Everyday Life

Shopping

Hong Kong used to be known as a shopping heaven. While this is no longer as true as it once was, it is still possible to find anything your heart desires here. However, the catch is that the hunt can be quite time-consuming. If you enjoy searching then Hong Kong is your town.

There are many food shops which cater for Western tastes. The two big supermarket chains in Hong Kong, Park'N Shop and Wellcome, have both recently developed "superstores".

These are scattered throughout the city and are stocked with foods that are culturally appropriate for the majority of the neighbourhood's residents. Independent stores and chains such as Olivers, Great and CitySuper also have a wide selection of Western and non-Chinese foods for the expatriate. Grocery delivery is available and the two big chains have extensive Internet ordering facilities.

For other essentials such as clothing and household goods Hong Kong still lives up to its reputation. From the ultra chic designer shops in the shiny malls of Central to markets such as Stanley, there is something for everyone's taste in clothes. Likewise, household furnishings from all over the world can be found in Hong Kong, and custom-made furniture is relatively inexpensive and beautiful.