Zolima’s Picks: Indie Bookshops on HK Island and in the NT
From Peng Chau to Sai Kung, by way of Wan Chai, these shops offer fascination selections of books and creative spaces for the community to gather...
Peng Chau
Unswerving Loyalty: Kwan Tai, Hong Kong’s God of Brotherhood
How a warrior revered for his loyalty became one of Hong Kong's most respected deities. ...
Chair Island: The Story Behind Peng Chau’s DIY Street Furniture
Why are there so many chairs scattered around this quirky Hong Kong Island?...
Escape the Pandemic Crowds on the Chi Ma Wan Trail
Fellow hikers are rare on this long Lantau trail. What isn’t: spectacular scenery and historical points of interest...
Slow Hong Kong: A City via 22 Ferries and 28 Ports
The joy of riding Hong Kong's ferries....
The Cryptozoology of Hong Kong, Part III: Dragons and Their Evil Counterpart
Dragons are the apex of Chinese mythical creatures. Here's how they manifest themselves in Hong Kong....
The Cryptozoology of Hong Kong, Part I: Qilins
How much do you know about qilins, one of the most common of Hong Kong's mythical creatures?...
Peng Chau: Hong Kong’s Most Relaxed Island Community
There is really no big reason to go to Peng Chau, a small island off the coast of Hong Kong. It doesn’t have a record-setting Buddha statue or an exciting bun festival like the other islands around the region. But......
Love of Paint: One of the Last Ceramic Artists in Hong Kong
No one thought the humble Chiu Kee Ceramic Factory would become as well known as it is today. Ten years ago, the owners hit retirement age and were considering closing up shop for good. Besides, the hand-painted cups and bowls weren’t selling enough to cover the rent of the shop. Today, the little workshop […]...