Distinct, delectable, but disappearing: streetside hawker stands in Hong Kong known as dai pai dongs and the classic comfort food they serve are an iconic part of the city’s history
Tuesday 16 April 2024
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Hong Kong’s traditional dai pai dong street-food stalls fight to stay open
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