Hong Kong Artist Creates Chocolate Rain on New Jersey, Connecting Two Cultures

1 week, 1 day ago

Books, films and everything in between

Cuboid screens resembling Hong Kong's generic tower blocks serve as the centerpiece of the City Portraits: Hong Kong Film and Literature exhibition at the Hong Kong Film Archive. Hollywood's magpie-minded filmmakers have long drawn on the world of literature in weaving celluloid stories - and their counterparts in Hong Kong are no different, as a new exhibition makes clear. Hong …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Drumbeats and dance showcase Hong Kong's cultural power

China Daily

Performers are seen at the 2024 Hong Kong Drum Festival at the West Kowloon Art Park in Hong Kong. A performance combining vibrant drumbeats and traditional dances from around the globe was held on Dec 8 to celebrate the lively cultural spirit of Hong Kong and showcase the city's soft power. The 2024 Hong Kong Drum Festival, or "One Beat, …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Drumbeats and dance showcase Hong Kong's cultural power

China Daily

Performers are seen at the 2024 Hong Kong Drum Festival at the West Kowloon Art Park in Hong Kong. A performance combining vibrant drumbeats and traditional dances from around the globe was held on Dec 8 to celebrate the lively cultural spirit of Hong Kong and showcase the city's soft power. The 2024 Hong Kong Drum Festival, or "One Beat, …

India Dance Hong Kong Cultural Chinese Kong Hong

2 weeks, 4 days ago

Nostalgia rules

China Daily

Kinsman co-founder Gavin Yeung mixes a drink. PROVIDED TO CHINA DAILY Protecting the practitioners The revival of interest in Hong Kong heritage ought to be good news for the city's tourism sector. However, at least one of the city's facilitators of intangible cultural heritage-based events sounds skeptical about the impact of packaging heritage for popular consumption. According to Anthony Fung, …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Nostalgia rules

China Daily

Dressed in traditional costumes, Chage Fung and his colleagues explain the significance of Hong Kong heritage sites to visitors. PROVIDED TO CHINA DAILY Heritage in one's backyard The revival of interest in Hong Kong's history and heritage began gaining currency during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the restrictions enforced by the local government practically ruled out overseas travel. As Hing Chao, …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Nostalgia rules

China Daily

The cocktail bar serves lap cheong among other less-typical Cantonese delights. PROVIDED TO CHINA DAILY He argues that there are several instances of "successfully commodified" heritage sites in Hong Kong. At his bar, cliches like neon signs have been replaced with stylish Chinese calligraphy that was a staple of Hong Kong signboards in the '50s. The obvious fish balls and …

Hong Kong

1 month, 1 week ago

Finding creative solutions

China Daily

The story room in Lai Chi Wo Hakka village is among several others in Hong Kong's UNESCO Global Geopark area. In the third and final installment of her series, Faye Bradley describes how the HKSAR government, private sponsors and nongovernmental organizations all play their parts in showcasing the natural charm and distinctive cultures of Hong Kong's outlying islands, and suggests …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Finding creative solutions

China Daily

The story room in Lai Chi Wo Hakka village is among several others in Hong Kong's UNESCO Global Geopark area. In the third and final installment of her series, Faye Bradley describes how the HKSAR government, private sponsors and nongovernmental organizations all play their parts in showcasing the natural charm and distinctive cultures of Hong Kong's outlying islands, and suggests …

Tin

1 month, 1 week ago

Finding creative solutions

China Daily

One of the art installations erected on Cheung Chau island as part of the Inter-Island Festival. In the upcoming season, most festival organizers anticipate a lower audience turnout compared with that over the last few years, now that Hong Kong people are no longer held back by pandemic-related travel restrictions. "However, since Hong Kong residents can travel overseas again, this …

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1 month, 1 week ago

The viral Dubai chocolate craze has reached Europe – what makes the bar so special?

The Independent

Sign up to IndyEat's free newsletter for weekly recipes, foodie features and cookbook releases Get our food and drink newsletter for free Get our food and drink newsletter for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Dubai’s Fix Dessert Chocolatier “Can’t Get Knafeh Of It” bar, which is only available …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

The surprise city break holiday perfect for foodies

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Damon Smith squints in the bright sunshine at the top of Victoria Peak in Hong Kong …

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Intricate Glass Art Takes Center Stage in Hongqiao Pearl Market

China Daily

Beijing's Hongqiao Pearl Market undergoes a revival, introducing a cultural heritage incubation center. Visitors can experience the art of neihua, an intricate painting technique, by participating in workshops and trying it out themselves. The market is committed to blending culture, commerce and tourism to serve both Chinese and international visitors.

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Intricate Glass Art Takes Center Stage in Hongqiao Pearl Market

China Daily

Beijing's Hongqiao Pearl Market undergoes a revival, introducing a cultural heritage incubation center. Visitors can experience traditional glass painting techniques, including neihua, a unique art form that involves painting intricate designs inside bottles. The market is committed to blending culture, commerce and tourism to serve both Chinese and international visitors.

Culture Art Traditional Crafts Cultural Gateway

2 months ago

HK Embraces Bianzhong: Cultural Ambassador Aims to Ignite International Music Scene

China Daily

Hong Kong's Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra is set to perform a concert on National Day, featuring Chinese music works played by bianzhong, an ancient Chinese percussion instrument. The orchestra hopes to promote Chinese music on the international stage and is seeking funding opportunities to expand its influence.

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2 months ago

HK Embraces Bianzhong: Cultural Ambassador Aims to Ignite International Music Scene

China Daily

Hong Kong's Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra is set to perform a concert on National Day, featuring Chinese music works played by bianzhong, an ancient Chinese percussion instrument. The orchestra hopes to promote Chinese music on the international stage and is seeking funding opportunities to expand its influence.

Culture Music Arts International Relations

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Surge in holiday visitors boosts HK business prospects

China Daily

By STEPHY ZHANG in Hong Kong | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-10-08 07:58 A view of the Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong. Following a 36.1 percent surge in visitors during the weeklong National Day holiday, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region's government and business community are hoping that year-round inbound travel numbers and consumer spending will bounce back to pre-COVID …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

App takes people traveling through time in Hong Kong

China Daily

Stephen Law Kwok Hing, managing director of Gateway Cuisine, scans a QR code to use the City in Time app on his mobile phone. Law was viewing this scene of the past through a special app, called "City in Time", a cultural and creative tourism project launched in 2021 by the Tourism Commission of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Discovering oriental aesthetics in Hong Kong dance drama

China Daily

The Rite of Springis a great piece of classical music. Accompanied by the music of composer Igor Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring, nearly 20 Hong Kong dancers showcased the charm of the "shared origin of martial arts and dance" through Chinese martial arts including Tai Chi, Tuishou and Sanda. Miranda Chin, artistic director of Hong Kong-based Miranda Chin Dance Company, …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Prestigious award celebrates Hong Kong Ballet

China Daily

Scenes from The Nutcracker — A Hong Kong Adventure. The Nutcracker — A Hong Kong Adventure directed by Septime Webre, artistic director of the Hong Kong Ballet, received the prestigious Star of Outstanding Award at UNESCO's 2024 Global Awards for World Heritage Education Innovative Cases. This significant accolade celebrates the company's dedication to reimagining a renowned masterpiece by infusing it …

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5 months ago

Hong Kong drinks up Asia's best bar awards

China Daily

Bar Leone Hong Kong's Bar Leone made history on Tuesday by debuting at the top of Asia's 50 Best Bars list. This achievement marks the fourth consecutive year that a Hong Kong bar has been named the region's best, solidifying the city's status as Asia's mixology capital. The Hong Kong Tourism Board proudly partnered with Asia's 50 Best Bars to …

Hong Kong Bar Bar Leone

5 months ago

Hong Kong drinks up Asia's best bar awards

China Daily

Bartenders group photo "To be recognized as the best in Asia is a true testament to the unwavering passion and relentless drive of our crew. We are beyond blessed to call Hong Kong home and will continue pouring our hearts into creating an experience that does justice to this remarkable city that we love," Antinori said. The 2024 list of …

Hong Kong Bar

5 months ago

Hong Kong drinks up Asia's best bar awards

China Daily

Bartenders group photo "To be recognized as the best in Asia is a true testament to the unwavering passion and relentless drive of our crew. We are beyond blessed to call Hong Kong home and will continue pouring our hearts into creating an experience that does justice to this remarkable city that we love," Antinori said. The 2024 list of …

Hong Kong Bar

5 months ago

Hong Kong drinks up Asia's best bar awards

China Daily

Bar Leone Hong Kong's Bar Leone made history on Tuesday by debuting at the top of Asia's 50 Best Bars list. This achievement marks the fourth consecutive year that a Hong Kong bar has been named the region's best, solidifying the city's status as Asia's mixology capital. The Hong Kong Tourism Board proudly partnered with Asia's 50 Best Bars to …

Hong Kong Kong Hong Bar Leone Bars List

5 months ago

Hong Kong drinks up Asia's best bar awards

China Daily

Bar Leone Hong Kong's Bar Leone made history on Tuesday by debuting at the top of Asia's 50 Best Bars list. This achievement marks the fourth consecutive year that a Hong Kong bar has been named the region's best, solidifying the city's status as Asia's mixology capital. The Hong Kong Tourism Board proudly partnered with Asia's 50 Best Bars to …

Hong Kong Bar Kong Hong Bar Leone

5 months, 1 week ago

My kind of stories

China Daily

The Golden Octopus, the tale of a boy who finds a magic pass that can teleport him to a variety of Hong Kong locations, was developed by the Chatteris Educational Foundation. "Absolutely," says Jack Weetman, a former English teacher with the Hong Kong Education Bureau and brother of the Chatteris CEO. Even 10 years ago, people "didn't read books on …

Children Reading English Books Hong Kong Young China Daily

5 months, 1 week ago

My kind of stories

China Daily

The Golden Octopus, the tale of a boy who finds a magic pass that can teleport him to a variety of Hong Kong locations, was developed by the Chatteris Educational Foundation. "Absolutely," says Jack Weetman, a former English teacher with the Hong Kong Education Bureau and brother of the Chatteris CEO. Even 10 years ago, people "didn't read books on …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Cultural feast unveiled at Binzhou exhibition hall in Hong Kong

China Daily

People create shell porcelain artwork. On June 29, the Binzhou themed exhibition hall was unveiled at Victoria Park in Hong Kong ahead of the 27th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland. The exhibition showcased the unique charm and cultural confidence of Binzhou, offering Hong Kong residents a cultural feast. At the heart of the exhibition hall stands a …

Hong Kong Binzhou

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Cultural feast unveiled at Binzhou exhibition hall in Hong Kong

China Daily

People create shell porcelain artwork. On June 29, the Binzhou themed exhibition hall was unveiled at Victoria Park in Hong Kong ahead of the 27th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland. The exhibition showcased the unique charm and cultural confidence of Binzhou, offering Hong Kong residents a cultural feast. At the heart of the exhibition hall stands a …

Hong Kong Binzhou

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Cultural feast unveiled at Binzhou exhibition hall in Hong Kong

China Daily

People create shell porcelain artwork. On June 29, the Binzhou themed exhibition hall was unveiled at Victoria Park in Hong Kong ahead of the 27th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland. The exhibition showcased the unique charm and cultural confidence of Binzhou, offering Hong Kong residents a cultural feast. At the heart of the exhibition hall stands a …

Hong Kong Binzhou

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Cultural feast unveiled at Binzhou exhibition hall in Hong Kong

China Daily

People create shell porcelain artwork. On June 29, the Binzhou themed exhibition hall was unveiled at Victoria Park in Hong Kong ahead of the 27th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland. The exhibition showcased the unique charm and cultural confidence of Binzhou, offering Hong Kong residents a cultural feast. At the heart of the exhibition hall stands a …

Hong Kong Exhibition Hall Binzhou Feast Unveiled

6 months, 1 week ago

Town set to redefine cultural tourism in Beidaihe

China Daily

Works of Zhang Zhanzhan will be shown at his exhibition at Butong Art Town. Beidaihe, a renowned summer retreat by the Bohai Bay in Hebei province, is poised to unveil the innovative Butong Art Town, a groundbreaking public art project designed to offer unparalleled cultural and immersive tourism experiences to visitors. The grand inauguration of the town will feature a …

Art Town Beidaihe Butong Art Town

6 months, 1 week ago

Town set to redefine cultural tourism in Beidaihe

China Daily

Works of Zhang Zhanzhan will be shown at his exhibition at Butong Art Town. Beidaihe, a renowned summer retreat by the Bohai Bay in Hebei province, is poised to unveil the innovative Butong Art Town, a groundbreaking public art project designed to offer unparalleled cultural and immersive tourism experiences to visitors. The grand inauguration of the town will feature a …

Art Town Beidaihe Butong Art Town

6 months, 3 weeks ago

China-US tourism to fly high with stronger cooperation

China Daily

Visitors from home and abroad attend a traditional music performance at the theme block. Kevin Yeung Yun-hung, secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government, says since the cross-border tourism industry resumed in February last year, about 800,000 American travelers have visited Hong Kong. A center for cultural, artistic and educational exchanges between China …

Culture Tourism International China Hong Kong Sun Chinese

6 months, 3 weeks ago

China-US tourism to fly high with stronger cooperation

China Daily

Visitors from home and abroad attend a traditional music performance at the theme block. Kevin Yeung Yun-hung, secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government, says since the cross-border tourism industry resumed in February last year, about 800,000 American travelers have visited Hong Kong. A center for cultural, artistic and educational exchanges between China …

Culture Tourism International China Hong Kong Sun Kong

6 months, 3 weeks ago

China-US tourism to fly high with stronger cooperation

China Daily

Visitors from home and abroad attend a traditional music performance at the theme block. Kevin Yeung Yun-hung, secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government, says since the cross-border tourism industry resumed in February last year, about 800,000 American travelers have visited Hong Kong. A center for cultural, artistic and educational exchanges between China …

Culture Tourism International China Hong Kong Sun Chinese

6 months, 3 weeks ago

In pricey Hong Kong, residents flock to China for cheaper dining, shopping

Al Jazeera

Shenzhen is attracting Hong Kongers in droves with its superior entertainment options at a fraction of the cost. Hong Kong, China – Hong Kong resident Mimi Lau regularly heads to Shenzhen to grab a meal with friends or go shopping in one of the Chinese megacity’s many upscale malls. Hong Kong residents made 53 million trips over the border to …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Visitors flock to celebrate Hong Kong's unique Bun Festival

China Daily

The Bun Festival, one of Hong Kong's most colorful cultural celebration events, has been on China's national list of intangible cultural heritage since 2011. On Wednesday, Cheung Chau, a small island south of Hong Kong island, was chock-a-block with people celebrating the Bun Festival, an annual traditional cultural event in the city. At 1:30 pm local time, the "piu sik" …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Exhibition of ancient bronzes in Hong Kong illuminates culture, history

China Daily

A bronze zun, a drinking vessel, exhibited at the Hong Kong Museum of History. pondered Chun, assistant curator of the Hong Kong Museum of History, as she and her colleagues crafted plans for the first exhibition of the General History of China Series. One year later, more than 150 sets of cultural relics from 15 institutions in eight cities in …

History Hong Kong Bronze Chinese Kong Hong Henan

7 months, 1 week ago

Exhibition of ancient bronzes in Hong Kong illuminates culture, history

China Daily

A bronze zun, a drinking vessel, exhibited at the Hong Kong Museum of History. pondered Chun, assistant curator of the Hong Kong Museum of History, as she and her colleagues crafted plans for the first exhibition of the General History of China Series. One year later, more than 150 sets of cultural relics from 15 institutions in eight cities in …

History Hong Kong Bronze Chinese Kong Hong Henan

7 months, 1 week ago

Exhibition of ancient bronzes in Hong Kong illuminates culture, history

China Daily

A bronze zun, a drinking vessel, exhibited at the Hong Kong Museum of History. pondered Chun, assistant curator of the Hong Kong Museum of History, as she and her colleagues crafted plans for the first exhibition of the General History of China Series. One year later, more than 150 sets of cultural relics from 15 institutions in eight cities in …

Hong Kong Bronze Chinese Hong Henan Chun Cultural Relics

8 months ago

HK expects a holiday tourism boom

China Daily

Tourism in Hong Kong is expected to get a shot in the arm during the Chinese mainland's May Day holiday, with the city planning to launch a raft of activities and strengthen collaboration with the mainland to attract visitors. Hong Kong anticipates welcoming about 800,000 mainland visitors during the five-day holiday, beginning on May 1, up 30 percent year-on-year, said …

Hong Kong Mainland Kong Hong

8 months, 2 weeks ago

HK shoppers flocking north for bargains, fun and food

China Daily

Hong Kong tourists enter the West Kowloon Station to take a high-speed train to the mainland. WANG FENG/XINHUA Mainland tourists During this year's two sessions — the annual meetings of the National People's Congress, the country's top legislature, and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee, the country's top political advisory body — improving Hong Kong's tourism industry featured …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

2nd Hong Kong pop culture festival to open on April 6

China Daily

The logo of the Hong Kong Pop Culture Festival. HONG KONG - The second Hong Kong Pop Culture Festival will open on Saturday, featuring over 20 activities that take people on a journey chronicling the development of Hong Kong's pop culture, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government said on Friday. The HKSAR government hopes that Hong Kong's pop culture …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

2nd Hong Kong pop culture festival to open on April 6

China Daily

The logo of the Hong Kong Pop Culture Festival. HONG KONG - The second Hong Kong Pop Culture Festival will open on Saturday, featuring over 20 activities that take people on a journey chronicling the development of Hong Kong's pop culture, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government said on Friday. The HKSAR government hopes that Hong Kong's pop culture …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Classic clothing hurrayed in Hong Kong

China Daily

Hanfu lovers browse for snacks at a fair celebrating Spring Festival in Hong Kong on Feb 4. ZHU WEI/XINHUA A birthday surprise is not easy to come by for 90-year-old Wong, having lived through the majority of the length and breadth of human experience, but dressing up in traditional Chinese hanfu this year came as a welcome treat. Li Na, …

Hong Kong Chinese Hanfu Clothing Hurrayed

8 months, 3 weeks ago

Classic clothing hurrayed in Hong Kong

China Daily

Hanfu lovers browse for snacks at a fair celebrating Spring Festival in Hong Kong on Feb 4. ZHU WEI/XINHUA A birthday surprise is not easy to come by for 90-year-old Wong, having lived through the majority of the length and breadth of human experience, but dressing up in traditional Chinese hanfu this year came as a welcome treat. Li Na, …

Hong Kong Chinese Hanfu

8 months, 3 weeks ago

Classic clothing hurrayed in Hong Kong

China Daily

Hanfu lovers browse for snacks at a fair celebrating Spring Festival in Hong Kong on Feb 4. ZHU WEI/XINHUA A birthday surprise is not easy to come by for 90-year-old Wong, having lived through the majority of the length and breadth of human experience, but dressing up in traditional Chinese hanfu this year came as a welcome treat. Li Na, …

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