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Recipes For Picky Eaters: Snacks That Are Easy To Make & Eat

Asmita Bharadwaj Das — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 22:00:31 +0000

Three simple recipes that are so packed with goodness that they will get the approval of mums and their hard-to-please kids.

“I love picky eaters!” said no mama ever! If every meal time is a struggle for you, you have my deepest sympathies. What I have found is that the time that you offer food plays a big role. An easy to grab and bite snack served right after the kids are back from school or after-school sports goes down well. So wouldn’t you want to grab that golden hour and find a way to feed your kids something nutritious and delicious? These are three recipes that are sure to be winners. And with them, I hope you get to sip your evening coffee while it’s still hot!

Snacks For Picky Eaters: Cheesy Corn Parcels

I like to call this the marriage between the Mexican Street Corn and the Indian Masala Corn. The star of this match made in heaven is the cheesy mix. And when all packed up, it makes for a wonderful complete meal that looks good enough to entice fussy eaters.

Ingredients for Cheesy Corn Parcels:

Roasted (or boiled) corn/sweet corn, shaved off the cob – 1
Four cheese mix – 3 tablespoons
Cream cheese (at room temperature) – 1 tablespoon (optional)
Minced garlic – 3
Lime juice – 1 teaspoon
Coriander leaves, finely chopped – 1 tablespoon
Himalayan or Rock Salt – 1/2 teaspoon or as per taste
Paprika/Red chilli flakes – 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
Chaat masala (optional)
Rice paper rolls (to be used as per package instructions) – 10

Method for Cheesy Corn Parcels:

The “parcel” consists of fire-roasted corn (you could use boiled corn as well, but make sure to drain all water), shaved and sprinkled generously with a cheese mix (I used a store-bought one with mozzarella, cheddar and provolone, but any variety will do) and a dash of cream cheese. Add paprika if you’re making this for adults and skip it for kids. Some minced garlic, lime and freshly chopped coriander will bring an explosion of flavours. Want it tangier? Go ahead and add some chaat masala (get it at your neighbourhood Indian grocery store). There is no right or wrong way to do it, just play around with flavours of your choice and wrap it all up. Not sure how to use rice paper? When you get these (again, visit a grocery store that specialises in Vietnamese or Thai ingredients), all you need to do is a quick dip in warm water to make it pliable enough to roll and wrap. Easy-peasy!

Snacks For Picky Eaters: Mutton Keema Cutlets

Every now and then, I preach cruelty-free eating to my kids and try to bulldoze them into eating more vegetarian fare. But then, with them being the meat-lovers they are, I sometimes feel this forced abstinence is probably cruel as well! So my next recipe is for those kids who, like mine, love their meat.

These Mutton Keema Cutlets requires some effort to prepare, but they are completely worth it. Marinating makes all the difference. I marinate the meat overnight though even four hours would do. Other than the marination was matters most is procuring good quality mince. Is your family vegetarian? Don’t worry! This is equally easy to make (if not easier) with mock meat or soya chunks. Vegetarian keema cutlets need just an hour of marination or “standing”.

Below is my recipe for how I make these cutlets but you can of course tweak the ingredients based on your personal taste.

Ingredients for Mutton Keema Cutlets:

Mutton (goat meat) minced – 500gm
Medium-sized boiled potatoes – 2
Medium onion, chopped fine – 1
Green chilli, chopped fine – 2 (optional)
Coriander leaves, chopped fine – 4 tablespoons
Grated ginger – 1.5 teaspoons
Minced garlic – 2 teaspoons
Coriander powder – 1 teaspoon + 1 teaspoon
Cumin powder – 1/2 teaspoon
Garam Masala – 1 teaspoon + 1/2 teaspoon
Asafoetida (hing) – 1 pinch
Cumin seeds – 1/4 teaspoon
Turmeric powder – 1/2 teaspoon
Red chilli powder – 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
Salt – 1.5 teaspoons or to taste
Bread crumbs – 1 cup
Egg, beaten lightly – 2
Oil – 6 tablespoons for shallow frying

Method for Mutton Keema Cutlets:

In a deep glass bowl, mix 500gms of minced mutton with 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, ½ teaspoon of cumin powder, ½ teaspoon of garam masala (a staple in Indian households), ½ teaspoon of turmeric and ½ teaspoon of red chilli powder. Mix well, cover and let it sit in the refrigerator for a minimum of four hours. Marinating is a great way to get the flavours going even before the actual cooking. It also helps kill the smell of red meat which some find unpalatable.

When ready to cook, place a heavy bottomed skillet on high flame, add one tablespoon of oil. Once oil is hot, add cumin seeds and asafoetida. Reduce to medium heat as soon as the seeds start to crackle. Add grated ginger and minced garlic and stir until fragrant. Then add onions and cook until translucent. Add minced meat, 1 teaspoon each of coriander powder and garam masala and mix well. Add half-cup water and cover, cooking on a medium-high flame. Stir occasionally until the water dries up and the meat is cooked through. At this point the meat starts to look crumbly and dry.

After a while, add the potatoes, chopped coriander and remaining seasoning. Mix well. Once cool enough to handle, form the mixture into medium sized balls and flatten between your palms into discs. Cover with cling wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes to stiffen it up a bit.

Now, spread the breadcrumbs on a flat surface and place the lightly beaten eggs right next to it. Add 5 tablespoons of oil to a non-stick pan on high heat. One by one dip the discs into the beaten eggs, next, coat evenly with breadcrumbs and then shallow fry till both sides have browned well. Serve hot with a side of ketchup or coriander-mint chutney.

Snacks For Picky Eaters: Beetroot Tikkis

I know what you thinking! Most kids turn up their noses at beetroot. I’ve tried and tested this – you can use the lovely purple colour to your advantage and entice even the pickiest of eaters. They don’t need to know what went into the gorgeously coloured discs until they have polished them all off!

Ingredients for Beetroot Tikkis:

Medium sized beetroots – 4
Medium sized potato – 1
Bread crumbs – ½ cup
Ginger-garlic paste – 1.5 tablespoon
Coriander powder – ½ teaspoon
Amchoor (raw mango powder) – ½ teaspoon
Garam masala – ½ teaspoon
Whole coriander (coarsely ground) – 1/4 teaspoon
Red chilli powder (optional) – 1/4 teaspoon
Chopped green chillis (optional) – 2
Finely chopped fresh coriander leaves – 2 tablespoons
Himalayan or rock salt – 1.5 teaspoon or to taste
Oil for shallow frying – 4 tablespoons
Chopped nuts – A handful (optional)

Method for Beetroot Tikkis:

Boil the beetroots and potatoes just until they are soft and grate them on the fine side of your vegetable grater.

Sassy Mama Tip: Do not over-boil and make either the potato or beetroot mushy or frying the tikkis will be difficult. You could also choose not to boil the beetroot at all, but a light boil makes a lot of difference to the taste.

So, this is your base and now we build. I typically add raw mango powder (available at Indian grocery stores), basic spices like coriander power and garam masala. You can add chopped nuts if your kids like a crunch in their snacks. You could add lemon juice too if you do not have raw mango powder handy though I feel the raw mango powder gives that lovely tangy kick.

Next, add finely chopped coriander leaves. Bring it all together, throw in some bread crumbs to bind, make into a disc with greased palms and shallow fry these on a medium flame flipping after 5 to 7 minutes on one side.

You could also deep fry these, but you will need to add a lot more bread crumbs and dip the discs in a corn starch slurry before coating with bread crumbs again. Shaping them into small oblongs also helps in a quicker deep fry.

Enjoy your evening snack with the kids and put an end to the mealtime fussiness!

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Easy Winter Recipes That The Whole Family Will Love

Sassy Mama — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 22:00:48 +0000

There’s no better way to combat the chilly weather than a warm, comforting meal. Try these easy winter recipes that will be a hit with the whole family.

As the temperature drops, it’s time to whip up some delicious dishes that will warm both your body and soul. We’ve gathered two super easy winter recipes from a Hong Kong mama and a cookbook author that promise to keep the whole family warm and satisfied all season long. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and get ready to take your taste buds on a journey that will leave you feeling snug as a bug in a rug.

Rose Harissa Shakshuka

By: Simran Savlani, Author of A Spark Of Madness

“Shakshuka originated in North Africa, but it was brought over to Israel by the Tunisian Jews and is now the national breakfast in Israel. Usually, it has spicy undertones; however, I’ve used Rose Harissa to balance its flavours and add another element to this comfort food. I enjoy it either on its own or with some buttered toast or pita but always with an Indian cuppa chai.

This dish is usually made in a skillet/Dutch oven, which can cook on the stove and oven. However, if you don’t have one, first cook all the ingredients for the sauce in a pan on the stove and then transfer it to a baking dish. Crack the eggs in the baking dish and bake in the oven.

Another variation of this dish is to substitute the eggs with whipped feta – blitz ¼ cup feta + 1 tbsp olive oil + 1 tbsp natural yoghurt and pour on top of the vegetables before baking.”

Ingredients:

1 tsp neutral oil
1 (200g) onion, chopped
1 (130g) tomato, chopped
1 tbsp tomato pasta
4 eggs
2 tbsp Feta, crumbled
1 (150g) red bell pepper
½ tsp cumin seeds OR ¼ tsp cumin powder
½ tsp coriander seeds OR ¼ tsp coriander powder
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 red chilli, chopped
2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp dried rose petals
1.5 tsp rose water
1 tsp salt
Parsley leaves as garnish
Buttered sourdough toast or pita to serve

Method (Rose Harissa):

Preheat the oven to 220C/430F. Place the red bell pepper in a heatproof bowl and pop it in the oven for 25 minutes until it has blackened all over. Remove from the oven, wrap the bowl with aluminium foil and let it cool down for 10 minutes. This gives the red bell pepper a smoky aroma and taste.
In a medium-sized skillet/Dutch oven/pan, first, dry roast the cumin and coriander seeds for 2 minutes. If you are using powdered spices, only roast for 30 seconds.
Then, pour in the oil and fry the onions, garlic and chillies. Let the onions start to sweat and then add the tomatoes; cook for another minute. Take it off the heat and place it in a blender along with the fleshy parts of the roasted red bell pepper (discard the seeds and stem) and all the other ingredients for the harissa (lemon juice, honey, rose petals, rose water and salt). Blitz for 1-2 minutes till it forms a chunky paste.

Method (Shakshuka):

Turn the oven back again to 220C/430F. Use the same skillet to heat the oil, then add the onion and fry till it turns translucent pink. Next, add the tomatoes, tomato paste and rose harissa. Cook till it starts bubbling and the sauce starts to thicken (around 6-8 minutes).
At this stage, if you are using a baking dish, then transfer the sauce to the baking dish and crack the eggs on top. If you are using a skillet, crack the four eggs directly in the skillet.
Sprinkle feta and salt on the eggs, place the baking dish/skillet in the oven and let it bake for 8-10 minutes. Then, remove from the oven. Do not worry about the eggs not being thoroughly cooked, as they will continue cooking from the residual heat of the baking dish/skillet. Sprinkle parsley on the shakshuka. Serve it directly in the baking dish/skillet, along with buttered sourdough toast or pita.

Advance cooking: The red bell pepper can be roasted a day before and kept in the fridge. Alternatively, rose harissa can be kept in the fridge for 5 days.

Tricks of the trade: Before cracking the eggs, use the back of a spoon to create four wells in the dish and crack the eggs in the wells. This prevents the egg whites from spreading all over the sauce.

If you don’t have an oven, then you can continue to cook the eggs on the stove with a lid on top. Baking it in the oven cooks the eggs under uniform heat and reduces the water content in the dish, but the taste will remain the same.

Baked Mint Rice With Pomegranate And Olive Salsa

From: Dervla Louli Musgrave, Founder of Compare Retreats

“This is a recipe I love from the Israeli-British chef and restaurateur, Ottolenghi. While most of his recipes are notoriously complicated, this easy rice dish is the opposite. It’s a one-dish wonder that pairs well with many main dishes and is perfect for any occasion. The addition of mint and pomegranate make it especially festive, making it a perfect choice for the holiday season.”

Ingredients (For the rice):

400g basmati rice
50g unsalted butter, melted
800ml boiling water
50g mint (40g left on the sprigs; leaves shredded for the remaining 10g, to use in the salsa)
150g feta, crumbled into 1 to 2cm pieces
Salt and black pepper

Ingredients (For the salsa):

40g pitted green olives, thinly sliced
Seeds from 1 small pomegranate (90g)
50g walnut halves, lightly roasted and roughly broken
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
1 small garlic clove, crushed

Method:

Preheat the oven to 230°C fan, or as high as your oven will go.
Place the rice in a high-sided ovenproof dish, measuring 20 x 30cm. Season with ¾ teaspoon of salt and plenty of pepper, then pour over the butter and boiling water. Top with the sprigs of mint and cover the dish tightly with tin foil so that the rice is well sealed. Bake for 25 minutes, until the rice is light and fluffy and all the liquid has been absorbed.
Meanwhile, place all the ingredients for the salsa, minus the 10g shredded mint, in a medium bowl with ¼ teaspoon of salt. Mix well and set aside.
Take the rice out of the oven, and remove and discard the foil. Pull the leaves off the mint sprigs – the stalks can be discarded – then place these back on the rice and sprinkle with the feta. Just before serving, stir the shredded mint into the salsa and spoon evenly over the rice. Serve hot.

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Christmas Food Catering In Hong Kong: All You Need For A Festive Dinner At Home

Najuka Redkar — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 22:00:18 +0000

It’s time to plan your Christmas food catering in Hong Kong! If there’s ever a time to splurge on food, it’s the festive season. Whether you’re looking for high-end takeaway menus from Wooly Pig or prefer to buy your ingredients at the nearest Marks & Spencer or City’super, there are plenty of places to find your perfect turkey, honey-glazed ham, seafood, the works!

The festive season is upon us! We’ve organised the decorations for the Christmas tree, mapped out the best Christmas displays and marked our calendars to sort the Christmas gifts at the festive markets around town. Now it’s time to think about Christmas food!

We round up where you can get everything from turkey to lamb, cheese to jam, and everything in between to make your Christmas dinner extra special. If you are also looking at easy festive dining-at-home options, we have rounded up where you can get ready-to-cook items, festive restaurant takeaways and Christmas food catering. Happy holidays!

Editor’s Note: We will continue to update this article for Christmas 2023. Subscribe to the Sassy Mama newsletter to be the first to know when our content drops!

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Where To Buy Festive Dinner Ingredients
Christmas Party Catering
Christmas Dinner Takeaway Sets
Festive Cakes And Desserts

Where To Buy Christmas Dinner Ingredients: Turkey, Ham, Seafood

Plantin Kaviari – High-end ingredients sourced from France

If you’re looking to cook the festive feast of your dreams, check out Plantin Kaviari‘s wide selection of high-end ingredients sourced directly from France. You’ll find everything from goose, turkey, capon, foie gras, beef, lamb and fresh truffles to condiments, caviar and much more. It’s guaranteed to impress the guests! If you need to order fresh poultry, meat, oysters or mushrooms, make sure to pre-order and check out Plantin Kaviari’s holiday ordering schedule when you do.

Plantin Kaviari, 2A, E Wah Factory Building, 56-60 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, 9451 6412, www.plantinkaviari.hk

Feather & Bone– Christmas food ingredients and ready-cooked catering

This butcher cum deli knows how to do Christmas dinner in style. You’ll find Ready-to-Roast Christmas food, bacon and sausages as well as Christmas Carcuterie and cheese platters.

Feather & Bone, various locations in Hong Kong, www.featherandbone.com.hk

meatmarket.hk — Pre-order your festive turkey and ham

With the festive season fast approaching, we love that we can get our turkeys all in a row thanks to meatmarket.hk.

meatmarket.hk, WhatsApp: 2882 6398, www.meatmarket.com.hk

Eat The Kiwi – Award-winning online grocer

If you are looking to shop for free-range turkey, juicy legs of lamb and ham or the freshest seafood this Christmas, browse through Eat The Kiwi. Its seafood is sourced from sustainable-certified fisheries; all of its meat is steroid, hormone and antibiotic-free. It has limited stock of Christmas turkeys, but check out its other festive fare.

Eat The Kiwi, www.store.eatthekiwi.com

city’super – Affordable turkeys with all the trimmings

At city’super you’ll find raw and cooked turkeys, stuffing, sauce, herbs and spices, cranberry sauce and paper plates and bowls for your festive gathering.

city’super, various locations across Hong Kong, online.citysuper.com.hk

Marks & Spencer – All the essentials to cook your Christmas dinner

Head to your nearest Marks & Spencer store or download the M&S app to find all the essentials you need to put together a delicious Christmas dinner at home. It sells Christmas pudding, brandy custard, meats and more.

Marks & Spencer, various locations across Hong Kong, www.marksandspencer.com

More Places To Buy Your Turkey, Ham And Seafood For Christmas Dinner

Bones & Blades – Buy premium cuts for Christmas either online or in-store at its Sai Ying Pun or Sai Kung branch. www.bonesandblades.com
Farmer’s Market – Restaurant-quality meat and seafood, perfect for putting together your Christmas dinner. www.farmersmarket.com.hk
My Meat Man – Shop a range of beef, chicken, lamb, pork, seafood and even plant-based meat substitutes for your Christmas dinner. www.mymeatman.com
Waves Pacific – Gourmet, restaurant-quality produce. Look out for its Christmas Dinner home-cook packs launching soon. www.wavespacific.com
GREAT Food Hall – A go-to in Pacific Place for just about any luxury grocery item you could imagine. www.greatfoodhall.com
Oliver’s The Delicatessen – Pop by Prince’s Building and stock up on all your Christmas food shopping. www.oliversthedeli.com.hk

Christmas Party Food Catering — Catering Companies With Special Festive Menus

Pomegranate Kitchen – Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean Christmas catering

For an unforgettable Christmas dining experience, look to Pomegranate Kitchen‘s exquisite Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. Whether you’re looking to host a private event at its location in Wong Chuk Hang with a beautiful outdoor area or want to have food delivered straight to your at-home dinner party, Pomegranate Kitchen’s Christmas in-house and delivery menu is sure to impress your guests. You can choose from a wide variety of mains including Roast Turkey With Crostini Stuffing, Baked Butter And Garlic Cod and Greek Eggplant Casserole along with an array of dips, starters, salads and desserts.

Use code SASSY to enjoy a 5% discount on the Christmas in-house and delivery menu.

Pomegranate Kitchen, 6192 2014, Facebook: Pomegranate Kitchen, Instagram: @pomegranatehk, www.pomegranate.com.hk

More Christmas Party Food Catering Companies In Hong Kong

Culinart – Festive turkey takeaway set including an oven-roasted turkey weighing 6kg, perfectly portioned for up to 10 guests, plus all the trimmings. Call 2884 2603 to preorder. www.culinart1862.com
Ginger’s — Choose from the festive buffet and canapes for your Christmas party catering. www.gingers.com.hk
Relish — Christmas catering for festive parties. www.relish.com.hk
Shamrock — Christmas party catering company with extensive menus, plus it can create customised menus based on your needs. www.shamrock.com.hk

Christmas Dinner Takeaway Sets — Hong Kong Restaurants For Christmas Dinner At Home

We’ll be updating the restaurants delivering Christmas dinners regularly as new menus are released. Watch this space! This list is by no means exhaustive and most Hong Kong catering companies will be able to put together a special Christmas menu for your family or Christmas party.

Feather & Bone – Choose from a wide variety of Christmas menus

This year, Feather & Bone is offering seven ready-to-eat Christmas menus that include pre-cooked meat of your choice plus sides, festive desserts and a bottle of mulled wine for 3 to 6 people. Meat selections include the signature turkey, Australian wagyu rump, lamb shoulder and honey-glazed pineapple ham.

Christmas Dinner Price: Various prices, check out the website for a full price list.
Where To Order: Feather & Bone

Feather & Bone, various locations across Hong Kong, www.featherandbone.com.hk

Oolaa – Christmas takeaway and delivery

Choose from Oolaa’s Turkey Package for four or 10 people which includes roast turkey, honey-roasted ham, pigs in blankets, stuffing, vegetables, cranberry sauce and Christmas crackers. You can also add a Christmas pudding and custard for an extra price.

Christmas Dinner Price: $1,400 for four guests, $3,500 for 10 guests.
Where To Order: Oolaa

Oolaa, various locations across Hong Kong, www.oolaagroup.com

MâmAmis – Vietnamese flavours for Christmas dinner

For a unique Christmas dinner featuring Vietnamese flavours with a French flair, check out MâmAmis’ Christmas Roast Turkey Set. Designed to serve six to eight people, it also comes with mouthwatering side dishes including Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots, Sautéed Red Cabbage and more. Don’t forget to pre-order at least one week in advance.

Christmas Dinner Price: $3,988
Where To Order: Call 2893 3309

MâmAmis, Shop A & B, 27 Hillier Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 2893 3309, www.mamamishk.com

Cafe Roma – Italian Christmas feast from Park Island

Cafe Roma is offering two festive party combos this year for six to eight guests or for 10 to 12 guests featuring Italian classics such as Roasted US Back Ribs, Spaghetti Aglio Olio e Peperoncino with Prawns, Spaghetti with Meatballs, Pizza Hawaiian, Pizza Margherita, Blueberry Cheesecake and more.

Christmas Dinner Price: $2,488 for six to eight people, $3,888 for 10 to 12 people
Where To Order: Call 3446 1226 or email reservations@caferoma.com.hk.

Cafe Roma, L1, Shop 7 & 8, Beach Commercial Complex, Park Island, New Territories, Hong Kong, 3446 1226, www.caferoma.com.hk

More Christmas Food Catering And Takeaway Turkey Roast Sets

Four Seasons Hong Kong – Slow-roasted turkey plus six side dishes for $3,880. www.shopfourseasonshk.com
Morty’s – American-style Christmas dinner delivered via sister company Alfred’s. www.alfreds.hk
Porterhouse — Christmas Turkey Takeaway Feast for $2,200. www.lkfconcepts.com

Christmas Cakes, Desserts And Panettone For Christmas 2023

It’s not Christmas dinner without dessert! We’ll be constantly on the lookout for great Christmas cakes and desserts as they become available.

Rumah – Homegrown brand offering the 18-layered Pandan Kue Lapis, a contemporary, vegan take on the Indonesian dessert. www.madebyrumah.com
The Cakery – Luxurious health-conscious Christmas desserts including pies, cakes and mille feuille. www.thecakery.com
Venchi – Chocolate gift boxes and Chocoviar Panettone on offer for Christmas 2023. www.venchi.com.hk
The Peninsula, Boutique — Take home the festive afternoon tea takeaway, chocolate panettone, cookie boxes and more. www.peninsulaboutique.com
Baking Maniac – Christmas hot chocolate bombs, s’more bites, gingerbreads, brownies, cupcakes and more. https://bakingmaniachk.com/collections/christmas
Nina Patisserie – Christmas log cakes, minced pies, chiffon cakes, cheesecakes and more. www.ninapatisserie.com/en/cakes
Bow Artisan Cakery – Delightful winter wonderland cupcakes, Christmas tree cakes and cookies and more. www.dessertswithabow.com

Editor’s Note: Christmas Catering: At-Home Christmas Dinner In Hong Kong was most recently updated by Najuka Redkar in November 2023.

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Indian Grocery Stores And Supermarkets In Hong Kong

Sassy Mama — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 22:00:15 +0000

Indians in Hong Kong rejoice because that authentic taste of home is no further away than your nearest Indian grocery store! Between Star Mart, Shop Easy and the Indian Provision Store in Wan Chai, all your supermarket staples are covered.

With such a large diaspora of Indians in Hong Kong, it’s not too difficult to find authentic Indian food items, household goods and even beauty products. So, whether you’re missing your Indian groceries from home or want to recreate mouth-watering dishes from your favourite Indian restaurant, make these Indian grocery stores your first port of call.

Editor’s Note: Chances are you may have one or multiple low-key Indian stores in your vicinity, look for word-of-mouth or explore your neighbourhood!

Regency Spices – A whole variety of spices!

Cook up wholesome meals with the abundance of spice choices at Regency Spices. The four-generation family business sources everything from smoked paprika to saffron, fenugreek leaves and more, all at an unbeatable price and of quality we can vouch for. Enjoy free home delivery for orders over $100.

Regency Spices, 8A, Ming Wah Industrial Building, 17-33 Wang Lung Street, Tsuen Wan, New Territories, Hong Kong, 3525 0060, www.regencyspices.hk

Star Mart — Online Indian grocery store with in-store locations across Hong Kong

This popular Indian grocery store has convenient locations in Hung Hom, Aberdeen, Discovery Bay and Tsim Sha Tsui so you are never too far away. It also has an extensive online store with delivery all over Hong Kong with a minimum spend. It stocks everything from grocery items, personal care, ready-to-eat meals and spices, and even has a special range of festive goods for you to stock up on.

Star Mart, various locations in Hong Kong, 2366 6534, www.starmart.com.hk

Maharaja Mart — Large Indian grocery store with delivery

If you’re a fan of South Indian delicacies — the famous idlis and dosas — then Maharaja Mart is your store. Selling everything from grocery items to spices and even health and baby products as well as seasonal festive goods this truly is a one-stop-shop for Indian groceries. It also offers delivery to most parts of Hong Kong.

Maharaja Indian Emporium, A1, 1/F, Friends House, 6 Carnarvon Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2756 5611, www.maharajamart.com

Shop Easy – Indian supermarket in Tsim Sha Tsui

An underground supermarket filled to the brim of products from India? That’s Shop Easy for you. Expect to find beauty and skincare products, nostalgic favourites like Parle G, kaju katli, imported fruits and vegetables and more.

Shop Easy, Basement, Golden Crown Court, 66-70 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2488 8402, www.facebook.com/shopeasyss

Indian Provision Store — Imported Indian groceries

Indian Provision Store is your best bet on Hong Kong island, closer to Central than the rest. This little store is well-stocked with everything from rare spices to herbs and condiments, basmati rice, chutneys, snacks and a whole lot more. All its supplies are freshly stocked and imported directly from India. There’s no website, but you can order online via Deliveroo!

Indian Provision Store, 18 – 20 Bowrington Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2891 8324

Spice Store — More than just spices!

This online Indian grocery store is one of the most convenient options when it comes to shopping for all your Indian staples. On the site, you can see a great variety of food items and choose what you want as you compare prices to get the best deals. There are even British grocery items stocked here!

Spice Store, 2944 2336, WhatsApp: 9888 3559, www.spicestore.hk

Editor’s Note: “Indian Grocery Stores And Supermarkets In Hong Kong” was most recently updated in October 2023 by Fashila Kanakka. With thanks to Jess Mizzi for her contribution.

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Finest Butcher Shops In Hong Kong For Meat, Steak, Lamb And More

Sassy Mama — Sun, 06 Aug 2023 22:00:40 +0000

Need a quality butcher in Hong Kong? From Feather & Bone to Steak King, these Hong Kong butchers can source everything from premium hanger steaks, tenderloins and dry-aged specialities or simply stock your fridge with sausages, mince, lamb chops and more.

There’s an abundance of butchers for every budget in Hong Kong, thanks to the large meat-eating population! No matter what your preference, you are sure to find meat retailers and grocery stores that stock beef, pork, lamb and even more exotic and unusual meats, along with fish and other seafood. Whether you are looking for the freshest chops or prefer something that’s dry-aged, cured and smoked, you’re sure to find something that makes the cut.

Bones & Blades — Butcher specialising in sustainable meat in Hong Kong

The go-to butcher for “conscious carnivores”, Bones & Blades has butcher shops in Sai Kung, Sai Ying Pun, Discovery Bay and Yuen Long. If shopping for steaks (or foods of any kind!) works up your appetite, the butcher’s restaurant Quarter Master is just next door and serves up succulent steaks and burgers. Bones & Blades certainly does it all offering quality pet food as well as home and party catering.

Bones & Blades, various locations across Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 5200 3950, www.bonesandblades.com

Biltong Chief – South African-based butcher delivering quality meat and deli products

Selling high-quality meat and seafood at great value, Biltong Chief is a trusted online butcher with friendly customer service. Here you’ll find top-notch cuts of beef, lamb, pork, poultry, sausages and more.

Biltong Chief, WhatsApp: 5696 9184, www.biltongchief.com

Farmer’s Market — Hong Kong butcher stocking restaurant-quality meat

This online butcher prides itself on stocking a range of 100% traceable, hormone and antibiotic-free meat and seafood. The beef is all grass-fed, the chicken free-range and the salmon sustainably farmed, all in Australia.

Farmer’s Market, 9556 0070, www.farmersmarket.com.hk

Feather & Bone — Well-stocked butcher with convenient locations across Hong Kong

This butcher and gourmet delicatessen has an impressive selection of meats, roasts and premium butcher cuts – think hanger steaks, dry-aged ribeye, grass-fed tenderloin and more. There’s even a free dry-ageing facility for customers purchasing large pieces of premium beef (then have the butcher cut your steak to order!).

Feather & Bone, various locations across Hong Kong, www.featherandbone.com.hk

HENRY — High-end butcher at Rosewood Hong Kong

Fans of this Rosewood Hong Kong restaurant can bring those meaty flavours home! Treat your family to prime-cut American dry-aged beef or HENRY’s famous Beer Can Chicken or Baby Back Ribs. Plus, you can also pick up gourmet sauces, charcuterie, wines and more.

HENRY, Bayfare Social, 5/F, Rosewood Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3891 8888, www.rosewoodhkshop.com

meatmarket.hk — Good value seasonal meat and produce

Want the easy convenience of getting butcher-grade meat and ingredients delivered straight to your door? Head to meatmarket.hk for some of the best quality products from reputable and sustainable producers from Australia and around the world. With a constantly updated range of seasonal meat, seafood, vegetables and value-added products, cooking at home will be a breeze.

meatmarket.hk, WhatsApp: 2882 6398, www.meatmarket.com.hk

My Meat Man — Quality fresh and frozen meat and seafood

Shop a range of beef, chicken, lamb, pork, seafood and even plant-based meat substitutes from My Meat Man. All the producers adhere to the strict Meat Standards Australia so you can be assured of quality and consistency in all its products.

My Meat Man, 2554 5553, WhatsApp: 9323 2021, www.mymeatman.com

Steak King – Online and in-person butcher for quality meat cuts

Steak King (formerly Argyle Butchers) is an online butcher where you can stock up on all your beef, lamb, poultry, seafood and gourmet items, but if you’d prefer to choose your cuts in person there are butcher’s shops popping up all over Hong Kong.

Steak King, various locations across Hong Kong, 9095 1817, www.steak-king.com

The Butcher’s Club — Top butchers’ cuts and vegan options

Not only does this restaurant serve great burgers (and those fries!), but it’s also a great option for top butchers’ cuts of steak, seafood and poultry (there are even vegan options available too).

The Butcher’s Club, www.store.thebutchers.club

More Butchers And Online Meat Delivery In Hong Kong

Eat The Kiwi — Farm fresh New Zealand beef, chicken, lamb, sausages, seafood and more. www.store.eatthekiwi.com
Aussie Meat – BBQ meat packs, hormone-free poultry and more. www.aussiemeat.hk
Artisan Butcher — Sai Ying Pun neighbourhood butcher shop. www.facebook.com/artisanbutcherhk
Chef’s Market — Huge butcher and delicatessen in Central Market. www.chefs-market.com.hk
Pacific Gourmet – Shop from this online butcher and delicatessen. www.pacificgourmet.com.hk
Jett – Shop here for quality premium meat and seafood at reasonable prices. www.jettfoods.com
Wet Markets – No Hong Kong butcher’s guide would be complete without a mention of the city’s famous wet markets. Here’s a quick guide to shopping at a wet market, where you can pick up a large variety of meat and seafood from local Hong Kong butchers.

Editor’s Note: “Finest Butcher Shops In Hong Kong For Meat, Steak, Lamb And More” was most recently updated in August 2023 by Sassy Mama. Special thanks to Keeley-Dee and Jess Mizzi for their contribution.

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Grocery Stores: Supermarkets With Grocery Delivery In Hong Kong

Sassy Mama — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 22:00:25 +0000

Getting to the grocery store is one of life’s essentials, but going to the supermarket with the little ones in tow can be a hassle. Skip the hefty bags and get online for your grocery shopping. From City Super, Wellcome, Taste and Marketplace delivery to more boutique grocery stores these are our pick of supermarkets that offer grocery delivery in Hong Kong.

Even though many of us have childcare and household support from our lovely domestic helpers, more often than not, we find that a quick grocery store run means that we’re lugging our body weight in shopping bags (reusable, of course!) up hilly Hong Kong streets! If that doesn’t sound like too much fun, it’s time you discovered the joy of Hong Kong grocery delivery. We’ve sorted out the supermarkets near you that will deliver all your grocery needs. All you’ll need to do now is select the delivery dates!

Pandamart – For getting grocery delivery ASAP

When you need just a few grocery staples to get you through, Pandamart will see them delivered to your door in as little as 20 minutes! There’s everything from food to house and kitchenware, baby products, toiletries and more.

Pandamart, www.foodpanda.hk

Cheese Club – Hong Kong’s favourite gourmet food provider

Hong Kong’s leading premium food provider Cheese Club obviously offers a top-notch selection of artisanal cheeses. It has now expanded its range to become a complete gourmet grocery online shop with organic fruits and veggies, upmarket meat and seafood, high-quality yet affordable French wines, and everything that you need in your pantry at an unbeatable value for money. With its Monthly Offer program, you can buy a selection of premium imported food at the same price as it is sold in Europe. Or you can simply make your purchase at its permanent Online Shop and enjoy next-day delivery. Don’t forget to keep a close eye on the website for curated monthly offers and more exciting products!

Enter code SASSYMACHEESE23 to receive a gift worth $50-$80 upon making a purchase on the website. Valid until Sunday, 31 December 2023.

Cheese Club, 2178 2229, cs@cheeseclub.hk, www.cheeseclub.hk

Feather & Bone — Gourmet grocery store

Home to an impressive selection of meats, roasts and premium butcher’s cuts as well as gourmet groceries.

Feather & Bone, various locations around Hong Kong, www.featherandbone.com.hk

Jett Foods — Meat and seafood grocery delivery in Hong Kong

Premium international groceries delivered direct to your door at reasonable prices.

Jett Foods, www.jettfoods.com

Eat The Kiwi — High-quality imported grocery delivery

This online grocery store stocks everything from fruit, vegetables, meat and seafood sourced from quality producers in New Zealand.

Eat The Kiwi, www.store.eatthekiwi.com

City’Super — High-end western supermarket and grocery store

This mega lifestyle store is the place to go when you want familiar western groceries and luxury items. Just be prepared for the price tag! Spend $800 or above on your groceries for free grocery delivery.

City’Super, various locations in Hong Kong, online.citysuper.com.hk

Great Food Hall — Gourmet grocery store in Admiralty

Tucked away downstairs at Pacific Place is a haven for those craving all their favourite international grocery items. Pick up your supermarket essentials and then pop by the cheese room, gourmet delicatessen and in-store bakery. Can’t visit in person? No problem! Order from the online grocery store and get free delivery when you spend $500 or more.

Great Food Hall, LG1, Pacific Place, Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, www.greatfoodhall.com

Oliver’s The Delicatessen — Premium produce at this Central grocery store

When only the best will do, turn to the supermarket aisles at Oliver’s The Delicatessen in Prince’s Building. Deli counters portion out freshly imported meat and seafood, and then there’s the onsite bakery, international cheeses and preprepared food including roast meats and sushi. This grocery store offers free delivery for orders over $500.

Oliver’s The Delicatessen, 2/F, Landmark Prince’s Building, Central, Hong Kong, www.oliversthedeli.com.hk

Market Place by Jasons — International supermarket with many outlets

Like Wellcome (mentioned below), Market Place by Jasons is a Hong Kong grocery store that falls under the Dairy Farm group, but typically caters towards a more Western market. Free delivery is available for orders over $500.

Market Place by Jasons, various locations across Hong Kong, www.marketplacebyjasons.com

PARKnSHOP, Fusion, International by PARKnSHOP and Taste Grocery Stores

ParknShop, Fusion, International by PARKnShop and Taste all fall under the same umbrella grocery store company and stock all your favourites. With supermarket locations all over Hong Kong, you’re never too far from your nearest grocery store. PARKnSHOP is the mainstay grocery store, Taste markets itself as an Asian superstore, Fusion stocks fresh produce and western groceries while International by PARKnSHOP brings the best groceries from Eastern and Western cultures. You can order all your groceries from these supermarkets online, with free delivery for grocery orders over $500.

ParknShop, various locations in Hong Kong, www.parknshop.com

Wellcome — Local grocery store with branches all over Hong Kong

With literally hundreds of Wellcome supermarkets across Hong Kong, there’s little doubt that you’ll find yourself shopping here at some point. The quality and range will largely depend on the size and location of the supermarket you visit, with some offering in-store bakeries and fish tanks with live seafood, while others are more basic. Wellcome doesn’t have an online grocery store, but some items are available for purchase and delivery through the Yuu app.

Wellcome, various locations across Hong Kong, www.wellcome.com.hk

Specialist Grocery Stores

British Essentials — Grocery items imported directly from the UK. www.britishessentials.com.hk
Marks & Spencer — British supermarket and department store offering delivery when you download the app. www.marksandspencer.com
A&M US Groceries — Get your American groceries delivered free when you spend over $800 (Hong Kong Island, other minimum spend applies for other areas). www.anmstores.com
Bargain Mart — Discount imported groceries (including British Cadbury chocolate!). www.bargainmarthk.com
ZStore — Household groceries from popular Hong Kong and Asian brands. www.ztore.com

Meat And Seafood Grocery Delivery

The quality of meat and seafood you find on the shelf of your local supermarket can often seem expensive and not necessarily the best quality. But rest assured there are plenty of Hong Kong grocery stores that specialise in all your protein needs. Some of our favourites include:

Aussie Meat — High-quality meat and seafood sourced from Australia and New Zealand. www.aussiemeat.hk
Meat Market – Ready-to-cook homemade chicken nuggets, schnitzels, roasting joints and more. www.meatmarket.com.hk
Steak King — Top quality steak, meat and seafood at wholesale prices. www.steak-king.com

Fruit, Vegetables And Fresh Produce Grocery Delivery

Like your meat and seafood, the selection of fresh produce at your grocery store may not be up to par. If you’re after quality fruit and veg delivered to your door, check out these stores:

The Fruit Guy — A Sassy Mama favourite with excellent quality seasonal produce. www.thefruitguydelivers.com
WHAT’sIN – Curated fruit and vegetable subscription boxes. www.whatsin.hk
Eat FRESH — Organic fruit and vegetable delivery. www.eatfresh.com.hk
Frutodor – Monthly or quarterly subscription services. www.frutodor.com

Health And Organic Grocery Delivery In Hong Kong

If organic groceries are your preferred way to shop, Hong Kong has an increasing number of grocery stores specialising in organic and health grocery items. These are a few to get you started and you can see Sassy Mama’s full round-up of organic grocery stores.

Foodcraft — Sassy Mama can vouch for the sourdough, but this Foodcraft also stocks all your health food needs. www.foodcraft.hk
Spice Box Organics — Environmentally friendly and socially conscious organic food store. www.spiceboxorganics.com
iHerb – Health supplements, organic groceries, pet supplements and more. www.hk.iherb.com

Editor’s Note: “Grocery Stores: Supermarkets With Grocery Delivery In Hong Kong” was most recently updated in April 2023.

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