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Hong Kong People & Places
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Anais Jourden Mak & Benny Woo
The Hong Kong design scene caused a real buzz recently, thanks to partners (in life and business) Anais Jourden Mak and Benny Woo’s nomination to the LVMH prize. Their contemporary womenswear collection’s peculiarity lies in its exclusive fabrics, which have been attracting a lot of attention over the past few years, from high-profile magazines the likes of Vogue China and Elle Hong Kong. Mak and Woo were the first fashion designers to represent Hong Kong in this prestigious industry prize, reaching the semi-finals.
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Tosca/Pino Lavarra
Tosca is located on the 102nd floor of the Ritz Carlton, the tallest hotel in Hong Kong. The name of this Italian restaurant led by chef Pino Lavarra is a nod to the famous opera by Puccini. “Our open kitchen,” Lavarra explains, “stretches out into the restaurant like a stage, and you can watch the show from your table, as if you were sitting in the stalls in a theater.” Born in Puglia, Lavarra relocated to Hong Kong three years ago. The ethos of Tosca finds its true expression in the reinvention of classic Italian dishes that employ the best fresh ingredients. Lavarra strives to offer the perfect wine combinations for his dishes, working closely with a team of sommeliers.
www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/china/hong-kong/dining
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Lamma Island
Lamma Island, also known locally by the name of Pok Liu, is the third largest island in the Islands District, a group of 236 islands south of Hong Kong. Lamma is characterized by its relaxed atmosphere, in comparison to the main city, and its stunning natural scenery. On Lamma, buildings taller than three storeys are prohibited by law, and there are few cars in the streets, as most people travel by bike. Its lower prices compared to mainland Hong Kong make this island the perfect destination for young people and writers.
www.discoverhongkong.com
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Po Lin Monastery and Great Buddha
Located in the rural area of Ngong Pin, the Po Lin monastery was inaugurated in 1906. From its origins as a small place of worship, it has evolved into a large Buddhist center, as well as one of the most popular tourist attractions in the area. Its structure comprises many imposing buildings, including the Great Treasury Hall and the Ti-Sang Hall. Other parts of the site are still under construction. When visiting the monastery it is worth bearing in mind that the more recent buildings are situated nearer to the entrance, while the simpler, older constructions are at the back.
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Gagosian Gallery
The Hong Kong branch of the contemporary art gallery founded in L.A. in 1979 by Larry Gagosian, is housed in the Pedder Building, a historical shopping area in the center. Its 500sq meters of floorspace were inaugurated with a Damien Hirst exhibition. The venue is filled with natural light, having been designed for flexible use by London architectural firm Caruso St John, who have developed a number of other gallery spaces for Gagosian around the world (there are ten overall: one New York, two in Beverly Hills, then in London, Rome, Athens, Paris and Geneva).
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Cuffs
Made-to-size menswear is only one of the many faces of Causeway Bay, Hong Kong’s shopping mecca. No other place does it as well as Cuffs, on Lee Garden Road. Here you can ‘build’ your own shirt in a seven-step process, with the aid of the shop’s expert owners. Ian and Mario will help you to choose the right fabrics and designs – cuffs and all. The finished product costs around 400 Hong Kong dollars (about £30).
www.cuffs.hk
