Guided Tour
“(Beneath) The Legends: Exploring Sai Ying Pun’s Urban Myths” Guided Tour
“Preserving Time – Sai Ying Pun’s Traditional Flavours and Souvenirs” Guided Tour
DESCRIPTION
Where would you go for a Saturday date in Sai Ying Pun? To a photogenic cafe, or a restaurant serving refined international cuisine? This guided tour takes participants to step into a time tunnel and return to Sai Ying Pun of the last century, exploring the traditional delicacies and food souvenirs that once drew people to the area.
Participants will visit Hop Lee Seafood and Yu Wo Hop Kee, embarking on a journey of smells and flavours to discover the craft behind these intangible heritage foods and learn how these long-established shops have evolved alongside changes in Sai Ying Pun. Participants will also have the chance to experience the role of a shop assistant, speak with the owners, and hear insider stories from the old days.
ARTIST / PARTNER
Hong Kong Resource Centre for Heritage
Founded in 2005. the Hong Kong Resource Centre for Heritage promotes the conservation of tangible and intangible cultural heritage through research and knowledge exchange, fostering a greater sense of belonging.
Founded in 2005. the Hong Kong Resource Centre for Heritage promotes the conservation of tangible and intangible cultural heritage through research and knowledge exchange, fostering a greater sense of belonging.
Docent: Christine Ho
Christine Ho holds a Master of Arts in Chinese Language and Literature from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and is currently Project Manager at the Hong Kong Resource Centre for Heritage. She works in Sai Ying Pun and loves food.
Christine Ho holds a Master of Arts in Chinese Language and Literature from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and is currently Project Manager at the Hong Kong Resource Centre for Heritage. She works in Sai Ying Pun and loves food.
DETAILS
Date and Time14 November 2026 (Saturday)
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
21 November 2026 (Saturday)
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
21 November 2026 (Saturday)
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Duration90 mins
LanguageCantonese
Quota20
Fee$50
Remarks※ Gathering Point: MTR Sai Ying Pun Exit A2
※ Limited quota is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
※ Persons aged 6 or above are welcome to participate. Participants aged under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
※ All persons admitted to the venue, including accompanying adults, must hold a valid ticket.
※ Please note that there will be no tasting session.
※ Once registered to participate in the event, no refunds or changes will be allowed.
※ Please arrive 15 minutes before the event starts, and present the email confirmation to the on-site staff for registration.
※ Limited quota is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
※ Persons aged 6 or above are welcome to participate. Participants aged under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
※ All persons admitted to the venue, including accompanying adults, must hold a valid ticket.
※ Please note that there will be no tasting session.
※ Once registered to participate in the event, no refunds or changes will be allowed.
※ Please arrive 15 minutes before the event starts, and present the email confirmation to the on-site staff for registration.
