DK Travel : Hong Kong

“A dream of Manhattan, arising from the South China Sea.” For succinctness, modern travel writer Pico Iyer’s description of Hong Kong has yet to be bettered. From opium port to Cold War enclave to frenetic financial capital, Hong Kong has never been boring. This is the hedonistic engine room of cultural fusion: East meets West in high style, and the results astonish and delight. Prepare to experience one of the most dramatic urban environments ever conceived.

Saigon at Stanley

End a satisfying day in Stanley at this atmospheric Vietnamese restaurant. Romantics will gravitate towards the balcony tables at sunset.
Saint’s Alp Teahouse

Quirky snacks and an intriguing menu of teas in a contemporary Taiwan-style Chinese teahouse, part of an extensive chain.
Salt and Pepper Crusted Squid

You may have encountered the disastrous and greasy travesty of fried squid served up in Western Chinatowns. Banish that unpleasant memory from your mind, and prepare to discover the gloriously crisp original. Fresh squid is scored, lightly battered and flash fried with lots of salt, white pepper, chilli and garlic. The result is an addictive combination of tangy textures.
San Mun Tsai

Charming village perched between verdant hills and a sparkling bay. Check out the local fisherfolks’ floating homes with their dodgy wiring.
Sandy Chung

Your one-stop shop in the jade market for pearls, beads and jewellery of all sorts. Go between 11am and 4pm.
Sanshiro

Kicks off late, after 10pm, as does most of Macau’s nightlife. Good mix of sounds, cool vibe.
São Domingos

The pale yellow Spanish-style church towers over the Largo do Senado square. White ants forced extensive renovations in the mid-1990s. More than 300 sacred works of art are in the adjoining museum.
Sasa Cosmetics

Conveniently located outlet of an extensive Hong Kong chain selling cosmetics of every shade and type at very low prices.
Schnurrbart

German brewing at its finest, although the delicious ales on offer take a while to pour. Perhaps a schnapps while you wait…
Science Museum

There is lots of hands-on stuff here, providing a fun and educational introduction to many facets of science. Any child with a healthy dose of curiosity will spend hours pushing buttons, pulling levers and marvelling at gadgets. (see Science Museum)

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Restaurant price categories

For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal) and extra charges.
- under HK$100
- HK$100-250
- HK$250-450
- HK$450-600
- over HK$600