Meet Hong Kong’s Skyline farmers

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.

We’re sharing this story as a proud partner of @hknevernormal, an initiative dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary nature of our city. Follow @hknevernormal for more inspiring stories.

Rooftop Republic

Fusing traditional charm with modern aesthetics, capturing the essence of Cha Chaan Teng culture.

An icon of the city, serving up simple, hearty eats, Cha Chaan Teng continues to stand as an iconic embodiment of the city’s unique cultural fusion and a testament to the culinary dynamism of the city.

One of the defining characteristics of a Cha Chaan Teng is its menu, which features a diverse array of dishes catering to both Chinese and Western tastes. From classic offerings such as pineapple buns, sandwiches and Hong Kong-style milk tea to Western-inspired items like French toast. @sleepyhead.hk celebrates the enduring appeal and adaptability of Hong Kong’s Cha Chaan Teng culture.

Experience sleepyhead’s refreshing take on the traditional Cha Chaan Teng favourites!

“dancing wave”

Have you ever tried the “dancing wave” hand signal to catch a cross-harbour taxi🫳🏻 🌊?

It is a secret trick that not even all Hong Kongers know. Simply flatten your right hand and move it in a wave-like motion—just like a boat floating on the sea. This signals taxi drivers that you’re crossing the harbour, making it easier for the right taxi to find you. Trust me, with this trick, you’ll never face rejection from a taxi driver again.

Reimagined HK Classics

Embracing Traditions with a Modern Twist: Reimagined Cha Chaan Teng favourites.

A charming spot in the heart of the city, a sanctuary for you to escape from the monotony of routine while indulging in the simple pleasures of life.

Escape the hustle and bustle, fuel up on a refreshing take on beloved Cha Chaan Teng favourites while you enjoy a much-needed break.

Sleepyhead

幾忙都要食餐好

香港嘅食物最有特色係佢完全體驗到香港人嘅速度💨,即使出品快都可以非常出色🏆。
這次@evelynchoii帶大家快閃灣仔區,試吓香港唔同類型嘅「速食」文化!

🩷炒滑蛋呢樣野,本身就係出自西方嘅scrambled egg,其後慢慢平文化,炒蛋便愈來愈受港人歡迎。位於大坑順興嘅滑蛋飯真係非一般好味,蛋漿快速「炒兩炒」搭配埋蝦、叉燒、豬扒,甚至係夾入菠蘿包都一樣出色。當然唔少得嘅就係秘製甜豉油,撈飯一流!順興除了一般鋪面外,後巷仲有幾個帳篷,任何天氣都阻擋唔到出面大排長龍。🚶🏻🚶🏻‍♀️🚶🏻‍♂️

🩷香港人鍾意食燒賣食到要有關注組,呢樣野已經好非比尋常😅!無論係便利店、涼茶鋪,都會見到燒賣嘅蹤影。行過路過拮一串又可以抵肚餓,搭配特製的沙爹咖喱辣油,正👍🏻

🩷法國攝影師Henri Cartier-Bresson推崇的「決定性瞬間」(The decisive moment),為攝影界金石良言!打邊爐黎講,時間嘅掌握都十分重要⏱️!響鈴最佳享用時間係3秒、肥牛係13秒。而香港人係打邊爐上嘅multi-tasking更已經推到極致,可以飲湯又可以打邊爐,有啲仲可以食埋雞煲。老闆仲特別訂造1:1人手製作嘅戲棚花牌,真係忍唔住要打個卡。

Evelyn Choi

醉貓:原來有另一個意思?

「醉貓」可能係香港最被誤用嘅詞語之一。都市傳說話呢個term唔係用嚟話人醉到隻嘢咁,而係講啲表面似醉,實際上心中有數嘅人。佢哋就似貓咪,睇落係懶洋洋,表面鬆散、隨性,實際上每一步都踩得穩,隨時隨地都可以反應好快!

好多人用「醉貓」來形容人真係醉酒,會唔會係冇理解呢個詞嘅真正含義—其實唔係醉,係「醒」?

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!

無名氏

Brewing A Revolution: How Young Master popularised craft beer in Hong Kong

Beer has long been a favourite in Hong Kong, often enjoyed at dai pai dongs and hot pot restaurants after a long day. 🍺🇭🇰  

However, craft beer, known for its premium image, was much less popular and rarely found on menus until recently.

Everything changed in 2013 when Rohit Dugar, a craft beer enthusiast, founded Young Master Brewery with the vision that Hong Kong food should pair with locally crafted beers.

By collaborating with dai pai dongs to create a truly unique beer festival, Young Master brought craft beer directly to the places where Hongkongers love to drink the most.

This event combined Western-style craft beer with local food culture, marking a breakthrough in Hong Kong’s dining scene.

Now, Young Master Craft Beer has made its way into many restaurants and retail stores, making it easy to purchase anytime, anywhere.

Which Young Master beer is your favourite?

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Young Master

Taste of Tradition! 🍽️✨

Discover the charm of Hong Kong at 聯華茶餐廳, a beloved local eatery since 1966! With its rare two-story design and retro vibes, every corner tells a story. Come and experience the authentic flavors of our city!

聯華茶餐廳