Hong Kong’s love affair with Japanese cuisine is indisputable, and its affection for omakase has grown rapidly in recent years. Authorizing the chef to do the thinking for them, discerning epicures have to trust that the veteran not only has an eye for fresh and high-quality ingredients but also possesses the knowledge and skill to … Continue reading Seasonal Sensation
When I found YVR on my roster, I was delighted even though Vancouver flights are known to be tough. Since the Hong Kong government imposed stricter Covid rules on aircrew last year, I could only fly to China and my last long-haul journey was eight months ago. With the social-distancing restrictions in other countries being … Continue reading My First Long-Haul Flight in 2022 (Video)
Built during the late 19th century and home to Hong Kong’s last four functioning street lamps powered by town gas, the historic Duddell Street Steps in Central have been an iconic backdrop for Cantonese movies and TV dramas for decades. Not only have the enduring gas lanterns played a significant part in the local filmmaking … Continue reading Steps in Italian-French Gastronomy
A majority part of the world has already lifted all the social distancing and travel restrictions. But Hong Kong still has rather strict rules in the hope of minimizing Covid cases, including hotel quarantine for seven days for all inbound flyers (for cabin crew, we are even required to submit a report tracking our activities … Continue reading A Glimpse of Art Basel HK 2022 (Video)
Flight delay is very normal in China because of the air control and restrictions. Even if all the passengers are on board, we wouldn’t be surprised if we are required to wait for an hour or two before the plane is allowed to take off. However, things have become more complicated since Covid. During transit, … Continue reading My Longest Flight Delay in Shanghai (Video)
Hong Kong’s dining scene has been battered by stringent Covid-19 restrictions amid the current wave of infections, but this hasn’t stopped chef Saito Chau, previously of John Anthony, Dim Sum Library, and Hutong, from dishing up a luxurious culinary delight at Chinesology, a modern Chinese restaurant and bar newly-opened by Mira Dining at Central’s IFC mall. Having … Continue reading Redefining a Chinese Culinary Legacy
At 5200 meters above sea level, my breath was short and shallow, and I had to make sure my movement was slow and cautious. Surrounding me was a mountain series draped in wonderful strips of colors – red, yellow, green, blue - and it’s aptly called the Rainbow Mountain, located in the Andes of Peru. … Continue reading Rainbow Mountain – A Hike of Will
Seated on a reclined business class seat, with a cup of green tea in my hand, and watching the DC superhero movie Wonder Woman, I was contented and feeling fortunate that I could fly back from New York to Hong Kong as a passenger. We have a name for this kind of duty - PX. … Continue reading What Flight Attendants Do on Cargo Flights? (Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T958r427cQQ&t=99s Despite only having a few Covid cases in the community, Hong Kong is arguably one of the strictest cities in the world for quarantine. Vaccinated or not, people arriving in HK from other countries would have to quarantine 14 or 21 days in a designated hotel. Previously, we, aircrew, were exempted from the two-week … Continue reading Two-Day Hotel Quarantine in NYC (Video)
As winter comes with a new wave of Covid-19 cases, it’s no surprise that many countries and cities have imposed or considered lockdown restrictions. With our experience last year, we know that being stuck at home for weeks can be torturing and it often takes a toll on our mental health. Since the pandemic, I … Continue reading 7 Steps to Build a Routine During Lockdown
Crystal on the journey 