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    Step back in time at Nam Cheong Shop in Shek Kip Mei

    Where old-school treats inspire nostalgic reflection
    By Dominic Ngai / 09 Oct 2024 / 3 minute(s) read
    A portrait of Yip Choi-sheung, owner of Nam Cheong Shop in Shek Kip Mei, Hong Kong
    Credit: Elvis Chung
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    The exterior view of Nam Cheong Shop with a variety of old Hong Kong snacks on display at the entrance

    Credit: Elvis Chung

    A close-up of old Hong Kong sweets and childhood snacks at Nam Cheong Shop in Shek Kip Mei, Hong Kong

    Credit: Elvis Chung

    A giant aeroplane chess board playground in the design of an old Hong kong childhood board game near Nam Tai House in Shek Kip Mei, Hong Kong

    Credit: Elvis Chung

    A close-up of a flambéed beef with potato cubes and bell pepper served at Cantonese restaurant The Hidden Gem in Shek Kip Mei, Hong Kong

    Credit: Elvis Chung

    A close-up of a Hong Kong mango dessert served at Nam Shan Vanilla Shaved ice served in Shek Kip Mei, Hong Kong

    Credit: Elvis Chung

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