Food at its best in Hong Kong

A date for gourmet diaries: October 5-15 for the annual Lan Kwai Fong Food Festival in Hong Kong.

The venue, once a flower market, is packed with restaurants, cafes, bars, galleries and design studios.

The festival has been one of the former colony's highlights for more than 15 years.

This year, guest chefs will come from the United States, Germany, Italy, India, Vietnam and China.

Outside the eateries there will be live entertainment for the crowds which will pack the tiny streets.

Contact: Hong Kong Tourist Association on (09) 307 2580.