Egg waffles - or eggettes - are essential breakfast eating in Hong Kong. Photo / Getty
BREAKFAST:
Hit the streets and find your nearest hawker (that's a street vendor to the uninitiated) for the sweet doughy delight that is a Hong Kong egg waffle (otherwise known as egg puffs or eggettes). If you're in town for a weekend, indulge in one of Hong Kong's favourite
past times - free-flow brunch. Wan Chai has several on offer, including Catalunya (for brunch with a Spanish flavour) and The Grill at the Grand Hyatt. It's not the cheapest way to dine but always makes for a fun day out. Make sure you book ahead to avoid disappointment.
COFFEE:
Hong Kong may be the only place in the world where the coffee revolution has yet to fully take hold. While there are more coffee shops opening every month, it's still pretty tricky to find a decent flat white and your best bet is often to stick with the classic filter variety. Part of the problem is the milk… It just tastes weird. If you're desperate for a caffeine fix, your best bet is French outfit, La Station, on Tai Yuen Street. Be warned: you'll pay upwards of $7 for a flat white and it still won't be as good as your local.
