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If you've ever eaten in one of the Koh Thai restaurants on Hong Kong Island, you might be surprised to learn that they are owned by DB residents Paul...

Community Matters: Coughs and Sneezes spread diseases

COUGHS AND SNEEZES SPREAD DISEASES…The past few months seem to have been particularly severe for sickness in Discovery Bay. Whenever you meet...

Just a short hop from Hong Kong, Taipei is the perfect destination for a quick getaway with the girls!Cocktails with a viewAt 101 stories high, Tapei...

You're having a coffee in the Plaza. A man at the next table collapses to the ground.WHAT DO YOU DO?Hopefully it will never happen. But did you know...

How Perception is Everything and What To Do With It In Business

Starting a business is a lot less about money than it is about getting a sense of freedom and control over your life that is hard to find in the...

Lantau Lizards, Bringing a new sport to DB

There are any number of sports classes for children in Discovery Bay, including all of the usual suspects from football and rugby to martial arts....

A passion for good food

If you've ever eaten in one of the Koh Thai restaurants on Hong Kong Island, you might be surprised...
Community Matters: Coughs and Sneezes spread...

COUGHS AND SNEEZES SPREAD DISEASES…The past few months seem to have been particularly severe for...
48 Hours in: Taipei

Just a short hop from Hong Kong, Taipei is the perfect destination for a quick getaway with the...
Five minutes to save a life

You're having a coffee in the Plaza. A man at the next table collapses to the ground.WHAT DO YOU...
How Perception is Everything and What To Do With...

Starting a business is a lot less about money than it is about getting a sense of freedom and...
Lantau Lizards, Bringing a new sport to DB

There are any number of sports classes for children in Discovery Bay, including all of the usual...

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Chasing the Northern Lights
An adventure of a lifetime for three DB women.At the beginning of March, DB residents Trudi Kennedy, Marzena Kalbarczyk and Annette Straatemeier will join the first multinational team of 12…
Community Matters:Photographing other People's Children
It's a common enough scene… a sunny Saturday afternoon and the DB plaza is filled with residents and day trippers alike. As always children dominate, and as they race around…
Giving Back:The Lantau Beer Dash
The fourth annual Lantau Beer Dash will be held on Saturday 10th March this year. For the uninitiated, the Lantau Beer Dash is a 5km fun run… in fancy dress……
Notes from the Plaza
And January has finished. Thank goodness.I hate that month. Not only has Christmas gone but I have to put on the annual New Year's resolution pretence to all around. This…
The Rouge Experience
Rouge Photography recently opened in the North Plaza to offer women 'the hottest and most unexpected glamour experience around town!' Tired of unrealistic ideals of beauty imposed on us by…
Notes from the Plaza
I consider myself a strong woman. I have survived many things including the Fusion queue on Tuesday morning, Bangkok immigration and a massage in Shenzhen. But last week, I met…
Cycling to Stop the Traffik
Next month DB Resident Alison Price will embark on a life changing cycling challenge. The 'Project Futures Global Challenge' involves cycling 500km through Cambodia to support victims of human trafficking.On…
Proposed Incinerator near Shek Kwu Chau
According to Living Islands Movement (LIM), a Hong Kong community-based organisation whose aims are to promote sustainable development on Hong Kong's outlying islands, we should all be concerned about the…
Angels for Orphans
Founded in 2006 by Helen Whitman, a prior long term DB resident, Angels for Orphans raises money to improve the lives of children in orphanages worldwide. In many countries there…

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Gadget Guide…Hard Drives Explained
I was in a rush. I needed to get the photos from my external hard drive, transfer them to a USB stick, then get to the shop and have them…
Secrets of a…A Published Author
Andrew Woodward is the Author of the novel, The Water Dragon, a detective/murder-mystery novel set in Hong Kong and with parts in Discovery Bay. What inspired you to become a…
Gadget Guide… Optoma PK301 Projector
Of all the computer science university assignments I completed, there is one that I distinctly remember… a group assignment. I showed up at my friend Brendan's house, ready to start…
Secrets of a…Global Young Leader
How did you become a Global Young Leader? I was nominated by my school to attend the Global Young Leaders Conference (GYLC) in New York and Washington DC with around 400…
Gadget Guide…Phillips Wake Up Light
Longyearbyen in Norway provided the ultimate testing ground for the Philips Wake-up Light. Longyearbyen, the world's northern-most town, is eclipsed by a 4 month long, sunless polar night. Understandably, constant…
Secrets of A Chamber Musician
with Brioso Quintet Brioso was instrumental in developing family friendly chamber music concerts for Discovery College. As a viola-flute-cello combo, they launched the first series with a widely acclaimed inaugural concert…
Handheld GPS Receivers (GPSRs)
You love the outdoors - hiking, biking, and kayaking - but your phone GPS receiver just isn't up to the challenge. Time to add a handheld GPS receiver to your…
Secrets of Adventures
When Julie Lewis took a year off to travel, she had no idea it would lead to a new career! She set up Mountain High in Dubai in 2003, and…
Gadget Guide - 10 Apps You Really Need
With nearly half a million apps available on the itunes store, which ones are really worth downloading? To help you avoid purchasing some of the phoney (deliberate nerdy pun)…

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Salute the Sun
With so many styles of yoga out there, it can be confusing when it comes to choosing one that suits your abilities and needs. Kylie de Vos guides you through…
DB Diets on Trial
Back in August we asked for four volunteers to follow different diets available in DB. With a focus not only on weight loss, but also general lifestyle factors, our volunteers…
Beauty: At What Cost?
Many people trek to Shenzhen for a bargain - including inexpensive beauty treatments. There is a chance, however, that they could come back with more than a manicure. Kylie de…
The Highs and Lows of Hiking
Most great plans are hatched over a few pints, and this was no exception. One sweltering hot summers day, a few beers later, and four overly optimistic friends decided the…
Dehydration & Sun Stroke: Know the Signs and What to Do
Amongst the greatest dangers to hikers in Hong Kong are the risks of becoming dehydrated and getting sun stroke. Extreme heat and humidity, rough terrain and high altitudes increase the…
Holistic Harmony
Hectic lifestyles leave many of us stressed, lacking energy and subject to a variety health concerns. Kylie de Vos explores some of the holistic options available in DB which can…
Strength Training: The Key to Building Muscle and Losing Fat
Just a few generations ago, physical jobs kept us in shape. We now lead a more sedentary lifestyle, with long hours sitting at an office desk, watching television, surfing the…
Stuck in an exercise rut?
Stuck in an exercise rut? DB Resident and Personal Trainer, Claire Wallace, runs through some of the latest trends in the world of exercise. Centuries ago, staying fit meant chasing your dinner……
Clearing the Air
Air pollution is an unfortunate reality of the 21st Century. With its associated health risks being well documented, Kylie de Vos discusses ways to cope with it on a daily…

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Pet Corner: Is it a Squeal or a Big Deal?

Baby Talk:Your Child & Communication Milestones
Almost everything we do involves speech, language and communication. It underpins learning and development. Communication is the way we connect with one another and build relationships.Language development is a gradual,…
In the Garden:Hong Kong Flower Show
There's no better opportunity to enjoy Victoria Park than when it hosts the annual Hong Kong Flower Show. In 2012 it is on from March 16 to 25. Every year…
Kids Stuff:DIY fun for Kids
When it comes to creating masterpieces, young children can be insatiable. While painting and building these rainy days away might be the perfect option for housebound children, it doesn't need…
Pet Corner:Missing Cats in DB
I recently spoke to Raj, Business Manager at Island Veterinary Services in the Plaza, about the issues facing pet owners in DB, and was surprised to learn that in the…
Understanding Young People and the Challenges they face
How do young people see the world? How do they feel about the way we handle them? What are their needs and their problems, real and imagined? It can be…
Pet Corner…Basic guide to "Petiquette"
For many of us, our dogs are a well-loved member of our family; however, it is important to remember that these feelings are not shared by everyone. When it comes to…
Kids Stuff…Lunch Box Fun
Toddlers are notorious for being picky eaters. Add some fun to their lunch time with these interesting ideas.SUSHI SANDWICHES Making food fun could just be a matter of presentation. You…
Keeping in Touch with our Cultural Roots
As a true melting pot of cultures, languages and religions, Hong Kong is a wonderful place to raise global children with their feet planted in many different cultures. However for…
The Experimental Gardener
As the more thrifty of the two of us, my husband always said cut flowers were a bit of a waste; "they only last a week, if that, and get…

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The Importance of Having a Will in Hong Kong
Do we need a Will? Is our existing Will valid? What happens to our children should anything happen to both of us? These are all common questions, subjects that are…
Cheapskates…Toys
With Christmas fast approaching, it's time to start thinking about where to shop for the kids' presents this year. Something Unique For really special presents, regardless of budget, there are several shops…
Work/Life Balance – Having It All!
Executive and Personal Coach, Adair Good, shares some advice on achieving a work/life balance through this excerpt from her chapter in the book "How to Break The Glass Ceiling Without…
Cheapskates
The Hong Kong dining experience doesn't have to break the bank. Here are some restaurant options that are cheap in price, but don't scrimp on flavor: GOOD FOR… A Quick Bite While…
Teaching Your Children About Money
The questions I frequently get asked are 'how should I start teaching my kids about money?' and 'should I give them an allowance?' I have no fixed and fast prescription,…
Saving Money on Grocery Shopping
If you are on a tight budget or simply saving money for a rainy day, grocery shopping may not be your favourite pastime. Take heed! Stocking up your pantry and…
Cheapskates…Bargain Clothing
Living in one of the world's shopping capitals, bargains in Hong Kong can be found anywhere in the city. Our cheapskates column is here to hunt out the best shopping…
Be Your Own Boss
Are you fed up with working for someone else, or are you seeking a change in career? Maybe you have the entrepreneur spirit, or are looking for more flexibility if…

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Chicken & Vegetable Spring Rolls
Vegetable oil, for cooking 750g chicken thigh fillets, trimmed, finely chopped 4 green onions, finely sliced 2 carrots, peeled, grated 250g cabbage, finely shredded 1/2 cup hoisin sauce 12 frozen spring roll wrappers, thawed TO PREPARE Stir-fry…
Red Rice
Red rice 3 large plum tomatoes, cut into quarters 500g/1lb 2.5oz long grain rice 2 cloves garlic 10 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp paprika 1 tbsp brown sugar 2 limes, juice only 2 spring onions, finely chopped 1 tsp…
Pork & Ginger Dumplings with chilli sauce
250g pork mince 2cm piece ginger, grated 1 small egg, beaten 1 tbs oyster sauce 16 square wonton wrappers 1 tbs chilli oil or sweet chilli sauce 1 tbs soy sauce 1 tsp caster sugar TO PREPARE Combine…
Albondigas (Spicy Mexican meat balls) and Red Rice
Meatballs: 2 onions, finely chopped 250g/9oz pork mince 250g/9oz beef mince 1 tsp dried oregano 60g/2oz fresh breadcrumbs 1 tsp ground cumin 1 free-range egg, beaten salt and freshly ground black pepper 8 tbsp vegetable oil 3 tbsp olive oil 800g/1lb…
Melting Chocolate Fondant
Melting Chocolate Fondant with Raspberry Coulis and Mascarpone (makes 9)The Melting Chocolate Fondant is a classic and decadent dessert that will finish your meal on a high. The rich chocolate…
Glazed Goats Cheese
Glazed Goat's Cheese with Asparagus, Beetroot & Balsamic Reduction A beautifully balanced dish with richness and freshness, natural sweetness and bitterness, and is visually inviting. French Goat's cheese is wonderfully…
Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken Breast
Mediterranean stuffed Chicken Breast wrapped in Ham, with Champ new potatoes, greens and red wine jus 6 chicken breasts, skin off (buy the best you can get, I like to use…
Christmas Gingerbread
WHO: Jade Quigley FROM: Australia HOW LONG IN DB: 4 years LIVES WITH: Mum Carla, Dad Mike, Sister Leah & Brother Aidan 150ml golden syrup 200g sugar 250g butter 4 tsp. cinnamon 3 tsp. ground ginger 2 tsp.…
Sweet Potato Pecan Pies
Sweet and delicious! As a savoury or a sweet, these little pies can’t be beat! 1.5 cups mashed sweet potato ¾ cups white sugar ¼ tsp nutmeg ¼ tsp cinnamon 70g butter softened ¼ cup milk 1…

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