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Jenny Star Lor is Green Queen’s resident eco wellness writer. She is passionate about reducing her carbon footprint, loves all things fitness and enjoys tasting her way through Hong Kong’s veggie dining options. Originally from Los Angeles, she now calls Hong Kong home. Previously, she wrote and reported for global publications such as The Hollywood Reporter and US Weekly. She is also a passionate pole dancer and teaches classes across Hong Kong.

Eco Living

Green Queen Guide To Dealing With Hong Kong Air Pollution

Jenny Star Lor Jun 28, 2019 0

In a city beset by gridlocked traffic, power plants, and factories in Guangdong and the Pearl River Delta, Hong Kong's air pollution contributes a major breathing problem to its seven million plus citizens. Our air quality has become a…
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Vegan

The Green Queen Guide To Hong Kong’s Best Plant-Based Cooking Classes

Jenny Star Lor Jun 23, 2019 0

Looking to pick up a new skill that could double as a fun night out and up your health? Sign up for a cooking class! As the global food world has embraced the plant-based movement, more and more workshops, demos and classes have sprung up…
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Eco Living

From Rooftop Gardens to Microgreens: Hong Kong’s Urban Farming Pioneers

Jenny Star Lor Jun 16, 2019 0

A metropolis of skyscrapers, frenetic sidewalks and dazzling nightlife, Hong Kong's thriving economy has always fallen short on one thing - food security. Our city is dangerously dependent on food import; a shocking 90% of the total food…
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Vegan Dining

Where To Get The Best Bowl of (Vegan) Dan Dan Noodles

Jenny Star Lor Jun 10, 2019 0

Is there anything better than slurping a bowl of classic Sichuan dan dan noodles (also known as Bang Bang Noodles, or Dan Dan Meen)? Piling thin noodles on top a spicy chili oil, nutty peanut sauce, mouth numbing peppercorn, and a…
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Travel

Vegan Travel: Where To Eat Plant-Based At Hong Kong International Airport

Jenny Star Lor Jun 3, 2019 0

As a city that is constantly on the go, traveling can be tough on your diet. Frequent flyers know all too well that what you eat at the airport could affect how you feel during transit and we know that the last thing you want to feel is…
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Eco Living

New All in One Air Purifier Takes On HK indoor Air Pollution

Jenny Star Lor May 19, 2019 0

The first-ever patented intelligent indoor air system has arrived to Hong Kong in a bid to improve breathing conditions at home. OLFINITY, a revolutionary IoT integrated air monitor, purifier and aromatherapy diffuser series that works in…
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Travel

The 5 Best Vegan-Friendly Restaurants in Taipei

Jenny Star Lor May 19, 2019 0

Famed for being a plant-based paradise, Taipei has no shortage of excellent vegetarian dining options. With a penchant for innovative culinary prowess, fresh vegetables and a strong Buddhist tradition, the city of Azaleas (that's their…
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Eco Living

New Children’s Book The Green Dragon Looks to Empower Youth About Hong Kong Environmental Issues

Jenny Star Lor May 19, 2019 0

Looking to empower our youth about the environment, a Hong Kong resident has penned a children's book with the hope to educate the younger generation to the massive plastic pollution problem across the SAR. The Green Dragon, written by…
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Vegan

Plant-Based Fromage Anyone? A Guide To Asia’s Best Vegan Cheese Startups

Jenny Star Lor May 10, 2019 1

If there's one thing that's a little hard to give up when going plant-based, it's the cheeseboard. Pre-dinner, post-meal, during cocktail hour or just as a snack anytime, cheese and crackers is the ultimate in delicious gorging food. But a…
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Eco Living

Green With Worry: Do You Have Eco-Anxiety? A Beginner’s Guide

Jenny Star Lor May 10, 2019 0

You might recall the harrowing image of an emaciated polar bear in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago taken by wildlife photographer Paul Nicklenthat and published in National Geographic back in 2017. It was tragic, disturbing and very…
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Fitness & Working Out

Region’s Leading Yoga Event Evolution Asia Yoga Conference Is Back June 13-16 For An Inspiring 12th Edition

Jenny Star Lor May 6, 2019 0

A celebration of growth uniting physical, mental and spiritual disciplines originating from ancient India, yoga is a practice that welcomes anyone and everyone from the absolute beginner to the daily devotee. Whether you are new to the…
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Vegan Dining

Plant-Based Fine Dining: Hong Kong’s Best Vegan Tasting Menus

Jenny Star Lor May 5, 2019 0

As the veganization of food wields its plant-based power, everyone is taking note! The foodtech industry is constantly changing and getting exciting, celebrities are encouraging their fans to jump on board, and restaurants around the world…
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Eco Living

Asia’s First Sustainable Scuba Diving Platform ZuBlu Promotes Environmentally- Responsible Travel & Marine Conservation

Jenny Star Lor Apr 29, 2019 0

Scuba diving has become a multibillion dollar industry, as throngs of tourists across the globe get their Padi and set out to explore the magical universe of life below water in far-flung destinations. And a beautiful world it truly is:…
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Zero Waste

Asia Startup Revolv Revolutionises Takeaway Culture & Fights Plastic Pollution With RFID-Enabled Network of Reusable Cups & Containers

Jenny Star Lor Apr 28, 2019 0

As waste continues to accumulate in landfills and oceans across the planet, endangering marine and wildlife, the importance of confronting plastic pollution has never been more pressing. We are running out of time and we are literally…
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Vegan

Best Vegan Fashion – From Hemp Parkas to Leather-Free Pumps: How to Build a Badass Vegan Wardrobe

Jenny Star Lor Apr 28, 2019 0

Making the world a more animal-friendly place one dress/shoe at a time, today's vegan fashion has never been more chic! Using innovative materials and smart design elements, it has become a lot easier to curate a fully functional wardrobe…
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Beauty

We Love Sustainable Skincare Unwind: High Quality, Safe & Ocean-Friendly Products For The Whole Family

Jenny Star Lor Apr 15, 2019 0

Unwind founder Michael did not intend to get into the natural beauty business. But after years of trying personal care products and watching friends and family struggling to find a good (read: toxin-free) product that actually worked, he…
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Vegan

Plant Milk Brand Oatly Creates Chinese Word Meaning ‘New Milk’ To Drive Health Awareness

Jenny Star Lor Apr 14, 2019 0

Oatly, the leading alternative dairy phenom from Sweden, has created a new Chinese word in an effort to revolutionise 'plant milk' consumption in the 852. New research shows that while only 12% of Hong Kong's population are fully aware of…
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Eco Living

Green Monday Launches in Taiwan, Welcomes Mary McCartney As New Investor

Jenny Star Lor Apr 7, 2019 0

Playing a transformative role in the future of a greener, cleaner world, Hong Kong's award-winning social sustainable organisation, Green Monday, has launched another strategic partnership, thus expanding its mission to tackle climate…
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Health

Functional Beverage Startup JAHMU Showcases The Healing Power of Plants With New Tonic Line

Jenny Star Lor Apr 7, 2019 0

Small in size but big in impact, JAHMU Tonic isn't your typical health drink- far from it, in fact. Following last year's launch of their take on the traditional Balinese healing tonic known as jamu, local wellness startup JAHMU Tonic has…
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Zero Waste

Hong Kong’s First Preloved Luxury Fashion Resale Warehouse Opens in Wong Chuk Hang

Jenny Star Lor Mar 31, 2019 0

Hong Kong preloved online consignment platform HULA has found a permanent home in Wong Chuk Hang with the opening of the city's first warehouse dedicated to upscale & luxury secondhand fashion. Spanning a massive 3,500 square feet, the…
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Vegan Dining

Pizza Express Singapore Launches Verde Vegan Menu With Beyond Meat, Omnipork & Daiya

Jenny Star Lor Mar 25, 2019 0

Popular pie chain, PizzaExpress, has debuted a brand new vegan menu in the Lion City. All five locations of PizzaExpress Singapore and online food delivery company, Deliveroo, will feature the special edition Verde menu full of vegan and…
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