Where does Hong Kong’s pineapple bun come from? Japan, Mexico or a creative baker’s mind?
Pineapple buns are named for the pattern of their golden-brown crust. Do we owe them to Japanese occupation or Chinese expelled from Mexico? The pineapple bun - bo lo bao, or bo lo yau when sliced open and stuffed with a slab of butter - is a popular Hong Kong pastry found in many bakeries and convenience stores in the city,
How a modestly sized Hong Kong flat got a Mexican-inspired makeover
Inspired by the laid-back aesthetic of popular Mexican tourist town Tulum, a Tseung Kwan O home was transformed with curved lines, natural materials and clever storage solutions The frenetic Hong Kong lifestyle and the boho beach vibe of Tulum,
Hong Kong customs’ seizures of Ice rise by nearly 5 times in first 2 months of year
Amount of substance confiscated rose to 837kg this year, up from 145kg over the same period in 2024, customs says.
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Hong Kong Stocks Rise 3% After Trump’s Auto Tariff Delay
The Hong Kong stock exchange was up more than three per cent on Thursday after US President Donald Trump announced a one-month tariff delay on auto imports from Mexico and Canada. Chinese stocks were also climbing with investors expecting Beijing to announce a stimulus package on Thursday at its annual meeting, the National People’s Congress (NPC).
Analysis-Republican Officials Rethink BlackRock Bans After Panama Port Deal
Hong Kong's BlackRock Strikes Deal To Bring Ports On Both Sides Of Panama Canal Under US Control
The deal will give the BlackRock consortium control over 43 ports in 23 countries, including the ports of Balboa and Cristobal in Panama, as well as others in Mexico, the Netherlands, Egypt, Australia,
Trump hails 'reclaiming' of Panama Canal after BlackRock-led group's deal to buy stake
World shares decline as Trump’s tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China take effect
European and Asian shares are mostly lower after a new round of tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump took effect.
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The best places to drink tequila and mezcal in Hong Kong
Whilst rare in number, Hong Kong hosts a few bars in the city catering to the flavours of Mexico with top tequila and mezcal spirits.