Introducing Hong Kong Quests, Hong Kong Greeters’ new way to explore!

We’ve been wondering how we can still help you explore Hong Kong during a global pandemic and have been racking our brains at Hong Kong Greeters HQ to come up with some new and pandemic-proof outings. We’re delighted to announce that we are ready to roll out one of them: Hong Kong Quests.

What are Hong Kong Quests?

* Stocking Filler * Team Building Venture * Family Fun * Gift *

* School Outing * Birthday Party Activity *

Set in Hong Kong, our Quests are treasure hunts combined with a self guided tour of a local neighbourhood.

Storytelling lies at the heart of our business, so each one has a unique backstory and we’ve also woven in a few interesting, thrilling, curious, creepy or slightly gross facts to keep you hooked.

Follow a series of directions and clues, to solve a mystery and complete your quest.

As well as being both pandemic proof and affordable, our Quests are family friendly and screen-free!

Once your Quest is complete, you will be able to unlock a secret page on our website, to download your certificate and access bonus content.

Hong Kong Heist in Central

Stop thief! There’s been a bank heist in Hong Kong’s Central district. An audacious thief has stolen a bag of diamonds and has gone on the run.

Your Quest is to follow the clues to identify the thief and recover the stolen goods. This route starts and ends at Central MTR. Link above to purchase.

Creeped Out in Wanchai

Hong Kong’s Wan Chai neighborhood is probably the city’s most famous supernatural hotspot. Normally it doesn’t bother anyone, but this week haunted Hong Kongers and terrified tourists have been completely creeped out. Why? Because the ghost of a young girl has been howling with anguish day and night.

Your Quest is to follow the clues to uncover her name and find out where she was going and what happened to her. Link above to purchase.

COMING SOON! Time-Trapped in TST

Monty Horloge is a time traveler who is time-trapped in Tsim Sha Tsui. He landed at the old Clock Tower with a bump and has amnesia. He’s supposed to return home tomorrow, but he’s forgotten where he needs to go.

Your Quest is to find out where and when the time portal will open and which year he needs to get back to.

Alternatively, if  you would like to discuss a private tour or customised team building event, we’d love to here from you.

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Vegetarianism in Hong Kong

Herbivorous Hong Kong

You will be happy to hear that the global tide of vegetarianism and veganism has finally washed up on Hong Kong’s shores.  As a result there are increasing numbers of vegetarian friendly eateries that you can chose from.  In fact, between 2013 and 2017 the number of vegetarian restaurants seems to have doubled.  Meat free offerings continue to mushroom (sorry, we couldn’t resist the food pun) around the city.

Buddhism and Vegetarianism

Interestingly, Hong Kong has a significant Buddhist population.  Theoretically, Buddhists live by the tenet that one should not kill to eat and should therefore maintain a vegetarian diet.  In reality, many Hong Kong locals are twice-monthly Buddhists, only practicing strict vegetarianism on the 1st and 15th day of the lunar month.  If you’re ever struggling to find vegetarian offerings, head straight to your nearest monastery or nunnery.  Many have associated cafes or eateries that cater exclusively to vegetarians.

Carnivorous Hong Kong

Vegetarian options aren’t always immediately obvious here in Hong Kong.  The locals are generally a meat loving bunch. We unearthed a statistic from 2015 placing Hong Kongers top in the worldwide meat and seafood eating stakes. Or should that be steaks (ahem)?

Hong Kong is a foodie heaven and is known for all sorts of delicious Carnivorous dishes. But if you’re reading this, what you really want to know is what options there are for non-meat-eaters.

Grass Routes Vegetarian Food and Cultural Tour

If you’re visiting Hong Kong, join our new 4 hour Grass Routes Vegetarian Food Tour.

Come along and taste a range of vegetarian dishes.  After listening to feed back from our guests, we have created this tour to meet growing demand.  This is a gentle walking tour that combines contrasting cultural experiences with plenty of delicious veggies eats and treats along the way.

You will visit a vibrant temple, a tranquil ornamental garden and then a bijou museum.  Naturally, we don’t want you flagging.  So the cultural offerings will be interspersed with dim sum elevenses, vegan ice-cream and then yet more lovely food at the Green Canteen.

Other Resources for Veggies and Vegans in Hong Kong:

Kadoorie Farm and Botanical Garden

Our Grass Routes Tour finishes at the Green Canteen.  This Vegetarian restaurant is supplied (mostly) by nearby Kadoorie Farm and Botanical Garden as well as other local organic small-holdings.  The farm is certainly a little off the beaten tourist track. However, if you’re planning a longer stay in Hong Kong and would like to learn more about sustainable agriculture, consider a visit.  As an added bonus, you will also enjoy Hong Kong’s abundant nature.

Green Queen

Green Queen has a broader environmental remit, covering health and wellness, eco-products, conscious eating and so forth.  But vegetarian and vegan eating and lifestyle issues definitely fall under their umbrella.  It’s well worth checking their website as there are plenty of great resources and recommended listings.

Meat Free Hong Kong

This an informal group that arranges meet ups at vegetarian eateries around the city.  We note that the group doesn’t seem to be active so far this year.

Happy Cow

Happy Cow has developed a comprehensive website and downloadable app with listings for all meat-free variants in the city – restaurants, cafes, supermarkets etc.  It is designed to help you find your nearest vegetarian options and shops when you are out and about in Hong Kong. In fact, it will work in most cities across the world!

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