Having the time for breakfast is a luxury. We were so happy to start each day with a full breakfast. This time I stayed in Central, where the options are a plenty so we got to eat something different each day.

1. Café de Coral 

No trip to HK is complete without CDC. You may laugh but I just love to start my trip with their coffee, fish filet and scrambled eggs. The combinations are endless!

2. Honolulu Café  檀島 (and any other 茶餐廳)

Another staple is the HK style cafe which I never put much thought into, but upon returning to CA, I realized even the most random place is better than here. Wanted something more filling before hiking so I opted for macaroni with shredded chicken (rare combo!), sunny side up eggs and a soft bun. We also shared the classic pineapple bun with butter. 

3. Tomato Beef Macaroni 茄牛通 @ 勝香園

I’ve passed by this place the last few times I was in HK but never tried ‘cause of the long line and I’m not a big fan of macaroni. Thanks to my friend for bringing us here – pleasantly surprised!! The macaroni is different from the usual – thicker and slightly chewy, in a thick, flavorful tomato soup. Can even order half portion! The milk tea and condensed milk bun were good too.

The first question most people ask is “Where’s that?” (Copenhagen, Denmark; Stockholm, Sweden – in Northern Europe) The second is usually “Why?” Quite frankly, I don’t know why, just that the timing and options came down to these two cities. For me, this trip was less about what to do/major tourist attractions and more about the lifestyle. Simply strolling the streets of Scandinavia and observing the architecture was interesting enough for me. I think just getting away from the city and relaxing in a different place makes for a good vacation.  While it is not on top of everyone’s bucket list, if you ever find yourself in Copenhagen, here is my quick take on the city.