Gourmet Skin Bar: Traditional Chinese Medicine Beauty Secrets

 

The local culture in Hong Kong relies significantly on the vast wealth of knowledge that is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) when it comes to health and wellness. The experts at Gourmet Skin Bar, Hong Kong’s Luxury Organic Beauty Boutique, have rounded up some time-tested TCM beauty secrets with easy to follow recipes that are sure to make your skin glow from the inside out!

Pearl Powder Revitalizing Beauty Mask

This beauty mask is wonderful for soothing skin inflammation and redness, as pearl powder is very rich in amino acids. It also detoxifies and simulates your skin- slowing down the aging process. It might sound unbelievable, but Chinese women have been using it for centuries, and it is quite easy to make, granting your skin with new life.

Ingredients Needed

• One tablespoon of pearl powder
• Half of a tablespoon of raw honey(local is best!)
• One egg yolk

Directions:

Whisk all the ingredients together in a bowl until you reach a consistency in the color. Apply the mixture on your face and leave it on for 20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.

Repeat the mask 1-2 times a week for best effects.

Calm Your Skin with Mung Bean Soup

Mung beans remove toxins from your skin and cool your whole body down, especially the blood. Consuming a bowl of a mung bean soup can help different conditions such as rashes, acne, cold sores and so on, from developing or decline the impact of existing ones.

Ingredients Needed

• Five hundred milliliters of filtered water
• One handful of dried Mung beans
• One tablespoon of honey (to taste)

Directions:

First of all, rinse the beans well. Then in a pan, bring the water and the beans to a boil. Let them simmer for about fifteen minutes- till they open up. If you prefer sweeter taste, add the honey, otherwise, you could consume it without sweetener.

Your skin needs special care and attention! Bringing you the healthiest choice for skincare and beauty products, Gourmet Skin Bar wants to make you feel loved in your own skin. Our philosophy is “love your skin, cherish life, and protect the planet”. Gourmet Skin Bar always provides natural, organic, chemical-free skincare products and cosmetics to bring out the best in your skin.

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Napue Gin: Party Planning Tips

Being a hostess can be hard work. This list of party planning tips from Food Linkers, who’ve brought international delights, like Napue Gin, to Hong Kong will help smooth the organisational process and enable you to plan your next event stress-free!

Have you tasted the delight that is Napue Gin yet? You must! Napue Gin is a full bodied spirit with a herbal sweet taste and hints of sea-buckthorn, cranberries, pepper, rye and birch leaves. All of these ingredients along with the low northern sun and length of day in the Finnish summer creates a special intensity of flavor in the wild botanicals. Definitely an amazing spirit to serve at any party or event!

But, let's get back to our original topic- party planning tips! Read on:

Planning

The earlier you start planning your event, the easier it will be for you to create a memorable atmosphere and experience for all attendees. Make yourself a thorough, detailed list of everything that needs to be done. Figure out how many days you have until the event and start assigning each task a completion date. Don’t try to do three days worth of work in in one day- that’s not productive or healthy for your stress levels.  

Guest List

The guest list is probably the most important factor for any event. It’s not just number of people invited and attending- you need to have a clear vision of the type of event and who will be there. Will it be an intimate gathering or a huge Hollywood-like party?  This will help you get an idea of what all needs to be done; will only drinks and appetisers be served or are you hosting a full sit-down dinner?

All of this being said makes sure that your invites are sent with plenty of time for people to respond and add your event to their busy schedules. Sending an email invitation has become acceptable for all but the most formal of events.

'Napue Green Salad' - fresh bay leaf, thyme, tarragon & Napue Gin from FINDS

Yummy Party Drinks

Set your event apart by planning a few special party drinks for your guests. We always recommend at least 2 different cocktails planned ahead of time, incase your guests have any dietary concerns or allergies. You can Jazz Up your Tea and Coffee beverages with these recipes(click here) or enjoy this refreshing Cucumber and Lime Napue Gin Cocktail recipe(click here).

You can order Napue Gin online at from either HK Liquor Store or The Tramline Liquor Co and create the above recipes at home- impressing friends and colleagues! Or find Napue Gin at several bars and restaurants across Hong Kong(Ozone Bar, Dr. Fern's Gin Parlour, The Pawn, Lilya, The Iron Fairies, Ophelia, Aberdeen Street Social, Brickhouse, MyHouse, FINDS).

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Yoga Tips for Beginners

 

 

At last, you have decided to take upon the long journey and experience of yoga. Cool, comfy clothing is a must and here to help is A Day with Fé; creator of a unique line of lovely, comfy and inspiring activewear designed for active individuals!

Countless times have the benefits of yoga been proved through scientific studies. There is a reason many successful, famous people have yoga as a part of their daily routines. That being said yoga can be challenging for any beginner, therefore we have taken it upon ourselves to create a list of tips which will improve your overall experience and enable you to improve your yoga skills on a daily basis.

Take A Yoga Class; seek out technique tips from an expert

• Many people try to practice yoga in their home, even though they have never tried it before. They don’t know the movements, or the breathing techniques or anything regarding the topic. Reading a few books and going through videos on YouTube are not enough to gain the required grasp of fundamental concepts necessary to practice yoga.  A professional yoga teacher is there to help you along the path. He or she will know the breathing techniques, the poses and the equipment needed to make your experience as enjoyable and as productive as possible.

Choose a Style Before Entering a Class

• That being said, you must first choose a particular yoga class to attend. Ever since yoga became popular in the western world, the variety of different yoga styles is practically endless, there are yoga types that are quite dynamic, there are those that are exercised in a sauna, there are those practiced in water and so on. Choose the type of yoga that you think would best suit you and find a beginner’s class to attend afterwards. You could always go to a few sessions in different styles to try them out and find the version that fits your personality best!

Don’t  Stress Out

• Always keep in mind that you are a beginner, you just need time!  Yoga is not a competition, it’s a personal experience meant to improve a person and help them achieve peace of mind, fitness and a whole host of wonderful benefits.

Invest in Quality

• Investing in quality yoga clothing and yoga mats may sound unnecessary, but it actually makes the overall experience so much better! You’ll be able to concentrate on the movements, holding your poses so much better without any embarrassing “wardrobe malfunctions”, in quality athleisure!

Whether you are wearing A Day with Fé pieces for your yoga practice, daily whereabouts or travel- the hidden mantras will keep you in tune with your practice, powerful words to inspire you in your daily life.

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Grilled Pork Ribeye Steak : Taste Of Scan

There are too many times when pork simply doesn’t get the praise it deserves. Perfectly at home as a simple supper yet also has a place on the table at a nice holiday dinner.  Scan’s flower fed pork is easy to prepare, ensuring you’re feeding your family a delicious, tender, and flavorful meal. Scan’s flower fed pork can be cooked any way you like- the high-quality fat is quick to prepare and stays juicy and tender longer, so cooking time is less critical.

The Pork Ribeye Steak in particular is incredibly tender and lean.  This cut originates from the center of the loin in the rib area, and can be purchased bone-in or boneless. These are sometimes referred to as a rib chop or pork chop and are one of the best cuts for grilling.

It’s grilling season, and nothing beats a juicy pork ribeye steak sizzling on the grill! Grilled pork ribeye is quick and easy to prepare. From weekend fun with friends to a quick weeknight dinner - and with a variety of seasonings and side dishes- your grill will be busy all summer long. What makes grilled pork ribeye so versatile? It’s amazingly quick to prepare!

The recommended cooking temperature is 60° C / 140° F, which only takes about 8 minutes on the grill!

Pro Tip: You can (and should) enjoy Scan’s flower fed pork pink- it’s a completely different gastronomic experience!

The length of cooking time ultimately depends on the thickness of your pork and the temperature of your grill. The best way to ensure perfectly cooked pork is to cook by temperature with a digital meat thermometer. Be sure to also let your pork rest for 3-5mins before slicing and serving.

Pork Ribeye is one of the least intimidating cuts to cook because of it’s simplicity. A simple salt and pepper seasoning is sometimes all you need!

Fresh from the Nordic countryside, Scan’s flower fed pork is really pure and fresh- the smell and taste is amazingly flavorful! You must pick some up to try today! Now available at these ParknShop Supermarkets: Kowloon Tong, Festival Walk - Discovery Bay Plaza - Stanley Plaza - Wan Chai, Hopewell Centre - Tai Tam, Hong Kong Parkview.

Don’t feel like cooking? Many top Chefs have chosen Scan’s tasty pork for their menus. Flower fed pork has been featured in over 50 Hong Kong restaurants since its 2016.01 debut!

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Asian Youth Orchestra World Tour with Vadim Repin

For those of you who are not familiar with the Asian Youth Orchestra, it is time to learn more about them and the exquisite work that they are doing! AYOHK is a Hong Kong based orchestra that is always trying to find new ways to improve their overall performance and take their musical talent to a whole new level.

Each year the orchestra goes on a major world tour around many continents and this year the young aspiring artists will visit Asia, North America, and Europe and perform in more than twenty different cities.   This year Vadim Repin, violinist, will star in several of the concerts being performed in Europe,

Who is Vadim Repin?

Without a doubt one of the greatest violinists of our times, Vadim Repin will be touring with the Asian Youth Orchestra this year.  Repin began learning music early on at the age of 3. First starting with the accordion and a flute, and finally meeting his musical companion, the violin, at the age of 5. At age 9 he gave his very first violin concert and from then on, dreamed only of becoming a great musician.

Repin has performed with many of the world's greatest orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic and the London Symphony Orchestra, and released several acclaimed recordings.

Dates and Program

August 22nd : Palacio de Festivales, Santander, Spain. Click here for event info

The Asian Youth Orchestra along with Vadim Repin will be performing in Sala Argenta [Palacio de Festivales] at Santander, Cantabria at 20:30 p.m. If this event is close to you, you will definitely want to enjoy this amazing and unique experience.

August 23rd  : Kursaal, San Sebastian, Spain. Click here for event info.

The next day, the Asian Youth Orchestra and Vadim Repin will be attending the Kursaal Auditorium, and their performance will begin at 20:00 p.m. the program includes Chun-Wai Wong ‘As the Heart Soars’, Dmitri Shostakovich at a violin and orchestra concert and Gustav Mahler at the No.1 Titan symphony. Prices of the tickets start with only € 11.40.

August 30th : Konzerthaus, Berlin Young Euro Classic. Click here for event info.

Two days later, this amazing collaboration will be meeting again at Konzerthaus in Berlin at 20:00 p.m. You will be enjoying Joerg Thadeusz, James Judd and of course Vadim Repin. If you have a little extra time and you get there earlier, at 19:00 p.m there is going to be a pre-concert talk with Dieter Rexroth at the Werner- Otto-Saal you should definitely not miss.

Live Concerts

Whatever you do this summer, you have an amazing chance to enjoy some great artists of our time on stage. Go the official website of each event and get your tickets today, before they are sold out. This is a great opportunity to explore new horizons, as classical music comes to your city with a whole new aspect.

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Gay Games: Community Sport, Culture and Education Event led by the LGBT+ Community

The Gay Games are so much more than a rainbow-colored Olympics, it focuses on acceptance of all, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, and sporting abilities. The term ‘Gay Games’ can be a little confusing to some, as this community sport, culture and education event is not just for the LGBT+ community. Gay Games Hong Kong 2022 will happily welcome anyone and everyone who loves sports, community and cultural events to participate!

It is notable that Hong Kong is the first city in Asia to ever be shortlisted- all thanks to the local LGBT+ community and especially thanks to the hard work of local LGBT+ group Out in HK.

Hosting the Gay Games in Asia would be a huge boost to the quadrennial sporting event, with its 4.3 billion inhabitants accounting for 60% of the world population! That is a ton of potential participants and spectators, most that have never been, or possibly never heard of the Gay Games before now. There is also the potential to really impact the Eastern world, as being Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transexual and so on, is much less widely accepted than in the Western sections of the globe. There is no doubt that Hong Kong’s hosting of the gay games will have a positive impact on promoting an  inspirational vision of inclusion and diversity throughout Asia.

In particular Gay Games Hong Kong 2022 will strive to have gender parity in as many sports as possible. The organisers will use targeted outreach and advertising to meet this goal, while recognizing the reality that many sports are more popular with some genders than others.

Scholarship opportunities will be offered to ensure that barriers are reduced for participants from countries all over Asia and the world.

The event will include everything that the Hong Kong’s diverse and multifaceted culture has to offer and benefits everyone, both local and worldwide.  For people who have never been to Asia it will be a chance to experience the kindness, the culture, the food  and the different ways of life of this part of the world.

We are very confident that Hong Kong can deliver the most diverse Gay Games yet!

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