[Flavours of Memory] Postcard Set - This is Hong Kong X Onion Peterman X Pearl Law

Flavours of Memory The diversity of culinary culture has continuously given rise to a myriad of dining spaces, embodying a vitality that is uniquely Hong Kong. Traditional "bing sutt" (traditional tea restaurants) are often found in older buildings. Starting in the 1950s, they became one of Hong Kong's most popular eateries, characterized by high ceilings, ceiling fans, booth seating, and mosaic tile decorations. Traditional Chinese desserts require considerable time and effort to prepare, yet their prices cannot match those of Japanese, Korean, or Taiwanese desserts, leading to a decline in shops solely offering Chinese sweets. "Dong gu ting" (mushroom-shaped dai pai dongs) and cooked food centres began offering affordable delicacies to the public in the 1970s, though the former are gradually losing their original essence as large corporations move in. As both flavours and spaces are constantly evolving, will memories fade with them? Originally published in "This is Hong Kong" Winter 2021 issue Paper Size | 10.5 x 14.8cm Paper | V-Lite Silk 290gsm Printing | Digital Printing Set of 4 Created by // Onion Peterman A Hong Kong-based printmaker, illustrator, and independent publisher. In 2018, he founded the independent press DRY RUN PRESS, which has since published over 10 screen-printed publications and participated in numerous group exhibitions in Seoul, Tokyo, and other cities. Created by // Pearl Law An illustrator, zine maker, comic artist, and visual documentarian. A native Hongkonger, her creative inspiration primarily stems from her innate sense of humour, extensive reading in literature and history, and keen observation of everyday life.