Hi Sam, Thanks for your latest video and all the ones before that. We are Aussie but our son lives in HK. Whilst we visit as often as possible, it's not the same as being there full time, so your videos provide a link to the HK life that we love. Not only that, but you are his doppelganger, so your videos give us a special view of foodie life in HK. Keep up the good work and thanks again.
Hi Garry, thanks for watching and for the kind words - really good to know these videos give you a link into HK for the times you're not here with your son... he sounds like a good-looking chap! 😆 Glad you're enjoying the channel, and more videos on the way soon!
Thank you, Sam for your latest video! The last time I visited Hong Kong was in 2016. I love that you try all different places, including those that are budget friendly and catered to Hong Kong locals instead of tourists. I still remember the delicious fish dumplings I had the last time I was there. There are soooo many wonton, fish ball and noodle places in Hong Kong but I have never tried this one during my visits. I must give this place a try the next time I visit Hong Kong. Please keep your recommendations coming.
Thanks for watching, and sharing about your visits to Hong Kong. Hopefully you can return soon and try this place (as well as other great traditional gems) soon!
Been too long, Sam...thx for another quality recommendation! You're doing Yeoman's work promoting all the local restaurants in HK..."hidden gems" or otherwise! Chapeau!!
Thanks Allan! Very glad you enjoyed this one and hope it was worth the wait. It's our pleasure and honour to eat at all these places and meet these characters and hopefully give a window into the traditional Hong Kong food scene!
Thoroughly enjoyed this longer and more leisurely paced vlog. And not only has your taste evolved with your fondness for hot sauce, Sam. But, you are also showing more range in your tone and pitch when speaking Cantonese. I expect to see you in your next video haggling with fishmongers at the wet market! 😂
Thank you John! It was a bit more leisurely paced, as you said, and I think it allowed us to go into a bit more depth and get more reactions this time! That is very generous about my Cantonese, I still think I'm a long way off haggling at the wet market! haha
I thought you were going to do fish noodles. Fish noodles are different, the noodles themselves are made of fish and it's actually extremely rare in HK. I know a place though.
@@HongKongHoods Sure, it's literally called Fish Ball Noodle shop opposite Immaculate Heart of Mary Church (the Catholic church) in Tai Po. It's essentially the same texture as fish balls but in noodle form. It's $48 last time I went there and they have meal that has fish skin dumplings which again are a unique item. The only other place I know of to get fish skin dumplings is in Fortress Hill under the footbridge on Kings road. Super cheap.
Yet another enjoyable and informative video from Sam. Time certainly flies, I didn't realise I had followed you for the length of time I have. Keep up the good work.
That was long time due to see something come up on this channel. Nevertheless, it has been worth the wait. Thank you Sam and Vienne for showing yet another hidden gem that is off the radar of tourists. I will be sure to visit this restaurant on my next visit to Hong Kong. Look forward to the next vlog which I hope with others here that it is going to be little earlier than this time.
Thanks Satish - glad it was worth the wait! Yes, this place is far off the radar, and I certainly recommend it when you next visit. We've actually been considering trying a slightly lower-quality format so we can reach you more often... as a long-time subscriber to the channel, how would you feel about that?
@@HongKongHoods thank you Sam. We can definitely give that a try. I think RUclips algorithm needs frequent video updates to make the channel reach more people.
Cheers John! That’s exciting, the weather should be just perfect by then, to allow you to eat your way around the city without sweating buckets in the process! Thanks for watching and glad you’re enjoying the channel!
As a Cantonese born abroad your videos are well described , very authentic food you trying and straight to the point. Very nice that you pin point the location. Look forward to see more videos of hk food
Chiu Chow cuisine is known for all kinds of meatballs including pork, beef, squid, cuttlefish and fish. Fish skin dumpling is also a Chiu Chow specialty, the wrapper is made from fish and the filling is pork. Unfortunately, fish skin dumpling is a dying art as it is labor intensive. If a restaurant has it on the menu, it's a real treat. The first time I tried it was in Kowloon City and I loved it, eaten with a side of vegetables and fried fish skin. I also like to add chili oil and red vinegar to my bowl of noodles. Kowloon City has several restaurants specializing in Chiu Chow cuisine. Another favorite place of mine was in Kennedy Town. My usual was a bowl of ho fun noodles with fish skin dumplings and cuttlefish balls. It was my comfort food and so delicious 😋
Wow, thanks for all that information, especially the fish skin dumplings, that is really good to know that they’re a special treat- they struck me as pretty labour intensive! Adding oil and vinegar is a great way to go for sure- great suggestion. Would you happen to know thee names of the places - perhaps in Kowloon City and Kennedy Town? Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment, and hope you enjoyed the video!
@@HongKongHoods Hi Sam, I thoroughly enjoyed yr video, love when you find hidden gems and eat like a local. I'm sorry I don't recall the names of the places in Kowloon City nor Kennedy Town. It was a long time ago. They were old school, non-descript HK noodle shops which I frequented when I lived in San Po Kong and Kennedy Town. I recall you did a vdo in Kowloon City on the "fish ball king of HK" who is Chiu Chow. Perhaps if you ask him, he would know where to find fish skin dumpling noodle soup in Kowloon City which has a sizeable Chiu Chow community. Many retail markets, eateries and specialty stores sell things specific to Chiu Chow taste like braised duck, chives and taro rice cakes, fish balls, beef and pork meatballs, sweet snacks/pastries/cookies, etc. In Cantonese, fish skin dumplings are called "yu pi gao" or just "yu gao". The fish skin dumplings you had in Causeway Bay were salty. They should not be salty, but a mild taste like a wonton and the fish skin wrapper has a nice al dente bite.
@@minniec.9127 Thank you for the information, and no worries, I will ask him if I go up there again in the next few months... although last time we went to see him a couple of months ago he told us he's retiring soon. Either way, those dishes sound fabulous!
Sam, very happy to see you again in this typhoon. Still a high level of video.💯👍 I am hungry seeing this video.😋Your action in the limited space is appreciated, ha ha.
Aaah yes!! A new vid great! I cant wait to try these within about 2 weeks 😋. But what i crave most for are the homecooked family diners. 19u First round 21u second round drinkin beers and tasting whisky till we cant no more.
So glad to see a new video from you Sam! Another place to add to the list when we can next visit Hong Kong! I know you usually go for the more traditional eateries which I love but could you possibly check out Little Bao in Causeway Bay? Looks really interesting… specially the pork belly bao. Would love to get your take on it. 😊
Thanks Patrick! Definitely recommend this spot! Little bao is cool- been there once although it was a few years ago now. Maybe in the future we may diversify to include some of the spots more popular with expats and tourists- there are so many great restaurants around!
This was another very interesting video, Sam. I've never seen or eaten the fish skin dumpling noodle soup or the fried fish skins before. And, I'd love to try them...if I can find them. In the meantime, I can get the beef brisket fish ball haw fun soup. That I can find.
Thanks as always Vablonsky, I had never tried them before here, but recommend them now that I have! And fried fish skins too! Glad you can find the fish ball noodles though, that’s a definite plus!
Can't say I'd mix fishballs and beef brisket, but to be fair at the same time, I can't see it going wrong. Both strong flavours so one bite fish ball and noodles, next beef and noodles! Great video!
Thanks for watching, and yeah.. we thought we’d go hard or go home for that bowl- thankfully it paid off and was delicious! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Having closely related relatives in HK is such a treat. Not only do I usually not pay for a hotel room, but my cousins are locals who know the place very well and they frequently take me to the ones in alleys or inside lower end shopping stall complexes where there are tons of local eats that are so much better than the "famous" ones.
Looks like you're moving on up the algorithm - 14k views in 2 days! Interesting that the first noodle bowl had fish and meat in it. Did the brisket overpower the fish flavor at all? The egg noodles in the second bowl look great. I could probably eat a whole bag of the fish skins - looks reminiscent of pork rinds.
Hey Nate, thanks for watching! Yeah, slowly being bumped up by the algorithm... let's hope it continues! The brisket and the fishballs actually went well together- which I know sounds weird. I think because the fishballs don't soak up flavour, it just makes for a bit of meaty broth on the outside, which tastes really good! The fish skins are so good mate- definitely recommend them with beer if you can get hold of them where you are. Hope all's well with you and the family!
Well said Sam. I'm impressed that you know the true essence of HK Fish Ball Noodle, Kong Tsai Kee (江仔記粉麵專家) is definitely one of the best in HK. I love their fish ball and the soup, also the highlights are the chill oil.
Thanks for watching and commenting! Couldn’t agree more that Kong Tsai Kee is one of the best- certainly among the best we’ve tried! The chilli oil is a great addition 💪
If possible can you make an video about more teowchew food and best places to eat/ explore? Its something that i feel like its not to covered to much by too much creators! This is an amazing video too thanks for your work!
That's a great idea! I will make a note to pay attention to chiu chow cuisine and make notes for future videos. Thanks for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
Sam, when I was in Hong Kong back then I didn't know about this place and I was staying at the Holiday Inn Express 2 blocks away, on the other side of Times Square. Next time when I'm visiting I definitely will stop by.
Hey Eddie, thanks for watching- that’s too bad you didn’t know about this place, but can’t blame you- I’ve been walking past this place for years and never thought to check it out. Definitely recommend it though for the best fish ball hot fan noodles I’ve tried so far in the city!
Hi, I just discovered your channel a few days ago. I hope you do more vids in the New Territories (Tai Po in particular) Although I am born and bred in the UK, my parents are from Tai Po (my parents rarely venture beyond Tai Po). My mum is familiar with most of the foods you are consuming. She enjoys watching your vids that she is constantly giving me a running commentary (so I'm unable to listen to all that you are saying)!
Hi there, thanks for watching the videos and really glad you and your mum are enjoying them! Tai Po is definitely on our list, and we’ll try and make it up there in the future! Thanks again for the support!
Excellent presentation Sam. It really is an interesting meal identifying the significant dishes in Hong-Kong. I am sure we may find and buy these fish balls, meat balls, fish skin etc in Australia , Europe or North America, but they would be the frozen ones. Only in Hong-Kong that you can taste these REAL and fresh stuff ! Thank you Sam and sorry that you must require a bit of exercises after witnessing your consumption of all the dishes on that table !😂
Thank you Johnson as always for watching and commenting! Yes, I bet it's so hard (or impossible) to find fresh fish balls like this in Aus, Europe or N. America - that's why we feel so lucky to live in Hong Kong, so we can enjoy delicacies like this! Yes - jogging is absolutely required after these meals... otherwise the show would be called "Fat Sam Eats It".
Hi Sam. Question for you - after four years in HK, are you conversational in Cantonese and Mandarin? I can’t believe you’re not because while many people speak English there another commenter wrote that you had said in a previous video that you only speak certain phrases. I figured I’d ask you directly lol. I have lived and worked abroad and nothing is more important than the first 6-12 months in learning the language! Love your videos btw. Love traditional HK cuisine
Hi Chris, that's a good question! I am not conversational in either- I can order in limited Cantonese and that's about it for now. Always learning new phrases though, which comes with the territory when exploring these cultural gems. Thanks for the support, and glad you're enjoying the channel!
Yes, this fish ball noodle place is indeed the best in Hong Kong. Yummy, yum, yum. 👍👍 Btw, the shop beside this noodle shop sells very good local desserts. Perhaps u could make a short video on this dessert shop. My favourite is the mango mochi.
Thanks for watching Vanessa- we agree, the Fishball noodle soup here is sooo good! Thanks for the tip about the dessert place next door. I’ll make a not to try it out! 🙏💪😊
I wonder if there's much difference in the fish balls and fish dumplings in Hong Kong and Singapore. Here in Singapore, practically all eateries will have a fish ball noodle stall. However over here the dried noodles is more popular. It is with the fish balls and soup served separately. We like to add lots of local sambal chili sauce with the dried noodles and condiment of bird's eye chili and soy sauce. That's essentially how most chinese dishes are. Vegetables are vegetables, main are main.
Thanks for explaining fish balls in Singapore! I've never eaten fish balls in Singapore so I cannot compare them, but I will make a note of that for next time as it would be interesting to understand how they differ.
They are amazing fish ball and knowing they've been existed for a long time. The Hor-Fun broth is more of beef flavor since it has beef brisket with fish ball. The egg noodle broth would be more of fish flavor since it only consisted of fish dumpling. I would snack on those crispy crunchy fish skin first before eating the bowls of noodles. I don't think there is any sourness in watercress honey unless they added some lemon or lime flavor into the drink. Oyster sauce can be very salty too with those green veggies. I ate those every week and I cooked them in boiling water just like they did, but I minced some gingers & garlics and sauteed in the pan with olive oil/sesame oil then glazed on top of those veggies with oyster sauce.
I have lived in Causeway Bay for over 15 years and have never tried this place despite walking by it almost daily because I can’t read Chinese. Because this video I am gonna try this place tomorrow. Thank you!
very good recommendation Sam.... back when i was in HK, often i walked passed it but never went inside... also how Chinese eat is different to western... we eat dumplings/fishballs by themselves, not mixed with noodles as that'd dilute the overall flavour... as the fishball/dumplings are the attraction but the noodles are the main cast.. also breaking a bunch of noodles is considered bad luck in cutting your life short.... normally just use chopsticks to pick up a small bunch just enough to half fill your mouth and biting a last few strands off is ok... that's why i always cringed when i saw Mark Weins biting a full mouthful of noodles....
Thanks for watching and sharing that information! Agreed that the noodles are the bedrock of the dish- kind of like rice is with sushi (although people would think it's actually the fish!). That's good to know about the breaking of noodles thing- I'll certainly keep that in mind going forward!
Hows it going my friend? long time no speak, we last spoke earlier this year, I'm the Liverpool fan who lives in the U.S but is now currently in the U.K though where I'll be for the next three months actually. I'm doing this content creation thing seriously now! by the way according to friends I have in the south-east Asia region there was a typhoon? the Philippines was affected but somehow Hong Kong and Taiwan where the spared the worst of it?. You support Man United don't you? I just remembered that, typical British summer over here, over cast and raining whereas back in the Southern U.S it's absolutely scorching right now. Anyway I always enjoy your stuff!
Hi again, and thanks for watching and commenting once more! Let's hope next years one or both of our teams can mount a decent challenge to seemingly unstoppable City! What content are you creating these days? The typhoon came briefly this evening (heavy rain) and it has thankfully driven down the temperature by a degree or so - it's still incredibly hot and humid here though - seems like we're in for a very hot summer!
@@HongKongHoods Hey, no problem! Yeah last season for Liverpool was freaking awful as far as I'm concerned really, Mane leaving, swamped with injuries, burn out you name it. Now the likes of Firmino and Henderson have moved on I can't help but feel a little unsettled ahead of the start of the new season come next month, I know it's only pre season but their defense is already looking very suspect indeed. As for Man United you officially managed to kick start your season last year by narrowly beating us then as the months progressed things slightly went down hill a bit for you, a lot of your fanbase has turned on Harry McQuire. Both of us where resoundingly beaten by Man City at the Etihad but managed to get revenge in the return fixtures though. I cover mostly American history subjects such as the civil war and now the revolutionary war. So I heard! you take care of yourself and stay out of harms way now! My highlights of last season where destroying you guys and shutting up Richarlison in added time.
Never! Videos just take a little while longer these days now that we have a daughter ❤️ more coming- and actually considering a slightly lower-quality offshoot so I can connect with you guys more often. I wonder if that would be of interest to you?
@@HongKongHoods Of course. I’ve been following your channel since it’s inception. My wife is from Hong Kong and your videos take her home without actually being there.
Thank you for the kind words! I like to try new things- eating the same old thing and never expanding one's horizons is boring to me, plus the food in Hong Kong is amazing!
Haha no happier than usual- just generally quite happy I think. The food and atmosphere may have made this shoot more stress free than usual- that could be it!
Soak the fried fish skin into the noodle soup first before you eat. This is the most LOCAL way to eat it! A little piece of advice from a HongKonger living in Japan😀.
I’ve been a regular customer of this shop for over 20 years and i can confirm their fish ball noodles is definitely at another level.
That is amazing that you've been going there for all those years. Couldn't agree with you more!
Glad to see you back Sam! Just made my weekend even better!
Cheers and hope you enjoyed it as much as we did making it. Have a great rest of your weekend!
Hi Sam, Thanks for your latest video and all the ones before that. We are Aussie but our son lives in HK. Whilst we visit as often as possible, it's not the same as being there full time, so your videos provide a link to the HK life that we love. Not only that, but you are his doppelganger, so your videos give us a special view of foodie life in HK. Keep up the good work and thanks again.
Hi Garry, thanks for watching and for the kind words - really good to know these videos give you a link into HK for the times you're not here with your son... he sounds like a good-looking chap! 😆 Glad you're enjoying the channel, and more videos on the way soon!
Sigh! I miss Hong Kong! I miss the food and the people.
Great videos! This place will be on my list for next time I’m there.
Thanks for watching. Glad our videos are inspiring you!
Great video Sam. Excellent detail of the food and the background of the dishes. Loved the longer video format.
Thank you and glad you enjoyed it! We're getting good feedback on the longer video format, and will take note for future episodes.
Thank you, Sam for your latest video! The last time I visited Hong Kong was in 2016. I love that you try all different places, including those that are budget friendly and catered to Hong Kong locals instead of tourists. I still remember the delicious fish dumplings I had the last time I was there. There are soooo many wonton, fish ball and noodle places in Hong Kong but I have never tried this one during my visits. I must give this place a try the next time I visit Hong Kong. Please keep your recommendations coming.
Thanks for watching, and sharing about your visits to Hong Kong. Hopefully you can return soon and try this place (as well as other great traditional gems) soon!
Been too long, Sam...thx for another quality recommendation! You're doing Yeoman's work promoting all the local restaurants in HK..."hidden gems" or otherwise! Chapeau!!
Thanks Allan! Very glad you enjoyed this one and hope it was worth the wait. It's our pleasure and honour to eat at all these places and meet these characters and hopefully give a window into the traditional Hong Kong food scene!
Good to see your new video! The beef briskets look so good, really want to try it when I back to HK
Thanks for watching, and yes- the beef brisket was seriously good! Definitely recommend this place on your next HK trip!
Love the fishball and beef brisket ho fun, thank you for taking us around HK to find good eats!
Agreed- it’s delicious. Thanks for watching!
Thoroughly enjoyed this longer and more leisurely paced vlog. And not only has your taste evolved with your fondness for hot sauce, Sam. But, you are also showing more range in your tone and pitch when speaking Cantonese. I expect to see you in your next video haggling with fishmongers at the wet market! 😂
Thank you John! It was a bit more leisurely paced, as you said, and I think it allowed us to go into a bit more depth and get more reactions this time! That is very generous about my Cantonese, I still think I'm a long way off haggling at the wet market! haha
I thought you were going to do fish noodles.
Fish noodles are different, the noodles themselves are made of fish and it's actually extremely rare in HK. I know a place though.
@@LH1980XX Hope you enjoyed regardless. Fish noodles sound intriguing... don't suppose you'd mind sharing the place that you know serves them?
@@HongKongHoods Sure, it's literally called Fish Ball Noodle shop opposite Immaculate Heart of Mary Church (the Catholic church) in Tai Po. It's essentially the same texture as fish balls but in noodle form. It's $48 last time I went there and they have meal that has fish skin dumplings which again are a unique item. The only other place I know of to get fish skin dumplings is in Fortress Hill under the footbridge on Kings road. Super cheap.
@@LH1980XX Excellent information, thank you so much for sharing!
Yet another enjoyable and informative video from Sam. Time certainly flies, I didn't realise I had followed you for the length of time I have. Keep up the good work.
Thank you for watching Martyn, and glad you enjoyed it! Yes...it's been almost 3 years we've been at it now - cheers for the continued support!
@@HongKongHoods Ai is very good
Excellent research and production as usual!
Thank you Steve! Glad you enjoyed it! 🙏
Hey Sam!
Been waiting for you to upload more video.
Go to Tai Po and they have some awesome food there as well.
Thanks for watching and for the Tai Po suggestion. I like it up there and have eaten barbecue there once. Maybe an idea for a future video!
@@HongKongHoodsgo to Sailung in Tai Po centre. Great food there
@@pinglee921 Thanks for the recommendation!
Thanks Sam, Great video,looks like a great place to eat! Your videos always make me smile. Cheers mate👍
That's great to know Davy, thanks so much for the positive words and continued support. Much appreciated 💪
Nice to see a new vlog. The food looked delicious. I would love trying next time in H.K.. Thank you and enjoyed.
Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it. Certainly recommend this place for next time you visit HK!
多謝你成日介紹香港!!
Thanks for watching, and glad you enjoyed it!
Awesome video and welcome back Sam! I think I’ll try these noodles this evening 😅
Thanks for watching and hope you enjoy! Do let us know how your meal was!
I had the fish + beef ball combo and it was glorious. Excellent price point too. Thanks for the recommendation! 🤙🏻
@@sanbeizaa Great to hear! Glad you enjoyed it!
That was long time due to see something come up on this channel. Nevertheless, it has been worth the wait. Thank you Sam and Vienne for showing yet another hidden gem that is off the radar of tourists. I will be sure to visit this restaurant on my next visit to Hong Kong. Look forward to the next vlog which I hope with others here that it is going to be little earlier than this time.
Thanks Satish - glad it was worth the wait! Yes, this place is far off the radar, and I certainly recommend it when you next visit. We've actually been considering trying a slightly lower-quality format so we can reach you more often... as a long-time subscriber to the channel, how would you feel about that?
@@HongKongHoods thank you Sam. We can definitely give that a try. I think RUclips algorithm needs frequent video updates to make the channel reach more people.
@@Satish.Kumar521 Absolutely agreed Satish - I think with more regular uploading we could get quite a bit more traction on the algorithm
Great video Sam. This place is definitely on my list for my next visit to Hong Kong.
Thanks as usual Darren, glad you enjoyed it, and definitely recommend this place when you're next here!
Loving the channel. Visiting in November for 10 days and can’t wait to eat and take photos. Getting some great intel here 👍
Cheers John! That’s exciting, the weather should be just perfect by then, to allow you to eat your way around the city without sweating buckets in the process! Thanks for watching and glad you’re enjoying the channel!
As a Cantonese born abroad your videos are well described , very authentic food you trying and straight to the point. Very nice that you pin point the location. Look forward to see more videos of hk food
Thanks for the kind words, and really glad you enjoy our videos- it means a lot! We have new one out this weekend, so tune in and enjoy! 💪
Chiu Chow cuisine is known for all kinds of meatballs including pork, beef, squid, cuttlefish and fish. Fish skin dumpling is also a Chiu Chow specialty, the wrapper is made from fish and the filling is pork. Unfortunately, fish skin dumpling is a dying art as it is labor intensive. If a restaurant has it on the menu, it's a real treat. The first time I tried it was in Kowloon City and I loved it, eaten with a side of vegetables and fried fish skin. I also like to add chili oil and red vinegar to my bowl of noodles. Kowloon City has several restaurants specializing in Chiu Chow cuisine. Another favorite place of mine was in Kennedy Town. My usual was a bowl of ho fun noodles with fish skin dumplings and cuttlefish balls. It was my comfort food and so delicious 😋
Wow, thanks for all that information, especially the fish skin dumplings, that is really good to know that they’re a special treat- they struck me as pretty labour intensive! Adding oil and vinegar is a great way to go for sure- great suggestion. Would you happen to know thee names of the places - perhaps in Kowloon City and Kennedy Town? Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment, and hope you enjoyed the video!
@@HongKongHoods Hi Sam, I thoroughly enjoyed yr video, love when you find hidden gems and eat like a local. I'm sorry I don't recall the names of the places in Kowloon City nor Kennedy Town. It was a long time ago. They were old school, non-descript HK noodle shops which I frequented when I lived in San Po Kong and Kennedy Town. I recall you did a vdo in Kowloon City on the "fish ball king of HK" who is Chiu Chow. Perhaps if you ask him, he would know where to find fish skin dumpling noodle soup in Kowloon City which has a sizeable Chiu Chow community. Many retail markets, eateries and specialty stores sell things specific to Chiu Chow taste like braised duck, chives and taro rice cakes, fish balls, beef and pork meatballs, sweet snacks/pastries/cookies, etc.
In Cantonese, fish skin dumplings are called "yu pi gao" or just "yu gao". The fish skin dumplings you had in Causeway Bay were salty. They should not be salty, but a mild taste like a wonton and the fish skin wrapper has a nice al dente bite.
@@minniec.9127 Thank you for the information, and no worries, I will ask him if I go up there again in the next few months... although last time we went to see him a couple of months ago he told us he's retiring soon. Either way, those dishes sound fabulous!
Sam, very happy to see you again in this typhoon. Still a high level of video.💯👍 I am hungry seeing this video.😋Your action in the limited space is appreciated, ha ha.
Thanks for watching and commenting, it means a lot! Glad you enjoyed this one and that it inspired your appetite 😋 take care and stay dry! ☔️
Aaah yes!! A new vid great! I cant wait to try these within about 2 weeks 😋. But what i crave most for are the homecooked family diners. 19u First round 21u second round drinkin beers and tasting whisky till we cant no more.
Thanks for watching, and glad you enjoyed it! Family dinners are the best - and I can't knock your idea about drinking a few beers!
Thanks!
Thank you for the support 🙏
@@HongKongHoods I'm not much for words but really appreciate your great content as always !
@@ericyau7557 It means a lot Eric, much appreciated!
多謝！
Thank you very much Dorris. You are very generous 🙏😊
Thank you Sam. Now I know where to go for my lunch tomorrow.
I hope you enjoyed your meal!? Thanks for watching
Welcome back! Missed your videos buddy!
Thank you! Cheers for the support and hope you enjoyed 💪
Good to see you posting again and congrats on your daughter - you might have to start doing videos for food children can enjoy in HK
That's not a bad idea- possibly a plan for the future. Thanks for watching and the kind words, and glad you enjoyed it!
Will definitely go there and check it out next time in HK. Thank you for such a great intro to this noodle place.
Certainly recommend it! Thanks for watching and glad it inspired you!
Great to see your video again! I miss Hong Kong food a lot.
Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed this one!
@@HongKongHoods Hi Sam, I used to live in Macau as a kid, and perhaps one day you and your team would cross the ditch to sample some Macau delicacies.
@@chong-laichan3190 We would love to and it is definitely on our radar. Let's see, perhaps at some point in the future!
So respectful seeing Sam speak Canto. Hats off to you Sir!
Thank you! And thanks for watching!
Really great food!!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I am going to try it out. Thanks for your video.
Thanks for watching. Hope you enjoy your meal!
a little Cantonese makes a mile away! Something as simple as "yu dan", "ng koi", "baar tat tung" are so pleasing to those working class locals.
That's nice to hear! I will try to keep learning more Cantonese as I go along! Thanks for watching!
I just found a new food channel to watch and subscribe. Thank you.
Welcome to the channel, and hope you enjoy the rest of videos!
Thanks for your content! I miss being in HK and your content brings me right back!
Thanks for watching, and glad these videos bring back memories! Hope you can get back here soon and try some of these gems while they’re still here 🙏💪
So glad to see a new video from you Sam! Another place to add to the list when we can next visit Hong Kong! I know you usually go for the more traditional eateries which I love but could you possibly check out Little Bao in Causeway Bay? Looks really interesting… specially the pork belly bao. Would love to get your take on it. 😊
Thanks Patrick! Definitely recommend this spot! Little bao is cool- been there once although it was a few years ago now. Maybe in the future we may diversify to include some of the spots more popular with expats and tourists- there are so many great restaurants around!
@@HongKongHoods Awesome Sam. Thanks so much! 😊
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Agreed. Thanks for watching!
Both fish ball and clear broth sirloin (清湯牛腩)noodles are my favorites!
Thanks for watching, and great choice!
Thank you for this wonderful video. I greatly appreciate your content because I don’t know when I will be back in HK.
Thanks for watching and glad you're enjoying the channel! I hope you can get back to HK soon!
@@HongKongHoods me too
both foods look so good
It was delicious!
This was another very interesting video, Sam. I've never seen or eaten the fish skin dumpling noodle soup or the fried fish skins before. And, I'd love to try them...if I can find them. In the meantime, I can get the beef brisket fish ball haw fun soup. That I can find.
Thanks as always Vablonsky, I had never tried them before here, but recommend them now that I have! And fried fish skins too! Glad you can find the fish ball noodles though, that’s a definite plus!
Can't say I'd mix fishballs and beef brisket, but to be fair at the same time, I can't see it going wrong. Both strong flavours so one bite fish ball and noodles, next beef and noodles! Great video!
Thanks for watching, and yeah.. we thought we’d go hard or go home for that bowl- thankfully it paid off and was delicious! Glad you enjoyed the video!
I was just in HK in September. I feel like I need to go to HK again ASAP becuase of all your food videos!!!!!!
That’s great that our videos inspire you, glad to hear it. So many amazing food spots in Hong Kong! 🇭🇰
Welcome back Sam, missed your vids.
Thank you-hope you enjoyed this one!
This is cool! Good content...
Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed the video!
Having closely related relatives in HK is such a treat. Not only do I usually not pay for a hotel room, but my cousins are locals who know the place very well and they frequently take me to the ones in alleys or inside lower end shopping stall complexes where there are tons of local eats that are so much better than the "famous" ones.
That’s great! We also live for finding these kinds of places! Glad you can get a slice of “real” Hong Kong!
@@HongKongHoods Your videos are nice and entertaining.
@@MoChua Thank you!
Thank you dude for your review and recommendations 👍👍👍
Cheers for watching, and glad you enjoyed the video!
I shall be revisiting my beloved HK in September 2023.
Your recommendations shall definitely come handy
@@streetsmart73 That's brilliant! I hope you have a great time, and feel free to let us know which spots you end up eating at!
Looks like you're moving on up the algorithm - 14k views in 2 days!
Interesting that the first noodle bowl had fish and meat in it. Did the brisket overpower the fish flavor at all? The egg noodles in the second bowl look great. I could probably eat a whole bag of the fish skins - looks reminiscent of pork rinds.
Hey Nate, thanks for watching! Yeah, slowly being bumped up by the algorithm... let's hope it continues! The brisket and the fishballs actually went well together- which I know sounds weird. I think because the fishballs don't soak up flavour, it just makes for a bit of meaty broth on the outside, which tastes really good! The fish skins are so good mate- definitely recommend them with beer if you can get hold of them where you are. Hope all's well with you and the family!
Well said Sam. I'm impressed that you know the true essence of HK Fish Ball Noodle, Kong Tsai Kee (江仔記粉麵專家) is definitely one of the best in HK. I love their fish ball and the soup, also the highlights are the chill oil.
Thanks for watching and commenting! Couldn’t agree more that Kong Tsai Kee is one of the best- certainly among the best we’ve tried! The chilli oil is a great addition 💪
If possible can you make an video about more teowchew food and best places to eat/ explore? Its something that i feel like its not to covered to much by too much creators! This is an amazing video too thanks for your work!
That's a great idea! I will make a note to pay attention to chiu chow cuisine and make notes for future videos. Thanks for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
Sam, when I was in Hong Kong back then I didn't know about this place and I was staying at the Holiday Inn Express 2 blocks away, on the other side of Times Square. Next time when I'm visiting I definitely will stop by.
Hey Eddie, thanks for watching- that’s too bad you didn’t know about this place, but can’t blame you- I’ve been walking past this place for years and never thought to check it out. Definitely recommend it though for the best fish ball hot fan noodles I’ve tried so far in the city!
Hi, I just discovered your channel a few days ago. I hope you do more vids in the New Territories (Tai Po in particular) Although I am born and bred in the UK, my parents are from Tai Po (my parents rarely venture beyond Tai Po). My mum is familiar with most of the foods you are consuming. She enjoys watching your vids that she is constantly giving me a running commentary (so I'm unable to listen to all that you are saying)!
Hi there, thanks for watching the videos and really glad you and your mum are enjoying them! Tai Po is definitely on our list, and we’ll try and make it up there in the future! Thanks again for the support!
I like you are well mannered... thank you after the people hand you something.
I believe that it costs nothing to be respectful- and a lot of the people at these traditional places work very hard
Please continue to make more videos 😁
Will do! More videos on the way!
Excellent presentation Sam. It really is an interesting meal identifying the significant dishes in Hong-Kong. I am sure we may find and buy these fish balls, meat balls, fish skin etc in Australia , Europe or North America, but they would be the frozen ones. Only in Hong-Kong that you can taste these REAL and fresh stuff ! Thank you Sam and sorry that you must require a bit of exercises after witnessing your consumption of all the dishes on that table !😂
Thank you Johnson as always for watching and commenting! Yes, I bet it's so hard (or impossible) to find fresh fish balls like this in Aus, Europe or N. America - that's why we feel so lucky to live in Hong Kong, so we can enjoy delicacies like this! Yes - jogging is absolutely required after these meals... otherwise the show would be called "Fat Sam Eats It".
next time try dipping the fish skin in the soup for 2 seconds first, whole new level!
Thanks for the tip, that sounds incredible!
glad to see you back, Sam, We miss you
Thank you, and hope you enjoyed this one!
@@HongKongHoods absolutely 💯
@@HongKongHoodsand I tried today, very good 👍
@@leonli715 Great! Glad you enjoyed it!
Good choice...btw, if you like to try some traditional Cantonese dessert, the store next to Kong Tsai Kee is very good too
Ohh thanks for the tip! Might try it next time I’m in that area!
Hi Sam. Question for you - after four years in HK, are you conversational in Cantonese and Mandarin? I can’t believe you’re not because while many people speak English there another commenter wrote that you had said in a previous video that you only speak certain phrases. I figured I’d ask you directly lol. I have lived and worked abroad and nothing is more important than the first 6-12 months in learning the language!
Love your videos btw. Love traditional HK cuisine
Hi Chris, that's a good question! I am not conversational in either- I can order in limited Cantonese and that's about it for now. Always learning new phrases though, which comes with the territory when exploring these cultural gems. Thanks for the support, and glad you're enjoying the channel!
Great video.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it
Yes, this fish ball noodle place is indeed the best in Hong Kong. Yummy, yum, yum. 👍👍 Btw, the shop beside this noodle shop sells very good local desserts. Perhaps u could make a short video on this dessert shop. My favourite is the mango mochi.
Thanks for watching Vanessa- we agree, the Fishball noodle soup here is sooo good! Thanks for the tip about the dessert place next door. I’ll make a not to try it out! 🙏💪😊
I love Hong Kong food really...
Me too! Thanks for watching!
Some people said that stewed beef brisket with noodle is the spirit of the noodle shop. You can try next time.
We had the beef brisket in the first dish we tried, but perhaps you mean just beef brisket on its own?
I wonder if there's much difference in the fish balls and fish dumplings in Hong Kong and Singapore. Here in Singapore, practically all eateries will have a fish ball noodle stall. However over here the dried noodles is more popular. It is with the fish balls and soup served separately. We like to add lots of local sambal chili sauce with the dried noodles and condiment of bird's eye chili and soy sauce.
That's essentially how most chinese dishes are. Vegetables are vegetables, main are main.
Thanks for explaining fish balls in Singapore! I've never eaten fish balls in Singapore so I cannot compare them, but I will make a note of that for next time as it would be interesting to understand how they differ.
They are amazing fish ball and knowing they've been existed for a long time. The Hor-Fun broth is more of beef flavor since it has beef brisket with fish ball. The egg noodle broth would be more of fish flavor since it only consisted of fish dumpling. I would snack on those crispy crunchy fish skin first before eating the bowls of noodles. I don't think there is any sourness in watercress honey unless they added some lemon or lime flavor into the drink. Oyster sauce can be very salty too with those green veggies. I ate those every week and I cooked them in boiling water just like they did, but I minced some gingers & garlics and sauteed in the pan with olive oil/sesame oil then glazed on top of those veggies with oyster sauce.
Thanks for watching and your in-depth comment. Next time I’ll try and remember to eat the fish skin first! Cheers for the tip!
Everything looks delicious
It certainly was. Thanks for watching!
Gosh, your video makes me want to go to Hong Kong now and eat a bowl of fishball noodle soup!
That's great to know. Thanks for watching and hope you can get here soon - so many great places to eat at!
Hi sam this my favorit food fishball noodle
Brilliant! Thanks for watching!
This is comfort food for me! Scooping fried rice with a prawn cracker is the best...
Agreed! That’s got to be one of the most pleasurable taste/texture experiences
Can't believe you finished them all 😂😂 you can try adding some vinegar which is on the table onto your noodle next time 😊😊
I did get some help of my wife (who was behind the camera) but I still ate a lot! Haha thanks for the vinegar tip, will try that next time!
Thanks you
Thanks for the support, hope you enjoyed it!
I have lived in Causeway Bay for over 15 years and have never tried this place despite walking by it almost daily because I can’t read Chinese. Because this video I am gonna try this place tomorrow. Thank you!
That's great to hear! How was your meal?
@@HongKongHoods fantastic! Quintessentially HK 😀
for fish ball hawker center inside tai po hui market is the best
Thanks for the recommendation!
this is really the best fish ball noodles shop, and esp for their squid balls, i would say its among the best in hk
Thanks for watching and commenting. We’re glad you agree that this place is great! 💪🙏👍
Yo. Don't stick your chopsticks in the bowl like that. Hahaha.
Will try to remember going forward. Thanks for watching!
Come over to Fanling, lots to eat…
That’s a real gem
It is! Thanks for watching!
very good recommendation Sam.... back when i was in HK, often i walked passed it but never went inside... also how Chinese eat is different to western... we eat dumplings/fishballs by themselves, not mixed with noodles as that'd dilute the overall flavour... as the fishball/dumplings are the attraction but the noodles are the main cast.. also breaking a bunch of noodles is considered bad luck in cutting your life short.... normally just use chopsticks to pick up a small bunch just enough to half fill your mouth and biting a last few strands off is ok... that's why i always cringed when i saw Mark Weins biting a full mouthful of noodles....
Thanks for watching and sharing that information! Agreed that the noodles are the bedrock of the dish- kind of like rice is with sushi (although people would think it's actually the fish!). That's good to know about the breaking of noodles thing- I'll certainly keep that in mind going forward!
Chiu Chow-style Fishballs are steamed in pan dish, then peel in to small balls.
Thanks for sharing, and thank you for watching!
You must try having the fish balls dipped with vinegar...the OG way!
Thanks, will do that next time I visit!
Hows it going my friend? long time no speak, we last spoke earlier this year, I'm the Liverpool fan who lives in the U.S but is now currently in the U.K though where I'll be for the next three months actually. I'm doing this content creation thing seriously now! by the way according to friends I have in the south-east Asia region there was a typhoon? the Philippines was affected but somehow Hong Kong and Taiwan where the spared the worst of it?. You support Man United don't you? I just remembered that, typical British summer over here, over cast and raining whereas back in the Southern U.S it's absolutely scorching right now. Anyway I always enjoy your stuff!
Hi again, and thanks for watching and commenting once more! Let's hope next years one or both of our teams can mount a decent challenge to seemingly unstoppable City! What content are you creating these days? The typhoon came briefly this evening (heavy rain) and it has thankfully driven down the temperature by a degree or so - it's still incredibly hot and humid here though - seems like we're in for a very hot summer!
@@HongKongHoods Hey, no problem! Yeah last season for Liverpool was freaking awful as far as I'm concerned really, Mane leaving, swamped with injuries, burn out you name it. Now the likes of Firmino and Henderson have moved on I can't help but feel a little unsettled ahead of the start of the new season come next month, I know it's only pre season but their defense is already looking very suspect indeed. As for Man United you officially managed to kick start your season last year by narrowly beating us then as the months progressed things slightly went down hill a bit for you, a lot of your fanbase has turned on Harry McQuire. Both of us where resoundingly beaten by Man City at the Etihad but managed to get revenge in the return fixtures though. I cover mostly American history subjects such as the civil war and now the revolutionary war. So I heard! you take care of yourself and stay out of harms way now! My highlights of last season where destroying you guys and shutting up Richarlison in added time.
I feel like you waggling your hands while talking will trip workers while holding customers foods🤣✌🏽
I hope not too much 😂 thanks for watching!
I'm looking this place up on Google maps but do not find it. Help me someone please!
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Wow, that mouth watering fish balls, you say that they are bouncy, we say in Cantonese ‘’彈牙，‘’ 😋
I just looked up the translation for that, and it means "elastic teeth"... which I think is very apt! 😊
For a minute I thought you’ve had it with Hong Kong. Good to see you haven’t given up yet.
Never! Videos just take a little while longer these days now that we have a daughter ❤️ more coming- and actually considering a slightly lower-quality offshoot so I can connect with you guys more often. I wonder if that would be of interest to you?
@@HongKongHoods keep doing what you’re doing. Your production value and editing is top notch!
@@HongKongHoods Of course. I’ve been following your channel since it’s inception. My wife is from Hong Kong and your videos take her home without actually being there.
@@HongKongHoods Yes, why not mix it up. Every single video is so special but I'm not fussy :) Congrats to you and the family btw!
@@HongKongHoodsmore daughters coming? or food coming or both? 😂anyway congrads
Very courageous traveler. Most expats wouldn't dare touch local HK food. Its way beneath them. 😂
Think his partner is a HK local
My wife is a Hong Kong-born Aussie and fluent Cantonese speaker, and an integral part of the Hong Kong 'Hoods/Sam Eats it team!
Thank you for the kind words! I like to try new things- eating the same old thing and never expanding one's horizons is boring to me, plus the food in Hong Kong is amazing!
The airport has it in cathay lounge
Nice. Thanks for watching!
what's the restaurant's address? Can't find it on google maps.
It’s there at the beginning of the video, as I walk in to the restaurant
Fish ball in Hong Kong is so much better than those of Toronto,the best of Hong Kong in fish ball is simply best of the best
fish skin tastes best when dipped in the broth for roughly 10 seconds!
Thanks for the tip- will do next time!
The best Fish Ball Hor Fun on HK Island.
A special place!
You look so much happier. What happened to you recently ?
Haha no happier than usual- just generally quite happy I think. The food and atmosphere may have made this shoot more stress free than usual- that could be it!
Holy sh*t! Why are the fishballs so small now in hk???!
Oh no- they used to be bigger from your memory?
Soak the fried fish skin into the noodle soup first before you eat. This is the most LOCAL way to eat it! A little piece of advice from a HongKonger living in Japan😀.
Great tip! Thanks for the advice 🙏
I miss hk
Thanks for watching!
Im from hong kong you are right 😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮
Thanks! Hope you enjoyed the video and others on our channel! 💪🙏
@@HongKongHoods appreciate it🥒🥦🫛🫑✅
"For the all kids watching at home", haha, eat your veg Sam!
Haha glad you enjoyed that part John, and thanks for watching!
Seven choices of toppings for me and none for you, forgive me for that one I had to! 😂
I don't blame you! 😂 the more toppings the better in my opinion!