FOOD & BEVERAGES

10 December 2020

The beverage business can raise a glass to consumers in Mainland China where, despite restrictions on social gatherings earlier this year amid the COVID-19 outbreak, consumption of wines and spirits is growing. More

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The Greater Bay Area: Hitting the Sweet Spot

09 December 2020

With a Hong Kong base that has been operational for almost a decade, Brazilian food producer and sugar distributor Red Wings & Ba Hong Lung Group prides itself on quality coupled with a clear-headed strategic approach to business. So, having studied the Pearl River Delta market in detail over a 10-year period, the company is well-placed to benefit from and contribute to the Greater Bay Area initiative. More

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China’s Wine and Spirits Market (3): Spirits Purchase Preferences

03 December 2020

As China’s imports have continued to expand in recent years, a wider range of imported spirits has become available on the market. In a survey conducted by HKTDC Research, cocktails (30%) and vodka (27%) are the spirits which respondents are most interested in buying or consuming in future. The survey also found that the respondents spend an average of RMB3,059 a year on buying or drinking spirits. More

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China’s Wine and Spirits Market (2): Imported Wine Selection Criteria

30 November 2020

As China’s market continues to grow, wine dealers are interested in the habits of mainland consumers. According to a survey conducted by HKTDC Research, imported varieties accounted for half or more than half of the purchases made by 43% of the respondents. The average spending in the past year on imported wine consumed by the respondents at home was about RMB1,400. More

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China’s Wine and Spirits Market (1): Wine Consumption Trends and Habits

26 November 2020

Today, drinking wine has become part of the daily life of many mainland consumers. According to a survey conducted by HKTDC Research , 41% of the mainland respondents drink wine at least once a week. Covid-19 has not made a significant impact on the drinking habits of wine consumers in China. A large proportion of respondents (42%) reported that their frequency of drinking wine was more or less the same as before. More

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Niche chocolatier explores Hong Kong

23 November 2020

Hong Kong consumers are famous world-over for being quality-conscious but willing to spend on good food and drink. More

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China Issues Covid-19 Prevention and Disinfection Guidelines for Cold Chain Food Production

18 November 2020

The Joint Prevention and Control Mechanism of the State Council recently issued two technical guidelines for cold chain food works and the venues concerned. More

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China Strengthens Disinfection of Imported Cold Chain Food

18 November 2020

The Joint Prevention and Control Mechanism of the State Council issued a circular on 8 November requiring all localities to steadfastly conduct coronavirus tests on imported cold chain food and guard against the risks of Covid-19 spread in imported cold chain food (including edible agricultural products). More

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Restaurateur holds the line

16 November 2020

When restrictions imposed to battle the COVID-19 pandemic seriously impacted hospitality businesses everywhere, Manuel Palacio (main picture, left), co-founder and CEO of Hong Kong’s Pirata Group, was determined not to lay off any full-time staff or close any venues. As the COVID-19 restrictions are rolled back and hospitality business recovers, the seasoned restaurateur from Spain gives the reasons for Pirata’s success, and plans for the way forward. More

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Concept is king

09 November 2020

European-style bistro-beer hall chain Frites spices up Hong Kong’s vibrant food scene with an extensive selection of Belgian draught and bottled beers together with national fare such as mussel pots and pork ribs. More

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