Kayton Tang, Author at Hong Kong Never Normal

BeCandle

Kayton Tang on December 10, 2024

BeCandle was founded 15 years ago by designer Xavier Tsang. Starting as a one-man studio, it has grown into a small team in Sai Kung, continuously exploring and experimenting by participating in markets and exhibitions around the world, collaborating with various local and international brands. Today, it has become a fragrance brand with its own retail shops and local factory . Driven by a passion for scent craftsmanship and a spirit of exploration, BeCandle maintains a multifaceted approach to sustainable development. This includes using sustainable natural materials, long-standing candle refill service, and recycling waste materials such as construction site soil, industrial coffee grounds, floral waste, and even retired tram parts to create scented products. In recent years, it has partnered with volunteer organizations to establish production lines that provides job opportunities for low-income individuals and youth in need of special care.

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Events Beyond Ordinary: Hong Kong’s Vibrant Events Scene

Kayton Tang on December 10, 2024

According to Razlan Manjaji from SCMP Live, “Hong Kong is an events capital.” With a wide array of events taking place, people are increasingly seeking experiences that genuinely captivate them – the demand motivates event organisers to continually elevate their standards.

For Razlan and SCMP Live, this means incorporating unique and thoughtful elements into every event. These elements include high sustainability standards, inclusive panels, quiet spaces for neurodiverse attendees, and accommodations for nursing mothers, among other features.

Razlan has executed more than 30 events this year alone, proving that Hong Kong remains a vibrant cultural hub where diverse individuals gather, connect, and share ideas.

From Warehouse to Wonderland: The Story of Southside By Ovolo

Kayton Tang on December 10, 2024

In a city where change is the only constant, Southside by Ovolo stands as a testament to Hong Kong’s spirit of reinvention.

As the first hotel converted from a warehouse in Hong Kong, this design-centric retreat has transformed a functional space into a stunning blend of rich industrial heritage and modern hospitality.

Step inside to find an inspiring mix of past and present, with creative design elements that honour the building’s history.

One standout feature is the original truck turntable in the GiG event space, which serves as a striking reminder of the building’s industrial past.

The ABOVE rooftop, where you can indulge in breathtaking, uninterrupted views of the captivating vista of the Southside of the Island.

Ready for a memorable getaway? Experience the unique charm and creativity of Southside by Ovolo for yourself!

Ying Ying Makes history

Kayton Tang on December 10, 2024

This year, Hong Kong celebrated the birth of its first locally born panda cubs! 🎉🐼

The cubs, affectionately dubbed “Little Brother” and “Elder Sister,” were born to Ying Ying, who is 19 years old, making her the world’s oldest first-time giant panda mother.

This milestone was achieved thanks to the dedication of the animal care team at Ocean Park Hong Kong and their extensive knowledge of giant panda care and breeding-related behaviours.

Did you know that giant pandas are naturally solitary, coming together only during the breeding season from March to May? 🤔

After mating, the parents separate, leaving the mother to raise the young alone.

At Ocean Park Hong Kong, the animal care team closely observed Ying Ying and Le Le during the annual mating season to create the right conditions for the pair to mate naturally.

When Ying Ying gave birth to twins, the team supported her by using an incubator to help care for both cubs and introducing stuffed animals with their scent to establish a strong bond.

The team aims to give Ying Ying the chance to learn how to be a mother and care for the cubs until they are two to three years old.

This nurturing approach reflects Ocean Park’s commitment to a high standard of animal care.

Are you excited to meet Ying Ying and her adorable twin cubs? 🐾✨

余仁生同浸大聯合出書，仲勁過Wikipedia？

Kayton Tang on December 10, 2024

提到余仁生，大家第一時間會諗起百年信譽嘅中醫藥保健企業，但其實呢個超過140年歷史嘅品牌，仲做咗一件突破傳統嘅事——全力支援浸會大學中醫藥學院，聯合出版咗一本專業級嘅中藥材圖鑑《香港中藥材圖鑑》。

呢本書嘅誕生背後有一個重要嘅原因：由於中藥材品種眾多，名稱相近嘅藥材經常容易混淆，甚至引致安全風險。例如，附子同生附子雖然名稱相似，但實際性質差異極大，後者更加含有毒性；又例如滇烏鹼與烏頭鹼名稱相近，但滇烏鹼毒性明顯更強。為咗澄清呢啲混亂，建立中藥材嘅標準，《香港中藥材圖鑑》以「澄清混亂，建立標準」為宗旨，收錄咗多種本地常見嘅中藥材，詳細研究藥材品質，確保用藥安全有效，對推動中醫藥學嘅現代化發展有重大意義。

呢本書唔單止詳細記錄咗香港常見嘅中藥材特徵、用途同檢測方法，仲結合傳統智慧同現代科學，提供準確同權威嘅專業知識，成為中醫藥界重要嘅參考書籍。比起一般網上資訊，呢本圖鑑內容經過實證同驗證，資料專業性及準確度極高，甚至有人話佢「仲勁過Wikipedia」。

透過呢本書，余仁生提升咗中藥材嘅可靠性，成功將中醫藥推向現代化同專業化，更拉近咗中醫文化同普羅大眾嘅距離，展現咗傳統品牌喺創新路上嘅無限可能。

呢個故事係@hknevernormal嘅合作企劃之一，旨在展現香港獨特又非凡嘅一面！想睇更多精彩又充滿香港「非常」精神嘅故事？快啲追蹤@hknevernormal啦！

余仁生

Meet Hong Kong’s Skyline farmers

Kayton Tang on December 10, 2024

At Rooftop Republic, we’re transforming Hong Kong’s iconic skyline with lush urban farms. From skyscraper rooftops to unexpected city corners, we’re redefining what it means to live sustainably in one of the world’s busiest cities.

Our mission? To bring fresh, locally grown produce to your plate and inspire a greener, healthier lifestyle. Together, we’re creating a community that connects people to their food, their city, and their planet.

Join the movement that’s making urban farming not just possible, but essential. Let’s grow a greener Hong Kong, one rooftop at a time.

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Rooftop Republic

The spirit of Halloween

Kayton Tang on December 2, 2024

🎃 Halloween in Hong Kong is far from just trick-or-treat. It’s an iconic week-long event that brings together locals and visitors alike. It has grown into one of the biggest Halloween festivities in the world, with around 60,000 people coming together to enjoy the spookiest night of the year on October 31st.

At the heart of this transformation is Allan Zeman, the chairman of the Lan Kwai Fong Group, who introduced Halloween in LKF about 25 years ago. What began as a small gathering has evolved into a talk-of-the-town celebration that blends Eastern and Western traditions, featuring everything from costume parties to family-friendly activities. He recalls, “The first year it was all the gweilos who dressed up. Then slowly, I started to see more locals getting involved. Today, it has become almost a national holiday in Hong Kong.”

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叫自己「哥哥」艾歷大叔

Kayton Tang on December 2, 2024

你有見過一位大叔堅持叫自己「哥哥」的嗎？🤔🎨🤭

艾歷大叔（又稱Eric哥哥）投身藝術教育超過十五年，看似成熟穩重，其實心境青春，總能與小朋友打成一片！✨💡他主力以Zoom教授小朋友繪畫，讓來自不同地區的小朋友👧👦可以透過螢幕互相認識🌏，並能感受到彷如置身同一課室的氣氛📚🎨。

艾歷大叔曾修讀理科📐，卻對藝術充滿熱情❤️‍🔥，不僅創立了自己的設計公司🏢，更多年來堅持教授小朋友繪畫。他相信與孩子相處時需要放下「大人」的面具🎭，才能理解他們的興趣與需求，甚至從他們天真的創造力中找到靈感💡🖌️，應用於自己的設計專案中！✨🎨

你想不想與Eric哥哥來一場創意滿滿的藝術Zoom課呢？💻🎨👩‍🎨👨‍🎨我們很榮幸成為@hknevernormal的合作夥伴，致力分享香港這座城市的非凡故事。Follow @hknevernormal 發掘更多精彩故事！

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SAVOR THE UNEXPECTED

Kayton Tang on November 30, 2024

Biryani Masala? Cantonese Worcester Sauce? MSG? Charred Corn Husk? These are just some of the unusual ingredients that delightfully come together in The Savory Project’s one-of-a-kind cocktails.

Ajit Gurung and Jay Khan dared to defy norms with The Savory Project, a “never normal” establishment that flips the script on traditional bars by focusing solely on savory flavors.

Its menu caters to the bold and curious, with unexpected creations such as “Thai Beef Salad”, “Biryani”, and “Mala Punch”. In the intriguing Pepper+Corn cocktail, corn husk is meticulously skinned off the corn, cooked on the stove for hours to remove the moisture, and then further reduced sous vide. The dedication to detail is evident in every sip.

In an industry-leading move, The Savory Project presents a thoughtful selection of non-alcoholic cocktails to cater to evolving drinking preferences. “We don’t want people to miss out on the experience of a cocktail bar just because they don’t drink. We put equal thought and craft into our non-alcoholic cocktails, so non-drinkers don’t have to awkwardly settle for a lime soda.”

For Ajit and Jay, it’s not just about drinks; it’s a philosophy of pushing boundaries, challenging the status quo, and standing out in a sea of conformity. The Savory Project embodies their belief being bold and blazing their own trail – ultimately redefining the city’s cocktail scene. 🥃🍹🍸

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Revolutionizing Music Education in Hong Kong 🎻🎹

Kayton Tang on November 29, 2024

Meet Madeline Kam, a visionary in the world of music education and a proud Hong Konger. 🌟 As the Asia Consultant to the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Madeline has been instrumental in shaping music teaching in the region. She was the first to introduce a first-class music MA course from the European String Teachers Association (ESTA), blending face-to-face learning with distance education—a groundbreaking approach to teaching music skills.

Her innovative vision is giving the next generation of musicians and teachers in Hong Kong a unique, world-class way to grow and learn. 🎼✨

Which aspect of Hong Kong inspires your creativity? Let us know below!👇

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