LIFE & STYLE

Taking Pulse of Cinema, TV Industries

Massive changes overtaking media business present tremendous challenges and opportunities; FILMART offers a unique chance to learn about the issues.

11 January 2019

Two questions film-makers or television executives may want to ask a millennial are “When did you last go to the movies?” and “What did you watch on TV over the weekend?” More

Topics: Film & Audio-Visual Production, Hong Kong, filmart, entertainment

Top Marks for Greener Schools

Educational institutions walk the walk and talk the talk on sustainable development.

04 January 2019

At the newest campus of the French International School of Hong Kong in Tseung Kwan O, trees shade outdoor areas and natural light filters into classrooms. More

Topics: Education & Training, Environmental Protection, Hong Kong, education, green energy

Tapping Into Market for Natural Beauty

From organic body balms to chemical-free haircuts, eco-friendly beauty is on the up in Hong Kong as the green dollar flexes its muscle.

28 December 2018

Consumers have come to realise that certain chemicals used by companies in their products can irritate the face and body, or may not be suitable for sensitive skin. More

Topics: Health & Beauty, Hong Kong, beauty, health

Hong Kong World’s Go-to City

Asian destinations crowd the global tourism top-10 list.

21 December 2018

Tourist-magnet Hong Kong is keeping its position as the world’s most-visited city, based on forecast figures for full-year 2018, Euromonitor International has announced. More

Topics: Tourism & Hospitality, Hong Kong, Tourism (Travel)

Seafood Gourmets go Green

With a long love affair with ocean delicacies, Hongkongers now fear resources are under stress and restauranteurs are turning to sustainable options.

14 December 2018

The ocean is filled with delicacies to tempt palates in seafood-loving Hong Kong. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, seafood, Hospitality

Putting Kennedy Town on the Map

One of Hong Kong’s most intriguing neighbourhoods has received a boost following the launch of a guide by travel app and map maker iDiscover.

07 December 2018

Discovering authentic neighbourhood gems – be that a quirky coffee shop or a retro boutique – has taken off as travellers seek to experience genuine local experiences. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Tourism & Hospitality, Hong Kong, tourism, local food

Hungry Stomachs Beat Landfills

This Hong Kong charity keeps surplus food out of landfills and in kitchens for the needy.

30 November 2018

Surprisingly for one who founded the charity Feeding Hong Kong, Gabrielle Kirstein does not tut-tut at society over the amount of food that is discarded.More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, corporate social responsibility

Is VR the Future of Spa?

W Hong Kong’s immersive experience ushers in a new era for clients.

23 November 2018

Technology is revolutionising the spa experience, with customers invited to don virtual-reality (VR) visors as they undergo facials and massages to put them in the right frame of mind. More

Topics: Health & Beauty, Tourism & Hospitality, Hong Kong, spa, VR

Wine Lovers Flock to Fair

Hong Kong’s role as a wine hub is strengthened as a major drinks expo draws more than 1,000 exhibitors.

16 November 2018

Long known as a foodies’ paradise, Hong Kong is also making a name for itself in the world of wine, with the crowds flocking to the 11th HKTDC Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair underlining the point. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, trade fair, hktdc products & services

Positive Move for Fitness

A new fitness movement is rippling across health-conscious Hong Kong – and how you look in tights has nothing to do with it.

09 November 2018

The “body positive” fitness classes now offered in places in Hong Kong are about the enjoyment of exercise – not changing one’s body shape.More

Topics: Health & Beauty, Hong Kong, consumer trends, fitness

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