Category: Hong Kong

To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Establishment of The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, First Initiative Foundation (FIF) joined hands with the Leisure and Cultural Services Department in presenting a large-scale exhibition “The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: The Big Eight – Dinosaur Revelation” from July 2022, showcasing original specimens of the most iconic fossil skeletons.  

What’s more, Wharf malls are also working with FIF to present “Flash Pop-up: Robotic Dinos” to display two 1:1 robotic dinosaur installations — the Tyrannosaurus rex (T-rex) and Stegosaurus, respectively at the Group’s flagship retail properties Harbour City and Times Square. As Hong Kong’s first large-scale outdoor exhibitions after the fifth wave of COVID-19, the public are invited to meet these two giants at no fee, take photos and participate in a series of dinosaurs-themed activities.

Harbour City showcases the fearsome 4.6M high x 12M long T-rex at “Ocean Terminal Deck” on 7 June to 17 July, while Times Square showcases famous Thagomizer tall bearing Stegosaurus that is 3.7M high x 9M long at “Open Piazza” on 7 June to 10 July. These pre-historic animals are scientific accurate and custom-built, which were reconstructed under the supervision of paleontologists and with the latest scientific knowledge about these animals.  They do not only look alive – they breathe and roar just like real living animals.

Visitors can take pictures with the fascinating creatures for free, with the iconic Hong Kong backdrop — Victoria Harbour from Tsim Sha Tsui and the bustling city in Causeway Bay. Apart from this, the two shopping malls also organize an array of dinosaur-themed activities, allowing you to experience the dinosaur world in an all-around way. All proceeds of the activities will be donated to First Initiative Foundation (FIF).

Robotic Dinos – Enroll Now To be a Little Dinosaur Expert

How can the little dinosaur fans miss the rare chance to explore the prehistoric planet? The little dinosaur fans can become dinosaur experts! On every weekend during the exhibition period, kids can participate in the “Robotic Dinosaur Workshop” (around 40 minutes) with a donation of HK$180. The founder of “Dinosaur @ Fossil Lab”, Mr. Lung Tak Chun and his team will teach the participants the history and knowledge of dinosaurs in the Cretaceous and Jurassic, and train a new generation of “Little Dinosaur Experts” in this workshop. Participants can learn about and get up close with paleontological fossils, take pictures with precious paleontological fossils, and use their creativity and imagination to draw their own dinosaurs. After the completion of the workshop, participants will receive special souvenirs.

Robotic Dinos – Dinosaur Hunt! 

Kids love a treasure hunt! Starting from 10 June to 17 July 2022 (every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and public holiday), visitors can receive a dinosaur folder and a “Dinosaur Hunting Passport” upon a donation of HK$20 at the starting point of Dinosaur Hunt at G/F, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City.

All dinosaur hunters are required to follow the instructions to explore the dinosaur stamps scattered in eight different corners of Ocean Terminal, collect all the designated dinosaur-cartoons stamps and answer the questions at each corner. Visitors can redeem a set of eight dinosaur flashcards and a Dinosaur Hunter Certificate upon completion of tasks.

Each flash card is printed with the various dinosaur portraits, attributes and power levels, which are highly collectible.

Robotic Dinos – Dinos Fiesta @ Times Square

Father’s Day is approaching, and it is always good to start an adventure with your Super Hero Dad! Apart from exploring the Jurassic Adventure with the Robotic Stegosaurus, visitors can also join the Dinos Fiesta with your father! Starting from 11 Jun to 10 Jul 2022, upon following Times Square Facebook Page (@hktimessquare) and like the post for the event, you will be receiving a Dinos Fiesta Hat! Put the hat on and become part of the Dinosaur Gangs and enjoy the fiesta at Times Square!

What’s more, from 18 to 19 Jun 2022, you can enjoy a free Milo Dinosaur Special Drink* at Vanda (Shop 625 – 626, 6/F) when you participate in the Dinos Fiesta and share the happiness with your beloved Super Hero Dad!

*Daily quota applies, redemption is available on a first-come-first-serve basis while stock lasts. T&C applies.

Robotic Dinos – Catch the ‘Stegosaurus Moment’

Share your adventure moments with the Stegosaurus with your beloved friends and family! Starting from 7 Jun to 10 Jul 2022, visit Times Square and take some creative snaps, videos or even a reel, and follow the steps, then you will be rewarded with ONE $100 Happy Rewards – It’s Shopping Time 2022 Shopping Coupon!

Details of Harbour City’s dinosaur-themed activities

	Dinosaur Academy	Dinosaur Hunt: Dinosaur Flash Cards Redemption
Content	1. Register “Robotic T-rex workshop” via https://www.harbourcityonline.com/ and donate HK$180 2. Learn about the history and the knowledge of dinosaurs in Cretaceous 3. Get up close and take picture with precious paleontological fossils 4. Drawing under Robotic T-rex 5.Redeem a full set of 8 limited-edition dinosaur flash cards and souvenir.	1. Redeem “Dinosaur Folder” and a “Dinosaur Hunting Passport” upon donation of HK$20 2. Collect 8 designated dinosaur-cartoons stamps and answers 8 questions 3. Redeem a full set of 8 limited-edition dinosaur flash cards and a dinosaur hunter certificate.
Date	12 June to 10 July 2022 (Every Sunday, 3 sessions per day)	10 June to 17 July 2022 (Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and public holiday)
Time	Session 1: 10 am – 10 :40 am Session 2: 11am – 11:40am Session 3: 12noon – 12:40pm *16 participants aged from 6 to 12 for each session *Each participant is only allowed to be accompanied by one parent or guardian	11am – 8 pm
Venue	Ocean Terminal Deck, Harbour City	G/F, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City

Details of Times Square’s dinosaur-themed activities

	The Dinos Fiesta	The Jurassic Adventure – Catch the ‘Stegosaurus Moment’
Content	1.”Like” Times Square Facebook Page (@hktimessquare) 2.”Like” the post for this event 3. Redeem designated Dinos gift for free!	1. Register as “Happy Rewards Member” at Times Square 2. Follow the official Instagram account of Times Square (@hktimessquare) 3. Upload your creative snaps/ videos/ reels to Instagram and hashtag #TSJurassicAdventure and mention @hktimessquare (The Instagram account must be a public one)   *T&Cs apply
Date	Dinos Fiesta Hat: 11 Jun to 10 July 2022 Vanda’s Milo Dinosaur Special Drink: 18 to 19 Jun 2022	7 Jun to 10 Jul 2022
Time	12nn – 10pm	12nn – 10pm
Redemption Location	2/F Concierge, Times Square	5/F Redemption Counter, Times Square

 

Dinosaurs Academy @ Times Square
Content	1. Get e-Ticket of “Dinosaurs Academy @ Times Square” via Times Square eShop (https://eshop.timessquare.com.hk/) by donation of HK$180, all revenue will be donated to First Initiative Foundation 2. Learn about the history and the knowledge of Jurassic Period’s dinosaurs 3. Get up close and take picture with ancient fossils 4. Dinosaurs Art Jamming 5. Redeem a “National Geographic” gift upon completing the academy
Date	11 Jun – 9 Jul (Every Saturday, 3 sessions per day)
Time	Session 1: 10:00 – 10:40; Session 2: 11:00 – 11:40; Session 3: 12:00 – 12:40 (each session lasts for 40 mins)
Meet Up Location	G/F Open Piazza, Times Square (next to the Robotic Stegosaurus)
Workshop Location	Next to Emperor Cinema 13/F, Times Square
Quota	15 participants per session (each quota is valid for one participant only)
Participant Age Range	8 – 12

This Christmas, Harbour City transforms into a “Christmas Terminal” to greet everyone to embark on a Christmas journey. Snoopy flies from the United States and begins a festive voyage with us from 25 November 2021 to 2 January 2022. We can staycation with Snoopy in the “Oriental Kyoto Ryokan”, play “Merry Go Round” with Snoopy and Friends and join the “Magic Christmas Party” in Snoopy’ s house. Art lovers and Snoopy fans can also appreciate and purchase a series worldwide limited exclusive Japanese art collectables and limited-edition souvenirs. Let’s all experience the artistic and cheerful voyage!

Snoopy’s Holiday Harbour City – Snoopy Kyoto Art Voyage

Gallery by the Harbour transforms into a classic Oriental Kyoto Ryokan, Snoopy sits on tatami and greets you! Snoopy and friends are given a traditional Kyoto twist, to experience the exquisite Japanese crafts – “Fabric, Paper, Gold, Painting and Ceramic”. The exhibition showcases 50 worldwide limited exclusive Kyo Yuzen dyed Snoopy denim plushies, 50 limited-edition Snoopy Washi Sculptures, Kyo Zogan Inlay Art Collectables, 7 limited-edition 24 karat gold paintings by the Japanese artist – Hisahiro Fukasawa, 5 sets of SIONE Storytelling Pottery by Showko Kawahara (the sixth successive generation of Makuzu porcelain wares), ceramic artworks by Kyoto craftsman – Shinichi Takashima, and numerous exclusive Snoopy souvenirs including postcards, masking tape, enamel pins, mini tote bag and various tableware, etc.

Fabric – Worldwide Limited 50 Exclusive Kyo Yuzen Plushie

Speaking of Japanese traditional crafts, let us not forget the meticulous woven crafts. Kyo Yuzen is a Japan-exclusive dyeing technique that originated in Kyoto about 300 years ago. Undergoing 26 handcrafting processes, the vibrant colours and patterns are brought to life with vivid detail, making the artwork invaluable. The exhibition features a limited edition of 50 Kyo Yuzen dyed Snoopy denim plush with wagara patterns in 5 colours of navy, purple, green, grey & purple and grey & black. Not only do they embody the spirit of craftsmanship, but also a rich cultural connection to Japan.

Paper – 50 Limited-edition Snoopy Washi Sculptures

The Washi papermaking technique has been around for one thousand years in Japan. It has been designated as an intangible cultural heritage by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Inspired by the unique texture of Washi paper – soft and thin yet tough -, local artist Ray Wong presents distinct styles of Snoopy Washi Sculptures, done by handcrafted collage works. The sculptures are adorned with harmonious colours, whilst radiating a sense of warmth and comfort and are 100% handmade!

Gold – Kyo Zogan Inlay Art Collections

Throughout the history of Japanese inlay crafts, Kyo Zogan remarkably stands out. Ryuji Nakajima, the third generation of a family who has been handing down Kyo Zogan, created 2 Snoopy collectables in limited editions. On metal plates made with ottchil sap, the inlaid gold and silver patch in delicate patterns with fine lines thinner than 1mm, such as sakura, momiji and kudzu, are pieced together as Snoopy silhouettes. The shimmering Snoopy decors will lead you to the elegance and glamour of Kyoto!

Painting – 7 Limited-edition Kyoto Style Gold Paints

Paintings by the Japanese artist Hisahiro Fukasawa reinterpret Snoopy and friends in traditional Kyoto aesthetics. A background finished in 24 karat gold leaf highlights Snoopy in bold colours, painted with acrylic and mineral pigments. The glimmering vibe in his pieces demonstrate how Fukusawa was inspired by the bird-and-flower paintings during the Muromachi Period to the Edo periods. The paintings are best to decorate your home with elegance and class!

Ceramics – Storytelling Pottery & Ceramic

Tea ceremony plays a significant role in Japan’s rich culture, thus, teaware is of particular importance in the tea-drinking experience. Showko Kawahara is the sixth successive generation in her family which has been renowned for their Makuzu porcelain wares. She launched the brand SIONE on the concept of “Readable Ceramics” in 2009, whose pieces each tell a story, realising her design philosophy of “ichigo ichie”. Specially crafted is the set-of-4 SIONE limited edition Storytelling Pottery Plates.

White potteries are adorned with golden pattern and painted with Shiromori, a layering technique, to create detailed texture. Walkthrough the four seasons of Japan with Snoopy and friends themed ceramics! Besides, more to explore are 2 styles of ceramic artworks proudly presented by Kyoto craftsman, Shinichi Takashima. The ceramics are decorated with icchin ceramic technique to create an uneven look, reminding us of the idea wabi-sabi, a Japanese philosophy of perfect imperfection.

Snoopy’s Holiday Harbour City – Play “Merry Go Round” with Snoopy and Friends

Welcome to Snoopy and Friends’ park! A Snoopy’s Holiday “Merry Go Round” awaits you in Atrium I of Gateway Arcade, and it is filled with Snoopy characters and Christmas decorations. Charlie Brown, Sally Brown, Linus van Pelt are there to play with you. Christmas trees are decorated with bone-shaped ornaments, and Snoopy’s red house is installed with Snoopy lying on top. 10 pieces of 1.2m high Snoopy with ribbons in different colours and several Christmas trees are installed along the atrium corridor. In addition, you can meet & greet with Snoopy or Charlie Brown from 2pm-5pm on 27 & 28 November (Sat & Sun); and take photos together upon onsite donation of HK$50. All proceeds will be donated to Hong Kong Blood Cancer Foundation.

Snoopy’s Holiday Harbour City – Magic Christmas Party in Snoopy’ s House

Let’s join the Snoopy and friend’s party! A 3.5m high Snoopy house is located in the Atrium of Ocean Terminal, and festive decorations like 2.1m high Christmas tree and 1.4m high snowman have been set up outside the house. Charlie Brown and Lucy van Pelt are ready to welcome you. Inside the house, you can find the distorting mirror, while Snoopy and Woodstock are playing hide-and-seek with us! Besides, all furniture, party balloons, table lamp are upside down, so we can play around in the extraordinary Snoopy world! What’s more, surprising activities will be launched outside the house.

Snoopy’s Holiday Harbour City – Make A Date

With travel opening up, make a date to visit Harbour City at Hong Kong. Details are as follow:

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and the MICHELIN Guide presents Hong Kong Chefs’ Playbook, a four-series video featuring Hong Kong’s most celebrated MICHELIN-starred talents from restaurants across the foodie city. A treat for the senses, Hong Kong Chefs’ Playbook will get up close and personal with chefs Vicky Lau, Shane Osborn, Vicky Cheng and restaurateur Danny Yip as they bring us on a journey through the neighbourhoods of Yau Ma Tei, Wong Tai Sin, Tai O and Aberdeen to share some of their best kept playbook secrets in sourcing for the finest and freshest local produce influenced by the beauty of this global metropolis.

“As the culinary capital of Asia, Hong Kong hosts close to 70 MICHELIN-starred restaurants. With borders remaining closed, we hope to continue to bring Hong Kong closer to people around the world, this time, through the lens of our renowned MICHELIN chefs. Food is an important factor for our Southeast Asian travellers when it comes to picking a destination, which is why we are very excited and proud to collaborate with the MICHELIN Guide to showcase the neighbourhoods of Hong Kong through these talents as they share their re-interpretations of local flavours and how their favourite spots in Hong Kong have inspired them in their craft,” said Mr Raymond Chan, Regional Director, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong Tourism Board.

Nicolas Achard, Managing Director of MICHELIN Guides Asia and CEO of Robert Parker Wine Advocate shares, “When the MICHELIN Guide was expanding out of Europe into Asia, Hong Kong was one of the earliest cities recognised as having fine cuisines. Since 2009, Michelin and Hong Kong have marked many milestones together. As one of the most innovative and dynamic culinary hubs in Asia, Hong Kong is home to authentic Cantonese cuisine as well as cuisines from around the world prepared by the finest local and international talents. We hope to capture the flavours of this passionate exchange, and of the people behind the scenes, to give viewers a taste of what they can experience when they visit Hong Kong in the future.”

To showcase the vibrancy and diversity of Hong Kong’s culinary scene, each talent featured will unveil their individual playbooks based on their unique culinary background and finesse. As they explore these neighbourhoods, these featured talents will also share their inspirations, culinary secrets and tips that will uncover hidden jewels in these local neighbourhoods and their affinity to these places while discovering new places along the way.

Hong Kong Chefs’ Playbook premieres with Chef Vicky Lau’s gastronomical neighbourhood tour of Yau Ma Tei.

Vicky Lau, Tate Dining Room | Hong Kong Chefs’ Playbook: Yau Ma Tei with Vicky Lau | Release date: 21 September

Asia’s first and only female chef Vicky Lau of two-MICHELIN-starred Tate Dining Room, honed her talent abroad and returned to Hong Kong to pursue her culinary career. Chef Vicky will be bringing viewers around the neighbourhood of Yau Ma Tei, which is a feature of HKTB’s latest West Kowloon neighbourhood campaign aimed to boost interest in the authentic local cultural aspects of West Kowloon.

According to Vicky, Yau Ma Tei is a side of Hong Kong where many chefs visit on a regular basis. “This area is where the old meets the new; with so much to discover especially if you are looking for something authentic and truly Hong Kong.  It is a heaven for food lovers as this is where we find gadgets, ingredients and delicious food but there’s so much authenticity to offer. For instance, the Yau Ma Tei Fruit Market (also known as Gwo Lan) is a well-known Hong Kong historical landmark, where there is an abundance of fruits – many interesting ones that sometimes we do not get to enjoy or encounter daily. The pandemic has greatly affected overseas shipment, but I see this as an opportunity to discover and use more local produce for my creations. I am really excited to show the side of Yau Ma Tei, especially from a chef’s perspective!”

Shane Osborn, Arcane | Hong Kong Chefs’ Playbook: Wong Tai Sin with Shane Osborn | Release date: 28 September

Bringing viewers through Wong Tai Sin is internationally renowned Australian chef Shane Osborn who received his first Michelin stars in London and moved to Hong Kong to establish his solo one-MICHELIN-starred Arcane Restaurant. He shared that sourcing locally is very important to him and his team at Arcane, “Not only do we get the freshest ingredients, we are also supporting the local farming community.”

As an expat, Shane constantly discovers new places in Hong Kong. His first time in Chi Lin Nunnery, Shane expressed that Hong Kong is a destination that provides both the bustling city and serene nature experience. “I was blown away by the Chi Lin Nunnery, the tranquillity of this area surprised me the most, especially as it’s so close to one of the world’s most heavily populated districts.”

Vicky Cheng, VEA | Hong Kong Chefs’ Playbook: Tai O with Vicky Cheng | Release date: 5 October

Known for his unique Chinese-French cuisine, Chef Vicky Cheng of one-MICHELIN-starred VEA also returned to Hong Kong to pursue his career after living abroad. Through this video series, Vicky Cheng hopes that people visiting Hong Kong can appreciate not only the variety of excellent food, whether it’s street food or from Michelin starred restaurants, but to also appreciate what Hong Kong has to offer in its beauty of its landscape.

Vicky echoed the sentiments of Shane Osborn. “One of the most beautiful things that I really enjoy about Hong Kong is that one minute you are in the centre of a financial district, and 15 minutes later you are the in middle of a forest, hiking with nothing around you. This is truly the beauty of Hong Kong as we are in the centre of many great cities and countries around us.  I hope visitors can also see what I see; through the lens of someone who was born here, lived abroad and came back; what’s special about Hong Kong, the places that I like to go, things I like to buy and ingredients I like to cook with.”

Danny Yip, The Chairman | Hong Kong Chefs’ Playbook: Aberdeen with Danny Yip | Release date: 12 October

Last but most definitely not least, restaurateur Danny Yip, whose iconic one-MICHELIN-starred restaurant The Chairman is known for redefining Cantonese cuisine using local ingredients will bring viewers on a journey through Aberdeen. Through and through Hong Konger, Danny loves walking around the city on foot. “When we explore Hong Kong’s neighbourhoods on foot, we can feel the beat of the city and be able to see what’s in between tourist spots. Those in-betweens are hidden gems that are often the most memorable. That is why we use locally sourced ingredients, products from local condiment stores and seafood from local fishermen as much as possible.”

A homegrown restaurateur, Danny has seen many talented young chefs emerged in the past decade, wowing diners with new ideas and flavours. “Being a chef has eventually become a cool thing in the city. They are well connected with other parts of the world, socially active and ready to change. The culinary scene in Hong Kong has never been this vibrant and full of energy. I hope that it will stay that way: diversified, personal, creative, and interesting.”

Hong Kong Chefs’ Playbook: HKTB Video Series With MICHELIN Guide

Once reserved for the crème de la crème of restaurants in Europe, the renowned MICHELIN Star rating system now stretches across the globe as culinary art continues to grow with talents discovered and recognised across various cultures and cuisines. When the MICHELIN Guide debuted in Hong Kong in 2009, it awarded 31 stars to 22 restaurants. Today, Hong Kong is home to a total of 95 MICHELIN stars awarded to 69 restaurants.

As the world continues to battle and does its part to fight the Covid-19 pandemic with further travel ban extensions, HKTB and Michelin aim to spark culinary inspiration whilst enabling audiences around the world to indulge in local neighbourhood tours and reminding them of what awaits them in Hong Kong when travel normalises.

Each episode of Hong Kong Chefs’ Playbook will be released weekly on the social media channels of Hong Kong Tourism Board and the MICHELIN Guide from 21 September 2021 onwards. Start tantalising your wanderlust and taste buds by following @DiscoverHongKong and @MichelinGuideWorldwide on Facebook.

In celebration of Pixar’s 35th anniversary, Harbour City is joining hands with Disney and Pixar once again to bring to the city the first-ever Harbour City Pixar Fest from now through 15 August! Leveraging the horizontal and spacious mall layout, Harbour City adopts a new format to organize a large-scale event with installations and check-in points throughout the mall to diversify foot traffic and minimize close physical contact. In addition, Harbour City creates a series of interactive activities, including augmented reality (AR) check-ins and an online game, connecting the real and virtual world across offline and online platforms, offering guests multidimensional experiences.

Memorable scenes featuring 12 Pixar movies are brought to life at different parts of the mall. In addition, the iconic Pixar Ball and Lamp installation, 5.2 meters in height, matching the size as that in its headquarters in California, marks its first appearance in Hong Kong at Harbour City’s observatory deck, “Ocean Terminal Deck” under the backdrop of the stunning Victoria Harbour views.

1. Photo Spots Inspired by Classic Movie Scenes Throughout the Mall

Harbour City will take you on an eventful movie journey of Pixar through mesmerizing photo spots featuring 12 of Pixar’s animations across the mall. Instant professional shooting service will be provided on-site at Ocean Terminal Deck, as well as at the Soul and Toy Story 4 checkpoints for you to capture the joyful moments!

Entering Ocean Terminal Forecourt, you will discover a 3.4 meters high Pixar logo and a 7 meters high Pixar Fest arch in layering design, painted in the iconic red, yellow and blue colours from Pixar Ball, with images of Pixar’s characters.

The iconic Pixar Ball and Lamp installation, 5.2 meters in height, matching the size as that in its headquarters in California, will make its first appearance in Hong Kong at Ocean Terminal Deck, against the 270-degree panorama of Victoria Harbour as the backdrop. Inside the mall, you will also find Toy Story 4’s Woody and Buzz Lightyear, over 4 meters and 3 meters high respectively, ready to soar “to infinity and beyond”!

In addition, simply by checking in on social media at designated photos spots on specified dates, you may stand a chance to win themed gifts of respective movies! Gifts are available on a first-come-first-served basis. Make sure to keep up with the flash announcements on our official social media!

2. Checkpoints With Fun AR Photo Check-Ins

Apart from taking pictures on-site with the movie characters’ statues, you can also capture the hidden characters through augmented reality (AR) at 5 checkpoints, including Finding Dory, Incredibles 2, Monsters University, Toy Story 4 and Up. Immerse in the world of Pixar’s animations by downloading the mobile app “Harbour Cityzen” for free, turning on the “AR Fun” camera, and scanning the movie logos to trigger the characters to show up! Then you can take pictures with them just as you are in the movies!

AR Photo Check-Ins to look out for:

• The adventurous Dory and Nemo have made their way to Ocean Terminal Deck. While they are enjoying the serenity of the sea view, their friends’ Destiny, Bailey, Hank, and sea otters join the crowds to make their presence at the Deck. Check out their funny moves with the AR camera now!
• Duplicates of Jack-Jack are found in the seaview balcony! Come babysit the naughty Jack-Jack while looking up Mr. & Mrs. Incredible and the family to help get a hold of Jack-Jack!
• Mike and Sulley have acquired the “scarer” skills from Monsters University. Are you ready to be frightened by the squad behind the doors? Don’t forget to discover Art with the AR camera!
• Woody and Buzz Lightyear are ready to soar. Here come their new acquaintances Forky, Ducky and Bunny, who try to steal their thunder! Snap the lovely scenes with the AR camera to capture the precious moments with your friends!
• Carl is about to embark on his journey up in the air at the lawn. Let’s search for the trace of scout Russel, Dug, and Kevin with the AR camera!

Check Points	Finding Dory: Deep Sea Adventure	Incredibles 2: Jack-Jack Everywhere	Monsters University: Monsters Behind the Doors	Toy Story 4: Giant Woody and Buzz Lightyear	Up: Sky Adventure
Location	Ocean Terminal Deck	Seaview Balcony, Level 2, Ocean Centre	Terrace, Level 4, Ocean Centre	Atrium II, Gateway Arcade	Ocean Terminal Deck
Time	10am – 10pm
Download the free mobile app “Harbour Cityzen”	App Store: apps.apple.com/hk/app/harbour-cityzen/id1568652097 Google Play: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hk.com.harbourcity.mainapp

3. Revisit & Reminisce About Pixar’s Movies & Shorts

Besides physical photo spots, Pixar Fest is also bringing you the screenings of selected movie clips! Harbour City has hand-picked the iconic scenes from Ratatouille and WALL•E complementing the 3D decorations, putting you in the middle of the movie scenes.

Outside the window at the zone of Ratatouille is the beautiful landscape of Paris. And there is a 3D kitchen for your “secret cooking lesson” to become the best chef in town! The zone of WALL•E is decorated in the theme of dumpsite on Earth and space. Come and embark on a mission to bring lives back onto the Earth with WALL•E and Eve! Grab the time to take snaps at intervals!

In addition to the feature films, Pixar has also created numerous Pixar Shorts which are very familiar to the fans. Come and enjoy these creative theatrical shorts!

For the mall to implement crowd controls and monitor numbers, visitors will be required to pre-register online at KLOOK, and will be required to have their body temperature checked and hands sanitized before entering the checkpoint.

Details

Time: 11am – 8pm (30 minutes per session)

Location: Shop 2131-2, Level 2, Gateway Arcade

Registration Website: www.klook.com/en-US/activity/58622

4. Online and Offline Interactive Activities

1. Discover Your Soul and Take Pictures On-Site Together

In Soul, Joe accidentally discovers that new souls need to undergo training at The Great Before and search for its spark. Within the campaign period, you can create your own little Soul and share it on social media platforms. Your Soul will appear on the big screen on-site along with others as well! Scan the QR code and find your Soul back! Professional shooting has been arranged for your picture time together!

Details

Operating Hours of the Screen: 11am – 8pm

Location: Shop 2125, Level 2, Gateway Arcade

Game Site: event.harbourcity.com.hk

2. Express Your Mood at the Emotion Headquarters

While adults tend to share their moods with others on social media, kids can share how they feel at the checkpoint of Inside Out! Just as each character represents a specific mood in the movie, you can pick the respective character’s sticker and put it on the wall!

Time: 11am – 8pm

Location: Atrium I, Gateway Arcade

3. Race with McQueen at Harbour City Cup

The legendary Lightning McQueen is back on track. Come and practice the twists and turns with McQueen at the track! Enjoy the Remote Control “Cars 3” Lightning McQueen Turbo Racer test drive*. Besides the race, kids can get on the McQueen toy cars for photos and be the new legendary racer on track!  

Time: 11am – 8pm

Location: Atrium, G/F, Ocean Terminal

Fee*: HK$20

Remarks: The game is for kids aged 12 or under. Sessions will be set up while quota will be arranged on a first-come, first-served basis.

4. Go Across the Land of the Dead with Miguel

An aspiring young musician, Miguel, is accidentally transported to the Land of the Dead and comes across his skeletal ancestors. Bring your family members to capture the family portrait with Miguel in this magical land, and surprises may appear behind you!

Time: 10am – 10pm

Location: Ocean Terminal Main Concourse

5. Enhance Your Movie Experience Further

Discover the Pixar Character in You and Emboss Your Own Stamps on Thematic Postcards

To complete your movie journey with a perfect touch, Harbour City has two routes planned for you. Each Pixar character has its own traits. Have you ever thought of being or feel connected to one of them? You can join the “Which Pixar Character Are You?” Personality Test to discover the Pixar character in you! In addition, you can get a Pixar Fest Postcards Set (total of 12 Postcards), travel around the mall to all Embossing Stamp Station Hotspots to emboss and collect commemorative stamps on different postcards for memories. Upon completion of the route(s), you can redeem extra Pixar premiums!

	Route to Pixar Character in You	Route to Collect Commemorative Embossed Stamps
Content	Redeem a Pixar Fest fiber towel, graffiti wristband, and one “Which Pixar Character Are You?” Personality Test form with HK$50*. Submit your completed Personality Test form to the staff and get your test result. Redeem an extra Pixar Fest A4 folder upon registration as Harbour Cityzen member and with extra HK$20*.	Redeem one Pixar Fest Postcards Set (total of 12 Postcards) with HK$50*. Show to the staff all stamped postcards (all commemorative stamps must be embossed correctly on corresponding postcards) to redeem one Pixar Fest poster, upon registration as Harbour Cityzen member and with extra HK$20*.
Time	11am – 8pm
Location	1)    Ocean Terminal Main Concourse 2)    Atrium I, Gateway Arcade

*All net proceeds from “Pixar Fest” will benefit Make-A-Wish Hong Kong

6. A Wide Variety of Merchandise Available To Bring Home

1. Pixar Fest Pop-Up Store Selling Over a Thousand Pixar Movies-Themed Merchandise

Pixar Fest Pop-Up Store will be selling over a thousand Pixar Movies-Themed Merchandise, including figures, tableware, tote bags, T-shirts and a series of Hot Toys Toy Story Cosbaby And CosRider, along with sweets made by Kingsley Desserts & Gourmandises to keep you cool for the summer. Moreover, there are various photo-taking spots including a Jumbo Size Lotso CosRider!

In addition, customers with spending of HK$200 or above at Pixar Fest Pop-Up Store can present the original same-day receipt to redeem a pack of Toy Story Cosbaby Stickers at Hot Toys Rebel (Shop 4017, Level 4, Gateway Arcade) and enjoy 5% discount for the Cosbaby series. First-come-first-served, while stock lasts. Don’t miss it!

Time: 12nn – 9pm

Location: Ocean Terminal Main Concourse

2. Crossover Merchandise Created with Brands at Harbour City and Exclusive Shopping Privileges

Within the campaign period, several brands at Harbour City will offer time-limited thematic merchandise and exclusive shopping privileges. Please visit the Harbour City website, or ask the corresponding shop staff for more details.

Straddling the two vibrant districts of Causeway Bay and Wan Chai, The Hari Hong Kong is poised to become the latest destination hotel for those in the know. The Hari Hong Kong brings the charm and elegance of The Hari London and delves into the energy and dynamism of bustling Hong Kong. A welcome special awaits you at the end of the article. Read on.

The Hari Hong Kong – Vision & Concept

It was the sweeping vision of Harilela Hotels Ltd, Chairman and CEO Dr. Aron Harilela, a Hong Kong native whose family has resided in the city for five generations, that brought the hotel to fruition. “We’re pleased to bring our very own brand, The Hari, from London to Hong Kong,” he says, “This is our home and I remain incredibly optimistic about its future. I see The Hari Hong Kong as a beacon for the city, and my hope is that its opening sends a clear and strong message of our confidence in what lies ahead.”

The Hari is renowned for its relaxed sense of elegance punctuated with a touch of wit, which is put on full display in its 210 guestrooms, including three rooftop suites, and dining outlets. Dr. Harilela appointed Tara Bernerd, the founder of Tara Bernerd & Partners, a leading international interior architecture and design practice based in London. Dr. Harilela and Bernerd have worked together for many years to create the ultimate home away from home – starting with The Hari London in 2009, and now, The Hari Hong Kong. In addition, Atkins, a global architecture firm with offices in Hong Kong, London, the US, and Dubai, was commissioned to deliver the project from concept through to contract administration.

Working together for the last ten years, Dr. Harilela and Bernerd drew upon the local dynamism, culture and history to create a sense of being and belonging in The Hari Hong Kong. Dr. Harilela’s belief in Hong Kong crystallized five years ago when he identified the site as “a pocket right in the heart of the most bustling parts of town, in the middle of Wan Chai and Causeway Bay.”

“We aimed to create a hotel that felt as though you were walking into the most elegant of Hong Kong homes when you arrived. Like a tailored suit, it brings a London attitude to Hong Kong,” Bernerd says. “We sought to contrast the commercial heritage of the neighbourhood with a modern, forward-looking attitude.”

The Hari Hong Kong – Guest Rooms & Interiors

In a nod to The Hari London, a petrol blue lacquer panelling accents various surfaces. The rest of the palette is dominated by amber leathers, grey marble, and neutral textured linens. Materiality is key, with a mixture of tweed and velvet fabrics in a rich jewel palette of blues, greens, and earthy tones. Timber, marble and fluted surfaces feature prominently.

The guestrooms are carefully designed to maximise the space by opening up the bathrooms and wardrobes, while a system of antique-brass Crittal doors enables the bathrooms to be closed off when necessary. 

A dramatic open plan is employed in the standard King Rooms and Twin Rooms, allowing a two-seater sofa to be included in every room. The fluted bedhead is finished in a deep amber textured fabric, while the bathroom is finished in a rich marble with a bold green vein. Antique brass elements frame the bathroom mirror and the structure of the wardrobe.

Corner Rooms, larger than the standard guestrooms, are similarly designed with an open layout and the addition of a dressing room. Corner Rooms offer views of the buzzing Causeway Bay district, while Premium Corner Rooms overlook Wan Chai and Admiralty.

Rooftop suites, which include the opulent The Hari Suite, exude a masculine edge that is at once traditional and timeless. Each suite houses a five-piece bathroom, a separate sitting room and its own private terrace. A warm palette of navy and grey tweeds and velvets contrast beautifully with the yellow velvet sofa. Echoing mid-century modern inspiration are bespoke timber credenzas, floor lamps, glass-topped marble coffee tables, armchairs and poufs.

The Hari Hong Kong – Wine & Dine Experience 

Exuberant and timeless at the same time, The Hari Hong Kong’s restaurants are set to become exciting new additions to the city’s coveted dining destinations, lending flair and allure to The Hari experience.

The Italian restaurant, Lucciola Restaurant & Bar, is a bastion of old-world glamour and a contemporary ode to heritage flavours, delivering beloved classics with a modern twist. To encapsulate the spirit of Italy, verve and drama are introduced into space with timber-lined walls, contrasted by one long gallery wall finished in Tadelakt polished plaster. 

The Japanese restaurant, Zoku Restaurant & Terrace, located one floor above, presents a refreshing take on Japanese cuisine focused on quality and ingenuity. Split into a lounge-style area and a dining area, Zoku’s palette of pink shades brilliantly counter khaki velvet banquettes, leathers, patterned fabrics and sculptural furniture, all punctuated by origami-like accents in a tasteful tribute to Japan.

Meanwhile, the terrace bar is designed to host from day through the late evening. Long banquettes set with tables and chairs are punctuated with a mix of neutral linens and patterned aqua textiles. A spectacular wall of patterned book-matched marble is set immediately on the façade, on top of which a three-storey green wall brings an oasis-in-the-city feel to the space.

The Hari Hong Kong – Opening Special

The Hari Hong Kong has just been officially opened. The Welcome to The Hari Package is from HK$1,450+10% per night, with HK$700 F&B credit per stay and late check-out till 3 p.m. The opening offer is valid until 31 March 2021.

Man Wah Hong Kong, one of Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong’s signature Michelin-starred restaurants, ushers in a new era of Cantonese fine dining when it re-opens on 1 February 2021. Enjoying sweeping views of Victoria Harbour’s iconic skyline coupled with revitalised interiors that exude understated luxury, the dining institution continues its legacy as an exquisite homage to time-honoured Cantonese cuisine under the stewardship of Executive Chinese Chef, Wing-Keung Wong.

Man Wah Hong Kong – Featured Dishes In New Menu

Guided by Chef Wong’s mission to deepen appreciation for Cantonese cuisine, Man Wah’s new menu features refined classics as well as offering diners the opportunity to discover often overlooked culinary gems and forgotten delicacies. These include:

Deep-fried Matsutake Mushroom Pudding (HK$ 360 for six pieces), also known as guo-ja, can be traced back to the veritable Qing Dynasty epicurean Jiang Taishi. In lieu of chicken testicles used by the former, Chef Wong has developed a vegetarian rendition, employing highly prized Japanese matsutake mushrooms, egg yolks and cornflour to make an intensely aromatic soup that is frozen and then deep-fried. Presented with a golden but delicate exterior, each bite bursts to reveal smooth and tender redolent custard that has an earthy, pine-like fragrance.

A technically demanding delicacy that is vanishing from the city’s eateries specialising in siu mei, which means roasted meats, Chef Wong’s Classic Barbecued Duck Feet Roll (HK$ 168 per piece) was inspired by a request from a regular guest. During the restaurant’s closure for renovation, Chef Wong set off to learn the culinary tradition of this particular dish from a group of older generation chefs. His refined interpretation sees deftly deboned duck feet, barbecued pork, pork belly, marinated chicken liver and taro wrapped in duck intestine, roasted and sliced into medallions of contrasting textures and flavours. Due to the time-consuming preparation, this must be pre-ordered 24 hours in advance.

Man Wah Hong Kong – Signature Dishes

At the same time, diners will delight in new Man Wah signature dishes including the following:

Stewed White Fish Maw, Superior Soup (HK$ 528) is an ode to two Cantonese traditions – broth, a nourishing staple for every meal, and hoi mei, dried seafood which is an essential ingredient. A ubiquitous staple of Chinese restaurants, Man Wah’s version highlights white fish maw for its medicinal value and gelatinous yet delicate texture. The fish maw is poached in a superior collagen soup, made by simmering chicken, pork leg, pig trotter, duck, chicken feet and a pinch of saffron simmered over 12 hours.

A dish often eaten during Hakka celebrations, Braised Pork Belly, Taro (HK$ 168) pays tribute to the dying art of village cuisine. Chef Wong has taken this recipe and refined it for the modern palate. Taro planks are first deep-fried to ensure the root vegetable retains its structure during the braising process. Pork belly is submerged in boiling water for 40 minutes then brushed with soy sauce and dark soy and deep-fried until the skin is rendered crispy. The taro and pork belly slabs are then stacked together, cloaked in fermented red tofu sauce and steamed together to allow the fat and juices of the pork to seep in as well as flavour the taro.

Baked Lobster, Superior Fish Broth (HK$ 588) sees grouper bones boiled for three hours to create a rich stock that enhances the inherent umami of the lobster from Hong Kong. Taking inspiration from the use of freshly shaved truffles in Western cuisine, Chef Wong puts a modern spin on karasumi, Japanese dried and salted mullet roe. French caviar is dehydrated, rolled and frozen overnight, then shaved over the dish tableside for an added delicate brininess while sake-marinated salmon roe finishes the dish with pops of fresh salinity.

The Pan-fried Scallop and Bean Crumb (HK$ 198) features a succulent scallop from Hokkaido, Japan, lightly seared and garnished with sweet, crunchy soybean crumbs from Fujian province in China. This ingredient is often favoured in Chinese fish cookery for its toasty, nutty notes. Drawing influence from the Nordics, a dab of garum of fermented scallop skirts brings complexity to the dish.

Man Wah Hong Kong – Accompanying Beverages

Man Wah will also offer a comprehensive beverage programme and diners can opt for wine and tea pairing. Highlights include a house-made blend of wild chrysanthemum oolong tea which uses a slow drip method, and is distilled one day in advance and served as a refreshing welcome drink for all guests to cleanse the palate before the meal. Along with an extensive collection of premium and rare teas, a sparkling signature blend of Chinese rosella, Earl Grey and strawberry green tea can also be enjoyed, which is cold brewed for 18 hours.

Established and rising China-grown wines and spirits will be featured together with handcrafted fruit-infused rice wine as well. Guests will delight in original aperitifs including a baijiu cocktail which combines lime and tonic with the traditional Chinese spirit, offering a refreshing balance of flavours.

Man Wah Hong Kong – Interior Dining Space Design

Designed by Silverfox Studios, Man Wah’s refreshed interiors frame Hong Kong’s renowned city skyline and the iconic Victoria Harbour as the main attraction seen from the 25th floor of the iconic hotel.

A back-lit square grid ceiling covers the main dining room to accentuate the sparkling cityscape, while the walls are decked in dark azure lacquered panels inlayed with brass. Chinese embroidered art panels, framed artwork and delicate embellishments impart a sumptuous elegance to the dining experience. The intricate layers of blue and gold hues in the hand-woven carpet mirror the rippling water of Victoria Harbour.

Man Wah seats 92 guests in total, including a private dining room which has the capacity to accommodate 32 and can be divided into two separate rooms.

Man Wah Hong Kong – Make A Reservation Today

Lunch and Dim Sum are served between 12 and 2.30 p.m. from Monday to Friday and between 11.30 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Dinner is served between 6.30 p.m. and 10 p.m. daily. For further information and reservations visit the website at mandarinoriental.com/hongkong, call +852 2825 4003 or email mohkg-manwah@mohg.com.