If you ask actress and pop star Lin Min-chen what Hong Kong means to her, chances are she’ll tell you it’s much more than her favourite shopping spots, iconic viewpoints or her go-to local joint for egg tarts and milk tea. For the Malaysian entertainer, Hong Kong has become a home away from home, a city where she’s found success and carved a new pathway for herself.
Lin has plenty of insight to offer when it comes to exploring the city like a local. The actress, who found a large following in Hong Kong thanks to her role in the 2022 film Table for Six, counts popular hotspots like Goldfish Street and Temple Street Night Market among some of her favourite places in the city ― many of which are actually recommended by locals to visitors. Here, she shares her pick of places and experiences that showcase the most authentic side of Hong Kong.
No culinary journey to Hong Kong is complete without a visit to a cha chaan teng (or ‘tea restaurant’). It’s also a must for Lin, as these local joints serve up her favourite nostalgic treats, such as egg tarts with flaky pastry and rich milk tea, both topping the list of Foodie Pleasures of the ‘Most-liked Hong Kong Experiences’.
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