lucky In Love Blush Colour Infusion, $310

Charles & Keith, Philomena Quilted Heart Crossbody Bag, $469

Jo Malone, Taif Rose Cologne Intense, $1,215

Little Ritual.s, Crystal Set + Breathwork Session For Two, $500

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Niin, Eska Glacier Duo Earrings, $1,152

Crewkies, Red Velvet Cookie Cake, $350

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Loveramics, Willow Love Story Plate Set Of 4, $399

Ritz-Carlton, Urban Escape Package For Two, $4,200

Jellycat, Amuseables Heart Bag, $365

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Natasha Denona, Retro Eyeshadow Palette, $399

Zara, Draped Midi Dress, $469

Gift Something, Heartful Care Hamper, $989

RockRush, Eternity Bands, From $759

Roksaan, Customisable Valentine’s Day Card, From $59

GLOWGEAR, THE GROBOUNCE 4-in-1 Hair Volumizer, $1,315

Vista, Valentine’s Day Dinner, $1,388 per person

Guerlain’s Muguet, Exceptional Rendezvous Perfume, $6,480

Lovense, Lush 2 Egg Vibrator, $938

LUSH, Rose Gift Set, $240

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Chopard, Happy Hearts 18-karat rose gold, mother-of-pearl and diamond necklace, $61,000

Better Than Flowers, The Surprise Box, From $59

Urban Outfitters, Heart Handle Puffy Ceramic Mug, $127

We’re Not Really Strangers, Couples Edition Card Game, USD$20

Charmaine Studios, Heart Envelopes, $148

Anthropologie, Cut Glass Candle Holder, From $221

Intimissimi, Autumn Blossom Viscose Satin Kimono, $629

ManMoMedia, “Hong Kong In 100 Photos” Coffee Table Book, $360

Kayali, Eden Juicy Apple Eau De Parfum, $1,130

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If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, head to our main gift guide landing page.

Editor’s Note: All listed prices were correct at the time of publication.

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Sustainable Sparkle: RockRush Jewellery For Your Valentine

Team Sassy — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 22:00:33 +0000

From chic hoop earrings to eternity bands and more, discover our faves pieces from RockRush that scream ‘Be Mine’…

Looking to spoil someone special this Valentine’s Day, without breaking the bank? RockRush has got you covered! Offering a stunning range of high-quality jewellery designs in rose, yellow and white gold finishes, RockRush pieces are as wearable as they are affordable, giving you the sparkle of luxe metals and stones at unmatched prices.

Flowers wilt and chocolates melt, but diamonds are a girl’s eternal best friend! RockRush takes this to heart by combining timeless elegance with a modern twist — think ethically sourced, lab-grown diamonds that are as kind to the planet as they are dazzling. Curious about how these gems are created? You’ll find all the details on RockRush’s website, so you can fall in love with your jewellery even more!

Keep scrolling to check out our favourite pieces, available on RockRush’s website…

Heart Diamond Bezel Studs, From $7,292

What better way to profess your love (whether platonic, familial or romantic) than a heart-shaped diamond? These adorable studs have a total carat weight of 0.50 and a 14K gold basket setting, making them perfect for everyday wear.

Princess Eternity Band, From $18,396

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Total Round Tennis Bracelet, From $16,225

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Emerald Cut Stud Earrings, From $6,817

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Seven Stone Diamond Ring, From $10,272

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Get two jewellery pieces in one with this exquisite half-diamond, half-paper-clip chain bracelet. It comes in a wide range of materials (including 950 grade platinum!), allowing you to personalise its sheen.

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RockRush, 454 West Broadway, New York, NY 10012, United States.

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2025 Chinese New Year: A Guide To Lunar New Year Traditions & Taboos

Team Sassy — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 22:00:29 +0000

Enter the new lunar year with your best foot forward! Our guide to 2025 Chinese New Year traditions and taboos will help you maximise your good luck and ward off the bad.

It’s almost a brand new lunar year – kung hei fat choi! Arguably the festival with the most cultural significance in Hong Kong, Chinese New Year celebrates the start of the Chinese lunisolar calendar year, marking the end of a cold, dark winter and welcoming spring. Enter the Year of the Snake with your best foot forward, and if you play your cards right, this just might be your most prosperous year yet! From when to book your next haircut to how to properly hang your decorations, here are all the Chinese New Year traditions and taboos you need to know.

When Is Chinese New Year 2025?

Following the lunar calendar, Chinese New Year usually takes place in either January or February. In 2025, the first day of the lunisolar calendar will fall on Wednesday, 29 January and will welcome the Year of the Snake.

Traditionally, this festival used to take place over fifteen days but, in the modern working world, only three days are given in Hong Kong as public holidays. However, many festivities and traditions still carry on past this three-day holiday.

Common Chinese New Year Greetings: Kung Hei Fat Choi, Sun Tai Kin Hong & More

The Lunar New Year doesn’t officially begin until the second week of February but you’ll probably start to hear people greet each other with “kung hei fat choi” (wishing you a prosperous year) much earlier in the month. If someone says this to you, it’s good form to return the greeting, or you can respond by saying “sun tai kin hong” meaning “I wish you good health”. Married people are traditionally obliged to give lai see to anyone younger and single when greeted. If you really want to impress this year (and try and score a few extra lai see), you can mix it up and try these other common Chinese New Year blessings:

新年快樂 “sun nin fai lok” — happy new year
心想事成 “sum seung si sing” — may all your wishes come true
大吉大利 “dai gut dai lei” — good luck and may your year go smoothly

Pay Your Dues Before The Start Of Chinese New Year

If you borrowed money from anyone last year, be sure to pay them back before the start of the New Year. It is said that any outstanding loans will bring you misfortune (lending money on Chinese New Year’s Day is also not recommended!). And if you’re the one who is owed money, don’t go knocking on your friend’s door demanding your dues as this is believed to bring you bad luck for a full year!

Hang Up Your Chinese New Year Decorations — The Right Way!

Once you’ve finished deep cleaning your flat, it’s time to hang up your Chinese New Year decorations. You’ll see a lot of red lanterns (used to drive off bad luck), as well as paper cutouts and couplets (to attract good fortune). Just be sure to hang your decorations the correct way! The vertical couplets (two lines of Chinese poetry) go on each side of a doorway, while the horizontal banners are hung above doorframes. The paper cutouts of auspicious symbols are typically affixed to windows.

Sassy Tip: In Chinese, the word for “upside down” sounds similar to the word for “arrive”, so people tend to hang their fuk (福) signs — which represent “good fortune” — upside down to symbolise a good year to come.

Buy New Clothes For Chinese New Year (But Not Books Or Shoes!)

Shopaholics will be glad to hear that a shopping spree is encouraged. In fact, it’s customary to buy yourself a whole new outfit to wear on New Year’s Day (don’t mind if we do!) to set yourself up for a fresh start and attract more wealth in the year ahead. Be sure to buy any shoes and books you’ve been eyeing up while you’re at it as it is frowned upon to buy these items (both are thought to bring misfortune) during the start of Chinese New Year.

Sweep Out The Old Before Chinese New Year Eve

What better incentive to declutter your room and give your home a good dusting than the promise of bringing in good fortune? As the Chinese characters for “dust” and “old” sound similar, the act of sweeping away dust is seen as a way to banish the old and usher in the new. It’s important for this to be done before Chinese New Year Eve as it’s considered bad luck to clean your home during the first week of the first Lunar month; people typically start two days before the holiday (spring cleaning day). Remember to stow away your broom and vacuum because you wouldn’t want to accidentally reduce your good fortune!

Dressing In Red For Luck On Chinese New Year

In Chinese culture, the colour red is considered to bring good luck. So it’s no surprise that the hue is seen all around during Chinese New Year in the form of lai see packets, paper lanterns and door couplets. You may also notice that many people choose to wear red on the day to attract even more good fortune. At the opposite end of the spectrum, wearing black and white is a big no-no, as these colours are traditionally associated with mourning.

Don’t Wash Or Cut Your Hair During Chinese New Year

The Chinese character for “hair” is the same character as the “fat” in “fat choi” (as in “kung hei fat choi”), which means “to become wealthy”. This is why people refrain from washing or cutting their hair over the first few days of the Chinese New Year. Sharp objects are also avoided during the holiday as they are seen as a sign of bad luck (the use of scissors, in particular, is believed to lead to quarrels and disputes with others), so if you failed to book a trim ahead of the holiday, stay away from those pointy shears, no matter how long your locks have grown.

Open Your Windows At Midnight

The annual fireworks display over Victoria Harbour is one of Hong Kong’s biggest Chinese New Year traditions (our city’s way of warding off bad luck with a bang), and we always look forward to seeing how the year’s display will top the last. Carry out the custom of opening your windows at the stroke of midnight, which some households believe in doing, to usher out the old year, and welcome in the Year of the Snake.

Editor’s Note: “2025 Chinese New Year: A Guide To Lunar New Year Traditions & Taboos” was most recently updated in January 2025.

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Breaking Up Is Hard To Do – Friendship Edition

Team Sassy — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 03:42:32 +0000

While the heartache of romantic break-ups have been expressed across every medium since the beginning of time, less discussed is the (sometimes worse!) pain of dissolved friendships.

Falling out of love is easy enough to understand, but in theory, friendships can last forever — so when they don’t, the sting is that much more painful. Team Sassy share their immediate connections that turned into big friendship losses, which continue to play on their minds even today — plus, how they survived it, what it taught them about relationships and, ultimately, about themselves.

The friend who was ghosted big time

We had similar humour and trauma bonded about our previous job. She was very keen to befriend me in the beginning. I was fine with it but she initiated everything, asking me to go to yoga class after work. If I didn’t reply to her messages straight away, she’d be very sensitive about it.

I don’t know what happened. She started to not reply and I sensed a big energy change. I kept asking what was wrong and she told me, “Don’t be so sensitive. We have our own lives”. I asked a few more times but she never addressed the problem and I felt like she was gaslighting me.

I’m the sort of person who wants to know if I did something wrong to see if I can change or apologise, not to be kept in the dark. I had nightmares about it, felt abandoned, confused and anxious that she was talking behind my back about something I did. I didn’t want to feel bad about a person who doesn’t care about me, or add anything to my life.

Of course you feel hurt when grieving the loss of friendship, but I look back and think about the good moments we shared and am grateful for that. We were compatible for two years, but not everyone is here to stay. As a kid I thought it was ‘friends forever’ but I’ve realised that circumstances, values, and personalities can change and it’s ok to go on separate paths. I need to learn to let go of some people. If they don’t want to be friends anymore, I’ve learnt to respect myself enough to let them go.

To make new friends, I went on Bumble BFF. You’ll find your tribe and people who will love you for who you are. That person doesn’t define you — I’m an amazing person and friend. I reached out two months ago and she replied. I’m actually at peace with it now. I have better friends. The relationship evolved and we just weren’t compatible.

The friend stuck in an awkward living situation

During my first year of college, my roommate and I bonded over a mutual dislike of the third girl we lived with, and ended up becoming close friends. We were very different people though, and there were certain things about her that really frustrated me, like her lack of boundaries. That came to a head years later when I went through something quite traumatic and she started acting strangely about it, bringing it up often and constantly comparing her own unserious situations. Maybe she was just trying to empathise, but I found it quite triggering and it made me see her differently.

It was awkward because we were still living together, although I distanced myself and then eventually moved. It was like a proper break-up — we had to sit down and talk about it. She told me she felt like there was something wrong, and I had to admit that I didn’t feel like our friendship was working out. We continued living together for a few months. I was a bit shitty about it.

I learnt that things that you find annoying about people from the onset tend to stay there, and that you should protect your boundaries. I feel like I could have handled it better, but you don’t have to be besties with everyone if it’s not working. You have the option to get out of it.

The last time I was in her area I considered reaching out to apologise, but decided against it as there’s no need to rekindle that relationship. Everyone has complex lives, which you are not the centre of. I’m sure she’s doing great.

The friend who held a decade-long grudge (and for good reason)

This is a story of how long I can hold a grudge for, as this was a friend I made at the age of 8. We lived close to each other so it was convenient, and were both into dance class. As kids do, we squabbled but would usually bounce back quickly. I had a lot of health problems as a child and everyone in my class knew I wasn’t allowed to swim due to constant ear infections. I was hospitalised for a variety of ailments, including inexplicable leg tremors and stomach issues, which the girl knew about.

I don’t remember what caused it but once the girl said to me, “Every time you’ve been in hospital, it’s a punishment for what you’ve done”. I was 10! For some reason, this one thing that girl said to me pops into my head every time something happens to me, including when I recently had pneumonia. After she weaponised this over me, I was never able to get over it, or trust her again. It was a shame as we had a bond, and a lot in common, but I wasn’t able to move past it in my life.

There were people around when it happened, and a mutual friend of ours was up in arms about it, angry on my behalf. I didn’t make a huge deal of it, and just walked away. It was a wildly inappropriate thing to say, and upset me more after the fact. I didn’t address it, just extracted myself from the situation, and hoped she took the hint.

I dealt with it by keeping her at arm’s length, even though I remained civil and we’d even sometimes hang out at parties. I never told her anything personal, at the back of my mind aware she might use an illness against me again. To this day, I still believe that once someone hurts you once, they’re capable of doing it again. When people show you who they are, believe them. That’s stuck with me forever, and I don’t think I’ve gotten over it.

If I know someone is capable of using personal information against me, I don’t let it go beyond a certain level of friendship to protect myself against having the same issues in future. I’m not particularly religious, but in my family’s culture, karma is a big thing — what goes around comes around. I hear her voice in my head every time I get sick, and think about what I’ve done recently to deserve this.

I understand I shouldn’t take it as literally as I did, and that it probably never crossed her mind I’d be thinking about it 15 years later. This was a very formative experience for me. When someone shows signs of having this personality, I immediately put up a wall. Once someone betrays me in a specific way, I’m not big on forgiveness. It forever alters how I see that person.

Every now and then, I’ll see a random update about her, but there’s no part of me that wants her in my life. We haven’t spoken for 10 years, and I’m fine with that.

The heartbroken friend who never got closure

We became friends during orientation at university as we lived down the hall from one another. We vibed immediately, we had the same dry wit, sarcasm and sense of humour. She’s incredibly intelligent and so we instinctively gravitated towards each other, sharing similar values and a sense of self. The first party we ever went to together, she printed out walking directions…I knew we would get on from that moment forward.

After graduation I moved to another city, but we continued to visit each other regularly throughout the years. We remained incredibly close despite the distance, she even threw my hen’s party. I started leaning into my career and the city I was living in slowly became my identity, while she went in another direction. The last time she visited me, we headed out to a high-end restaurant and she showed up in a farming outfit. I half joked that she couldn’t wear that out and asked her to borrow something from my closet, which she did. The visit went on for another day or two, but that was the last time we ever saw each other.

Looking back, I always assumed that comment was the driving force for the breakup, that our differences became too apparent that night, and she just couldn’t be bothered. She stopped reaching out and answering my calls. I’ll never know the real reason, but I can’t help but think that was the dinner that changed it all.

I wondered for years if I became the representation to her of a button-up formal type, someone she was always desperate not to become. The irony wasn’t lost on me when years later I saw her featured in a J.Crew ad, I forwarded her the email and said I loved it and that I hoped things were going well, which was my attempt to open the door. She responded, “Hope all is well.” We follow each other on Instagram, but she’s muted my stories.

The fact that she couldn’t just tell me, “I don’t love this version of you” made me wonder if we were really best friends. But looking back, of course we were — she gave the speech at my engagement party, we stood by each other’s side during every breakup, every move and every life moment for nearly a decade. It haunted me for years. I was devastated. It hurt more than my first love. People closest to me know that it’s something I still carry to this day. It was worse than any other break-up I’ve ever had because there was no finality to it.

If becoming different people was the reason our friendship ended, the takeaway is to let people be themselves. Support them as they are and lift them up. I’ve learnt about myself that putting a period to every sentence is something I need. I never got the closure I so desperately needed and it’s something that continues to haunt me still to this day.

I’ll never be fully over it, but as with everything, time heals. I’m so far removed now that I don’t know who she is anymore. I don’t know that I would reach out because I’ve tried over the last decade, and we’re a lot older now, I’m sure she has since moved on. But would I drop by the bar her dad owns one day, or somewhere I think she’d be? I’d walk by, maybe…

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Must-Try Hearty Meals In Hong Kong To Beat The Winter Chill

Team Sassy — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 22:00:19 +0000

When it’s hot, it’s hot, but despite impressions to the contrary, there are parts of Hong Kong where winter temperatures can plunge to as low as zero. Fortunately, there are plenty of dining spots out there to warm you up when the weather turns cold.

Never mind holidays, nothing says winter quite like indulging in traditional ‘stick-to-the-ribs’ soups, stews and casseroles for a comforting meal during the cold months between December and February. Whether you fancy one of the various types of hot pot from across the region, a warming curry with a spicy kick or a Japanese-style beef stew, there’s an option to choose from among Quality Tourism Services (QTS) Scheme outlets – and all of them are guaranteed to help you get cosy. No space heater required.

Read More: Top Hot Pot Spots in Hong Kong

Bamboo Thai

Bringing together the diverse flavours of the Mekong Delta in one spot, Bamboo Thai offers diners a range of authentic Thai dishes for every day of the year. That said, there’s something about the warming spiciness of saucier selections that offers comfort on a cool night. The creative chefs inject the essential tastes of Thai basil, lemongrass, coriander, garlic, lime and chilli pepper into the signature wok-fried tiger prawns – from the Thai-Myanmar border – in a creamy light yellow curry with egg, and the zesty Thai-style stir-fried clams, which are guaranteed to put you in a cosy mood. Grab a piquant Siam Mary or Thai-holiday cocktail to cap off the meal and you’ll be feeling warm for days.

Opening Hours: Daily, 12pm to 10pm; Daily, 12pm to 11:30pm (Nina Mall)

Bamboo Thai, various locations across Hong Kong, Instagram: @bamboothai_hk, www.cafedecogroup.com

Hiyama

Sukiyaki is among the most popular Japanese meals in the world and it’s easy to see why. It’s hard not to be lured into a comfy mood when Hiyama’s fragrant signature broth washes over you from the nabemono bowl. Hiyama’s original Tokyo restaurant has earned a Michelin star for 10 years running thanks in part to a 110-year-old tradition of sourcing only perfectly marbled premium Wagyu beef. Its Hong Kong branch stays true to that tradition, and Hiyama’s secret recipe Sukiyaki broth is flown in from Tokyo for an exceptional dining experience in an elegantly tranquil space. As a bonus, if it’s cool but not cold and you’re feeling like seafood, Hiyama’s deluxe sushi platter will hit the spot.

Opening Hours: Weekdays, 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 10:30pm; Weekends and public holidays, 12pm to 3:30pm, 6pm to 10:30pm

Hiyama, Shop OTE302, 3/F, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, 2885 3203, Instagram: @hiyamahk, www.thefoodstoryhk.com/hiyamahk

Mou Mou Club

You can never go wrong with shabu shabu, Japan’s other great winter nabemono hotpot dish. More savoury and earthy than its slightly sweeter sukiyaki sister, shabu shabu rolls thinly sliced beef into a rich soup base along with a variety of vegetables, noodles and sides. Mou Mou Club offers up a choice of premium Japanese Wagyu, Australian or American beef, plus a buffet zone featuring 30 ingredients, drinks, and ice cream for capping a meal. Come in for Mou Mou’s two-hour all-you-can-eat Japanese Kyushu A4 Wagyu + Seafood extravaganza, with abalone and Hiroshima oysters, or the Beef Platter trio, which includes hand-cut Australian beef short ribs, US SRF beef rib cubes and beef brisket trimmings. The ice cream may be a push.

Opening Hours: Daily, 11:30pm to 11pm

Mou Mou Club, Shop 423, 4/F, MOKO, 193 Prince Edward Road West, Mong Kok, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3184 0384, www.facebook.com/MouMouClub, www.moumouclub.com

Super Super

Congee is arguably the most comforting and warming meal out there, but it feels extra warming in winter. Super Super combines the best of tradition with culinary innovation to serve up dishes a little off the standard menu to go along with its congee and noodles specialities. It goes without saying both are must-tries – like the signature congee with shrimp, fish, BBQ pork and squid, as well as the noodles with shrimp wonton – but the depths of winter demand sampling the seasonal hot pot series, such as braised mutton in hot pot and sour pickle and fish fillet & duck blood in hotpot, both popular and satisfying thanks to rich ingredients.

Opening Hours: Daily, 10am to 5pm

Super Super, Café de Coral Centre, 5 Wo Shui Street, Fo Tan, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 2601 8481, www.facebook.com/SuperSuper.CongeeAndNoodle, www.supersuper.com.hk

Top Pot Taiwanese Hot Pot

No time of year is wrong for Taiwanese hot pot, truly one of the island’s great exports, but when there’s a chill in the air Top Pot Taiwanese Hot Pot’s all-you-can-eat hot pot ticks all the boxes. High quality, melt-in-your-mouth Australian wagyu beef, Hokkaido Yongenton Pork belly, seasonal seafood, farm fresh vegetables and signature broth made fresh daily ensure it’s authentic. And Top Pot’s individual pots guarantee everyone at the table gets exactly the soothing meal they want. Wash your bowl down with a sweet and cosy black sugar pearl fresh milk and get a warm jolt from its indulgent fats perfect for winter, and round it out with a Taiwanese street snack.

Opening hours: Daily, 12pm to 10:30pm (Tuen Mun); Daily, 11:30pm to 10:30pm (Ma On Shan)

Top Pot Taiwanese Hot Pot, Shop 36-37, L3/F, Trend Plaza North Wing, 2 Tuen Lung Street, Tuen Mun, Hong Kong, 2300 1126

Top Pot Taiwanese Hot Pot, Shop 2001, 2/F, MOSTown Phase 4, 18 On Luk Street, Ma On Shan, New Territories, 2300 1777, www.inline.app, Instagram: @toppotasia

Mama Spicy

Little heats a body up faster than Sichuan cuisine, and Mama Spicy’s signature spicy dry pot – or fragrant pot – is one of the freshest and most numbing on the go in Hong Kong. Veterans and newcomers alike can cater their dry pot to their preferred spice level, from fiery to sort of mild, while never missing out on the dish’s irresistibly intense and distinctive aroma. Don’t miss the hearty casserole of chicken with pepper pork chitterlings, or the rich and unique spicy goose belly and fried quail casserole, whose spicy notes are not only warming but appetite-stimulating. It all adds up to an ideal choice for helping you make it to spring’s warm embrace.

Opening Hours: Daily, 12pm to 4pm, 6pm to 11:30pm

Mama Spicy, Shop J1, G/F, 9 Hau Fook Street, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, 2394 0211, Instagram: @mamaspicyspicy

Wing Lai Yuen Restaurant

Legend holds that the nearly 80-year-old Wing Lai Yuen began life in a run-down squatter village shop, finally moving to its bright, shiny location 25 years ago. Either way, this consistent Bib Gourmand winner has earned its reputation for authentic, old school dan dan noodles, the kind made in Imperial kitchens centuries ago and whose secret recipe has been passed down to the current eatery. The spicy, nutty broth is a comforting winter soup, and Wing Lai Yuen’s freshly cut noodles hit the spot every time. The signature homemade dan dan (with or without meat) are a must-have, but other hearty recommendations from the Szechuan and Shanghainese menu include the gold medal wonton chicken soup casserole and succulent braised ham in honey sauce. Winter is welcome to linger.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 11pm to 3:30pm, 6pm to 10pm; Weekends and public holidays 11pm to 10pm

Wing Lai Yuen Restaurant, Shop 102-105, 1/F, Whampoa Gourmet Place, Site 8, Whampoa Garden, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2320 6430, www.winglaiyuenhk.com

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Slither Into The Year Of The Snake With Mandarin Oriental

Team Sassy — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 22:00:40 +0000

Celebrate the Year of the Snake and pamper yourself at the Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong!

Get ready to celebrate the Year of the Snake at the luxurious Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, where auspicious festivities await! This Chinese New Year, dive into a whirlwind of vibrant celebrations that promise to have you slithering into 2025 with good fortune!

Step into the Mandarin Oreintal’s hotel lobby, transformed into a stunning display of colourful Chinese lanterns and fragrant flowers, setting the perfect backdrop for your New Year festivities. Don’t miss the exhilarating Lion Dance and eye-dotting ceremony on Lunar New Year’s Day at 1pm, a spectacular sight that attracts blessings of prosperity for all!

Foodies, this one’s for you! Indulge in exquisite culinary creations at the Mandarin Oriental’s one-Michelin-starred restaurant Man Wah, featuring a special menu crafted by Executive Chinese Chef Wong Wing Kwong. Savor the Sautéed Lobster in Superior Fish Broth, rich with flavors and well wishes for a thriving year ahead. Delight in the Honey Glazed Sun-dried Oyster, a symbol of abundance, or the Braised Mushrooms in Casserole that whisper luck and peace with every bite.

For those looking to pamper themselves, unwind with the Year of the Snake Oriental Qi Rebalancing massage at The Mandarin Spa.

Head here to discover more about the Mandarin Oriental’s Chinese New Year offers and deals!

Mandarin Oriental, 5 Connaught Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2522 0111, www.mandarinoriental.com

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