Editor’s Letter

THREE’S A CHARM

Istarted working for Liv in October 2018. In the three years that it has been since I joined the team, I’ve learned more than I thought possible about health and wellness in Asia. And I can honestly say that one of my favourite parts of the job - besides writing punny headlines - is getting the chance to learn about and support Hong Kong’s small businesses.

Last year, we leaned into that idea by launching our first Wellness & Lifestyle Awards. We asked readers to nominate and vote for their favourite people and brands - and we were so floored by the incredible response that we couldn’t help but do it again! This year, we received a staggering 62,000 votes across 50 categories. The WLA Class of 2021 represents 150 of the most talented, passionate and enterprising names in Hong Kong’s wellness landscape right now, and as a homegrown media outlet, we’re delighted to showcase them to our readers. Learn more about the awards and some of this year’s winners on p.20.

This month, you might also notice a new face on the masthead… We’re very lucky to have Ziggy Makant, one of Hong Kong’s most entertaining, knowledgeable and honest mumfluencers joining our team as our new FitFam contributor. Ziggy’s a personal trainer, mum of two, and former Liv cover girl, when she graced our pages to get real about social media back in May 2020. Check out her inaugural column over on p.40.

We’re also launching a brand new section, Eco/Conscious, spearheaded by Tanya Parmanand. This column is all about giving back to the community, highlighting impactful leaders, organisations and events that make our city a better place - whether it’s a social enterprise, charity, or eco-friendly initiative! Read more on p.14.

Have a great October, and please remember that Halloween candy is a legitimate form of self-care.

CARLA THOMAS

EDITOR

MEET OUR CONTRIBUTORS

Meet Ziggy Makant: mum of two, personal trainer, and our new FitFam columnist! This month, she’s tackling how to instill a more positive body image in our kids on p.40.

Kate Springer visits the new and revitalised Central Market on p.36, to scope out all the best homeware brands on offer.

Welcome Tanya Parmanand! Another new Liv contributor, Tanya will be penning our Eco/Conscious column every month - check it out on p.14!

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