Private Food Tour of Hong Kong
Highlights
Hong Kong
gastronomical, sightseeing, walking
Private Tour
4 Hours
Easy
English
Description
This food tour is a perfect introduction to Hong Kong’s food. It is ideal for people who want to enjoy delicious, high-quality local food in local eateries surrounded by local people. There is nothing weird and wonderful on this tour (apart from the chicken's feet)! If you are a more adventurous eater, please ask us for a Kowloon food tour focused on street food.
Over the course of the food tour, we will explore Hong Kong’s food culture. Hong Kong food is primarily Cantonese cuisine but has some small key differences that reflect its mixed British and Chinese heritage. Learn about the history of food in Hong Kong, from the traditional fare from Guangzhou to the interesting western crossover cuisine that started popping up in the 1950s as local chefs tried to produce cheap versions British and Western favourites.
Itinerary
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Hong Kong Culinary Tour
- Start the day with a traditional Dim Sum breakfast in an old tea house. Find yourselves transported back to a bygone era as you sample the most authentic Dim Sum available in HK. This is the granddaddy of Dim Sum restaurants; it's crowded, it's noisy, it has a 90-year history in Hong Kong and the Dim Sum is still served via trolley service.
- The next stop is a family-run Wonton Noodle shop that dates back to the 1960s and is recommended by the Michelin Guide. Wonton Noodles are a local food speciality, a simple dish that only a true master can perfect.
- Take a tea break and try a cup of Milk Tea, perhaps the most pervasive legacy of British rule. It’s not everyone’s ‘cup of tea’, but it is a fascinating beverage that Hong Kongers love!
- After your tea break, travel by Ding Ding (tram) to another family-run restaurant, which dates back to the Qing Dynasty (pre-1900’s) and is renowned for its Siu Mei, or in English, Roast Meat.
- Sample the best Char Siu (BBQ Pork) in Hong Kong, cooked in the traditional style, served with rice and homemade sauces. This is another Michelin recommendation and a favourite of the renowned chef and food critic Anthony Bourdain.
- Finish the Hong Kong Food Tour with an Egg Tart, or in Cantonese, Dan Tat. This is another Chinese take on an English speciality - the custard tart. Like the other restaurants, the bakery you visit has a long history in Hong Kong and is a personal favourite of former HK Governor Chris Patten.
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Cancellation Policy
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No refund in case of any cancellation.