The Central Food Crawl

An Intro to hong kong traditional food culture

Central might be best known as Hong Kong’s financial hub and party central, but look a little closer, and you’ll find a surprising number of mom-and-pop food spots still thriving in this vibrant neighbourhood. On this tour, we’ll take you beyond the usual skyscrapers and cocktail bars to uncover the heart of Central’s food and culture.

The Fun & Delicious Stuff at 5 Food Stops

• A Hearty Start

  We’ll kick things off with a comforting meal at a hidden noodle shop tucked away in an alley. Here, you’ll savour classic dishes like tender beef brisket rice noodles, spicy and sweet minced pork egg noodles, and freshly wrapped dumplings, made in-house daily.

• Taste of Tradition

  Next, we’ll visit a third-generation preserved fruit and snack shop that has stood the test of time for over 50 years. You’ll hear the fascinating story of how this shop has survived through Hong Kong’s evolving street food history and sample treats like preserved plums, ginger, and more.

• Wet Market Wander

  We’ll stroll through a bustling wet market, where you’ll discover local produce and pick up tips on how to incorporate these unique ingredients into your own cooking at home.

• The Dim Sum Trolley Experience

  No Hong Kong food tour is complete without dim sum, and we’ll take you to one of the city’s few remaining spots that still uses traditional dim sum trolleys. You’ll enjoy classic Cantonese dishes (aka “Cantonese tapas”) while learning how to properly brew tea with a gai wan.

• A Step Back in Time

  We’ll visit a historical Chinese temple, where you’ll get a glimpse into local rituals and customs, including those practiced during major festivals like Chinese New Year.

• Local Diner 101

  Still hungry? We’ll make a stop at a cha chaan teng to indulge in Hong Kong’s iconic comfort foods: Hong Kong-style French toast paired with perfectly brewed milk tea, arguably some of the best in town.

• Happy Ending

  To end the food crawl on a playful note, we’ll grab some fried ice cream baos at a modern Chinese bistro—think of it as a Cantonese twist on the classic ice cream sandwich.

Where: Central and Sheung Wan
* Meeting location will be disclosed in email confirmation once you book the tour
Number of Guests: 12 guests maximum
Pricing: 
Adult - 880 HKD per person
Children under age of 12 - 580 HKD per person

*Food and drinks are included.

* Please note that the group tour will only take place when there’s a minimum of 4 guests signed up for the tour. If we don’t meet the minimum number of guests, we’ll send you a week prior to the tour to arrange other options.

How To Book

Please text us at +85265030882 by text or Whatsapp, or email at yst.ashley@gmail.com for enquiries.