FLYING DRAGONS COME TO LONDON

Five colourful flying dragons, each unique and representing Hong Kong’s spirit as Asia’s World City, have recently flown to South Molton Street in London. Landing on different sections of the upmarket pedestrian street, they are part of “Hong Kong · Live in London”, a two week Mid-Autumn Festival promoted by the Hong Kong Tourism Board running until 25 September.

HKTB Director, Dawn Page said, “The dragon installations on South Molton Street embody the cosmopolitan vibe, the fusion of East and West, the diversity, trend-setting fashion and vibrancy of Hong Kong, qualities that define our city as ‘Asia’s World City’. Through these dragons and other activities in the ‘Hong Kong · Live in London!’ promotion, we want British travellers to feel the spirit and energy of Hong Kong, and encourage them to visit the city.”

There are two main programmes under the “Hong Kong · Live in London!” promotion. From 12 to 18 September, an open-air carnival is staged on South Molton Street, during which spectators can enjoy a variety of street performances, such as face-changing, dragon dance, music and modern dance.  Second, to whet the appetite of UK visitors for Hong Kong cuisine, a “Hong Kong menu” is served at Mews of Mayfair from 12 to 25 September. A cross-over of Chinese and Western cuisines, this menu is a joint creation of Chef Tsang Chiu King, two-starred Michelin chef from Ming Court, Langham Place, Hong Kong, and the executive chef of Mews of Mayfair. It allows diners to enjoy the superb flavours of Hong Kong and London at the same time.