Charmaine Mok

Growing up in a Chinese household, I never found it hard to eat my greens. That is why, even as a child, I never understood the mass hatred towards broccoli and carrots – until I saw how they were being boiled to a mush, stripping them not only of flavour... See more

The coffee shop is the perfect space to start off 2026, whether you are in dire need of a post-party dose of caffeine or you are looking for a calm spot to write down your new year goals over a cappuccino. Here are five new coffee spots to add to your lis... See more

This year’s Clockenflap music festival took place just over a week after the tragic fire in Tai Po and, understandably, there were mixed emotions.\nMany artists paid tribute to the lives lost before starting their sets, while festival organisers themselve... See more

As 2025 winds down, it is an ideal time to settle down at a cosy coffee shop and reflect on the year gone by.\nWhether catching up with old friends or family members, or choosing to indulge in a form of solo self-care, these new cafes can offer solace as ... See more

Every so often, I get the chance to share my opinion on the trends that defined the year and what may be on the horizon. This year, my two cents were included in Marriott International’s Future of Food 2026 report, released last month.\nThe comprehensive ... See more