The List #229, Jan 1 2015

Issue 229 1 January 2015

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CONTENTS

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05 Editor’s Letter

Beauty and Wellness

We love these organic, handmade soaps from 8 Femmes.

06 Guestlist

Scarlet Woman

“Carmen” makes its debut in Hong Kong.

08 Wishlist

Trendwatch

Shop for handmade goodies at Sooq, a new online marketplace for Hongkongers.

Lookbook

Tale Hagelsteen of Scandi fashion label Chicameo talks chai tea, Laura Mercier and her favorite piece from her new collection.

What’s In

Check out the surprisingly chic offerings from good old M&S.

14 Feature

Clean Up Your Act

Want to start living a cleaner lifestyle?

Here’s what you need to know.

50 Baby Pak choi

Being a Parent Makes You Crazy

Managing Editor Sarah Fung finds that parenthood, while filled with joy, is driving her nuts.

KNOW & TEL

Superfoods p.20

Organic Food Shops p.26

Chemical-Free Kids p.32

Juice Cleanses p.36

Guilt-free Fashion p.40

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Let’s Clean Up Suffering from gluttony fatigue after the festive season?

Trust me—you’re not alone. In order to counter the excesses of December, we’ve put together The List’s guide to clean living in Hong Kong—that means eating fresh food that’s free from pesticides and hormones; reducing our chemical load by switching to natural cleaning supplies and body care products; and generally being a smarter, more earth-friendly consumer.

editor’s letter

In our cover story, Clean Up Your Act (p.14), we speak to the Green Queen (www.greenqueen.com.hk) ladies to find out what “clean” really means, and bring you some simple tips on how to work toward a cleaner lifestyle.

Then, it’s onto our Know & Tel listings. First up: restock your fridge with these organic food shops (p.26)—you’ll find hormone-free, grass-fed meats, locally sourced organic veggies and imported pantry essentials. You’ll also find ethical, earth-friendly fashion options on p.40, as well as organic, all-natural clothing, food and toiletries for kids on p.32.

But that’s not all: we’ve also got all-natural skincare brands (p.34), organic and biodynamic wine suppliers (p.42) and even gadgets to help you eliminate harmful chemicals and allergens from your home (p.27).

Want to kick your detox up a notch? Try a juice cleanse (p.36) or simply pile on the nutrients with these new superfoods (p.20). After reading about all those delicious juices, I’m seriously considering a gentle, veggie-packed cleanse this January—well, perhaps I’ll hold off until Chinese New Year is over. Can’t skimp on those White Rabbit candies!

Here’s to a healthy and earth-friendly 2015!

Sarah Fung

Get in Touch I’d love to hear from you! E-mail me: sarah.fung@hkmagmedia.com Find me on Twitter: @sarahefung

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Make a Date Our picks for the month

Jan 2-4

Jan 12

Lady in Red

Fill the Voidz

The world famous Antonio Gades Company flamenco troupe will grace Hong Kong with three performances of “Carmen”—the ultimate gypsy femme fatale—set to Gades’ acclaimed original choreography. The dance is based on the original novella by Prosper Mérimée and is a tale of Romani bandits, romance, jealousy, and many, many confusing Spanish names.

Julian Casablancas of The Strokes comes to town with his other band, The Voidz. The singer-songwriter started the side project in 2013 and has since played Coachella and Lollapallooza, among others.

Jan 2-3, 8:15pm; Jan 4, 3pm. Grand Theatre, Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui. $180-520 from www.urbtix.hk

8pm. AsiaWorld-Expo, Chek Lap Kok. $480-680 from www.hkticketing.com

Jan 25

Race Ya! Weren’t quick enough to register for the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon? Then maybe it’s not for you anyway... The annual race is one of the biggest spectator events of the year— so line the route and see the fit and the foolish hit the tarmac.

Race starts at Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, with turning points at Tsing Ma Bridge and Ting Kau Bridge; ends at Victoria Park, Causeway Bay

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Guestlist

Jan 30-31

Sing a Salonga The original Miss Saigon, Fantine of “Les Misérables,” and Disney diva extraordinaire Lea Salonga returns to perform with the HK Philharmonic.

Together with her brother, Gerard Salonga, she’ll perform some of her greatest hits, and a couple of new numbers too.

Spotted!

A Taste for the Arts Dec 4

Concert Hall, Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui. $200-580 from www.urbtix.hk

Through March

Spot the Birdie Why not try something new on your days off in 2015? The annual Hong Kong Bird Watching Festival at the Wetland Park offers you a chance to check out the migratory birds that make Hong Kong their home over winter. There are also guided tours, workshops and lectures.

Hong Kong Wetland Park, Wetland Park Rd., Tin Shui Wai, 3152-2666. $30 at the door

The List’s sister publication HK Magazine hosted a party last month to celebrate the launch of “A Taste for the Arts,” a collaboration with Brim 28.

Restaurants and bars in the dining destination offered up nibbles and drinks, while guests were treated to live performances by the likes of indie singer Kevin Kaho Tsui and dancers from Studiodanz.

Brim 28, 1/F, Causeway Centre, 28 Harbour Rd., Wan Chai

Want to see your event featured here?

Send invitations to thelist@hkmagmedia.com

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A dose of Hong Kong style Hot Launch

Sooq it Up

Christmas may be over—but that doesn’t mean that online shopping has to stop! And we’ve got our eyes on Sooq, the new online marketplace that’s devoted to small businesses and handmade goodies crafted in Hong Kong and beyond.

Derived from “Souk” the Middle Eastern word for open-air market, Sooq is all about bringing a unique touch to your wardrobe and home with items from the likes of Louella Odié, Tiny Bitz and Sugar Snap Prints, plus the popular Lost My Name children’s books. We love the fact that many of the products can be personalized, so you’re adding that extra touch to a gift.

wishlist

Fashion Forecast This fortnight’s style digest

Cuddly Knits Snuggle into a cozy cable knit this January.

Hot

Trendwatch

$880 from Jack Wills

Skirting Around Make the New Year bright with this yellow wool wrap skirt. $990 from Cos

www.sooqcentral.com

Love Bugs A pretty ladybug scarf is spot on this season. $2,350 from Anna Coroneo @ Lane Crawford

Elbows Out This “off the elbows” look is a little off-putting.

Urban Outfitters

Design of the Times The arty K11 Design Store has undergone a fancy revamp for 2015, introducing several new high-profile brands as well as a cool workshop space where you can see the designs process take shape. New to the store is a popup for Jarre Technologies, the music and sound system creators behind the quirky AeroSkull speakers, plus a shop-within-a-shop for practical accessories brand Côte&Ciel. While in store, you can also get your pop art customized by Hong Kong interior designer Andrew Tsui, or attend a creative workshop such as soap-making. Count us in!

Shops 105 & 111, 1/F, K11 Art Mall, 18 Hanoi Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 3110-5898, www.k11designstore.com

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Fringe Effect Cut these fronds right outta your life.

Erbert Chong @ Lab Concept

NOT

Store Revamp

Lookbook

wishlist

Chloé Perfume My husband gave me this perfume several years back and I have continued to use it ever since. I love its fresh and elegant scent, and the bottle is truly feminine and fashionable. It looks great in the bathroom.

Laura Mercier Foundation Primer I got married a year ago and my wedding make-up artist used the amazing Laura Mercier foundation. I especially love the Radiance Bronze tone as it gives me a natural, warm summer glow.

Instagram My guilty pleasure is Instagram—I love it because it’s visual, fast and an easy way to share updates and little moments. As I’m in a visual line of work I use it a lot for Chicameo as well.

Tale Hagelsteen Tale Hagelsteen is one half of the team behind Scandinavian fashion label Chicameo, which specializes in a playful collection of mixed prints, bold colors and eye-catching embellishments. Tale shares her favorite things with The List.

Shop online at www.chicameo.com, or at Polkadot Boutique, 2/F, 29 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2521-0636

Nike and Spotify My Nike trainers and Spotify go hand in hand. I live close to Bowen Road and love to run there. I always use the radio function on Spotify so regardless of my mood I always have fresh, new music.

“Emilio Pucci” by Vanessa Friedman Emilio Pucci is one of my favorite designers, and this book lets you join him on his journey from the early beginnings. Not only is it filled with beautiful and inspiring images, but it is also written really well, giving you great insight into his magical fashion empire.

Chai Tea I can’t get enough of chai tea and need at least one cup a day. I don’t drink coffee, so this has become my addictive drink of the day. I love the chai tea from Harney & Sons with lots of milk and honey—yummy!

Myanmar Beach Bag I love travelling and wherever I go, I always try to bring back some memories from the trip. My latest find was a fun, colorful beach bag from Myanmar. Everything fits into this bag and it spices up any beach outfit!

Cashmere Embroidered Jacket My absolute favorite this season is this jacket from Chicameo. We spiced up a classic cashmere fitted jacket with hand-embroidered royal blue stitches, and personalized the sleeves with ribbons and pom-poms to make any workday or night out more fun.

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Beauty & Wellness Your guide to looking fit and fabulous

New Workout Fit for 2015

It has been an epic year for Epic MMA, with a big renovation followed by the introduction of a new women-only fitness regime. The List’s Kate Springer has been attending the eight-week program, dubbed Body Fit, since October. It aims to whip women into shape with six-day-a-week classes in weight training, Muay Thai and antigravity yoga—and we must say, it’s working. The workouts, combined with personalized meal plans and a biweekly body composition analysis, have been so well-received that Epic is launching loads of new sessions in 2015. Stay tuned for more womenfocused programs from this Central gym, as well as a new lineup of aerial arts and CrossFit classes.

Local Gem Clean and Green We recently stumbled across homegrown brand 8 Femmes Handmade Soap, which creates its products using all-natural ingredients, essential oils and a cold-press production method. Aimed at those with sensitive skin, 8 Femmes soaps are packed with zesty, aromatic ingredients such as ginger, peach, tea tree, lavender and rose. Not only are the soaps eco-friendly, but they are also squeaky clean of detergents and chemicals. Best part? If you’re throwing a baby shower or looking for wedding favors, you can make your very own bespoke suds.

Buy online from www.facebook.com/8femmes.handmade

$4,000 for eight-week program. 1/F, 29 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2525-2833, www.epicmma.com.

Hot Product

Tried & Tested

Add Oil

Ritzy Radiance

Last year, health and beauty fanatics made lots of noise about coconut oil— and the craze isn’t dying down anytime soon. With its nutty flavor, healthy fatty acids and moisture-boosting properties, coconut oil has become a staple in kitchens and beauty regimes alike. That’s thanks in part to its versatility: use it in lieu of olive oil for cooking, smear it on your skin as a moisturizer or leave it in your hair as a mask. Want to get your hands on some? Specializing in coconut products, Jax Coco recently introduced its own extra virgin centrifuged coconut oil ($220 for 440ml jar). You can order it online or pick up a jar at Sogo. store.jaxcoco.com

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The classy sky-high spa at the Ritz-Carlton has a new winter special, the Tri-Radiant Boost treatment, which will be on the menu through 2015. The List’s Kate Springer recently kicked back for the 110-minute service from Espa, which starts with an uplifting body massage and finishes off with a firming facial. The whole treatment revolves around the Optimal Body TriSerum and body cream, new formulas from Espa that combine aromatherapy and omega oils to fight against pigmentation and aging. After the treatment, you may feel like you’re walking a little bit lighter: it could be the serum or the power nap—who’s to say? But one thing’s for sure: you’ll want to get there early to enjoy the relaxation facilities and the miles-wide harbor view, which alone are worth the splurge.

From $2,400. 116/F, The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, International Commerce Center, 1 Austin Rd. West, West Kowloon, 2263-2040, www.ritzcarlton.com/hongkong

A Taste of Modern Living •DEMONSTRATION COURSES• Course

Instructor

Date

Course Fee

Chinese Homemade Cooking Mrs Anita Lam – Two-Hour Course

Wednesdays, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm (N.B.: No Class on 18 February, postpone)

Fee: Full Course of 6 lessons $540 or individual lesson $95

European Home Entertaining Mrs Clara Tse Menu

Starting: January 16 5 sessions once weekly Fridays, 10:30 am - 12:00 noon

Fee: Full Course $500 or individual lesson $110

•TWO – HOUR DEMONSTRATION COURSES• Course

Instructor

Date

Course Fee

Homestyle Kebabs

Mrs Rehana Sheikh January 5 (Monday) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

$90

Pakistani / Indian Samosas

Mrs Rehana Sheikh January 12 (Monday) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

$90

Best of Indian / Pakistani Breads

Mrs Rehana Sheikh January 19 (Monday) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

$90

•PRACTICAL COURSES• Course

Content

Instructor

Date

Tiramisú (PT/E/1)

Tiramisú

Mrs Clara Tse

January 9 (Friday) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Home Management Centre 10/F, Electric Centre 28 City Garden Road North Point, Hong Kong

For enquiry: 2510 2828 Website: www.hkelectric.com/hmc www.facebook.com/hmcfansclub

Course Fee $250

To view our course information, please scan here or download [Low Carbon App] in mobile.

What’s In Marks & Spencer

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1. Poncho

$659 2. Pinstripe Skirt

$499 3. Coat

$1,100 4. Sequin Dress

$1,300 5. Pearl Bracelet

$259

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6. Leather Gloves

$259 4

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7. Cross-body Bag

$499

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8. Knee-length Skirt

$399 9. Ankle Boots

$1,500 10. Blouse

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$529 11. Wool Trousers

$759

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12. Jumpsuit

$1,100

B-1/F, Central Tower, 22-28 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2921-8323

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Clean Up Your Act In fast-paced, pollution-heavy Hong Kong, we all need to safeguard our health in any way we can. Living a cleaner lifestyle can help us do just that. Sarah Fung asks Sonalie Figueiras and Tracy Turo, aka the Green Queens (www.greenqueen.com.hk) for some clean living tips.

The List: What exactly does “eating clean” and “living clean” mean?

Green Queens: The overall gist is that living “clean” means a more conscious approach to being healthy: To understand what you’re eating, what’s inside those dishes or the product you’re buying, where it’s coming from

Sonal

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left

and what it’s doing to your body. It’s about having a little bit more background, rather than being a passive consumer.

and lots of fruits and vegetables. The third way to look at “clean” is to look at the environmental impact. And still others will argue that being a vegetarian or a vegan is the cleanest way to eat.

The List: Which restaurants here offer the cleanest dining experiences?

GQ: We are a big fan of the IHM family when it comes to sourcing. Linguini Fini, Stone Nullah Do you know where your sushi is com ing from?

Tavern, Posto Pubblico—these restaurants make sure their vegetables are local and the meat is sustainably sourced. They make their own pasta; they make their own bread; they make their own mozzarella! That’s the kind of approach to food that I would call clean eating. Then there’s the vegan side of things, and you can’t have that conversation without mentioning chef Peggy of Grassroots Pantry. She has the cleanest restaurant in town from that point of view. For Asian clean options, there are places like Noodlemi that are trying to work with Asian flavors but be really fresh—no MSG, no preservatives and no extra stuff that you don’t know about.

The List: Any food suppliers that you think offer “clean” products?

GQ: For seafood, you really can’t beat South Stream Seafoods in terms of quality. There’s another great place called Wild C, which does frozen seafood from Iceland. Three Butchers is

Posto Pubblico is alll about sustainable suppers

a great online butchery for grass-fed beef and lamb. One of our favorite stores is Just Green.

It probably has the best selection of healthy

The List: What does that mean

stuff. There’s also Wah Kee Pork, a local pig

when it comes to food?

farm that sells its naturally reared British pork to

GQ: This is when the term needs to be defined

restaurants, although it can also sometimes be

in different ways for different people. For some

purchased from Homegrown Foods.

people, “clean” from a food point of view means how it’s sourced. Where’s the food coming from?

Is it organic? If it’s seafood, is it wild? If it’s meat, is it grass-fed? Another way to look at “clean” is

The List: All this clean eating is getting really expensive! Any tips on how to live clean on a budget?

from a nutritional perspective. For some, eating

GQ: One of the easiest ways to eat cleaner

clean is all about proteins, complex carbohydrates

is to eat less in general and create less food

The Green Queens Recommend: Restaurants Stone Nullah Tavern: 69 Stone Nullah Lane, Wan Chai, 3182-0128, www.stonenullahtavern.com Grassroots Pantry: 12-14 Fuk Sau Lane,

Food Suppliers

Noodlemi: 2 Bonham Strand,

Wild C:

Sheung Wan, 2253-1113,

www.wildc.hk

www.noodle-mi.com

South Stream Seafoods:

Posto Pubblico: 28 Elgin St., Central, 2577-7160, www.postopubblico.com

www.south-stream-seafoods.com Three Butchers: www.threebutchers.com

Sai Ying Pun, 2873-3353,

Linguini Fini:

www.grassrootspantry.com

49 Elgin St., Central, 2387-6338, www.linguinifini.com

Gonzalo Kosher Meat: www.gonzalo.hk A-Tao’s Vegetables: S18-19, Sai Ying Pun Wet Market, 45 Centre St., Sai Ying Pun, www.facebook.com/ ataosvegetables Just Green: Outlets citywide, including 52 Graham St., Central, 2801-5611, justgreen.com.hk Homegrown Foods: www.homegrownfoods.com.hk

Master pasta makers at Linguini Fini

www.facebook.com/wahkeefarm

waste. All your groceries get eaten and it’s

increasing number of local organic farms selling

better for the environment, too. You should

nutritious, seasonal vegetables with a low

also reduce your meat intake and buy better

carbon footprint. We love A-Tao in Sai Ying Pun

meat when you do have it. You don’t have

wet market.

to buy absolutely everything organic; thickskinned fruits and vegetables such as bananas

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Wah Kee Farm:

The List: If I can’t buy organic, what else can

and avocados are absolutely fine [check out

I look for to make healthier choices?

the Dirty Dozen and the Clean Fifteen, right].

GQ: One good way to know whether your food is

If you want to add more fish into your diet,

good or not is to look at where it’s coming from.

choose tinned oily fish such as mackerel and

For instance, countries such as Australia, France,

sardines, which are rich in omega-3 fatty acids

New Zealand and Canada have very stringent

and are sustainably sourced. Frozen fish is also

requirements for what can be sold to consumers,

cheaper than fresh chilled fish. And wherever

and therefore even the conventionally produced

you can, buy local vegetables. There are an

food is of a higher quality. If you have to buy

farmed fish, then choose fish from Tasmania or Iceland, while Norway is the No.1 place to avoid for farmed fish.

The Clean Fifteen Save your money; these foods are considered safe when

The List: What can I do to minimize

conventionally grown.

pollutants in my home?

Avocados

Brown Onions

Eggplant

GQ: The first thing you should do is get rid of

Sweet Corn

Asparagus

Grapefruit

your carpets and rugs, which trap dust and are

Pineapples

Mangoes

Cantaloupe

Cabbage

Papayas

Cauliflower

Frozen Sweet

Kiwi

Sweet Potatoes

very bad for anyone with allergies, sinus issues or asthma. You should also avoid using heavy solvent chemicals to clean your kitchen and your floors. You don’t need to use bleach, Cif and

Peas

Clorox every day. There are a hundred recipes you can make with vinegar and baking soda.

Pick unperfumed cleaners so as not to aggravate your lungs, and although it sounds counterintuitive with Hong Kong’s air pollution, open the windows and air your house out every day so you’re not breathing stale, recycled air.

The List: It all seems rather daunting. How

The Dirty Dozen (and then some)

can we make these living clean resolutions

These foods are considered to have high levels of pesticides;

and stick to them?

buy organic if you can.

GQ: If you want to move toward a cleaner lifestyle, don’t try to change everything overnight; it’s just like a diet—if it’s too extreme you’re not going to stick to it. Make a small change, and when that becomes second nature, change something else. For us, the most important thing you can do for your health

Apples

Spinach

Cherry Tomatoes

Strawberries

Sweet Bell

Snap Peas

Grapes

Peppers

Potatoes

Celery

Nectarines

Chili Peppers

Peaches

Cucumbers

Kale

is to throw out harsh cleaning products, cook at home more so you can control the quality of your ingredients, and buy fresh and local; avoid processed food and pre-prepared stuff.

A grass-fed cow is a happy cow

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20-24 Superfoods

Know & Tel Instant Index

26-31 Organic Produce 32-35 Chemical-free Kids 36-39 Juice Cleanses 40-43 Guilt-free Fashion

CONTACT US: On the following pages you’ll find a huge array of practical information. We cover more than 200 topics a year. Tell us what you need to know!

Email: thelist@hkmagmedia.com

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Photo: Jules/Flickr

Good grub

Photo: Eli Duke/Flickr

Superfoods

Where to buy? Find them at Organic Land’s Wan Chai store (181 Hennessy Road) or the Tsim Sha Tsui branch (100 Nathan Road).

Ginger

Pak Choi

Almonds are the Holy Grail of the nut world. They have more fiber and vitamin E than any other nut. These nutrients are proven to lower cholesterol and promote heart health. Not to mention they do wonders for your hair and skin.

How to eat? Use acai powder as an ingredient in fruity smoothies or yogurt.

Where to buy? You can find both acai berry juice and acai organic powder at Just Green stores citywide, justgreen.com.hk

How to eat? This one’s a no-brainer; almonds are the perfect snack to munch on all day to satisfy cravings. No work necessary! Almond butter is also increasingly popular; spread it on toast in the morning for a quick protein fix.

Where to buy? You can find ginger at most local grocery stores and wet markets.

Photo: Eli Duke/Flickr

Where to buy? An easy one. Almonds can be found at most grocery stores, including Wellcome and Park N Shop.

Chia Seeds With a nutty taste, chia seeds are the perfect source of fiber, calcium and heart-healthy omega-3. One benefit to this tiny superfood is that it can absorb up to 10 times its weight in liquid, promoting hydration. Who knew that so many nutrients could come in such a tiny package?!

How to eat? Eat the seeds raw poured over cereal, oatmeal or salads to add a nutty flavor. Also try using them to thicken puddings and stir-fries.

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How to eat? Ginger can be used in many ways: to make tea, to add to smoothies, or to add some flavor and seasoning.

Photo:Delphine

Almonds

Acai berries are bursting with antioxidants, amino acids and omega fatty acids, which all work together to slow the aging process by boosting immunity and the metabolism. In Brazil, these bad boys are called the “beauty berry.” The taste can be described as a rich mix of blackberries and raspberries with an oddly chocolatey flavor.

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Acai Berry

The ginger root has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Studies have proven that ginger is great for digestion and provides gastrointestinal relief. It can also be used as a remedy for a cold, flu and headaches. With a slightly bitter, spicy taste, ginger is a great ingredient for day-to-day cooking.

Goji Berries A true superfruit, goji berries are incredibly nutrient-dense and filled with antioxidants, vitamin C and betacarotene. They taste a little sour with a tangy sweetness. Studies show that these berries can boost the immune system and combat inflammation.

Some people even refer to the goji berry as the fountain of youth.

Count us in!

How to eat? Goji berries can be consumed in many ways, such as

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eating them dried or baking them into muffins, just like you would raisins or blueberries. You can even try putting them in some hot tea.

Where to buy? Purchase these berries at Health Gate: 8/F, Hung Yak Building, 106 Des Voeux Rd. Central.

How to eat? Depending on the variety, you can eat kelp in many ways. Try using Kombu kelp as a flavor enhancer for dashi, a cooking stock that is the base for miso soup.

Photo: Kake/Flickr

Photo: Antonio

Tajuela/Flickr

Where to buy? You can purchase a variety of kelp products, such as kelp noodles or kelp seasoning, online at www.lifeproject.hk.

Kefir Kefir is a fermented milk drink that contains beneficial bacteria, vitamins, minerals, amino acids and enzymes.

Kefir is similar in taste and texture to a tart yogurt, but has different microflora.

There are two types of kefir: the typical milk kefir and a dairy-free water kefir, which is fermented from kefir “grains.”

Where to buy? Green Vitamin has just started making delish organic berry- or pineapple-flavored water. Order online at www.greenvitamin.hk.

Known in ancient China as the “immortal health elixir,” Kombucha is a fermented mushroom tea packed with vitamin B, enzymes, probiotics and antioxidants. Depending on how long the tea is brewing, the flavor ranges from earthy and mild to tangy and vinegar-like. While the sour flavor may not be everyone’s cup of tea (so to speak), there is no denying that Kombucha has many health benefits.

Photo: Cara Faus/

Flickr

How to eat? You can either ferment your own tea using a Kombucha SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast), or you can buy a pre-made Kombucha drink.

Where to buy? Just Green sells pre-made Kombucha teas at its city-wide locations; find addresses at justgreen.com.hk

Kelp is a type of seaweed. This “king of the ocean” is chock-full of essential nutrients and fiber. This superfood has a salty, fresh flavor and is sometimes sold with additional seasonings to make it even tastier. Studies have shown that eating kelp may help prevent obesity, poor digestion and thyroid problems.

Pak choi is more than just a side veggie to accompany your char siu rice; it is in fact a superfood packed with fiber, antioxidants, vitamin C, vitamin K, beta-carotene and calcium. That’s a lot of nutrients!

How to eat? Pak choi can be boiled, steamed or sautéed. To make it even tastier, try cooking it in a stir-fry with garlic and ginger.

Wheatgrass juice contains more than 80 highly active live enzymes.

These are great for digestion, removal of harmful substances in the body, and for maintaining good health. It provides fiber, potassium, tons of vitamins and even protein. If you can get past the grassy flavor, a shot of wheatgrass every day will do wonders for your health.

How to eat? Just like a shot of tequila! Pour a serving of wheatgrass juice into a shot glass, brace yourself for an unpleasant taste, and throw it back. Bottoms up!

Where to buy? Green Vitamin is known for its wheatgrass juice, which can be purchased at Nood Food (2/F, Kinwick Centre, 32 Hollywood Rd., Central, 8199-8189) and Classified (Shop 107, 1/F The Pulse, 28 Beach Rd., Repulse Bay, 2351-3454).

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Pak Choi Kelp

Wheatgrass

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How to eat? Try milk kefir in place of yogurt for yogurt-based salad dressings, or sip on flavored water kefirs.

Kombucha

Where to buy? A perk to living in Asia is that pak choi can be found at pretty much every grocery store or wet market.

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Healthy Snacks Anything But Salads Mother Nature called, and Anything But Salads answered. Taking a host of nutrient-dense ingredients, ABS has created functional, synergistic, healthy snacks. Have a taste of its Life Rawnola ($149), which is made with ingredients such as almonds and buckwheat grout to make it rich in fiber and protein. For $55, you can improve your heart health (and allegedly your sex life) with the chocolate bars made from Peruvian chocolate and lion’s mane vanilla.

They’re packed with antioxidants for a healthy system. Be sure to check out the website for a crash course on superfoods, great recipes, and more.

14 Tai Ping Shan St., Sheung Wan, 6743-5000 www.anythingbutsalads.com

can search by brand. If you want to expand beyond pre-made bars and chips, there are also plenty of healthy groceries and raw ingredients, such as oils, butters and pastes, drinks, herbs and spices, dried fruit and more.

Alternatively, head straight to the “superfoods” section to get a hit of chia seeds, alfalfa sprouts and health supplements.

5808-8858, berrytime.com

Nood Food Pure Fitness’ all-natural and healthy snack bar offers gym-goers sustainable, eco-friendly and organic snacks and meals: from smoothies and coldpressed juices to sandwiches, salads and even sweet treats such as the coconut yogurt with raw granola, coconut cheesecake, and raw chocolate bars sweetened with palm sugar. Every dish has been made with wellness in mind, so you’ll find everything packed with superfoods such as kale, chia seeds and maca powder.

2/F, Kinswick Centre, 32 Hollywood Rd., Central, 8199-8189, www.allnood.com

Berrytime This Hong Kong-based startup is an online shop offering quality healthy snacks sourced from all over the world. You can search by dietary requirement—paleo, low-GI, high-fat, wild, raw or gluten-free—or, if you have something specific in mind, you

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Lux Discret For delicious and superfood-packed snacky bits, check out the offerings

by MIHK’s Guilty Pleasure range at online organic shop Lux Discret.

Made in partnership with raw food manufacturer Sesame Kitchen, you can find sweet and savory nibbles, such as granola, raw chocolate and crackers that are packed with goodness.

From flax and sunflower seeds to nori, goji berries and coconut sugar—and much more besides—there’s a health boost in every bite. The brand has also recently branched out into healthy hot

beverages, made with coconut butter, raw honey and organic tea leaves. www.luxdiscret.com

Snacking Bird Snacking Bird provides boxes packed with gourmet healthy snacks for a healthy pickme-up on a long working day. Each box contains an arrangement of snacks, from chewy fruit leathers and raw nut and seed bars to organic dark chocolate and kale chips, to name just a few. The boxes come pre-packed, or you can customize your own ($220-$550). If you have allergies or food intolerances, you can plump for items such as roasted chickpeas, which are perfect for those suffering from a nut allergy, or the gluten-free and vegan options, such as the Soma Bites, made with fig and wild citrus.

5598-2060, snackingbird.com

and fruits into a juice than you could normally eat whole in one sitting. Fresh, cold-pressed juices made up of largely vegetables (rather than fruit, which can spike your blood sugars) will flood your body with vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals at the cellular level.

However, a juice detox that contains no fiber is too extreme and will cause the toxins to be absorbed by the intestines, rather than eliminated from the body.

Personally, I recommend incorporating juice as a supplement to your day, or as part of a whole-food detox.

Food for Thought It’s a new year and we’re all fed up with Christmas indulgences. It’s time for a diet. But which health food trends are actually good for you? Kate Springer talks to the experts to sort fact from fad.

Meet the Experts • Registered dietitian Sally Shi-po Poon heads nutritional consultation clinic Personal Dietitian. www.personaldietitian. com.hk.

• Nutritionist and health coach Paula McQuillan runs Nourish Me Natural, which helps clients reach their diet and lifestyle goals. www.nourishmenatural.com

• A certified clinical nutritionist, Miles Price takes a holistic approach to nutrition in his work at Life Clinic and Joint Dynamics physio center. www.lifeclinic.com.hk; www.jointdynamics.com.hk.

Raw Food Raw food diets assert that cooking food kills the essential nutrients. But are raw foods a raw deal?

Paula McQuillan: If there is one thing that every nutrition expert will agree on, it’s that consuming fresh fruits and

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vegetables promotes health. Eating them in their natural, raw state means that their nutrients and enzymes are preserved, whereas cooking diminishes the nutritional value and also destroys natural enzymes, which help release nutrients. However, light cooking can make fibrous vegetables such as broccoli more palatable and digestible. I suggest to all my clients that they aim to eat as much of their food raw as possible, aiming for 80 percent.

Sally Shi-po Poon: You’ll probably lose weight on this diet, since many raw foods are low in calories, fat, and sodium, but high in fiber. It’s true that cooking can zap vitamins B and C, but there are drawbacks: you have to make sure you’re getting enough protein, iron, calcium, and other vitamins and minerals like B12. Plus, cooking isn’t all bad—it boosts some nutrients, like beta-carotene and lycopene, and kills bacteria, which helps avoid food poisoning. Due to the risk of food poisoning, this diet isn’t recommended for pregnant women, kids, seniors, those with weak immune systems, and those with chronic conditions like kidney disease.

Juice Detoxes In an effort to reach daily fruit and veggie quotas, many people have taken to the juicing craze. Are nutritionists on board?

PM: The theory behind juicing is that you can fit a great deal more vegetables

MP: Juice detoxes are popular because they’re easy to implement and there’s no thinking… just drink this! People who do this type of cleansing think they are doing their body good, but they could actually be inadvertently building up toxins as a result. Juice detoxes are fructose carbbased—for a more rounded approach, add some protein powder or protein pills together with mineral supplements.

Paleo Diets The Paleo Diet slashes grains and dairy from the diet, relying mostly on meats and greens instead. Do mankind’s ancient hunting and gathering habits hold their own today?

SSP: Paleo diets exceed the dietary guidelines for daily fat and protein intake and fall short on carbohydrate recommendations. The exclusion of whole grains, legumes and dairy can be risky as well, because these foods are nutrientrich and contain important vitamins and minerals, such as calcium and vitamin D. In fact, whole grains contain dietary fiber, which may help reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes.

PM: The Paleo Diet is ideal for anyone who wants to get healthier and remove all processed foods from their diet. It’s important to get a healthy balance of plant and animal foods—don’t fill up on meat at the expense of vegetables.

Although a true Paleo Diet eliminates grain products, many traditional cultures around the world have been consuming plant-based diets rich in whole grains for thousands of years.

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Green Dot Dot Green Dot Dot promotes environmentally friendly products by offering healthy and natural organic foods. It has a lot of Chinese options too, such as noodles, Chinese desserts, soups, sauce, marinades and soy milk. Also in-store are basic cooking ingredients and other items that are not genetically modified, contain no artificial preservatives or coloring and which contain no or low amounts of pesticides and chemical fertilizers.

It has more than 20 stores spread throughout Hong Kong, many of which are in MTR stations.

Outlets citywide, including Shop 23B, Hong Kong MTR Station, Central, 2147-3239, www.greendotdot.com Just Green

Green Vitamin Corner Block

Ecoland

Corner Block, formerly known as O2H, offers organic and fair-trade products from all over the world, with everything from jams and pastas to acai berry juice and organic kids’ sunscreen available for clean living Hongkongers.

Other products include organic fruit and veg, lunch boxes made from recycled plastic and coconut snack bars that contain coconut oil for an added healthy boost. Gluten-free sweet and savory snacks are also available. If you don’t have the time or willpower to make it to the grocery store, you can order online, though do note that a lot of the sections—such as the organic meats—appear to be empty.

Established in 2007, Ecoland has a huge selection of organic products for just about every household. From kitchen cupboard essentials such as pasta, jam, honey, oil, sauce, rice and grains, to essential supplies for babies and pets. You can also find personal care products, cleaning and laundry products and even gadgets such as air purifiers and water filters. Enjoy free delivery for any purchase of $500 and up; shop online or head to the wholesale/retail outlet at the address below.

Shop A, G/F, World Trust Tower, 50 Stanley St., Central, 2523-3123, www.cornerblock.com.hk

Unit A, 6/F, Selwyn Factory Building, 404 Kwun Tong Rd., Kwun Tong, 2512-2720 www.ecoland.com.hk

Green Age Biogenics This little store offers fresh produce from its farm in the New Territories, with its specialty being wheatgrass grown right on the premises. You are also able to purchase nuts, fruits and grains, and custom-order organic whole-grain breads. An ultrafresh lunch is available on Mondays Thursdays, but make sure to call and book your spot as it’s popular.

6/F, Ming Fat Building, 74 Wellington St., Central, 2522-0013

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Green Vitamin started as a wheatgrass specialist, being one of the first in Hong Kong to produce and supply locally grown organic wheatgrass, organic curly kale, and Lacinato (Tuscan) kale. Since then it has become one of the city’s premier online health food stores. Shop online for fresh wheatgrass (grown on Green Vitamin’s own organic farm) and healthy treats.

Look out for the kale chips which come in flavors such as salt and vinegar.

Along with products such as dairy-free raw coconut yogurts, you can pick up handy items such as juicers, or read up on healthy recipes on the “Vitality” section of the website. Free delivery for online purchases over $600.

Shop 403, Bonham Commercial Centre, 44-46 Bonham Strand West, Sheung Wan, 3151-7535 www.greenvitamin.hk

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Health Aims Operating since 1998, Health Aims has positioned itself as “your nutritional therapy partner” and has been providing families in Hong Kong with green food and health supplements for more than a decade. The website boasts a staggering amount of green eats, with a list of the most popular purchases made by its customers to give you an idea of what everyone else is buying. We love the organic sushi ginger, the make-it-at-home yogurt powder and the various organic nut butters that come reasonably priced.

It also offers consultation services on nutrition and hosts regular health seminars. Free delivery services to locations citywide (except outlying islands) are available upon purchases over $800, with an extra $40 surcharge for Ma Wan and Tung Chung areas. The store has 11 locations posted across Hong Kong.

Outlets citywide, including 27 Electric Rd., Tin Hau, 2461-8769, healthaims.net

superfood chews ($45) and Beyond Meat chicken-free strips ($82). The store also sells products for home and living, babies and kids, and organic beauty products—think brands such as Pangea Organics and Aztec Secret. There is a huge selection of eco-friendly cleaning brands such as Ecover, Bio D, Earthworm and Mrs. Meyers, a phosphate-free line that is made with natural essential oils.

Outlets citywide, including 52 Graham St., Central, 2801-5611, www.justgreen.com.hk

Nature’s Blessing Nature’s Blessing offers organic and natural products that are 100 percent safe for you and the planet. The store stocks well-known brands from around the world, from organic breakfast cereals and juice to yogurts, dry goods and natural supplements. Order online, or browse the Mid-Levels store.

G/F, Midland Court, 60-62 Caine Rd., Mid-Levels, 2517-2135, www. naturesblessing.com.hk

Want to banish toxins from your flat? Try these on for size:

Non-toxic Paint A non-toxic raw paint that’s perfect for close quarters and families, Ecozmo Natural Paint is free of hazardous chemicals such as formaldehyde, heavy metal and PVC. Thanks to its natural ingredients, the paint is also biodegradable and suitable for humid environments, and claims to reduce the risk of mildew and mold. $305-427 (2 liters) from Natural Living, 8/F, Sungib Industrial Center, 53 Wong Chuk Hong Rd., Aberdeen, 2847-3378

The Dyson DC74 vacuum cleaner is one of the most powerful cordless vacuum cleaners on the market. It’s extremely versatile— you can use it on carpets, hardwood floors and even ceilings.

Got age-old stains? Not to worry, the nylon bristles will wage war against dirt that’s worked its way into your carpets.

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$6,980 from www.jselect.hk

Dehumidifier

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With humidity in Hong Kong through the roof, you need a dehumidifier to filter out bacteria, molds and allergens. The Hybrid Super Alleru-buster Dehumidifier is a good option, as it has a nice thin design, touch-control panel, auto-stop function and a capacity of nine liters per day.

Just Green With five organic convenience stores in Hong Kong, Just Green offers health-and ecoconscious Hongkongers all kinds of natural products. Check out the long list of organic products: gluten-free gnocchi ($38), Baobab

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Homegrown Foods Homegrown Foods is an online grocery shop that brings food from local farms to your table. It offers weekly updated special basket plans (such as the “Chinese box” full of Asian vegetables that feeds two to four people) on its website to guarantee the freshest produce and easy purchase. Orders of at least $458 are delivered free anywhere in Hong Kong; otherwise, delivery costs $100. Customers are able to sign up for regular plans ranging from three to 24 months.

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$3,780 from www.panasonic.hk Homegrown Foods

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Nature’s Village With over 1,200 products in its catalog—including vitamins, sports nutrition and homeopathy supplements—Nature’s Village definitely has the health-conscious shopper in mind. The focus on sports wellness and health foods is suitable for all types: athletes, body-builders, or the rest of us Average Janes. Not sure what you’re looking for? The trained staff provides great advice and can help you find the most suitable product for your needs. Exclusive to Nature’s Village Central branch is a wide selection of products from Earth Friendly, a reputable ecofriendly cleaning supplies brand whose products are all derived from renewable resources.

36 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, 2121-1637, www.naturesvillage.com.hk

Organic Land Organic Land stocks a wide range of healthy foods, including grains, veggies and snacks, plus some baby food and beauty products. Its featured food products include organic wheatgrass powder ($40), organic sprouted golden flaxseed powder ($280), and instant oat flakes ($35). You’ll also find personal care items such as diaper rash cream, body wash and moisturizing cream.

12/F, Mong Kok Building, 546-548 Nathan Rd., Yau Ma Tei, 8200-4628, www.organiclandhk.com

Clean Carnivores Wanna eat better meat? These suppliers offer sustainably sourced, grass-fed and hormonefree produce—a healthier and more natural option.

Meat Market With a mind-boggling selection of meat on offer, Meat Market online grocer is all about quality, sustainable food that has been reared as naturally as possible.

If you’re eating clean, plump for grass-fed Black Angus steaks. For cheaper cuts, you’ll find Australian rump strips, mince, or even big roasting joints. Beef not your bag?

Check out the hormone-free chicken, the grass-fed lamb, or the wild, sustainably-caught Alaskan fish.

Hover your cursor over the little logos beside each item to see the country of origin, whether it’s grassfed, chilled, frozen or even Halal. www.meatmarket.com.hk

Tenderloin Fine Food This quality meat purveyor has plenty of organic and hormone-free options, and at decent prices, too.

Its organic chicken, duck and turkey is imported from France, while its grass-fed beef comes from New Zealand or Argentina. The lamb is hormone-free and from New Zealand, and much of the frozen fish comes from New Zealand, Alaska or Australia, meaning that it’s been sustainably sourced. Our favorite thing about Tenderloin?

Each product comes with tips on how to cook it to get the most from your meal. www.tenderloin.com.hk

Three Butchers With the aim of providing quality meat at reasonable prices, Three Butchers imports sustainably reared Australian grass-fed beef and lamb for the restaurant industry, meaning that the direct-to-consumer arm of its business can offer a better price for its meat. The mince is freshly ground in Hong Kong, while the pork sausages are also made by hand right here, so that they’re as fresh as can be. There’s free delivery for orders of more than $700, with a $50 delivery fee for orders of less than that. Orders made by 3pm will be delivered the following morning. www.threebutchers.com

Pacific Gourmet Whether you’re looking for hormonefree chicken or Australian grass-fed beef, you’ll find it at Pacific Gourmet.

If you want something a little more unconventional, there’s also French duck, goose and rabbit, or even Aussie kangaroo meat and venison.

The gourmet sausages are made in-house, too! Keep your eyes peeled for organic butter, cheese, free-range beef and chicken stock, and other gourmet goodies. Find retail outlets at Horizon Plaza, Happy Valley and Caine Road, or order online. pacificgourmet.com.hk

Farmer’s Kitchen Farmer’s Kitchen stocks grass-fed, hormone-free Australian beef and lamb in a variety of cuts. From strip loin and rib-eye to roasting ribs and flank steaks for the beef, to bone-in leg, shanks and racks for the lamb, there’s something to please just every kind of carnivore. Check out the value packs if you’re planning a big buy, and don’t forget to throw in some gourmet flavored salt while you’re at it. www.farmerskitchen.com.hk

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What happened at the Pinewood Battery?*

*Learn about this and other fascinating facts in

Historical Hong Kong Hikes A guide to 15 remarkable treks, detailing the rich history of the SAR’s peaks, valleys and urban neighborhoods

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Bamboo Businesses Used in Hong Kong for decades as a scaffolding material, the “king of grass” grows quickly, releases plenty of oxygen into our atmosphere and can be used to produce, light, strong and beautiful items. In short, it’s a super-green raw material! Here’s where you can get your fix.

Bamboa Located in PMQ, Bamboa’s founder Julia Washbourne was inspired by the use of sky-high bamboo scaffoldings in Hong Kong. Fascinated with the seemingly endless possibilities of the

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plant, she saw it as the perfect tool for creating eco-friendly furniture.

All products are made from locally harvested bamboo and range from tableware to fabric. The lightweight Bamboo thermo flask ($280) is perfect for tea on the go. Or want a change from your cotton bed sheets? Bamboa’s queen-size bedding ($2,650) is made from bamboo fabric, which is four times more absorbent than cotton, ensuring a cool and breathable night’s rest.

Block A, S304, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central, 2291-0285, www.bamboahome.com

Nuumi It might surprise you to learn that bamboo fiber is an ultra-soft, luxurious and breathable fabric that is perfect for baby clothes. If you want to give it a whirl for your bubs, Nuumi sells super comfortable baby clothing and linens all

Bamboa

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produced from bamboo—think sleeping bags, rompers, hats, towels and more.

For grown-ups, you can purchase bamboo fiber bed linens and towels.

Available at City Super outlets citywide, or online at www.nuumi.com

Verdee Bamboo Living Nuumi

Verdee Bamboo Living

Verdee Bamboo Living

Verdee Bamboo makes the best of the environmental benefits and aesthetic qualities of bamboo by making furniture and flooring out of the hardy material.

There are tiny homeware items such as cups, bowls, bamboo fiber towels, dishcloths and cooking utensils, as well as larger pieces such as trolleys, chairs and coffee tables. The company also has an interior design team ready to instruct you on how to best use bamboo in your own home.

Shop 346, 3/F, HomeSquare, 138 Shatin Rural Committee Rd., Sha Tin 2699-9689 www.verdeebamboo.com

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Chemical-Free Kids All-natural ankle biters

Bloem Baby

Green Cosmo

Baby Hero Now here’s a good idea: this Hong Kongbased social enterprise makes top-quality organic short- and long-sleeve onesies and T-shirts. With each one sold, you will also be funding a Neonatal Survival Kit—a pack of medical supplies that contain essentials for women delivering babies in remote developing countries.

Each pack contains hygiene equipment, chlorhexidine for sterilizing the umbilical stump, sunflower emollient for baby’s skin, a Mylar baby blanket, thermospot stickers to help track the baby’s body temperature, and an instant warmer to help keep bub warm. It’s a great cause that helps to drastically improve maternal and child outcomes in the parts of the world where delivery can be dangerous for both mother and baby. It helps that the clothes are cute too! babyhe.ro

Baby Online This online superstore for babies and kids has many organic options for your little ones. Food-wise, there are fruit pouches, purées, powdered food and ready meals in jars, as well as organic snacks such as

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crackers, cookies and cereal bars. There are also organic and all-natural body care products from brands such as Episencial, Moon Valley Organics, Mambino, Badger and Grahams Natural, to name just a few. You’ll also find eco-friendly baby detergents, washing-up liquids, surface cleaners and fruit ‘n’ veggie wash— everything a chemical-free mama needs. www.babyonline.com.hk

Bloem Baby This newly launched online store sells a well-curated selection of fashionable, quirky and understated baby and kids’ clothes, which have all been selected for their craftsmanship and their organic, ethical and eco-friendly credentials. The brands are sourced from all over the world, from the UK, US and Sweden to Malaysia and Australia. We particularly love the offerings from Jammies Pret-aPorter—pajamas that come packaged in a jar (“jam”-mies, geddit?), which make awesome gifts. We also love the romper suits by Fablebaby and the cool printed onesies from Koolabah. www.bloembaby.com

eBabies Everything for sale on eBabies is certified 100 percent organic, with prices per item

generally between $200-300. Buy onesies, logo tees, dungarees, cardigans and pants for newborns up to toddlers of 2 years old. Under “accessories”, you’ll also find organic blankets, booties, swaddles and breastfeeding pads for mom. Be sure to check out the toys section of the site, which has soft cloth books, dollies, rattles, stroller toys and comforting blankie toys. ebabies.com.hk

Funny Paper Let your kids unleash their creative side with the recycled cardboard creations from Funny Paper. You can buy play houses and then make it a family project to assemble and decorate them. It’ll help your tykes learn about construction, space, structure— and of course, environmental awareness.

The products are available at Lost & Found (8/F, The One, 100 Nathan Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui) and Lots of Love for Kids (30B Victory Avenue, Ho Man Tin). You can also order online (website in Chinese only). funnypaper.com.hk

Green Cosmo This online store has a nice selection of organic products, which makes up about half of its stock. Of note are the 100 percent organic cotton onesies and kids’ tees, the proceeds of which go to the Worldwide Fund for Nature. You’ll also find cute organic cotton bath mitts and hooded towels from Breganwood,

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organic sleeping bags, blankets, cuddly toys and neck cushions. green-cosmo.com

Itsy BB Online store Itsy BB stocks eco-friendly and organic products from carefully selected baby brands. There’s organic, sustainably sourced (and seriously stylish) bamboo fiber clothing from Kickee Pants; merino wool sleeping bags from New Zealand brand Merino Bambino; and creative toys from sustainable social enterprise Aroundsquare. www.itsybb.com

Mother Organic If you want your kid to have a totally chemical-free lifestyle, make Mother Organic your first port of call. This online shop (though it does have a retail space) offers just about everything you can think of for tots and tykes, including mattresses, bedding, disposable diapers, household cleaners, shampoo and body wash, teething rings, and of course, clothes. On the food front, you’ll find BPA-, phthalateand PVC-free drinking bottles and utensils, organic cereal, purée, formula and snacks.

Room 301, 3/F, Hong Kong House, 17-19 Wellington St., Central, 2521-1162, www.mother-organic.com

Muddy Fingers This Hong Kong brand offers all-natural, undyed (though not exactly cheap) organic cotton clothes and blankets for babies and children—and considering the lack of dye, the clothes are surprisingly stylish, with green, cream and beige natural fibers being used to great effect. Think rompers, PJs, onesies, tees, jackets and dresses, swaddles, cellular blankets, mittens, bibs and more. There are also towels, sheet sets and mattresses for adults, as well as cute, cuddly teddies. muddy-fingers.com

Nature and the City This online store is dedicated to all things organic and natural, with a focus on chic products that urban moms will love. It has a small selection of clothes and products for mother and child,

including organic onesies from Baby Hero, and “Baby Cow” body wash and lotion from Cowshed. For bigger kids, there are organic socks from Bebe de Pino, which feature cute designs such as thunderclouds, mustaches and mice. natureandthecity.com.hk

Natures Purest This UK brand is all about being—you guessed it—”natural” and “pure.” Think 100 percent organic undyed cotton, manufactured to the highest ethical and quality standards. In addition to baby basics such as onesies, rompers and pajamas, it also has baby sleeping bags, cardigans, jackets, hats and booties, towels and bedding. There are also adorable soft toys, blocks and stacking rings, and nursery furniture, too. As it’s undyed, it’s all in various shades of cream and beige, but it is all rather lovely.

L2-33, Festival Walk, 80 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, 2302-1466, www.naturespurest.com.hk

Organic Baby With multiple stores throughout Hong Kong, Organic Baby is one of the city’s biggest purveyors of organic clothing for tots. Fortunately, “organic” doesn’t mean “boring” here, and there are tons of trendy designs for day-to-day, plus hilarious outfits for dress-up (a yellow Bruce Lee jumpsuit with a matching nunchuk-print bib? Yes please!) that’ll please parents and baby alike. Beyond baby clothes and blankets, you’ll also find eco-friendly reusable lunch sacks and bags from Keep Leaf, organic cuddly toys, furniture and gifts.

Shop 220, 2/F, Windsor House, 311 Gloucester Rd., Causeway Bay, 2882-6328

Organic Family For soft cotton organic basics, online store Organic Family does simple but stylish products, from plain-colored romper suits and tees to hoodies, jackets and diaper-covering bloomers, all from Peruvian Pima cotton. All the products are certified organic by the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), which guarantees that the harvesting

and production processes used are environmentally and socially responsible. www.organicfamily.com.hk

Qncy For something organic AND made in Hong Kong, look no further than Qncy. Founder Emily Lai formed the brand after the birth of her daughter and uses her family’s garment factory, in operation since 1940, to run up a selection of cute, eco-friendly and organic toys and clothes. It even offers a personalization service, should you feel the urge for a monogrammed onesie. Visit the showroom for a closer look at the products.

Unit 401, 4/F, Koon Fook Centre, 9 Knutsford Terrace, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2724-1119, www.babyqncy.com

Shopaholic Baby This Hong Kong-based online store was founded by two sisters who handpick all their stock so that it’s organic, chemical-free and earth-friendly. All its food storage containers, teethers and cutlery sets are free from BPAs, phthalates, PVC and lead, while its hooded towels are made with 70 percent bamboo fiber and 30 percent organic cotton. We love the soft cotton shoes by Poco Nido, perfect for baby’s first steps, as well as the all-natural Badger brand products. babyshopaholicbaby.com

Tree Children’s Lodge Sharon, the owner of Tree Children’s Lodge, has put together an emporium of classic children’s toys that are all-natural, with selections for everyone, from newborns to bigger kids. Many are made from sustainably sourced wood, others are handmade. There are also natural craft supplies, such as wool, fabric and beeswax. Some of the soft toys have been made by social enterprises in places such as Peru and the Himalayas, so you’re also doing good for the planet with your purchase. Online ordering is available.

2/F, 10 Matheson St., Causeway Bay, 6112-8081, www.treechildren.com.hk

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Keep Clean…

Naturally!

Wanna pamper without phthalates?

Beautify sans BPAs? Check out these clean, green beauty brands for some chemical-free cleansing.

Bathe to Basics Made with natural ingredients and traditional soap production methods, Bathe to Basics hand makes bath and shower products. Made with a combination of

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natural oils, butter and organic plants, it uses a cold process to result in soap with a high concentration of glycerin—the good stuff that moisturizes skin. Bathe to Basic’s products are all eco-friendly and are made in Tai Po. The online shop offers free delivery for purchases exceeding $300.

Various stockists, including Home Works, S506, Block A, 35 Aberdeen St., Central, www.bathetobasics.com

Skin Beautique Coconut oil is all the rage right now, with enthusiasts touting its properties as a healthy alternative to other cooking oils. But it’s also great for your skin!

Skin Beautique recently jumped on the bandwagon with its limited-edition Coconut Series that includes an extravirgin cold-pressed organic coconut oil ($128) for cooking or moisturizing, a hydrating body scrub with jojoba oil

($198), and a root-awakening shampoo ($188) that mends tired locks. Go nuts! www.skin-beautique.com

Emmanuel F. From makeup services to hair fixes, Emmanuel F. offers a whole host of organic beauty services. A leader in organic hair care, this all-in-one eco-friendly spa and salon uses only the most natural products and hair dyes—the stylists don’t even use aluminum foil when applying highlights!

The eco spa provides everything from facials to body massages using certified organic products that are made with allnatural ingredients. Even the nail polish is

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free of harmful toxins like parabens and formaldehyde, so you can rest easy while you’re getting pampered.

polish or enjoy a shoulder massage.

There’s also a separate men’s zone for private pampering.

away dry skin; and super-rich Mandarin body butter ($500) that’s made with beeswax and Ayurvedic oils.

Shop 221-213, 2/F, Nexxus Building, 41 Connaught Rd., Central, 2167-8280, www.emmanuelf.com

2/F, 27 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2523-8700, www.iyaradayspa.com/natural

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More than an organic soap company, So… Soap is a community project run with high ethical ideals that help to realize the potential of local women in grassroots Hong Kong communities. Advocating social awareness and environmental concerns, the women at So… Soap work together to nurture economic stability and provide for their families. Their products are made from 100 percent natural plant-derived oils such as olive, coconut and sunflower. No chemical agents are added—only natural essential oils to infuse the soap with fragrance. Call or check the website for stockists.

Iyara Natural Therapies Using natural products and decked out in earthy tones to match, Iyara’s new Natural Therapies spa is aimed at men and women who are looking for hair and scalp solutions for problems such as hair loss and dandruff. When you arrive, a hair therapist analyzes your hair and suggests a tailored hair mask which, depending on your hair needs, could be packed with the likes of avocado, honey, tea tree oil or apricot oil (hair masks from $900). While you’re waiting for the goodness to soak in, you can have a natural manicure using toxin-free Zoya

Founded by Kavita Khosa—a lawyer turned entrepreneur—Purearth is pretty much as guilt-free as it gets: the philanthropic brands teams up with women enrolled in micro-credit and self-help programs in the Himalayas, meaning that every product purchased empowers a struggling community. Not only does Purearth have conscientious production methods, but the products are also made with natural and organic ingredients. Among the most talkedabout products? A rose hip seed oil ($580) that’ll make your face glow; Himalayan body polish ($380) to scrub

So… Soap

2621-3060, www.sosoap.com

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Juice Cleanses Flush that system

nutritious Four Leaf Clover green juice, and Sweet Dreams, a nutty and everso-sweet way to finish the day.

2096B, 2/F, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 2644-5875, www.geniejuicery.com

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Be Juiced Arguably the most hipster-tastic brand on the market right now, Be Juiced offers up creative packaging alongside some quirky juice flavors—think Morning Squeeze, Pinakaleada, and Aloha Chiller.

Created with the help of an in-house nutritionist, the juice cleanses come in one- to six-day options ($600-3,160), and three different levels: Reboot, for beginners; Grounding, for intermediates; and Veggiecation, for the super advanced. You can also customize your cleanse over email. Delivery Mon-Fri. www.bejuiced-hk.com

Downtown Detox Unlike some of the juice-centric cleanses out there, Downtown Detox takes a more holistic approach with daily shakes and—yes, even some real food. The detox plan incorporates protein smoothies and supplements,

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as well as aloe vera-based cleansing drinks to help eliminate impurities during devoted “cleansing days” where you drink nutrient-packed liquids all day. The tailored plan comes with a personal detox coach, as well as menu plans and ongoing consultations. The most popular program is the 11-day Kick Start Cleanse (from $2,100) but there’s also a six-day Introductory Detox (from $1,250), and a 30-day Habit Maker plan (from $3,500) for those looking for a total lifestyle overhaul.

Maintaining the philosophy that health is about long-term changes, not quick-fix diets, Green Delights promotes big-picture nutrition but understands Hongkongers’ on-the-go lifestyles. Intended as supplements to your daily routine, Green Delights’ juices aim to eliminate toxins, restore acid-alkaline balance, improve mental clarity and even brighten your complexion. Made with 100 percent raw and unpasteurized produce, the juices here target specific goals with the likes of Immune ($64), with pineapple, pear, ginger, mint and Himalayan salt; Purify ($69), with wheatgrass, spinach, cucumber, apple, pineapple and lemon; and Moisturizer ($69), with rose water, cantaloupe and chia seeds. www.greendelights.hk

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Genie Juicery Brought to Hong Kong in 2011 by model Cara Grogan and co-founder Melanie White, Genie Juicery is devoted to producing detox juices and health foods that combat all that dirty city living. If you’re new to the whole juice thing, take a shot at Genie Juicery’s three-day beginner detox ($1,700)—this line of cold-pressed juices is meant to cleanse the body and pump it full of nutrient-rich raw fruits and veggies. Each day starts with a Smooth Operator—a delicious smoothie of banana, avocado, spinach and apple. You get six juices a day, with the standouts being the refreshing and

Hyaku Joining the pressed juice craze is Hyaku, a relatively new company that puts a slightly different spin on the trend.

The brand, which makes its juices fresh every day, does not promote an all-liquid diet—but rather suggests that you pair its vitamin-packed pressed juices with meals to supplement your diet with an extra hit of fruits and veggies. So what’s

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in the bottles? There are four types of tasty juices that come in varying flavors: Crimson, which is packed with beets to flush toxins; Greens, to replenish vitamins; Ginger, which aids digestion; and Water+, a coconut water to maintain hydration. You can buy the bottles separately, or order a five-day taster plan for $780. www.hyaku-living.com

iDetox When it comes to clearing your system, iDetox does not hold back. The wellness education center is all about promoting healthy living in the city, with several support systems—from workshops to personal consultations to an online food and home store that’s stocked with organic and eco-friendly finds. A more involved detox regimen, iDetox’s Superfood Detox program lasts nine to 15 days. You can opt for a personalized, oneon-one program with a coach ($3,980), or join a group detox (from $2,980). The program aims to improve your energy levels, mental clarity, digestion, immune system, and even kick-start some fat loss. You’ll receive 15 days’ worth of superfoods and healthy snacks, a 60-page detox manual, a debriefing after the program, support along the way, and discounts on iDetox’s myriad services.

1/F, V Plus, 68-70 Wellington St., Central, 3904-1072, www.i-detox.com

Mr. Green Juice New to the juice scene, Mr. Green Juice specializes in cold-pressed raw juice that’s extracted using a hydrologic press.

The recipes change with the seasons, but they’re always made from unpasteurized, organic fruits and veggies—and each bottle contains over a kilo of produce.

With options ranging from a three-day beginner’s cleanse ($1,584) all the way

up to a five-day skinny cleanse ($2,520), there should be something to suit your lifestyle. Just trying to look your best for a big event? Mr. Green also produces a one-day pre-party cleanse ($495) for your sipping pleasure. mrgreenjuice.com

Nood Food With the most gluttonous time of the year behind us, you may be looking to balance out the festivities. The threeday detox comes in three levels: Classic Cleanse (for beginners), Active Cleanse (for gym rats) and Green Cleanse (for veterans). Each set includes several packets of esoteric supplements—think Zeolite and Camu Camu—that you’re meant to mix into your juices. The juices are some of the best on the market: they’re not overly sweet and the variety keeps taste buds intrigued. $600 per day from www.allnood.com

Pressed Juices An Aussie import that opened in 2014, Pressed Juices has an enormous selection of juices that are organized into nine categories—think Zest, Zing, Earth, Mylk, and more. The storefront sells all kinds of options, from deliciously nutty milks to fresh and tangy green juices.

Of course, if you want to do a full detox, the option is there, though the juices have become popular as simple lunch alternatives for busy Centralites. Head to the shop for a one-on-one talk with the in-house nutritionist if you prefer a little more background information, or shop online for a basic, intermediate or master cleanse (one to three-day options, from $500 per day). Each cleanse plan includes six juices, which equates to at least 6 kilos of fruits and vegetables per day.

fruits and veggies. Start the day with a refreshing Citrus Punch—lemon, ginger, cayenne peppers, agave nectar—this juice is lovely, as are the subsequent green juices and fruity Red Punch. For dinner? Gazpuncho—a savory tomatobased punch with garlic, cucumbers, cayenne pepper and olive oil. Then finish the day with a yummy Nut Punch, which is packed with cashews, walnuts and coconut water. Not your first time at the rodeo? Try the Level 2 cleanse ($1,680), or build your own cleanse with a custom order ($100 per bottle). www.punchdetox.com

Pure Swell Unlike the many short-term juice detox programs out there, Pure Swell encourages drinking superfoodpacked juices as a complement to your daily diet rather than as a substitute.

Founder Allison Li studied online at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in London, before moving back to her hometown of Hong Kong in 2013 and starting Pure Swell. Made from all-natural, unpasteurized and raw ingredients that are free of additives and preservatives, the juices here come in seven variations—each aimed at specific body benefits, such as Hydrate, Purify and Pick Me Up (each $45-55).

Order online www.pureswell.com, or pick up at cafés citywide, including Cafe O and IPC Foodlab.

Shop 81A, Hollywood Rd., Central, www.pressedjuices.hk

Punch Detox A homegrown Hong Kong brand, Punch Detox aims to help people jump-start a healthier lifestyle. The three-day Level 1 detox ($1,680) includes six juices a day, which translates to about 8 kilograms of

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Eco-Friendly Cleaners Natural Living Natural Living is home to a variety of eco-friendly products that can be purchased in Aberdeen or delivered all over Hong Kong. If you’re on the hunt for cleaning supplies, the ecofriendly Sodasan line is also available with favorites like the toilet cleaner ($70), laundry powder ($119), and organic stain remover ($53).

8/F, Sungib Industrial Centre, 53 Wong Chuk Hang Rd., Aberdeen, 2847-3378, www.naturalliving.hk

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Little Giant Little Giant is a family-friendly grocery store that makes shopping for little ones simple and easy.

Little Giant also carries many ecofriendly cleaning supplies to ensure that even your daily household chores are environmentally safe.

Look for brands like Earth Friendly, Bio D, Eco Zone and Ecover, which all produce a variety of items. A customer favorite is the Ecover bathroom cleaner ($48): the plantbased formula is tough on soap scum and bathroom dirt, but free of harmful toxins.

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Nature’s Village With over 1,200 products in its catalog—including vitamins, sports nutrition and wellness

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supplements—Nature’s Village definitely has the health-conscious shopper in mind. Exclusively at the Nature’s Village in Central there’s a wide selection of products from Earth Friendly, a reputable ecofriendly cleaning supplies brand.

The products are effective household supplies all derived from renewable resources.

36 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, 2121-1637, www.naturesvillage.com.hk

Green Earth Society Green Earth Society is all about helping people live a greener life. The store specializes in ecofriendly products, including apparel, cosmetics, bedding and organic food. One of Green Earth Society’s specialties is eco-friendly cleaning supplies. You’ll find a wide range of brands, including the likes of Biokleen, Nature Value, Zeolite and Daddy Vans. To get your furniture sparkling clean, use the Daddy Vans collection of all-natural, chemicalfree, non-toxic furniture polishes, which even come in yummy scents.

37 See Cheung St., Sai Kung, 2792-0106, www.greenearthsociety.com

Just Green With five organic convenience stores in Hong Kong, Just Green offers health-and eco-conscious Hongkongers all kinds of natural products. Check out the long list of eco-friendly cleaning supplies, with brands like Ecover, Bio D, Earthworm, and Mrs. Meyers—a phosphate-free line made with natural essential oils.

52 Graham St., Central, 2801-5611, www.justgreen.com.hk

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Guilt-free Fashion Clothing with a conscience

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1. Mesh Skirt, A Black Cigarette

$1,800 from Shop E, 200 Hollywood Rd., Sheung Wan, 2878-8811, niinstyle.com

Founded in Hong Kong in 2012, fashion label A Black Cigarette creates its clothing range using a zero-waste pattern-cutting method to ensure that no trash is sent to landfills or incinerated. The items are all made with versatile designs: for example, this mesh cube skirt has four buttons on the corners so that it can be pinned in numerous ways to achieve a new look each time you wear it!

3. Skirt, A Boy Named Sue

$1,580 from Amelie Street, Room M, 1/F, Po Ming Building, 2-6 Foo Ming St., Causeway Bay, 3597-8449

2. Bangle, Niin Half-Austrian, half-Chinese jewelry designer Jeanine Hsu began selling her own creations at London’s trendy street markets before setting up shop last year in the SAR. The Niin brand is socially and environmentally aware, making a strong effort to recycle and reuse wherever possible. This woven bangle from the new Umbra collection is made from mother of pearl and brass, inlaid by hand into a woven bangle in black resin.

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“Where aesthetics meets ethics” is the ethos of the Hong Kong home-grown brand A Boy Named Sue. The chic online shop features designers from all around the world who have one thing in common: the goal to blend goodwill with good fashion sense. This full midi skirt is made from vegan leather (an animalfriendly alternative to real leather) by designer Hien Le in Germany. $2,720 from www.aboynamedsue.co

4. Skirt, Farrah Floyd Farrah Floyd is a sustainable fashion brand designed and made in Germany

by Bojana Draca, who employs a zerowaste pattern-making process by using only rectangle pattern pieces. This “Justine” skirt combines recycled denim, yellow organic jersey, pleated raw silk and recycled polyester details. Fun fact: the brand was a semi-finalist in Hong Kong’s EcoChic Design Award in 2013. $2,285 from www.farrahfloyd.com

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5. Knitted Vest, Bibico Bibico is an ethical clothing brand by Spanish designer Nieves Ruiz Ramos, featuring high-quality natural materials that are stitched, woven and knitted in fair trade cooperatives around the world. The collection sports a range of dresses and cotton tops, but specializes in cozy jumpers and cardigans. This plum waistcoat is made from a blend of mohair and wool, and is handknitted by a women’s fair trade group in Nepal. $665 from www.bibico.co.uk

6. Beach Shoes, Phatrice Ethical online shop Phatrice.com stormed on to the scene last year as an innovative platform for philanthropic businesses. Footwear company Indosole handcrafts the soles of its shoes using repurposed tires from Bali—employing a production process that is organic, environmentally sustainable and pretty too! $424.75 from www.phatrice.com

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7. Jeans, H&M H&M might not be the first that springs to mind when it comes to socially aware fashion, but the clothing giant has just launched its Conscious Denim collection, which has the backing of celebrities such as Olivia Wilde. The jeans are produced using sustainable materials and have been put through the wringer to ensure washing consumes less water and energy—with handy garment tags explaining it all. $399 from Shop G38B-D, Silvercord Mall, 30 Canton Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 3521-1171, hm.com/conscious

8. Denim Jacket, Esprit The Recycled Collection was launched by Esprit last fall as part of a collaboration with Hong Kong-based NGO Redress, which promotes environmental sustainability in the fashion industry. The denim is made using Esprit’s own fabric offcuts and includes 43 percent recycled cotton. Each garment comes with a QR code so you can track its manufacturing process. $799 from Esprit, Shop G13-14, 3/F, Leighton Centre, 77 Leighton Rd., Causeway Bay, 2342-3452

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9. T-shirt, The White T-Shirt Co. It may be a simple concept, but it’s done well by The White T-Shirt Co. The 100 percent organic tees are ethically made and certified to the Global Organic Textile Standard. You can follow the production process online, from the hand-picking of cotton in Turkey, to the cutting and stitching in Ukraine, to approval in Denmark. With proper care, this super soft wardrobe staple should last a lifetime. $423 from www.thewhitetshirt.com

10. Cardigan, Johanna Ho Perfect for the environmentally conscious stylista, Johanna Ho’s ready-to-wear clothing company employs a zero-waste approach to designing knitwear by reusing discarded strips of fabric from previous designs. Her latest collection of just 10 pieces, which includes this cardigan, fuses upcycled knitted garments and vintage materials to give clothing a new life. $TBC from 13 Wyndham St., Central, 2722-6776, www.johannaho.com

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11. Clutches, Chako Japanese mother-daughter team Fusako and Kazumi Nakanishi launched their range of clutches in 2003 and have since been featured by the likes of Vogue and Instyle. The idea was born when Kazumi asked her mom to create a handbag from a silk obi she found in an antique market in Tokyo. The 17 styles of Chako are all made from repurposed Japanese obi and kimono fabrics. $1,150 from Sabina Swims, 7/F, Union Commercial Building, 12 Lyndhurst Terrace, 2115-9975; www.etsy.com/shop/Chakotokyo

12. Beach Shawl, Nomadic Thread Society The NTS ethos is all about sourcing traditional textiles and indigenous materials from artisans and small producers around the globe. Thought up

by US-based designer Nicole Gulotta on a beach in Mexico, NTS works with partners in India, Turkey, Kenya and Tunisia, among others, to ensure ethical practices are employed. The beach shawls are hand loomed in Turkey using linen and cotton. $403 from shop.nomadicthreadsociety.com

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Organic Tipples Clean living isn’t just about what you put on your plate— also consider what you pour into your glass. Here’s where you can buy organic booze for a cleaner night out.

Altaya Wines Wholesale wine merchant Altaya Wines also sells direct to the public, stocking renowned organic and biodynamic wines from Pyramid Valley Vineyards in New Zealand. The iconic Home Collection produces biodynamic chardonnay and pinot noir from clay-limestone soils in North Canterbury. In addition to this organic range, you’ll also find a selection of rare and fine wines from producers in Burgundy, Bordeaux, Italy, Australia, the United States and South Africa.

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Cork Culture is a sophisticated venture devoted to organic and biodynamic wines. The website is really helpful if you don’t know the difference between organic, biodynamic or sustainable varietals, aiming to educate the budding oenophile so they can make more informed choices. The prices are reasonable too—with many discounted bottles and a section dedicated to wine under $200. www.corkculture.hk

La Cabane à Vin Just a few doors down from the very French bistro La Cabane on Hollywood Road is its sister wine cellar, La Cabane à Vin, which sells the products you may have tasted at the bar. The specialty here is natural wines—wine that hasn’t been altered with manufactured yeasts,

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sugars or other additives. As well as an extensive wine list, the shop often holds “meet the producer” events to introduce its natural wine concept.

You’ll have to drop in though, as there’s no online shop.

97 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2517-0186

The Bottle Shop Established in 2012 in Sai Kung, The Bottle Shop specializes in importing craft beers from Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States, to name just a few. It also boasts an extensive range of organic ales—such as Fuller’s and Samuel Smith—as well as organic ciders, gins and even cucumber vodka. You can buy online and delivery is free for orders over $480.

114 Man Nin St., Sai Kung, 2791-1600, www.thebottleshop.hk

The Organic Shop Carrying organic goods from Austria, The Organic Shop is home to a handful of wines from the Burgenland and Weinviertel regions. Unusually, you’ll also find organic beer, pear and raspberry liqueurs which are sweet and syrupy—perfect additions to cocktails.

The store sells its wines mainly to restaurants and distributors, but individual clients can also place orders and arrange for pickup or delivery.

2206-4038, www.theorganicshop.com.hk

The Vineyard Founded by a group of Italian professionals who wanted to share their enthusiasm for delicious wines, The Vineyard offers a wide range of exclusive Italian regional wines including organic varietals—including a good many sparkling numbers—plus some vegan options (which don’t use animal-based fining agents during production). If you spend $900, The Vineyard will deliver your loot for free— otherwise fees apply.

9843-4175, www.thevineyard.hk

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Baby Pak Choi

A parenting column with Sarah Fung

Being a Mom Makes you Crazy Why did no one tell me that parenthood would turn

You want to buy ALL THE THINGS

me into an insane person? The combination of sleep

The pregnancy and early childhood industry is huge, and

deprivation and the axis-shifting identity adjustment

marketers all want a slice of that sweet new parent pie.

from “non-mom” to “mom” has turned me into a bona

It takes an iron will to walk through a baby shop and not

fide nutcase. Read the below and please, for the love of

load up your trolley with cute little onesies, educational

god, say it’s not just me.

toys and new-fangled products that promise to cure colic/make your baby sleep/get them into Harvard.

Your internet search history becomes really embarrassing

I have to keep telling myself that the Pak Choi doesn’t

In those first few months, you’ll be booking in for

so much on clothes they’re going to outgrow. But then

a consultation with Dr. Google pretty much every

need that much stuff and that there’s no point spending I go squee! A bumblebee costume!

day. In the quest for answers, I’ve

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And all my good intentions fly out

everything

from “formula poo consistency” to “baby dolphin noise normal.”

I shook Daddy Pak Choi awake one night, convinced the little one had whooping cough. Turned out, it was

of the window.

Why did no one tell me that parenthood would turn me into an insane person?

just a regular cough. And if you’re pregnant and reading this? Trust me—do NOT do an image search for “mucus plug.”

At some point, you will HATE your partner Poor dads. Blame the hormones, the rigors of labor or the crazymaking trials of being housebound for months, but at some point, all moms will think that their beloved

husband is just the worst. They’ll be too rough with the

You start freaking out about your own health

baby, or run a bath too cold, or be too slow to wake up

When I’m not fretting over the Pak Choi’s wellbeing,

and help change a nappy, and you’ll be all like “WHY AM

I’m panicking about my own. Not because I care about myself particularly—your own selfish existential angst goes out the window as soon as a baby arrives—but who’s going to look after the Pak Choi if I get sick and DIE? These are things that keep me up at 4am these days. Actually that’s a lie. The baby keeps me up at 4am, which is also when I choose to read up about horrible rare diseases on my phone. I had a really bad cold just

I THE ONLY COMPETENT PERSON IN THIS FAMILY!?!

I WOULD DIVORCE YOU BUT I’M TOO TIRED.” Give them a break. Dad’s parenting instinct is more about wrestling sabre-tooth tigers and throwing themselves in front of runaway trains for their children; they’re just not wired to wake up before the baby does, or know exactly what to do to stop them from crying. And you can’t really expect anyone to do that; no one is superhuman. Well,

after I went back to work, and between the post-partum

except moms, of course.

night sweats and the swollen lymph nodes, I convinced

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myself that I had non-Hodgkins lymphoma.

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