Vlogs, Blogs, and Videotape /// Saturday 22 June 2024

Hong Kong's Dessert Culture by Delicia Theofany Tamin


The video explores traditional Hong Kong dessert culture and its content is designed specifically for those seeking authentic dessert spots in Hong Kong. It aims to appeal to both the global audience as well as local residents interested in learning about their culinary heritage. In Cantonese culinary tradition, sweet soups, puddings, and egg tarts are famous among locals (Time Out Hong Kong). Notable dessert destinations highlighted include Kai Kai Dessert, which has earned a Michelin star for its fresh soups, as well as long-standing places like Yee Shun Dairy Company and Tei Mou Koon. Beyond fulfilling physical needs, food also brings cultural enjoyment. Partaking in shared meals carries meaningful social values, reflecting relationships and fostering reminiscence. Furthermore, what and how people eat expresses cultural identity both internally and externally during cultural exchanges (Sterkenburg, 2013). The video therefore emphasizes the communal experience of traditionally enjoying desserts in Hong Kong social contexts.