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Spooky season is officially upon us, while there may not be any ghosts around - this year is terrifying enough.

Our dining editor Apple Lee met Hong Kong’s favourite pizza man Al Morales this month and had a sneak peek inside his newly refurbished shop in Sai Kung. Read all about his plans for the future in our cover story (page 20).

Local resident and much loved contributor to Sai Kung Magazine Tara Smyth is sadly leaving the town at the end of October, returning back to England. After 20 years in Sai Kung, Tara has really made her mark - read all about her time here in our news section (page 12).

It wouldn’t be an October issue without a ghost story. This month’s Sai Kung secrets (page 29) tells the tale behind Bride’s Pool - a scenic hiking trail with a dark past.

With three public holidays, I hope this month brings you some much needed rest and relaxation before we charge on to Christmas.

things we love this month...

Monsoon season

Not the sheer amount of rain we got last month, but the delicious new Kowloon side restaurant Monsoon. Its tropical decor, fruity cocktails and Southeast Asian flavours will transport you to the white sandy beaches of Thailand, perfect for these travel free months.

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Hipsteaders

The pandemic has given birth to a new type of species in Sai Kung, the hipsteader. This individual celebrates a ‘simpler’ time when rural life was the norm. They shop at farmer’s markets and bulk stores, make hand-sewn masks and bake sourdough what a time to be alive.

Covid-19 update

As Sai Kung Magazine goes to print we have done our best to keep our content as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but life under Covid-19 regulations means things tend to change, often from day-to-day. Please check with local businesses for operation hours and services available and remember, stay safe.

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Thank you to our contributors

Leanne Hong

Joining the Hong Kong Living team this month, Leanne is a final year student from The University of Hong Kong majoring in English studies and art history. She paid a visit to Sai Kung earlier to capture all your merry faces and some adorable puppies.

Al Morales

Pizza shop legend Al Morales graces our cover this month as he reveals the Sai Kung Paisano’s new look. Find out the secret to his success and what makes a great pizza in this month’s cover story.

paisanos.com.hk Debby Chan

Debby Chan Ka Lam is the new District Councillor for Sai Kung Islands. She embraces the town’s diversity and strives for a more sustainable community. Check out what the Council has been up to this month in our ask Debby column.

Ron Yung

Senior Inspector Ron Yung joined the Sai Kung Police Force late last year and is happy to be in town. He gives us the lowdown on crime in the area over the past

few weeks in our monthly police blotter.

Rory Mackay

Avid hiker and thrill-seeker Rory Mackay owns adventure company Wild Hong Kong. This month he kayaked over to picturesque Double Haven for our Big Day Out. Read all about his adventure in this month’s big day out. wildhongkong.com

Gordon Cumings

DJ and owner of waterfront store Ventuno, Gordan has swapped his partying days for a life in our laid back town. Read all about his adventures and how he has been coping with the recent pandemic in this month’s five minutes with interview.