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My Hong Kong | As comfort foods go, Chinese congee has no equal. It is the food of love, health, home, and the number one mood lifter
- Whether you’re sad, lonely, ill, homesick or just want to share the love, a bowl of congee is the way to go
- Basically a rice porridge, its silky texture can lift the heart, settle the stomach and take you back home
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Just the other day, some friends and I were discussing which country has the best comfort food. We couldn’t decide on a dish or a country, but we all agreed that each culture offers its own version to suit specific tastes and needs.
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The concept of comfort food resonates with every one of us, even those who reside in the “eat to live” crowd. Everyone has a dish they turn to when they’re in need of a mood booster.
But what constitutes comfort food also differs from one individual to another. Even people with a shared culture have a preferred comfort food, depending on their gender, age, and personal experiences.
We are lucky in Hong Kong because we have such a great variety of comfort foods. Better yet, they are all affordable and easy to find.
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Some Hongkongers love a bowl of instant noodles with a fried egg and a slice of fried Spam, while some will opt for a Hong Kong-style French toast laden with butter and syrup. Whatever you’re in the mood for, Hong Kong has it all; and I’m sure your local cha chaan teng can cater to whatever your heart desires.
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