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14 Mins Read abillionveg, the popular social platform for vegan food reviews and recommendations, is on a mission to help drive the plant-based movement for a sustainable planet and convert a billion people to a more eco lifestyle. The young startup is one of the most well-funded in the Asia impact scene, closing a pre-Series-A US$ 3 million […]
7 Mins Read TREEHOUSE is the ‘accidentally vegetarian and vegan’ hotspot that just landed in Soho, just off Pottinger Street in the new H Code Building. Like everyone else in the health crowd, we were super bummed when Christian Mongendre’s HOME Eat To Live closed in 2017, so we could not wait to check out his new digs […]
4 Mins Read It’s not easy being a plant-based gastronome in Hong Kong but we recently were invited to enjoy an elegant organic vegan tasting menu at new ultra luxe Italian eatery Emporio Antico created by head chef Mike Boyle and we were pleasantly surprised. Co-hosts included Eat FRESH, the popular organic produce delivery service and Parés Baltà, […]
4 Mins Read Tucked inside the old-school Wing On Plaza in East Tsim Sha Tsui, Woodlands Indian Vegetarian Restaurant offers a respite from the bustle of Kowloon and is a popular gathering place for the surrounding Indian business community, tourists and hungry vegans alike. Serving traditional Southern Indian cuisine including mainstays like dosas (crispy paper-thin South Indian pancakes, […]
5 Mins Read Welcome to our new bi-monthly column about all things plant-based dining in Hong Kong. The city has become such an exciting destination for hungry herbivores of late, with openings and menu launches happening weekly. Omnis get roundups everywhere else so Green Queen thought it was high time for veggies to get a regular dedicated update […]
4 Mins Read Stepping inside the effortlessly cool Brut! in Sai Ying Pun, the melodic tunes coming from musician Alex Purdue’s live acoustic guitar is slow and steady, setting the mood perfectly. In one of Hong Kong’s trendiest ‘hoods, the year-old wine bar/eatery is a standout thanks to uber stylish minimalism meets warm service, outstanding food and a […]
5 Mins Read On a beautiful sunny Hong Kong Saturday, we board a small ferry from Aberdeen pier to be transported 20 mins away to Pak Kok Village, on Lamma Island. This is not the usual Lamma ferry, nor the usual Lamma stop. Pak Kok Village sits at the North Eastern tip of Lamma Island, hidden away among lush vegetation and […]
5 Mins Read Down Jervois Street along old-school mom and pop storefronts and traditional tonic shops, Confusion Plant Based Kitchen stands out as a stark white jewel amongst the busy Sheung Wan streets. Inside, the clean space and minimalist interiors food that will nourish your mind, body and soul. The newest vegan addition in the city, Confusion is food for […]
3 Mins Read Up the third floor of LANDMARK Atrium on a bustling afternoon, the queue for The Cakery extends past the escalators of its new wellness corner. Shoppers are lingering by the glass case, eyeing elegantly decorated mini and full-sized cupcakes; sweet treats so feather-light and deeply flavored that no one would guess they’re wheat-free. Meanwhile, office workers are picking […]
4 Mins Read While it could be the lighting, Executive Chef Eligio Escobedo is radiating throughout front of the house at his contemporary Mexican establishment, Verde Mar. There’s a natural, healthy glow about him that he credits to his business partner, Vivian Wong. An avid yogi, Wong decided to partake in a cleanse to deepen her yoga practice and realized […]
4 Mins Read One of the most popular and well-loved cuisines, nothing is quite as comforting as Italian food. With its silky and creamy pasta dishes and simple salade caprese done up to perfection, it can be hard to imagine worthy vegan substitutes for the traditional egg-laden, milk & cream heavy classics…But we’re not flinching and neither should you, because […]
4 Mins Read High above the maddening Hong Kong crowd, The Upper House sits atop Pacific Place in all its luxurious, understated glory. Revered for their impeccable commitment to personalized, high-touch service, their flawless service extends all the way up the 49th floor to Café Gray Deluxe, the hotel’s sophisticated modern European restaurant helmed by none other than the award-winning […]
4 Mins Read Food just seems to taste better when you know an establishment is looking to feed you healthy, toxin-free, locally grown ingredients that can support both the community and your body. That’s been the mission of Sohofama since day one: a synergy of urban farming and quality-focused meals above all else. Taking its modern Chinese comfort food […]
3 Mins Read Celebrated for its emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients, Japanese cuisine is usually recognized for its prominence on seafood. Unsurprisingly, Japan consumes 10% of the global fish catch; seafood is deeply engrained in the nation’s culture. However, the country also has a rich history of preparing vegetables with gastronomic flair. Japanese food has plenty to offer for […]
4 Mins Read Six years since laying the foundation for what is now one of the most venerable vegetable-forward establishments in the city, chef Peggy Chan has upped the ante. Pushing the boundaries of her creativity, the new Spring/Summer menu of Grassroots Pantry is a practice in Chan’s ingenuity that fuses her sustainable living philosophy with delicious, wholesome world-inspired dishes. […]
5 Mins Read The new spring vegan omakase from Dining at MURASAKI is an experience in gastronomic luxury. Set against an ascending skyscraper with exclusive views of Victoria Harbour, the Japanese-French hybrid features lavish private rooms and 10,000 square feet of stunning dining space. Led by Executive Chef Alfred Poon, the vegetable-forward carte du jour brings a ton of surprises beginning with […]
3 Mins Read Down Elgin Street’s lively lunchtime rush, there’s an electrifying Latin soundtrack currently pulsating Shakira towards Peel Street. As if luring ravenous bystanders inside their abode to the upbeat rhythm of salsa and merengue, it is Picada’s entire gluten-free lunch and dinner menu that will have patrons swiveling their hips in sheer delight. Green Queen cha-chaed […]
4 Mins Read Vegetarians, vegans, meat-eaters…listen up and rejoice! Everyone’s favorite British fast-casual chain, Pret A Manger, has launched a new, delicious meat-free campaign with a wide new range of salads, sandwiches, hot foods, and sweet treats. After the unprecedented success of Veggie Pret, an experimental pop up in London last year, which was so popular that is has now […]
3 Mins Read January 2018 Update: Jar Jar Beam has closed down. Jar Jar Beam, the newest plant-based cafe to hit the +852’s healthy eating scene, is shining its healthful light in lively Sheung Wan. No relation to the bumbling Gungan from Naboo (!), Jar Jar Beam offers colourful salads and fresh, healthy cold-press juices that are made to […]
5 Mins Read It’s a bustling Wednesday night at Rhoda, Yenn Wong’s Sai Ying Pun jewel helmed by Chef-Patron Nate Green, formerly of 22 Ships fame. The place is packed with people enjoying themselves, gorging themselves on Green’s fabulous food (there’s no denying Green’s talent in the kitchen) and imbibing selections from the expansive drinks menu (Rhoda has […]
5 Mins Read Down a long, white marbled countertop set against a lofty ceiling with heavy, oak highchairs, a steady stream of patrons come through open bluebird-colored doors. Some are sitting down for a large slice of cake. Others are chatting over a hot almond latte, while others linger outside on a pair of baby pink and blue elephant chairs, […]