2017

An eclectic mix of old and new, Sheung Wan is a perfect hub for all the good eats Hong Kong has to offer. And with our fair city getting more health conscious by the day, this gateway district is becoming a destination for plant-based…
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It can be hard to get (or remain) motivated at the gym. If you don't know what you're doing or feel like you're not getting enough out of your exercise routine, one of the most successful ways to improve your health and fitness is by hiring…
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Unfiltered. Raw. As real as it gets. In wine-speak, it's called natural. Made without chemical, sulfites, and with minimal technological intervention (or low-intervention) in growing grapes, the natural wine scene has exploded in recent…
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My first ever attempt with a cloth nappy was a disaster. A total disaster. There was mess everywhere. And by mess, of course I mean poo. There was poo everywhere. Determined to do better the next time I gorged on Pinterest, Google and…
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Scrolling through social media, I love stopping to watch cute animals on The Dodo. Lovable, lighthearted, and highly shareable, it's a great outlet for animal lovers (such as myself) to watch and feel all the fuzzies. At times, emotionally…
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In recent years, a movement called 'Quantified Self' has been gaining ground. The idea is to use all kinds of available technology- including the latest science and medical advancements- to track and measure all the factors that lead to…
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A place for women and children to take in nature's surroundings, to restore balance within each individual's relationship to the Earth and with others of like-mind, the third odyssey of The Garden Gathering returned to Hong Kong this…
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   #PLANTCOLLAB Grassroots Pantry and Green Common are finally teaming up - starting October 23, Chef Peggy Chan's Hollywood Road eatery will serve up the world-changing Beyond Meat Burger with a Sichuan…
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Shukyi Yun was born in Hong Kong and moved to England when she was six years old. Growing up in a traditional Chinese household, her upbringing was immersed with her motherland's culture and rituals: she consumed herbs for colds and soups…
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It's all about your diet, how much do you know about the nutrients in your food, WHO shares increase in childhood obesity and more...
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Eat fat to lose fat. Yes, you read that right. If you’re looking for a diet that defies all the rules you have been given since childhood staying away from fat and counting calories, you might want to look into the ketogenic diet, aka…
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Jasmine Nunns has spent her life outdoors: exploring the woods, playing freely in nature as a youth, and seeking out Mother Earth for life's quandaries as an adult. "I would go outside whenever I had a question, when I was confused,…
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Hong Kong's Green Queen, Sonalie, spends some time with Chief Wanderess Jessica Kiely from Wanderess Beauty and shares her journey to health and wellness and how it has transformed her life.
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My name is BoBo Chow and I am the founder of Happy Vegan Cook. I became a vegan in March of 2016, after I lost my father to suicide. It was the darkest time of my life, I almost gave up...but I received support from all directions and…
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As the heat index begins to wane and the autumn breeze ushers in our favorite season, we can't help but notice the sheer number of races popping up all over Hong Kong. It seems the city is in the midst of race boom with events packed full…
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Navigating through life can feel like being lost at sea; some days, you're drowning beneath the waves, while other days, you're dying from the thirst. Going through big life adjustments like a career change, or more regular challenges like…
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Fitness and proper eating go hand-in-hand. As the adage goes: abs are made in the kitchen, and if you're going to train hard, you bet your buns there are going to be a lot of green veggies, an array of good carbs and high-quality lean meats…
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Food just seems to taste better when you know an establishment is looking to feed you healthy, toxin-free, locally grown ingredients that can support both the community and your body. That's been the mission of Sohofama since day one: a…
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These past few years has seen a surge in the zero waste movement. Brought on by activists like Bea Johnson of Zero Waste Home, Celia Ristow of Litterless, and our hometown heroes, no-waste markets have been popping up all over the country.…
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Being outdoors is fundamental to our wellbeing. The sunshine, with its boost of serotonin, cheers you up. Studies have shown that taking a walk outside could improve short-term memory. We've written about how essential being out in nature…
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Eating gluten-free can be tough, especially if you don't know how. Whether you're just learning to navigate restaurants or trying to cook for a gluten-intolerant loved one, let's face it, Hong Kong isn't always the ideal place to lead a…
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