Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), in collaboration with TLC, presents yet another showcase of the many exciting adventures one can have in Hong Kong in a new season of A Taste of Hong Kong premiering this August, on TLC, which features Philippines very own fashion and travel blogger Kryz Uy, where she experienced a mix of rustic and modern oriental glamour in Asia’s World City.
Singer-actress and A Taste of Hong Kong host Josie Ho, invited well-followed travelers from around the region to spend ‘a-day-in-her-life’ on an insider tour of the city, one of whom is Kryz Uy, a Cebu-based travel and lifestyle blogger who travels around the world to meet new people and gain new experiences. In their episode, Josie and Kryz are also joined by Daphne Charice, upcoming singer and a party and lifestyle Malaysian blogger who shares her adventures with her family, best friends, daily events and special encounters. The group went on a unique 24-hour tour of Hong Kong, with stops in the city’s most iconic and Instagram-worthy destinations, and visits to its most interesting food haunts.
Kryz shared her unforgettable experience with the crew, “Being able to work with Josie Ho was such an incredible opportunity.” She added, “Getting to explore Hong Kong from a local’s perspective was so refreshing, and definitely makes me want discover more hidden gems in the city.”
In this season of A Taste of Hong Kong, viewers will get a glimpse of Hong Kong’s visually stimulating locations such as Old Town Central, a contrasting neighborhood and amazing landmark destination revealing over 100 years of Hong Kong history. Kryz expressed, “If Old Town Central alone already has so many things to offer, I can’t imagine what else the rest of Hong Kong awaits me.” While exploring Old Town Central Kryz also met fellow bag designer Cecilia Ma, one of the Vogue Talents in 2015. Upon meeting Hong Kong-based bag designer Cecilia, Kryz felt that sudden connection, “We instantly clicked because I myself is also a bag designer and when I saw Cecilia’s bags and their quirky designs, I was just like, that is so my aesthetic,” says Kryz.
Like a local, Kryz explores Old Town Central where her stops have taken shopping, dining, and partying to a whole new level! She also had taken wearing the traditional Chinese dress, Qipao to a very modern and hip manner. Take a glimpse of what it’s like to explore Hong Kong in 24 hours and join the ATHK crew as they explore one of the city’s many sides in A Taste of Hong Kong.
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Experiencing Hong Kong with Kryz
Breakfast at Lan Fong Yuen
Josie Ho wraps on another photoshoot in the heart of Old Town Central, and heads over to Lan Fong Yuen where she meets Kryz and Daphne for a HK-style noodle and French toast lunch, washed down by pantyhose tea at this iconic spot.
Meeting Designer, Cecilia Ma, at PMQ!
Next stop Josie introduces the girls to one of Old Town’s star fashion designers – Cecelia Ma. Cecilia is a globally in-demand talent, most successful for her beautiful hand-painted acrylic clutch bags. Her shop is at PMQ, the former Police Married Quarters, a converted hipster space for fashionistas and designers since 2014.
Pit stop at 65 Peel and treasure hunt
Later, Josie and the girls meet up with Eunice Lim, a photographer from Singapore who has now made Hong Kong her home. They meet at 65 Peel Street, one of Old Town’s coolest bars before heading into the backstreets to shop for antiques in Cat Street, and to sip coffee at the chic coffee shop Teakha.
Fashion Shoot at 65 Peel
Josie pulls a surprise on the girls, and invites them to join her in an experimental photo shoot later. The girls are thrilled, and head off to Yang Shang Kee Qipao rental for some cool clothes. Ding Yung, the owner, is vowing to make the classic qi pao, a traditional Chinese dress, a staple of everyday wear once more. The girls choose their qi-paos for the shoot, and pick up cool clutch bags from Cecilia Ma, too.
Out to celebrate at The Pontiac
After the fun of the shoot, it’s a short walk through Soho to The Pontiac. Beckaly Franks, known as First Lady of Mixology has established a modern Coyote Ugly in the form of the Pontiac, a bar inspired by the neighborhood watering holes of Portland Brooklyn, and San Francisco. And her all-female bartending team know how to get the party started. Some good old-fashioned rock music belts out the juke box and they all let their hair down after their adrenaline pumped day.
Beyond history and culture, enjoy Hong Kong with style. Catch the season premiere of A Taste of Hong Kong only on TLC!
