The List #247, Jan 15, 2016

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ISSUE 247 15 JANUARY 2016

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Love Yourself, Love Hong Kong Give back and grow in the new year

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CONTENTS

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EDITOR’S LETTER

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FEATURE Showing Some Love

The Pianist

Fashion that takes you from the office to happy hour

Three organizations making Hong Kong even better

Lang Lang returns to Hong Kong

Lookbook

GIVEAWAY

Ladies’ sportswear designer Tanya Cheng

Health and Happiness

Beauty and Wellness

HOT TICKETS

Win a year’s access to 24-hour gym utime

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WISHLIST About Town

Skin Laundry zaps your pores clean

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Cheung Chau Not just pirate caves

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DATE NIGHT

The founder of Green Ladies tells us about sustainable fashion

Hot lingerie looks

Valentine’s Day special

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RECIPES Kiss the Cook

WOMEN IN FOCUS Wendy Cheung

What’s In

Hot Dates

HAPPENING ’HOODS

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MRS. KNOW-IT-ALL Umbrella Ella

Healthy green recipes

Where to get your brolly fixed

KNOW & TEL

Sustainable Food Shops p.28

Volunteers Needed p.32

Post-Holiday Cleanup p.34

Holistic Detoxes p.38

Gyms and Fitness Programs p.42

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EDITOR’S LETTER

2016: BRING IT ON January is a time to look forward to a new year full of potential. This issue, we’ve got everything you need to start the year off right. And here’s your New Year’s resolution: to love yourself and love Hong Kong, as well. In our cover story on p.20, we’re showing some love for the awesome new initiatives that are celebrating the city, its people and its natural beauty.

In our Know and Tel section, we’ve got a roundup of the best sustainable eats (p.28), volunteer opportunities (p.32), decluttering solutions (p.34), holistic detoxes (p.38), and fitness plans (p.42) so you can clean up your act at the start of the year—and hopefully keep it up through to December.

Love yourself a little more and you’ll make 2016 better in every possible way: we promise.

In light of Valentine’s Day coming up, we’ve also got a saucy special with date ideas on p.10 and lingerie ideas on p.16, guaranteed to bring an extra spark to your lovin’.

I’d love to hear from you! Email me with ideas, concerns orList_102x155mm_SimmonsAd_MadisonBed_001_Grey chit-chat at evelyn.lok@hkmagmedia.com.

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Try the full range of Simmons® mattresses at Tequila Kola today!.

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HOT TICKETS

MAKE A DATE Our picks for the month

All Month

Great Expectations Start 2016 off with a bang by hitting up Central Harbourfront for some family-friendly carnival fun.

After attracting more than 830,000 visitors last year, the AIA Great European Carnival is back in town for 67 days, bringing back returning favorites in addition to new ones from around Europe. The carnival will run over all the major festive dates including Valentine’s Day and Chinese New Year, with special celebrations planned for each. There will be new and revitalized games, thousands of toys to be won and much more.

Through Feb 21. New Central Harbourfront, Central. $90-125 from tgec-en.ticketarena.asia, comes with 7-10 tokens

COMING SOON

Feb 8 Don’t Rain on My Parade

8pm. Starts from Hong Kong Cultural Centre near the waterfront, ends in front of the Sheraton Hotel. Free along the Parade route, fee applies for spectator stands.

Photo: Michael Elleray/Flickr

Taking place on Lunar New Year’s Day every year, the Cathay Pacific International Chinese New Year Night Parade is a classic celebratory event in the city featuring colorful floats, marching bands, troupes of acrobats, dancing dragons, Chinese lions, and of course, firecrackers. This year, a DJ station will be set up on Canton Road, and local band O.U.R. Works Music will be performing live. Make sure to arrive at least a few hours earlier than the official start time to secure a good spot.

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HOT TICKETS

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The Pianist is in

Jan 20-24

Named by The New Yorker as “the world’s ambassador of the keyboard”, pianist Lang Lang has played sold out concerts in major cities all around the world. This January, he makes his way to the Hong Kong Coliseum where he’ll be performing a recital to more than 10,000 spectators—will you be one of them? Get your tickets quick for a chance to witness the virtuoso’s impressive playing.

Photo: Xun Chi/thirteen.org

8:15pm $280-$880 Hong Kong Coliseum (Arena) 9 Cheong Wan Rd., Hung Hom, $280-880 from urbtix.hk

One Clean Sweep Treat yourself and your little ones to “Room on the Broom,” a charmingly imaginative theater production part of this year’s KidsFest arts festival that follows the disastrous adventure of an unlucky witch.

With the addition of cute and friendly animal friends and a hungry dragon, it’s a theatrical feast that will leave both adults and children (aged 3 and up) fully entertained.

Drama Theatre, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, 1 Gloucester Rd., Wan Chai. $195-435 from hkticketing.com

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Take It to the Streets

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International street dance legend Flawless has danced with the likes of Madonna and Beyoncé and now they’re coming to the Udderbelly Festival in Hong Kong. Strap in with the stars of Britain’s Got Talent and Streetdance 3D, as they take you on a roller coaster ride of hip-hop, breakdance and acrobatics, and see firsthand what it means to be World Dance Champions.

HOT ET TICK

Udderbelly, Central Harbourfront Event Space, 9 Lung Wo Rd., Central. $385-523 from hkticketing.com

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THE LIST

GOODIES AND GIVEAWAYS Check here every month for beauty, travel and dining treats

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No doubt fitness will be on your mind for the new year, and we’ve teamed up with 24-hour gym utime for a fantastic package that will surely help you reach your goals. To one lucky reader, utime is offering 12 months free access (worth $5,090) to its Kennedy Town branch, two hours of personal training (worth $1,800) to set you off on the right foot, plus six free spinning or cross circuit training sessions (worth $750) to add some variety to your routine. That's a package totaling a value of $7,640!

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And just because the holiday season is over doesn’t mean there’s no reason to treat yourself every now and then. BottlesXO, a new wine-ordering app in Hong Kong, is offering two readers a $350 cash voucher each, that can be used on any item on the app. Perfect for vino fiends who want to sample wines from lesser known or boutique vineyards in Europe.

ABOUT THE BRANDS: utime Fitness Studios utime offers a neighbourhood gym experience that fits your unique lifestyle with a stress-free studio to work out in peace. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week year-round, utime features state-of-the-art equipment, top-notch security and fantastic value for money with riskfree, zero-commitment memberships that require no contracts, ever.

It’s a gym that promises to be stress-free, risk-free and hassle-free; everything a gym should be.

G/F, Wah Po Building, 1 New Praya, Kennedy Town, 3956-5266, utimefitness.com

BottlesXO

WRITE IN AND WIN!

Newly launched in Hong Kong, BottlesXO is a wine-ordering app that delivers to wherever you want within 60 minutes, ready to be enjoyed.

Sourcing wines from boutique wineries across Europe, each listing introduces the bottle’s origins, producer’s history, food pairing suggestions and tasting notes. Note that they are initially only delivering to locations across Hong Kong Island.

What’s your top New Year’s Resolution this year?

Write in and tell us in 50 words or less.

Email: thelist@hkmagmedia.com, with the subject line “The List Giveaway” Deadline: Jan 31, 2016

Write in to Win!

Psst… Congrats to our lucky winner Tina Li, who shared her dream itinerary exploring Tibet and won a two-night stay for two at luxury resort Sri Panwa in Thailand.

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DATE NIGHT

HOT DATES

VALENTIN E’S DAY

SPECIAL!

Sweet Treats If you thought you could wriggle your way out of sending flowers and chocolates again this year, think again: Nothing says sweet gesture more than satisfying your lady’s sweet tooth. One of our go-to chocolatiers, Jean Paul Hévin, is once again marking the holidays with one-of-a-kind creations: Try the Bonbon Coeur Pink ($24) shaped like a heart with a splash of pink to mimic graffiti art, or the Bonbon Lune de Miel ($24) with dark and milk ganache seasoned with buckwheat honey.

Of course, you can count on some appropriately heartwarming packaging to go along with it. A ruby red box engraved with a pink heart and the inscription, “Love is In the Air”? We dare you not to fall for it.

Shop 212, Ocean Centre, Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2735-3268

Round and Round We Go

A Bigger Beast

Release the Tension

Ready for some carnival fun? The AIA Great European Carnival has hit Hong Kong again, and this one’s jam-packed with exciting rides, carnival games, an ice rink and street performers. We can’t think of a better date night (or day, we should say) than soaking up all the excitement at Hong Kong’s biggest amusement park before it packs up again at the end of February. Hey, you might even win a giant stuffed toy for your significant other…

One of Hong Kong’s best date night spots has moved to a brand new location in Wan Chai, and Valentine’s Day seems like the perfect opportunity to check out the new digs. Serving modern French fare, Le Bistro Winebeast has a decadent selection of seasonal appetizers, entrees and desserts, not to mention an incredible wine list that you’ll be hard-pressed to find elsewhere in the city. While the old location was a bit of a snug fit, the larger location on Thomson Road means you’re much more likely to walk in and snag a table whenever the need for an intimate date night strikes.

The holiday season may be over, but we’re all about a little primping and pampering to make you feel like a million bucks, and why not share the bliss with your other half? Head for a luxe couple’s massage at the Four Seasons: The two-and-a-halfhour Double Serenity (starts from $5,700) experience begins with a bubble bath and a glass of champagne, followed by a full body scrub and rounded off with the hotel’s signature Four Seasons Fusion Massage.

G/F-1/F, Tai Yip Building, 141 Thomson Rd., Wan Chai, 2782-6689

8 Finance St., Central, 3196-8888

Running now until 21 Feb. Central Harbourfront Event Space, 9 Lung Wo Rd., Central, tgec.asia. $125 entrance ticket includes 10 tokens

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DATE NIGHT

The Color of Love

Starry-Eyed Night

Romance is in the air at Ammo, with a five-course Valentine’s Day meal that is sure to get the sparks flying.

Red and pink make ample appearances throughout the meal, starting from a Red Prawn Mojito with heirloom tomato and pomelo, moving on to Kobe Beef Two Ways with pink potato and bourbon sauce, and finishing with a sweet white chocolate mousse with rose jelly, lavender ice cream and a heart-shaped chocolate topper—it can’t get more perfect for indulging in the loveydovey holiday. Round off the night with a glass of champagne and a smooch.

There’s nothing more romantic for a pair of star-crossed lovers than actual stargazing. Ditch the smog-filled city air and head to Hong Kong Astropark instead, where you can see the stars clearly from the High Island Reservoir. With recreational, educational and astronomical facilities, the Hong Kong Astropark is the place to go for those who can name the constellations to those who just want to see some pretty lights. The whole area covers about 1,200 square meters, so find a quiet spot with your hubby and enjoy the twinkling night lights.

$1,080 includes a glass of champagne, available Feb 14. Asia Society Hong Kong Center, 9 Justice Drive, Admiralty, 2537-9888

Take Citybus 698R or Green Minibus 7 to Pak Tam Chung, Sai Kung. From there, it’s a 15-minute cab ride. Note that private cars are not permitted inside the park

Bring on the Pasta

Tea for Two

The Italians know the true meaning of “amore” (hint: it has to do with food), so why not head to Pirata this holiday to spoil your other half with some delicious handmade pastas and generous lashings of wine? Chef Stefano Rossi serves up a six-course feast with a focus on seasonality and hearty flavors that are sure to put a smile on your face and a warm glow in your belly.

They say the couple that eats together, stays together, so we’re betting this will be a great way to kick off the year of romance.

If you don’t want all the pressure and formality of sitting through a multi-course degustation menu, why not cozy up with your loved one over afternoon tea? The “Strawberry Symphony” Afternoon Tea Buffet at The Park Hotel sounds like a glorious way to indulge in the bright red fruit, with an array of sweet appetizers and even a savory spread to highlight the versatility of the strawberry. Explore their adventurous creations like spare ribs with strawberry and sweet corn and strawberry toastie. A tea set is also available for those who prefer table service.

$588 per person includes a glass of prosecco, available on Feb 14.

30/F, 239 Hennessy Rd., Wan Chai, 2887-0270, pirata.hk

$168 for the afternoon tea buffet, $148-198 for the tea set; available from 3-5pm (tea set only on weekdays). The Park Hotel, 61-65 Chatham Rd. South, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2731-2168

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WISHLIST

ABOUT TOWN Life in the Hong Kong Lane

HOT OPENING

Work It Brand new Hong Kong-based online store 9to6 is all about fashion that can effortlessly take you from the office to happy hour (without breaking the bank, either). Founded by college friends Vikki Cheung and Hugo Tse, everything’s done in-house, from the initial sketch to final product, with great emphasis on quality and individuality. We love their delicate lace details paired with functional and conservative cuts that won’t push the workplace dress code, but still adds a little suggestive flair. Perfect for date nights during the week!

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Formula For Success Released in fall last year, the BabyNes nutrition system is a smart feeding process that helps new parents prepare milk formula at the exact temperature and volume of water required. The BabyNes machine reads the barcode on each formula milk capsule, then you simply insert the capsule, press a button and voila: It’s as easy as preparing a cup of Nespresso coffee. It also comes with an iPhone app, MyBabyNes, which records and monitors all the details of each feed, as well as serves as an online shopping platform to buy new formula capsules.

BabyNes Machine for $2,288; Box of 26 capsules for $548; From babynes.com.hk or MotherCourt, Shop G03, G/F, Man Yee Arcade, Man Yee Building, 68 Des Voeux Rd., Central, 2522-8934

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Make a Pact A lifesaver for all parents with teens, smartphone and tablet app OurPact is the secret weapon to balancing internet usage for kids. The app allows you to set up a family account and you can restrict or grant periods of internet or app usage—particularly useful to punish bad behavior and reward good, but also to teach responsibility and stop kids from scrolling through their Facebook feeds all night! You’re also able to block and allow individual apps, which means homework that requires technology can still be done with no hindrance and distractions.

Available for iOS devices from ourpact.com

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LOOKBOOK Tania Cheung came back to Hong Kong after graduating from London College of Fashion and was startled by the lack of creativity in the local fashion scene, eventually starting her business, Miss Runner, a local online sportswear company, in March 2015. Collaborating with photographers and artists, she personally designs the unique and runway-inspired patterns on her garments. She sits down with The List’s Kate Lok to talk about some her style favorites. missrunner.com

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1. DIY formal gown Since I spent most of my school years abroad, I met a lot of friends from all around the world in boarding school. When one of my friends got married, we all decided to make our own gowns for the wedding, showcasing our own character and culture. This one I made a few years back is one of my proudest works.

2. Nike fly-knits

4. Miss Runner yoga mat

These are my go-to trainers. I wear them every day to my workout and even to work. They are just so comfortable and the gray and white color tones go with everything. I especially like taking them when I travel, because they can be folded up easily and don’t take up much space in my suitcase.

This is one of the most popular items on the Miss Runner site, and it is for a reason. These yoga mats are not only designed with runway patterns, but are also machine washable and very lightweight, which makes it super convenient to lug around.

3. MAC lip balm

I don’t want to sound biased, but these Miss Runner sweaters are really some of my favorite items of clothing.

They are really comfortable, breathable and they look good, and that is really important because it really motivates me to push myself harder during my workout.

I picked up this limited edition MAC lip balm at the airport duty-free. It has quickly become one of my must-have essentials. I like that it is moisturizing, long-lasting and gives my lips a pretty sheen. I wish I’d bought more of these.

5. Miss Runner sweater

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WISHLIST

BEAUTY & WELLNESS Your guide to looking fit and fabulous TRIED & TESTED

Skin Laundry The test subject: Evelyn Lok The buzz: The Santa Monica-based skin clinic, known for its laser and IPL skin treatments, has finally made its first global outpost, with three clinics already across Hong Kong.

The experience: Skin Laundry’s clinic is not at all the austere, sterile lab environment as first-timers to laser treatments might imagine. Instead it’s clean and contemporary, with a refreshing, almost beachy brushed wood interior. After checking in at an iPad, you’re led to a vanity area where the aesthetician hands you a lightly scented wipe to remove all your makeup, before talking you through the treatment process in your curtained cubicle.

The treatment: Skin Laundry’s signature treatment has nothing to do with “washing” per se, but instead uses laser to vaporize the dirt and dead skin cell buildup on your skin through a two-part process: A quick blast of IPL (Intense Pulse

Light, working to even out skin tone) which takes only a few seconds, followed by less than 10 minutes of careful lasering on each section of your face. Having never done any IPL or laser treatments before, the latter part of the session felt like a hot ballpoint pen was dragged across my skin, but was completely tolerable—although the beautician remarked that I was brave for not crying out in pain.

The takeaway: Straight after the treatment, whiteheads and bumps near my nose had instantly disintegrated. The next day, though, one or two spots broke out on my cheeks, though the rest of my skin was noticeably balanced and smooth for the next week or so. It will take plenty more sessions to feel the long-term benefits of clear and evened out skin for sure, but for an incredibly time-efficient deep cleanse, you almost don’t feel like opting for a full facial ever again. Almost. $550 per session. Three clinics, including 12/F, Century Square, 1-13 D’Aguilar St., Central, 2704-0166, skinlaundry.hk

50 Shades of Lips One new beauty collection we’re coveting is Tom Ford’s epic Lips & Boys range, featuring a whopping 50 different shades of lipsticks. Inspired by the edginess of a woman wearing a man’s suit, each shade is given a masculine name, such as the cherry-red Alejandro, the deep plum Liam, and the maroon Drake (which close to sold out on the first day of its launch!). Lipsticks are available for $280 each, $2,800 for a 10-piece set, and the full 50-piece shebang with gift box for $15,400.

Lane Crawford, Times Square, 1 Matheson Rd., Causeway Bay, 2110-4725

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Not Your First Rodial

Hardcore ladies may get a kick out of this controversialsounding product: Rodial’s bestselling Dragon’s Blood Sculpting Gel ($850) helps to iron out wrinkles and firm up loose, stressed out skin with the combination of “dragon’s blood,” or the red sap from the sangre de drago tree, and hyaluronic acid.

Joyce Beauty, Shop G106, Gateway Arcade, Harbour City, 3-37 Canton Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2367-0860

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Right Back ‘Tatcha Girl

Need a pick-me-up after the partying season?

Inspired by the delicate, ancient beauty regimens of geishas, Tatcha’s latest Luminous Deep Hydration Lifting Mask ($880/four masks) consists of water-rich Okinawan red algae and hyaluronic acid. It’s not just any paper sheet mask, instead adopting a cellulose gel structure made from coconut—originally a technology developed for burn victims—for maximum serum absorption.

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Original Sin

Wake up tired, dehydrated skin with Origins’ newest two-step moisturizing regimen based on the Chinese daffodil (which you see everywhere during Chinese New Year), which includes an Oil-Infused Serum ($650) that acts as an initial emollient, and the indulgent Nourishing Cream ($650) which packs on moisture—perfect for the dry winter.

Origins, Shop 1079, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 3188-1826, origins.hk

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WISHLIST

WHAT’S IN Valentine’s Day Vixen

Rigby & Peller Shop 2118, Harbour City, 3-37 Canton Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2175-3050

Private Shop Shop 105, Isquare, 63 Nathan Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2682-6500

Balcony bra with belt detail, $1,050 from Aubade

Lace bra with collar, $2,840 from Aubade @ Rigby & Peller

Lace boyshorts, $1,710 from Aubade

Garter belt, $770 from Aubade

Pink $1,98

Lace panty with belt detail, $760 from Aubade

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WISHLIST

Pink satin sleepwear set, $1,980 from Vannina Vesperini @ Private Shop

Red lace bra, $900 from Simone Perele @ Rigby & Peller

Red lace teddy, $990 from Eberjey @ Rigby & Peller Red lace panty, $530 from Simone Perele

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RECIPES

KISS THE COOK Monthly recipes from Mango Menus

Now the silly season is behind us, and as you may be following a January detox, here are two healthier recipes to keep you on track. If coffee has been one to ditch for the new year, you might like to try matcha in our latte recipe. This Japanese tea has over a hundred times more antioxidants than regular green tea and is said to boost the metabolism and burn calories, while helping to detoxify the body naturally and improve one’s mood. Also try our quinoa salad as a side or lunch dish. This is one of the most talked about grains these days as it is one of the few plant-based sources offering complete protein. We have combined it with lots of fresh herbs, more protein from the edamame beans, as well as avocado—the right kind of fat for our bodies.

Matcha Latte YOU’LL NEED:

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2 cups of your milk of choice (cow, almond, soy, rice)

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1 tsp pure matcha green tea powder (not the instant or sweetened kind)

Whisk the ingredients together or blend them in a food processor until the matcha powder has dissolved and the mixture becomes frothy.

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1 tbsp maple syrup or your sweetener of choice

Makes one large serving.

Founded by Helen Scott, Mango Menus creates unique, mouth-watering recipes that contain healthy and nutritious ingredients. mangomenus.com

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Green Quinoa Salad YOU’LL NEED:

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1 cup uncooked quinoa

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3 cups vegetable stock (1 veggie bouillon or stock cube dissolved in water)

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½ cup peas

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2 cups edamame in their pods

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Half a cucumber

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½ cup fresh coriander leaves

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½ cup fresh mint leaves

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2 stalks spring onion

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Juice of 1 lemon

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1 tsp ground cumin

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1 avocado

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2 tbsp olive oil

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Salt & pepper, to taste

METHOD: 1. Rinse your quinoa under the tap to remove its bitter taste, then

simmer it for 10-15 minutes in vegetable stock until cooked— when it turns slightly transparent.

2. During this time, boil your peas and edamame until cooked, drain

and de-pod the latter.

3. Peel and dice your cucumber. Wash and chop your fresh herbs

and spring onion.

4. Mix the ground cumin with the lemon juice then cut open your

avocado and dice it. Quickly put the avocado in the lemon juice and cumin mixture to prevent it from oxidizing.

5. Once the quinoa is cooked, spread it out over a large plate so it

cools down quickly. Once cool, combine it with the rest of the ingredients, including the olive oil, and season to taste.

Serves 3-4 adults as a light lunch or side. Ideal with cold chicken, feta or goat cheese, and chutney or tomato chilli jam.

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COVER STORY

It’s 2016 and we’re starting the new year off with a bit of love and positivity.

We spoke to three organizations in Hong Kong who want to take the best features of our city and make them even better. From dreaming of ways to make our city more livable, to paying homage to the SAR’s best creative minds, to respecting Hong Kong’s natural green spaces, here are three initiatives celebrating the city to pay attention to…

By Evelyn Lok and Charmaine Ng.

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The Hongkongers part of Harbourloop’s proposed branding campaign

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COVER STORY

Heart of the Harbour What could be a more iconic symbol of our city than Victoria Harbour? While it offers magnificent views day and night, vast stretches of inaccessible coastline mean that the harbor is sadly falling far behind its full potential—for business, leisure or tourism.

That’s why design and branding firm Lead 8 has dreamed up an ambitious harborfront project named Harbourloop. Still in the initial proposal stages, Harbourloop aims to be a 23km-long pedestrian and cycling circuit linking the strip along Hong Kong Island from Sheung Wan to Shau Kei Wan, crossing the harbor to East Kowloon and looping back along Kai Tak to the West Kowloon Cultural District.

“In Copenhagen, 50 percent of commuters cycle to work. In Hong Kong, half a percent,” says Simon Blore, Lead 8’s director.

“What if we could create a way where you could jog, walk, or cycle to work?”By helping to reduce the number of vehicles in general, Harbourloop could potentially combat pollution and help lower temperatures during our notoriously hot summers. And of course, it’ll give tourists and locals an even better landmark to visit or be proud of.

The project needs a lot more awareness and support. By the end of 2015, only initial talks had been underway with the Harbourfront Commission. “There isn’t really a timeline as we’ve got no control over the outcome,” says Blore. He suggests that a single overarching Harbourfront Authority—which does not yet exist—is needed to make planning decisions, rather than relying on the five government departments that currently govern the harborfront.

Places to relax along the harbor, an unpolluted skyline and an eco-friendly, life-changing landmark that will make us even more proud of our city: Let’s hope it becomes a reality soon.

Stay tuned for updates on Harbourloop at Lead-8.com.

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Country Lovin’ Following public debates in the past two years on rezoning country park space into residential land, the fate of Hong Kong’s green spaces is still in limbo. TrailWatch is an independent, non-profit organization that’s resolved to make our countryside matter again.

According to TrailWatch, 78 percent of Hongkongers have hiked in the past year. But how many are relying on rudimentary blogs and out-of-date images for directions? TrailWatch brings the 21st century into Hong Kong’s backyard through a new smartphone app that combines hiking with nature conservation.

On the TrailWatch app, you’re able to search and track your own trail paths, making it easier for you to stay on the right route. Routes are also automatically generated by selecting start and end points.

Meanwhile, eco-vandalism still remains a problem. The app allows users to report and check on instances of vandalism using GPS and real-time updates. TrailWatch then follows up on these cases, shunning government bureaucracy by putting the responsibility of protecting our countryside in our own hands.

The major issue threatening Hong Kong’s country parks?

Development, of course. “Trees are being cut down for money. Space is sold for money. The government says they need to take the space for residential purposes, but in reality they’re still planned for low density, luxury apartments, which don’t really solve anything. There’s a real conflict of interest there, and it’s a tough battle to fight,” says program manager Harriet Cheng.

The benefits that protecting our natural land can bring are evergreen, but we’ll need each and every person to pay attention and fight to protect these spaces, however we can.

Download the TrailWatch app (for Android and iOS) from trailwatch.hk. Interested in becoming a Nature Watchers volunteer? The program is accepting applicants in the first quarter of 2016.

Check online for more.

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Celebrating Creativity In a spin on commercial hotel art fairs, Hung Hom’s Hotel Sáv has brought together 22 artists to create works inspired by the theme of “love,” spreading across the corridors and 19 rooms of the hotel’s 22nd floor, known as the Floor of Love. The target isn’t to sell the works. Instead, the project aims to support to Hong Kong artists beyond the commercial realm.

creating.” Despite the stress, Chan has had the drive to carry on for eight years now.

Taking over Room 2222 (pictured) is Hong Kong artist Sim Chan, who’s known for his work on kites. In his room, the oil painting “Twinkling City” spans the wall, reaching to its very edges. Chan interprets Hong Kong’s as a labyrinth of high-rises, with a clear blue sky that takes up the upper half.

He says that having a disability has only heightened his focus and passion for photography and allowed him to communicate with the world. “To me, art acts as a connection. Photography is my form of communication. I always feel that the visual speaks louder than words. Typical Hongkongers still don’t have a great attitude towards art, but only because they never pause to really look at a piece.”

As a young artist, Chan retains a passion for his craft despite his doubts. “Creating art as a full-time job scares me… when will I finally break and fail? Money earned from selling an artwork is used to pay the rent for my studio in Fo Tan, which I need to continue

A crucial part of the project is the focus on the work of eight disabled artists in an attempt to spread awareness and a message of equality. Among the featured artists is award-winning photographer Jack Li (work pictured above), who is hearing-impaired.

Take the time to stop and look, and you’ll realize just how much creativity in Hong Kong goes unnoticed.

Hotel Sáv, 83 Wuhu St., Hung Hom, 2275-8888, hotelsav.com.

Rooms booked on the “Floor of Love” are discounted until the end of the year, with 15 percent of income going to the Make-A-Wish Hong Kong and Art with the Disabled Association Hong Kong.

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DAYS OUT WITH A DIFFERENCE Cheung Chau The small size of this outlying island means that everything is easily reachable within walking distance. But don’t underestimate its size: this island has a boat load of cool places to offer. An easy ferry ride away from Central, Cheung Chau attracts plenty of day trippers with its grasp on local tradition and culture, beautiful beaches and epic eats. The perfect lazy weekend getaway.

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Check out the stunning views from the southwestern coast of Cheung Chau, where the infamous pirate Cheung Po Tsai’s supposed treasure trove cave is— you might want to try exploring it but it’s very cramped. Grab some delicious local snacks and drinks and spend a lazy afternoon looking out to the shimmering water and lapping waves of the ocean.

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This Tin Hau Temple in Sai Wan is almost 200 years old and is still in use, showing how much the islanders respect the Goddess of the Sea, Tin Hau. Inside this temple, you’ll find a bronze bell dating back to late 18th century. The small porch behind the Temple gives you a great view of the beautiful beach below.

Spiral Potato Chips On your way back to the ferry pier, be sure to stop by Island Brewery, a hole in the wall snack shop that whips out the island’s famous spiral potato chip sticks for about $20 a pop.

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THE LIST’S LEADING LADIES

WENDY CHEUNG “Hong Kong is a shopping paradise.

It is a blessing and a curse: It’s too easy to buy things, things that are cheap and often wasteful.” who don’t normally buy second-hand items look for their needs in a secondhand store first.

Hong Kong is a shopping paradise.

It is a blessing and a curse: It’s too easy to buy things that are cheap and often wasteful.

Many clothing shops don’t even let you try the clothes before buying, and that really creates a lot of waste.

Wendy Cheung is the founder of Green Ladies, a store run by St. James’ Settlement, that curates a selection of second-hand ladies’ apparel and accessories. She talks to Adrienne Chum about how the store evolved and her dream of eradicating the bias against second-hand items.

I am a Hongkonger, born and raised here. I originally studied marketing, and was the first marketing officer at St. James’ Settlement in 1999.

At the time, NGOs rarely had marketing officers. Back then, we did corporate training for the employees, training soft skills like stress management but in the social sector.

In 2007, Hong Kong began paying more attention to social issues and NGOs began to garner more attention, support, and funding from the government.

We already provided many services, like machine recycling and repairs, so we thought, why not start

a new one? We wanted to promote green daily living, so we opened Green Ladies in 2008.

The problem was, out of 100 pieces we could only sell 25. The view on second-hand items was very negative.

So we did a complete 180 degree turn in 2011: We started getting much pickier with donations. We chose clothes that were in newer condition, we made sure they were clean and odor-free, and our store became more of a sustainable boutique.

We wanted to change consumers’ perspective.

In many western countries, people regularly buy used goods.

But Hongkongers don’t. Many think of used goods as old, yellowing, dirty and falling apart.

A survey we conducted showed that 85 percent of Hongkongers do not buy second-hand clothes. This is why I don’t see our shop as successful yet.

It won’t be successful until people

I used to buy so much stuff, too.

But after running the store, I’ve been so much more conscious about my purchases. I’ve bought much less.

What’s the difference between a pair of pearl earrings and a pair of pearl-andgem earrings, in the end?

Green living is now a lifestyle for me, too.

It’s starting to change, and I’m glad.

Many people who visit Green Ladies buy their first used clothes here.

The government has gotten better about being eco-friendly, too. There has been more legislation and action promoting recycling.

But it’s important to remember that recycling also includes reusing.

I dream of a day when people make a habit of checking a used store before the new store. That is how we can live a greener life.

Various locations including G/F, St. James’ Settlement Headquarters, 85 Stone Nullah Lane, Wan Chai, 2831-3204, greenladies.sjs.org.hk

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Spotlight on: Kwai Tsing From a buzzing post-war industrial town, Kwai Tsing is adopting a more creative, laidback lifestyle that can offer the visitor a fascinating break from the city. The industrial buildings that once housed factories are now offices, workshops, artist studios, coffee shops and concept stores, with a new and vibrant creative energy to be found.

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Industrial Revolution Although Hong Kong is now primarily a service-based economy, it was once one of the foremost manufacturing hubs of Asia. You can still see evidence of the city’s industrial past in its outer districts as a new generation of artistic talent moves in here.

Creative Industries A living example of the city’s industrial heritage can be found in Chai Wan, on the east of Hong Kong Island.

Industrial buildings that shot up along the rapidly expanding waterfront in the mid-70s are now home to an interesting collection of galleries, exhibition spaces, workshops and art collaborations. Stop by YY9 Gallery for work by emerging and renowned local artists, or Vertical Art Space, a funky exhibition of art that occupies 10 floors of a stairwell.

Artistic Makeovers Behind Aberdeen marina in the Southern District, Wong Chuk Hang is also undergoing a makeover. Spacious warehouse buildings that were once factories are now inhabited by up-and-coming artists, design studios and exhibition spaces. Guide yourself through an artistic tour of the neighborhood, popping in and out of these old factories; ride a large cargo lift to a nondescript floor and you’ll emerge into a high-ceilinged, reimagined creative space.

Transforming Futures These areas of Hong Kong may have come from humble beginnings, but they have been constantly undergoing transformation since the 1950s. Through an industrial revolution and creative evolution, these unique, mosaicked corners of the city bear witness to Hong Kong’s socioeconomic past, present and future.

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Old Meets New One example of this is Here Workshop, where the traditional handicraft of woodworking works in sync with a young, creative spirit, resulting in a range of unique gifts. Sparkolada DIY Projects is another unusual concept hidden inside an old industrial building. The studio runs regular workshops teaching you how to transform fresh-cut flowers into a preserved arrangement.

Coffee and Culture Neighborhood favorite Soulmate Coffee incorporates unique flavors such as crème brulée or rose into a standard cappuccino. Meanwhile Alchemist Café Bistro—a creative space set up with the traveler in mind is well stocked with travel books you’re free to read over a platter of antipasti, or you can take part in one of the regular travelsharing sessions and music shows.

Wide Open Space As well as these new creative industries popping up around the

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district, Kwai Tsing has also been remodeling much of its land into green, open spaces. Tsing Yi Park is a former hillside cemetery now dotted with pebbled walking trails, scenic lakes and waterfalls and maple trees. Just a short walk away is Tsing Yi Promenade, a 2km-long walkway that offers great views. It’s an idyllic spot for Hongkongers, who you’ll often see practicing Tai Chi or fishing.

Head online to www.DiscoverHongKong.com/ InsidersGuide to create your personalized itinerary for Kwai Tsing.

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SUSTAINABLE FOOD SHOPS Eat clean and ethically sourced foods

Beauty and Juice If you live on Kowloon side and you’re looking for a juice cleanse that won’t break the bank, try the newly opened Beauty and Juice in Kwun Tong. It offers a range of juices freshly made from fruits sourced directly from the Yau Ma Tei fruit market, for half the price of what it costs in Central, including juice cleanse sets for $300. As a plus for those who prefer warm drinks, Beauty and Juice will gladly heat up your bottles for you without compromising the nutritional content. Glass bottle return is available at the shop.

Shop G60, E Plaza, 7 Shing Yip St., Kwun Tong, 5202-8803, facebook.com/ beautyandjuice

Dragontail Farm The farmers behind Dragontail aim big: they want to combat climate change and fossil fuel depletion, and you can help them out by supporting local produce.

Dragontail offers a range of seasonal vegetables and fruits—check back on

the website for the latest news and prices. If you’re wondering about the farm itself, day tours (complete with kidfriendly activities) are provided all week.

Delivery is free throughout Mui Wo. Luk Tei Tong, Mui Wo, Lantau, 5422-2844, leoying.wix.com/dragontail-farm

Evergreens Republic Worried about the use of machinery and petrochemicals even in organic farms?

Evergreens Republic is one of the largest aquaponics greenhouse farms in Southeast Asia. A major benefit of their farming process is that crops that may not be easy to come by locally can be grown year-round right in our land.

Get your fresh greens picked within 24 hours of your order being placed online.

If you’re strapped for time even to shop on the internet, Evergreens Republic offers subscription boxes and the delivery is free of charge.

2472-0038, evergreensrepublic.com

Farm Direct With their retail shops widely distributed citywide, you can’t miss Farm Direct. Their pesticide- and contamination-free produce is grown in their own hydroponic farm in the New Territories. Other than the veggies, you’ll also find a wide selection of organic grocery items, including not only the typical condiments and drinks but also quirkier finds such as lettuceflavored ice cream.

Various branches including G/F, 429 Lockhart Rd., Wan Chai, 2431-1088, farmdirect.hk

Foodcraft Hong Kong-based online shop Foodcraft offers something for anyone with dietary restrictions or who suffers from allergies. They are known for their handcrafted healthy foods: think organic, raw, vegan and gluten-free snacks such as dairy-free coconut yogurt, raw granola, zoodles (zucchini noodles), dehydrated fruits, raw flaxseed

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Wild Roots Organic Farm

Yuen Long. Fresh produce is offered for sale and regular farming workshops and educational activities are held at the site. Go grocery shopping and check out the solar energy station while keeping the little ones entertained as they pick their own fruits in the organic strawberry field and meet the farm animals.

Sze Pai Shek, Kam Tin, Yuen Long, New Territories, 5579-2178, gogreenlife.com.hk

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crackers… the list goes on. For your cooking needs, they stock homemade almond and coconut butters too.

Flat A, 21/F, Yiuga Factory Building, 62 Victoria Rd., Kennedy Town, 2884-1299, foodcraft.hk

Green Common Now that “Green Monday” is a widely known concept in Hong Kong, the social enterprise behind it has opened Green Common, an all-vegetarian grocery store that provides sustainable and responsibly-sourced goods to its customers. The Central branch also holds regular events with a focus on green living, including free seminars from experts and cooking classes.

Shop 1, 1/F, Nan Fung Place, 173 Des Voeux Rd. Central, 2263-3153, greencommon.com

Hello Kitty Go Green Organic Farm One for the kiddies, Hello Kitty Go Green Organic Farm is just as its name states—it’s a Hello Kitty themed farm in

Want to eat sustainably, but sick of finding imported goods in stores for at least double the price of what they’d be selling for in their country of origin? iHerb may just be the answer. Their web store retails almost every brand you can think of and stocks everything that is needed for a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to your typical organic or vegetarian food items, there are also beauty goods, home goods, baby items and fitness items. You’ll surely find what you’re looking for—at much cheaper prices too, and this is including the shipping fees. hk.iherb.com

Wild Roots Organic Farm Started by Fai Hui, who has racked up the many titles of rooftop farming specialist, certified horticulturist and organic inspector, Wild Roots Organic Farm is known for their “farm to table” produce. Seedlings and vegetables alike are available for purchase directly from the farm (with a minimum spend of $150 per person).

Email faihui@gmail.com to enquire about buying vegetables. San Uk Tsai, Tan Chuk Hang, Fanling, 9731-9120, wildrootsorganic.com

Zumufi Zumufi is a play on the pronunciation of “smoothie” (get it?) and that’s exactly what the little store in Sheung Wan offers. It has a menu of smoothies tailored to suit just about anyone— from easily quaffable fruity drinks to the denser varieties which contain handfuls of superfoods for the passionate. As an environmentally friendly bonus, everything is served in compostable cups.

Shop D, G/F, Willy Commercial Building, 28-36 Wing Kut St., Sheung Wan, 2949-9829, zumufi.com

Helloqube Allowing you to conveniently shop at multiple organic farms at the click of a button, Helloqube is an online platform for ORC certified organic goods grown locally in Hong Kong. As the produce is sourced from many farms, a wide range of fruits and vegetables are available for sale, so you don’t have to search around for that one particular food. Delivery is free of charge to Hong Kong Island.

5970-4728, helloqube.com

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Supercharge your diet Five must-have superfoods to keep in your pantry Banana flour We all know bananas are good for you: stemming from the “nice-cream” craze—replacing fat and cream with frozen bananas in dessert—comes the banana in a new form: banana flour. Used as a starch replacement (hence perfect for paleo eaters), the flour comes with all the goodness of its original form and helps aid digestion, combat depression and lower blood pressure… and these are just three of the infinite benefits.

How to eat: As it tastes exactly like banana, the gluten-free powder can be mixed into yoghurts or milks to create a power pudding. Use it in homemade treats as a healthy substitute for flour—it contains a high starch content so you can use up to 30 percent less than required in your recipes.

The Nutri-Fruit Banana Powder can be conveniently ordered online and delivered straight to your door from iherb.com

Baobab Move aside acai berries, and make way for the new superstar of 2016.

Baobab is derived from fruit of the African “Tree of Life” that can be cracked open and dried into a powder.

Suitable for vegan- and gluten-free diets, the superfood is packed with antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals.

How to eat: The possibilities are endless: baobab can be sprinkled onto smoothies or other dishes for a nutritional boost, or mixed into dips and oils and even shaken into cocktails.

Social enterprise Baola is the force behind the growing Baobab movement throughout Hong Kong. Further information on their organization, recipes and a list of retailers of the superfood can be found on baobab.com.hk.

Maca powder Instead of taking multivitamins, why not incorporate maca powder into your diet instead? A root vegetable grown in the Peruvian Andes, it’s been used as a medicine in South America for centuries by Incan warriors to enhance strength and endurance before battles. Maca contains calcium and magnesium to support bone health and contribute to immunity, and potassium to help maintain balanced blood pressure levels.

How to eat: Mix 1-2 teaspoons of maca powder into your favorite drinks: tea and coffee as well as smoothies and more. The superfood is also a great healthy addition to desserts and condiments.

Find varieties of maca powder online at lifeproject.hk

How to eat: In addition to using it in day-to-day cooking, ginger can be used to make tea, to add a spicy kick as a seasoning and as ingredients for soups. Ginger oil, made by grating ginger, can even be used during bath time as a great soak for sore muscles.

Available at most grocery stores and wet markets.

Kombucha You may have heard of kombucha as the “immortal health elixir” and it is indeed a true superfood bursting with enzymes, probiotics and antioxidants. It is widely claimed that the consumption of kombucha tea provides detoxification effects by aiding digestion and helps with joint health. With different flavours depending on how long the fermented tea has been brewing, it can taste pleasantly earthy to acidic.

How to eat: There are multiple premade kombucha teas in the market or if you’re feeling up to it, ferment your own tea using a culture of bacteria and yeast.

Purchase pre-made kombucha teas across the city at Just Green, with multiple locations listed on justgreen.com.hk

Ginger There’s a reason why the humble ginger root is so commonly used in cooking in Asian countries—it’s a powerhouse containing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Research has proven that it is ideal as a remedy for nausea and indigestion that comes with colds, flus and headaches. Recently, there have even been studies on using it to ease joint problems.

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Three recipes will be taught at each two-hour course.

By Mrs Anita Lam • Starting: January 20, 27, February 3, 24, March 2 • Wednesdays, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm • Fee: Full Course of 5 lessons $450 or individual lesson $95

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Students will learn a full set of meal including Starter, Main Course and Dessert in each lesson.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Show some love at these charities around town

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Food Angel

Hong Kong Dog Rescue

Food Angel is a food rescue and food assistance program launched in 2011

by Bo Charity Foundation. The program salvages edible surplus food from different sectors of the food industry in the city that would otherwise be disposed of as waste. The saved food items will then be prepared as nutritious hot meals and be redistributed to serve the underprivileged communities in Hong Kong. Sign up as a volunteer to help prepare meals at their central kitchen in Chai Wan, or help serve meals to beneficiaries in their Sham Shui Po community centre.

HKDR was founded in 2003 for saving dogs and puppies from the Hong Kong Government’s AFCD, where around 10,000 of them are put down every year. At Hong Kong Dog Rescue, there are around 400 medium to large sized dogs waiting for adoption, and in the meantime they are looking for volunteers that will help with dog walking, grooming and socializing.

No experience is necessary; all you need is a love for dogs, a responsible attitude, and to complete a mandatory orientation session ($100) at either their Tai Po kennel or Ap Lei Chau Homing Centre, where experienced volunteers will coach you with important safety information and give a tour around the kennel.

foodangel.org.hk

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Sunshine Action Sunshine Action was established in 2008 and since then, they have been actively helping out the less privileged

with the main priority for low-income families, elderly, single parents, HIV/ AIDS and cancer patients, the homeless and street sleepers, etc. They are always open for volunteer participation.

On Feb 3, Sunshine Action will be visiting the homeless in Nam Cheong and giving out free food boxes to them. sunshine-action.org

The Hub Hong Kong Children and Youth Centre The Hub is a children’s support concept which originated from Australia.

They are committed to help children in disadvantaged circumstances especially concerning economic and social opportunities. They acknowledge that not all children are given the same opportunity and they wish to give children the chance to find a better environment to develop into contributing members of the community. Volunteer to provide free homework guidance or household visits. thehubhk.org

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Be a dog-walker for HKDR

Prepare meals for the poor with surplus food items collected by Food Angel

Bring Me a Book Hong Kong BMAB aims to be an advocate for family literacy by facilitating access to quality children’s books and empowering parents and educators to read aloud.

Volunteer to help make plastic protective covers for the books that they donate, be a trained storyteller for storytelling sessions at community centers and libraries, or contribute new content for the organization’s website and social media platforms. bringmeabook.org.hk

HandsOn Hong Kong HandsOn Hong Kong was founded in 2007 aiming to mobilize and empower the community to help cater to all pressing social needs in Hong Kong.

The charity actively recruits volunteers and promotes 10 weekly activities for people to join, ranging from visiting and aiding the elderly and children, to helping out at women’s organizations and more.

HK Animal Speak

24 Hour Race

HK Animal Speak started as a website in 2008 to improve the availability for animal welfare and pet information in Hong Kong. Its mission is to help reduce the population of unwanted animals through educational online resources. Since then, they have been providing welfare services such as education in schools, medical funds for abused and injured animals, online vet support and more. You can volunteer with the organization by signing up as a “foster parent” for animals, following them along to school visits and animal care courses, or helping out at their Barking Lot Café.

The 24 Hour Race is an annual endurance race where students team up and challenge themselves to a 24-hour relay run. Every lap they run is sponsored by the schools and local families to fundraise for organizations that work to eradicate all forms of modern slavery. Do your part to raise funds and awareness and stop exploitation in Asia.

24hourrace.org

Arts with the Disabled Association Hong Kong

NPV, short for Non-Profit Making Veterinary Clinic was established in 2005 with the aim to provide necessary healthcare and veterinary services for dogs and cats at an affordable price. They are constantly recruiting volunteers who are willing to help out with transporting animals to and from clinics, temporarily housing animals that have just gone through surgery, or just helping out at their various events.

The Arts with the Disabled Association (ADA) Hong Kong is an NGO dedicated to promoting equal access and participation for people with disabilities. With the vision “Arts are for Everyone” in mind, the ADA works in both rehabilitation and the arts field, and organizes numerous activities to popularize arts among those with disabilities and promote work by disabled artists. They also work with the public to encourage integration and inclusion through arts. Become a volunteer to help out from clerical work to assisting their promotional work and activities.

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POST-HOLIDAY CLEANUP Declutter your life

BooksMart

Carousell

In your attempt to become the new knowledgeable you for the new year, you’ve accidentally requested books as gifts for Christmas… and now you have no motivation to tackle the tower of books next to your bed. Take away some of your guilt by donating them to BooksMart. This Sai Ying Pun bookstore sells new and used books at discounted prices with an online catalogue that you can browse through (and there’s even home delivery for the lazy ones). Or, if you’re strapped for cash, BooksMart also does consignments for your unwanted reads. For now, this service is suspended but check back on their website for updates and rules.

Mobile marketplace app Carousell allows you to sell your unwanted goods. Listings are easily made just by snapping a photo on your phone and adding all the details in the caption— just as easy as Instagramming your food. Signing up only takes a second and the app is freely available for iOS and Android devices.

Flat 212, 11/F, Glorious Commercial Building, 210-212 Des Voeux Rd. West, Sai Ying Pun, 2620-5035, booksmarthk.com

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Crossroads Foundation One of the most well-known places in Hong Kong to donate goods to those in need, Crossroads Foundation was founded with the intention to connect the valuable resources we have in Hong Kong with those in need around the world.

Currently they’re in urgent need of bunk beds, baby cots and other household furniture and essentials: Send photos of your items to Crossroads through their easy-to-use online form, and they’ll get back to you on whether

they’ll accept them and the next steps to proceed.

Building 40, Crossroads Village, 2 Castle Peak Rd., Tuen Mun, New Territories, 29849309, crossroads.org.hk

Food Angel Let’s face it, that zombie apocalypse is never going to come… and your copious cans of sardines will never be finished before the expiry date.

Waste not by donating to Food Angel, a food assistance program launched

by Bo Charity Foundation. The program collects edible surplus food from the food industry and is then prepared in the organization’s kitchens to feed the underprivileged across Hong Kong.

So part with your beloved spam and fresh foods that you’ll never be able to finish and reduce waste while relieving poverty.

3/F, Fung Sing Building, 235 Hai Tan St., Sham Shui Po, Kowloon, 3118-2348, www.foodangel.org.hk

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KNOW & TEL will either be directly helping people in need, such as the elderly or homeless, or sold in the charity’s Family Stores with the proceeds going back into The Salvation Army’s community programs.

Donation bins are dotted throughout Hong Kong and Macau.

Various collection points, including 11 Wing Sing Lane, Yau Ma Tei, salvationarmy.org.hk

JupYeah

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure at JupYeah

JupYeah means both “tidying up” and “taking stuff” in Cantonese and that’s exactly what the group is about: Giving away stuff you may not need and taking useful things you want in exchange. Founded in 2011 by three girls, JupYeah has grown exponentially and has taken Hong Kong by storm with regular citywide swap meets— each of which gets attendance from over a thousand juppers! Head to their website to browse through the things on offer, and keep an eye out for the next swap party. jupyeah.com

Oxfam Hong Kong H&M Did you know that H&M was the first fashion company to launch a garment collection initiative? The company gladly takes in your old clothes as a part of their sustainability movement. You don’t have to walk away empty-handed either, because in exchange for your garments, H&M gives you a discount voucher to be used the next time you purchase anything from their stores. The items you donate don’t even have to be of their brand, and there is no limit on how much you can bring in. The service is available at every H&M store city-wide.

Various branches including G/F-3/F Hang Lung Centre, 2-20 Paterson St., Causeway Bay, 3973-7123, hm.com/hk

Hong Kong Salvation Army Serving Hong Kong for 85 years, Christian church and charity The Salvation Army is always looking for unwanted goods, from secondhand clothes in good condition to electrical appliances and more. Your donations

Cull your unwanted Christmas presents by donating them to The Oxfam Shop, which runs as a retail outlet that sells goods donated from the public and uses the proceeds in their community projects. They have a list of what’s needed and what’s not on their website, so make sure to check it out before you lug your entire old VHS collection out onto the streets. As of now they are simply looking for small items such as books, clothes, housewares or accessories.

to send them to people in need of clothing worldwide. If you want to reach out to refugees, disaster survivors, the homeless and women in need, then you can head on over to any store to donate your used Uniqlo clothes.

Various branches including G/F, B1-B2/F, Lee Theatre, 99 Percival St., Causeway Bay, 2577-5811, uniqlo.com/hk

Xchange: Social Gastronomy Fortress Hill’s Oi! Street Art Space is housing the Xchange: Social Gastronomy project through to summer 2016. This experimental project explores sustainability through a design-based and social viewpoint. The public can drop by Oi! any time and donate their unwanted kitchenware to promote the idea of giving new life to old but otherwise still functional cutlery. The pots and pans are then used during the weekends where public cooking demos are hosted by international volunteer chefs. The food cooked is free so you can have a fulfilling meal and new insight into another country’s cuisine for nothing at all.

12 Oil St., North Point, 2512-3000, facebook.com/Xchange.socialgastronomy

Shop LG8, LG/F, Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, 2522-1765, oxfam.org.hk

Uniqlo Japanese fashion brand Uniqlo implemented their All-Product Recycling Initiative in 2006 with the goal of recycling material to be used back in the textile industry. However, they discovered that most of the donations were still in good condition and could be worn, and instead, the company began

Donate to The Oxfam Shop

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DIY: Sustainable Coasters As we use more and more recyclable bags for shopping, it’s likely you’ll have a huge pile of unused plastic bags at home—but you don’t want to throw them away. Here’s a way to reinvent them into something pretty and useful. Turn cheap and flimsy plastic bags into colorful and practical coasters and mats at home in just a few simple steps.

1. Sort out your unwanted plastic bags and cut them out into rectangular shapes. Choose bags of different colors (red, blue, white, the choices are plenty).

2. Roll each of them up loosely and tie three up on one end, then start weaving them into a braid. Extend the braid with more plastic bags if you are trying to make a bigger mat.

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3. Wind the braid together to form a shape you like. Fix the shape by sewing them together at both ends of the braid.

4. Cut a sheet of wax paper into the same shape, then iron the plastic bags with it on top (low temperature is fine, you don’t want it to be too melty) 5. Turn it around and voila—here’s your coaster! The waterproof nature of plastic bags is perfect for keeping unwanted stains and water rings from your furniture.

Created by Kanis at Kanis LifeArt. Visit her blog at kanislifesharing.blogspot.hk (Chinese only) for more DIY ideas that are both great for your home and the environment.

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HOLISTIC DETOXES De-stress your mind and body

Chuan Spa Known for combining traditional Chinese medicine philosophies in its massage therapies, Chuan Spa at Cordis on Kowloon side offers several treatments that aim to release tension and improve circulation of Qi energies through acupressure. The “Chuan Harmony” treatment in particular is designed to stimulate harmony along the body’s meridian lines.

41/F, Cordis, 555 Shanghai St., Mong Kok, 3552-3510, chuanspa.com

Dr Susan Jamieson Integrative Medical Practice With an impressive patient list consisting of some of the top international rock stars, and with 26 years of experience in Hong Kong as a family doctor up her sleeve, Dr Susan Jamieson founded her integrative medical practice offering an eclectic range of eastern and western therapies. Specialists at her practice offer therapies ranging from TCM to

psychotherapy to acupuncture and more.

Unit 1300, Asia Standard Tower, 59-65 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2523-8044, drsusanjamieson.com

Float On Established by the co-founder of Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Yoga in Sai Kung, Float On Hong Kong is the city’s first float center aimed at helping busy urbanites iron out the stresses of the day. Floating is all about total mental and physical relaxation while your body is suspended in a special “DreamPod,” large glowing tubs which are filled with epsom salt, magnesium and 34 degree water— mimicking the state of being in a zero gravity environment. A 60-minute float session starts from $630.

B/F, 89 Caine Rd., Mid-Levels, 2548-2844, floatonhk.com

Lush Spa The five-story Lush retail store and spa relates back to its British origins and focuses on using its signature

Float On blissfully

eco-friendly products. Designed like a quaint English countryside cottage, the treatments at Lush Spa are not your usual fare: The “Hard Day’s Night” treatment uses reworked Beatles classics as the rhythm to a deeply relaxing massage; “The Sound Bath” uses ear candles and tuning forks combined with a facial massage that

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A spa session starts in the kitchen at Lush Spa

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If you’re looking to try an alternative method of healing, why not give Red Doors Studio a try? Located in Wong Chuk Hang, Red Doors Studio offers a range of traditional healing methods, including walking meditations, Kundalini yoga, and gong bath meditation sessions (no, water is not involved).

This unique, hour-and-a-half-long sound healing session uses specially built gongs to achieve profound relaxation and is touted to help achieve balance, and restore disharmony and ailments in the body.

Want to ease out old stresses and release physical tension? Offering a wide range of classes and treatments, The Sanctuary is an alternative health center providing everything from yoga to Qi Gong to hypnotherapy and Reiki treatments.

21/F, Lee Fund Centre, 31 Wong Chuk Hang Rd., Wong Chuk Hang, 2110-0152, red-doors.com

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Win the most relaxed gong at Red Doors Studio

will help you relax into a meditative state; and perhaps the most trippy, the three-hour “Planets” treatment promises to take you to explore the past, present and future in a threephase massage, palm reading and lifting facial inspired by the solar system.

Offering a multitude of traditional Chinese medicine-inspired treatments, the spa at the Mandarin Oriental also has a dedicated hour-long Chinese Meridian Massage that focuses on acupressure points and moving the flow of Qi energy in the body, promoting healing of the organs at a deeper level. Traditional cupping therapy may be added if your condition is seen to benefit from an extra boost in improved circulation.

29/F, Unit 2905, Universal Trade Centre, 3-5A, Arbuthnot Rd., Central, 2537-1373, thesanctuary.com.hk

The Yoga Room The Yoga Room is a boutique yoga studio in Sheung Wan that offers hundreds of types of classes, catering to all levels. From hot yoga to hatha and ashtanga, there’s also lighter, meditative yin yoga sessions—such as “Candlelit Yin”—that focus on longer passive pose holds that target the connective tissues rather than muscles, as well as healing and strengthening sessions that prepare you for better meditative practice.

3/F-4/F, 6/F & 16/F, Xiu Ping Building, 104 Jervois St., Sheung Wan, 2544-8398, yogaroomhk.com

Relieve tension at Chuan Spa

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G/F-4/F, Soho Square, 21 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, 3915-0638, lush-hk.com

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Mindfulness for Beginners For those just picking up the yoga lifestyle, we often hear of more seasoned practitioners working on mindfulness practice, but what does it actually entail? Heidi Poon, a certified expert who used to teach at Pure Yoga, tells The List about how the benefits of her physical yoga practice spread through to her time off the mat.

The List: What is mindfulness?

Heidi Poon: Mindfulness simply means observation: to observe the sensations of our body and our emotions. When we are observing, we are able to keep our mind in the present moment. Through continuous practice, we start to build up the qualities of accepting and being patient with ourselves, and being calm from within. It’s one of the most effective ways to calm ourselves down in this busy and stressful lifestyle.

The List: What is the difference between that and meditation?

HP: The idea of both mindfulness and meditation is to still the mind and be present. Mindfulness is more about self control, to stop our usual pattern of thoughts and emotional habits. Meditation is about letting go. Instead of getting distracted by thoughts, we focus on quiet and peace. I would say mindfulness is the step that prepares us for practising meditation.

The List: What are ways to practise it at home?

HP: The best way is to observe our breathing. Be aware and consciously do each inhale and exhale. Stretching and mindful eating are both good ways to practise at home. To get a better result, I would suggest practising regularly at a fixed time such as early morning or before you go to bed.

Heidi Poon hosts live online yoga classes for Yin yoga and Chakra meditation on Yoogaia.com. Free trials available

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Inspiring Reads The List’s top picks The Vegetarian by Han Kang A feast of colors, emotions and chilling violence, South Korean writer Han Kang’s story about family dysfunction and the dangers of a detached society will definitely stimulate your imagination.

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly

by Jean-Dominique Bauby Also made into a film, the famous tale of journalist Jean-Dominique Bauby’s life after a stroke which left him paralyzed from the neck down was written by dictation, where his only way of communication was blinking with his left eye. How’s that for motivation for the next time you feel lazy?

In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl's Journey to Freedom by Yeonmi Park Young human rights activist and North Korea escapee Yeonmi Park details her painful ordeals before she made it to South Korea, but through her tale we experience her resilience and optimistic recovery.

Tinkers by Paul Harding If you want a relatively short read that will make you see everything in the world differently, Paul Harding’s Pulitzer-winning “Tinkers” transports you through two generations of men in New England with fascinating ways of perceiving life and morality.

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GYMS AND FITNESS PROGRAMS Get ripped on a new fitness regime

360 Fitness 360 devises personalized fitness programs for each client, combining physiotherapy, massage and personal training to help you recover and prevent injury while also building strength.

With a fully equipped gym, 360 Fitness holds classes ranging from pilates to equipment work, stretching and running. There are no more than three pairs of clients and trainers at any given time to ensure privacy and plenty of personal space.

5/F, Wing Yee Commercial Building, 5 Wing Kut St., Central, 3488-8248, 360fitness.com.hk

Aqua Gym Thinking of tackling a triathlon any time soon? Aqua Gym has been providing training for swimming, biking and running for triathlons in Hong Kong for over 25 years. The qualified instructors will go the distance with you whether you are taking the plunge for the first time or looking to improve your technique. They have a range of classes

to suit your level and requirements, and are held at various locations on Lantau Island.

2914-0658, aquagym.com.hk

Bikini Fit Sign up for one of the most intense yet effective fitness bootcamps in Hong Kong. This 12-week training program is a women’s only health and fitness community. The first Bikini Fit cycle of 2016 will be between January and April, and you’ll be trained up in various locations in Hong Kong, including Hong Kong Park and Victoria Park. Whether you’re a zero or a ten in the fitness realm, Bikini Fit is designed for everyone—regardless of fitness level or age. Although waking up at 7am in the morning five days a week and getting shouted at by a big guy to run faster, along with 30 other girls, might sound a little torturous, you know the results will be well worth it. $795 per week for duration of the cycle, 2799-9603, bikinifit.com.hk

DEF Boxing Standing for definition, endurance and fitness, DEF Boxing has trained several professional boxers and is equipped with a state-of-the-art 20x20-feet boxing ring, a variety of punching bags, free weights and cable machines. You’re sure to find something that’ll help you with your fitness goals—be it conditioning, weight loss, body building, stress relief, strength training or just plain old boxing technique. Expert and qualified trainers design tailor-made workouts to fit every individual’s needs whether you plan on getting in the ring or not. Better yet, the studio doesn’t charge for membership and it’s commitment-free.

B/F, 125 Connaught Rd. Central, Sheung Wan, 2840-0162, def.com.hk

Flex Studio Flex Studio provides perhaps Hong Kong’s most comprehensive range for Pilates, yoga and barre classes. To get the family involved, they even have a FlexKids program, which are afterschool fitness classes for children

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Hanuman Thai Boxing & Fitness Centre Friendly Thai instructors teach the Muay Thai classes at Hanuman, and trial lessons are priced at $100 or $150 per lesson, depending on whether you want a Hanuman Thai boxing or a Hanuman Ringside class. Packages for four lessons or more are also available. The fitness center also sells Muay Thai equipment such as shin guards, wraps for your hands and boxing shorts.

Unit A, 13/F, Kaiser Estate, Phase 1, 41 Man Yue St., Hung Hom, 2362-3665, hanuman.com.hk

Opus

Beat the barre at Flex Studio

Opus features an innovative workout experience with the use of Power Plates, full-body vibration machines that boast benefits such as increasing strength and power, toning muscles, diminishing cellulite, improving flexibility and increasing blood circulation. In combination with other movement training equipment including using TRX extension cords, ViPR loads and Clubbells, Opus will help you achieve an optimal fitness goal in the shortest amount of time.

12B, Jade Centre, 98 Wellington St., Central, 2856-1888, opus.hk

programs such as martial arts, muscle endurance training and Pilates.

Supplement your fitness regime with Valley Fit’s nutritional consultations, such as BioSignature Modulation, which targets fat loss with a diet that remedies hormone imbalances. Valley Fit also sells fitness accessories at its Pro Shop. Personal training and studio hire for personal trainers is also available.

19/F, First Commercial Building, 33-35 Leighton Rd., Causeway Bay, 3595-0139, valley-fit.com

XYZ Fitness XYZ calls itself “the future of the private health club” and reinvents exercise as a way of life for people living in hectic Hong Kong. How do they do it? By combining intense, sweaty spin classes with a sleek and spacious setting, mood lighting and upbeat club and pop hits to cruise you through your workout.

Special shoes are used for each ride and you can opt to buy a special gel bike saddle if you want some extra cushioning.

2/F New World Tower II, 18 Queens Rd. Central, 2865-0999. A trial ride costs $270 and a two-week trial pass costs $800. youarexyz.com

Tone up at Opus

Topfit Opened just last summer in Sheung Wan, Topfit is a premier fitness space offering an elite, curated workout experience that promises results, support, camaraderie, community and fun. They offer a wide range of classes from yoga to high intensity interval training to specialized exercises in strength and muscle building. including dance, martial arts, yoga and pilates. Their programs are led daily by some of the city’s most experienced instructors, and they keep their classes small for more personalized attention.

Flex also offers a Flying Pilates class, which is an aerial workout performed in a suspended hammock.

3/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington St., Sheung Wan. 2776-7298, top-fit.com

Valley Fit This fitness studio has a range of offerings. The gym is stocked with modern cardio and strength training equipment and also offers exercise

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Take Five: Personal Trainers Fitness Compass

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Fiji Fitness

The brainchild of head trainer, Janet Wahlquist, Fitness Compass consists of a team of qualified personal trainers who will get you in shape according to your needs. Although based at Optimum Performance Studio, Fitness Compass can also come to your preferred location—be that outdoors, at your office or at home. It offers a wealth of training options including Power Plate, TRX, Gravity and kettlebell training.

Choose to train one on one or bring a friend along for buddy training. Fitness Compass will even give your kitchen an overhaul by coming to your home and going through your cupboards, advising you what should go and what to keep eating. Should you have injuries, they will teach you how to alleviate muscle aches and help you to prevent injuries and bad posture with their expertise in corrective exercise. Train with Janet, head trainer at $1,100 per individual session.

Peak Fitness was established by Chris Marshall in response to Hong Kong’s demands for tailor-made fitness and sports-specific programs. A bronze medal winner at the 2001 East Asian Games in Osaka, Chris also holds a degree in sports science and is a certified personal trainer, strength and conditioning specialist. He can devise a triathlon training schedule, enabling you to push your body to its individual limits while maintaining correct posture throughout. With a well-planned workout and professional advice, Chris can also get anyone recovering from an injury back on the road to fitness. He trains out of Optimum Performance Studio as well as outdoor locations in Pok Fu Lam and Happy Valley; other locations can be arranged.

Head coach and creator of Fiji Fitness, Joe Nabou, plays for the Fijian Rugby Team in his spare time so there’s no slacking with these guys. Fiji Fitness runs outdoor personal training programs that are varied, flexible and enjoyable whether you want to get trimmer or have a specific fitness goal in mind. Although one-on-one sessions are available, clients are encouraged to share workouts with a small group of friends. Pick any time from 5.30am-10pm, any day of the week, and a location that suits and get fit the fun way. Cardio, body conditioning, circuit training, TRX suspension, yoga and Pilates are all offered as is advice from a sports nutritionist.

Individual training sessions from $750, discount with multiple purchases, peakfitnesshk.com

$6,000 per 10 sessions, up to four people per session. Free trials available.

6207-3043, fijifitness.com.hk

2/F, Optimum Performance Studio, 50 Stanley St., Central, 2882-2849, fitnesscompass.com.hk

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Ross Eathorne Two-time World Mr. Fitness-winner Ross Eathorne is an international corporate and fitness presenter, personal trainer and holistic lifestyle coach based in Hong Kong. Ross has conducted more than 20,000 personal training sessions and specializes in injury correction and stress management. He aims to help people improve their health, fitness and performance in a holistic manner, from correcting muscle imbalances and reducing pain, to consulting for weight loss or disease, to helping you reach your peak at an athletic event.

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Elite Personal Training Whether you want to work on strength and conditioning, weight loss, muscle building or sports rehabilitation, Elite Personal Training has specialized personal trainers to cater to each need. They also offer a variety of packages, such as outdoor or holistic personal training, or even special fitness programs that involve jetting off to five-star fitness retreats in Koh Samui.

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MRS. KNOW-IT-ALL The List’s very own mom-in-theknow shares her Hong Kong tips and tricks with readers.

Dear Mrs. KIA, The black plastic handle of my Shanghai Tang umbrella has become sticky. Cleaning it does not remove the stickiness and it marks my clothes. The umbrella man on Peel Street has closed his business, so I am at a loss. Where can I replace my umbrella handle?

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UE, Props to you for wanting to repair your umbrella rather than throwing it out and buying a completely new one! Too many people nowadays tend to go for cheap and poorly made umbrellas for convenience, rather than opting for good, sturdy quality—which is particularly needed in Hong Kong as we have to deal with the wind and rain during typhoon season, as well as the harsh sun during our sweltering summers.

Due to our unique climate, the heat—whether through humidity or friction and warmth from your hand—often damages the grip coating of your umbrella handle, resulting in your sticky situation.

Ho Hung-hei, the nonagenarian umbrella repairman on Peel Street, was the go-to guy in Hong Kong for prolonging your brolly’s shelf life—but sadly he passed away in July 2015.

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The fading craft of umbrella repair in the city is propped up now by another prominent face in the city: Henry Yau Yiu-wai, who owns Sham Shui Po’s Sun Nga Shing Umbrella Repair (Shop B1, G/F, 243 Lai Chi Kok Rd., Sham Shui Po, 9248-5748). Apart from fixing umbrellas, Henry also shows off his talent for making arty knick-knacks and trinkets at his store.

If Sham Shui Po proves too much of a trek, Diana House Umbrellas in North Point (Shop G6, Wah Lai Mansion, 54-76 Marble Rd., North Point, 21211032, dianahouseumbrellas.com) also provides a wide range of umbrella repair services. They even suggest that replacing the handle in your circumstances is unnecessary. Instead, a quick spritz and clean with special solution at their store($40) will suffice.

Finally, if you’re ever looking to buy a long-lasting, uniquely Hong Kong umbrella, Leung So Kee (Shop 629, 6/F, Dragon Centre, 37k Yen Chow St., Sham Shui Po, 2386-5629, leungsokee. com.hk) is the SAR’s most historic parasol vendor, established in 1885—it even inspired 1995 film “The Umbrella Story,” directed

by Clifton Ko. The first shop in the city to sell western-style umbrellas, they’re known for their sturdy frames made of pure steel, and more importantly, lifelong repairs for free. Sticky handles?

Not a problem any more.

Need help?

Send your questions and conundrums to thelist@hkmagmedia.com.

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STRIKE A POSE Museum visits can be potentially dull, especially when active kids are forced to just quietly observe. The Repulse Bay Visual Art Museum aims to add the fun into art for people of all ages. With an interactive setting as its MO, the largest 3D museum in the city features paintings that you can “enter� and take part in, such as scenes with hungry monsters, precarious skyscrapers, earthquakes and more.

Get your cameras and your silliest poses ready to snap some Instagram-worthy hits.

Shop B104, The Pulse, 28 Beach Rd., Repulse Bay, 2617-0008, $110-160 from vamuseum.com.hk or at the museum

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