Glorious cuisine in Hong Kong: traditional food and Cantonese 'dim sum' delicacies

For food lovers, Hong Kong has variety and quality that is unsurpassed. Once you have come to grips with chopsticks for course. Knives and forks are deadly available it you need them), there'll be no stopping you from sampling all the regional specialties of China. All prepared according to traditional methods and beautifully presented.

Don't miss the lunchtime Cantonese 'dim sum' delicacies, ordered from trolleys roving through the restaurant, and served in steaming baskets. And throughout your meal, enjoy a variety of soothing teas.

You'll also want to visit a floating restaurant or you can even eat on your own sampan in a typhoon shelter, during the summer months. 'Dai pal dong' - the open air street stalls selling tasty snacks and noodles late into the night make a delicious and fascinating summertime eating out experience in Hong Kong. Consult the Official Hong Kong Guide, the Hong Kong Food Guide, or visitors newspapers available at your hotel and HKTA information Centers, for dining tips.

In Hong Kong you'll also discover an incredible variety of restaurants specializing in the wonderful dishes of all the neighbouring countries of Asia.

At the same time, Hong Kong's hotels and restaurants offer an impressive array of superb Western food and wines. You may be in Hong Kong but you could easily enjoy eating your way around the world while you are here!