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.

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Aberdeen Harbour

Take a trip around Aberdeen Harbour on a water taxi, see the boat peoples boats and have a fantastic meal on the floating restaurants.
Aspasia

An Italian fine dining restaurant headed by Michelin-starred chef Roland Schuller, offers authentic Italian cuisine with fresh produce and seafood from Mediterranean. Chef Roland always impresses his guests with an endless list of gourmet dishes. Located on the 1st floor of The Luxe Manor, the restaurant is renowned for its clever, modern and elegant décor as well as its cozy ambience.
ASRA indian restaurant

One of the best Indian-style restaurants in Shatin & still going strong. Lot of choices, relaxed ambience. Excellent Curry, & Kebabs. Food deliver,catering & take away service.
Australia Dairy Company (澳洲牛奶公司)

In Hong Kong, you have to try everything, especially things that sound a little out of the ordinary.

This is an interesting place to have breakfast. You'll get to see what the locals like to have in the morning to start the day.

Steamed milk, steamed egg, sramble eggs, toast, French toast, macaroni or spaghetti in soup - all served in its very Hong Kong way. And not forgetting to try the Hong Kong style milk tea (奶茶) or the Yuanyang drink (milk tea & coffee beverage) with your breakfast!
Avenue of Stars and a Symphony of Lights

Hong Kong´s version of the hollywood WalK of Fame, The avenue of Stars celebrates icons of Hong Kong cinema the past century. The seaside promenade offers fantastic views, day and night, of Victoria Harbour and its iconic skyline. This is the place to have our picture taken by a professional photographer who is experienced in night photography. The Show comprises five major themes, taking spectators on a unique journey celebrating the energy, spirit and diversity of Hong Kong:

The first scene "Awakening" begins with flashes of laser lights that give life to a nucleus of light-energy which gradually illuminates participating buildings using an array of dancing lights and rainbow colour. This scene symbolizes the genesis and powerful growth of Hong Kong.

The second scene "Energy" is represented by the display of rising colour patterns and the sweeping of the lasers and searchlights energetically across the night sky, signifying the vibrant energy of Hong Kong.

In the third scene "Heritage", traditional lucky red and gold colours are displayed across buildings on both sides of the Harbour, complemented by the introduction of music using Chinese musical instruments, symbolizing Hong Kong's colourful heritage and rich cultural traditions.

The fourth scene "Partnership" features a display of laser beams and sweeping searchlights scanning across the Harbour, representing an illuminated connection with the opposite side. Beams reach out to symbolically connect the two sides of the Harbour into one greater and unified partnership.

The finale "Celebration" brings out a powerful rhythmic display of swirling, kaleidoscopic patterns of lights and beams dancing lively across the Harbour. The exciting final scene signifies the celebration of the close partnership between the two sides of the Harbour and represents an even brighter future for Asia's world city - Hong Kong.
China Art

Established in 1982, China Art is one of Asia's premier wholesalers and retailers of exquisite, craftsman-restored Chinese antiques. Selling everything from antique Chinese beds, cabinets, chairs and tables to soft furnishings, China Art makes for a more refined retail experience away from the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong's malls and markets.
City Hall Chinese Restaurant (大會堂美心皇宮)

Run by Maxim's, they serve reasonably priced yummy-licious Dim Sum and Cantonese cuisine at the City Hall Chinese Restaurant.

Best time to go is first thing they open - to get a table with a view to the harbour. The queue tend to grow at a rapid speed both in the morning and during lunch, but the efficient staff always gets customers seated happily.

It's sometimes easy to get yourself confused in the wrong crowd upon your arrival at the City. There is a wedding registry within the same building!

They serve Dim Sums in the traditional way, you can pick your dishes from the trolleys that come around your table! Definitely an interesting dining experience.
Crema Coffee

An independent specialty coffee shop that serve Italian style coffee drinks. Great place to get your cappuccino and other coffee.

1. In –Store Roasted coffee- They import their green coffee and roast inside their shop to ensure the freshness of the coffee they serve.

2. The Owners went to Piacenza Italy to learn to make coffee the Italian way. They also do latte-art ( check out photo at the following link)

3. Listed by Time Out HK as Hong Kong’s 20 best coffee spots.

http://www.timeout.com.hk/restaurants-bars/features/26325/top-coffee-spots-tsim-sha-tsui.html

4. Free Wi-Fi services for customer ( shut down during lunch time rush hrs 1pm-2pm)

5. Located in commercial district Tsim Sha Tsui and near hotels like Regal Kowloon, Shangri-La, intercontinental. Nikko, Royal Garden

Recommendations: Velvety textured Cappuccino, Caffe latte, In-store baked muffins.

They have opened since 2006. Some coffee professionals recommended them at their website

http://www.fivesensescoffee.com.au/news/2006/11/23/crema-hk-doin-great-things

http://www.coffeeco.com.au/newsletter/may2006.html (have some photos of our shop)

Here is a video about them,

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6H5kv8sJYA

Here is some photos that customer took during their visit

http://www.openrice.com/restaurant/photos.htm?shopid=15288&page=3

Address : Shop G36 Peninsula Centre 67 Mody Road Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon (In an alley between Regal Kowloon Hotel & Peninsula Centre.)

Open Hrs:7am-10pm Mon-Sat Sunday Closed 8am-7pm public holiday

Map:

http://maps.google.com.hk/maps/ms?hl=zh-TW&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=107988304544447498112.00045a27f419cdf280f1d&brcurrent=h3,0x340400edc87d41dd:0xa00c39682627ff0,,0x3404009533f68457:0x7af391a82a888312&ll=22.298264,114.177057&spn=0.00336,0.003744&z=18
Dumpling Yuan (饺子缘)

This is a family run restaurant in Central, tucked away along Wellington Street. With its unassuming front, this place is a gem in the middle of the busy Central. The friendly owners originate from Shanghai, they make extremely good Jiaozi (Chinese Dumpling) and interesting side dishes. Don't miss the chance taste the Hawthorn Tea, or the Soya drink too!

If you visit early in the day, you might catch a glimpse of the Jiaozi in production - yes, it's all fresh!
Goods of Desire (G.O.D)

G.O.D is the phonetic sound of the Cantonese slang "to live better". Hong Kong culture is the inspiration behind the designs in this trendy shop, described as being 'more than just a furniture store'. Get away from the crowded markets and pay a visit here for unique, Asian-inspired furniture, fashion, flip flops and more. Much of the lighting and home accessories are packed flat for travel and easily fit into any suitcase.