Mirror — A Reflection 2.0

I knew one day we no longer needed to be long-distance anymore — reflecting on the journey leading up to the Mirror world tour concerts in New York City and Toronto, it's clear that it was one heck of a ride filled with excitement, determination, and a real sense of belonging to the Hong Kong community. It all kicked off when Mirror dropped the bombshell that Toronto was on their Feel the Passion Concert Tour map — quite a surprise, I must say! Having been through the ticket frenzy for their Hong Kong concerts, I knew I needed a game plan to snag those tickets.

Current AffairsFête ChinoiseApril 19, 2024music, Music, hong kong, Hong Kong, concerts, CelebrityComment

Stay Curious: Bernice Liu's Lifelong Journey of Wine and Beyond

We were honoured to host Bernice Liu at our Toronto Signature Event on February 3rd, 2024. Bernice, a beloved Canadian actor, has captivated audiences not only through her on-screen performances but also through her remarkable journey as a winemaker and cultural ambassador. Having previously graced the pages of Edition 7 of Fête Chinoise, it was a pleasure to catch up with Bernice once again and delve into her diverse career and profound insights.

Personal StoriesFête ChinoiseMarch 1, 2024chinese canadian, actor, chineseactor, Actor, hong kong, Hong KongComment

Lost Love《流水落花》: A Heart-Warming Film starring Sammi Cheng and a First-time Feature Film for Director Ka Sing Fung

The movie looks into how a couple rediscovers the feeling of parenthood by fostering children aVer the painful loss of their own child. A married couple, Chan Tin Mei (Sammi) and Ho Bun (Alan), lost their three-year-old son to a congenital heart disease. S,ll in pain over the loss, Mei resists having another child. One day, Mei finds out that they can become a foster family. Her desolate heart finds sustenance from possibly regaining the feeling of being a mother.

Film & BooksFête ChinoiseMay 5, 2023film, hong kong film, hong kongComment

The 41st Hong Kong Film Awards Celebrates Talent and a High Quality Year

The stars were out on the red carpet at the Hong Kong Culture Centre on April 16th to celebrate the victorious year of Hong Kong Films and films in Asia that we just witnessed. In Canada and North America, there has been a noticeable surge in interest in Asian films which have placed them into official theatre box offices across the country. Throughout the last two decades, there have been films playing now and then at select theatres such as Cineplex, but it was a sparse trend and sometimes films were only shown at a specific single location such as in Markham, where there is a large Asian population.

Current Affairs, Film & Books, FilmFête ChinoiseApril 17, 2023Awards, hong kong, moviesComment

AARON KWOK DELIVERS SUPERSTAR PERFORMANCE ON OLG STAGE IN NIAGARA FALLS

After several years of physical distance between Canada and Hong Kong, Toronto fans and followers of Hong Kong pop culture were elated that a household name would be coming to the GTA. Aaron Kwok, known as one of the four iconic “heavenly kings” of canto pop and the one with the best dance moves, was scheduled for a single evening of his trademark sizzling performances last week at the newly renovated OLG stage at Fallsview Casino. The brand new, state-of-the-art theatre was packed full to its 5000 seat capacity on a Monday night, as loyal fans descended to the concert hall to cheer on Kwok who also happens to be the ambassador for this year’s “Hello, Hong Kong” campaign to reconnect the world with the city after years of lockdown during the pandemic.

Current AffairsFête ChinoiseMarch 30, 2023Aaron Kwok, concerts, music, chinese music, hong kong, celeComment

Where The Wind Blows Comes To North America, Tony Leung Wins Best Actor At The Asian Film Awards In Hong Kong

It has been a big week for many Asian actors around the world as awards season wraps up. The same weekend that Michelle Yeoh became the first Asian person to win the Best Actress Award at the Academy Awards, Ke Huy Quan winning Best Supporting Actor, and Everything Everywhere All at Once winning Best Picture, across the ocean, the Asian Film Awards took place in Hong Kong. Acting Legend Tony Leung was honoured with Best Actor for his portrayal of Nam Kong (one of the four great sergeants of the 1960s) in Director Philip Yung's Where the Wind Blows.

Mark Your Calendar, Film & Books, FilmFête ChinoiseMarch 15, 2023Movies, hong kong, tony leung, Aaron KwokComment

Hong Kong: City History Made Modern ‧ Part Two 「重」新遊歷 ‧ 東方之珠【貳】

In collaboration with the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto), and in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, we invite you into six historic sites in the Central and Sheung Wan districts to see how they have been preserved and transformed into modern day use for the benefit of the local community and visitors.

History & Architecture, Design DialogueDeborah Lau-YuAugust 29, 2022hong kong, city, photo, histo, archiComment

Hong Kong: City History Made Modern ‧ Part One 「重」新遊歷 ‧ 東方之珠【壹】

The Hong Kong skyline is one of the most spectacular views in the world, with millions of glittering windows and iconic light beams that illuminate the harbour at night. The view represents the home of over 7 million people and an international business hub that has overcome consecutive challenges in recent years, and still stands as one of the most fascinating world class metropolises.

History & Architecture, Design DialogueFête ChinoiseAugust 23, 2022hong kong, city, photo, histo, archiComment

A Year in the Life: Hong Kong 在獅子山下相遇上 Part Two

We asked a few of our favourite HK urban photographers to share some magical moments from the last twelve months. The city might have been a little quieter and the streets significantly emptier, but the sounds, the smells, the spirit and the beauty of this great place still bounce off every page. We thank them for sharing their art with us and encourage you to check out their individual pages to see more of the city we all adore…

Design DialogueFête ChinoiseJuly 15, 2022photography, street photography, hong kong, hong kong weekComment

A Year in the Life: Hong Kong 在獅子山下相遇上 Part One

We asked a few of our favourite HK urban photographers to share some magical moments from the last twelve months. The city might have been a little quieter and the streets significantly emptier, but the sounds, the smells, the spirit and the beauty of this great place still bounce off every page. We thank them for sharing their art with us and encourage you to check out their individual pages to see more of the city we all adore…

Design DialogueFête ChinoiseJuly 7, 2022photography, street photography, hong kong, hong kong weekComment

Part 4 of Marvel's Shang-Chi: Six Reasons to Love the Film (Even More)

Have you watched Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings yet? If not, what are you waiting for? Not only has it been the number one movie at box offices for two straight weekends, breaking records along its path and surpassing revenue expectations, it has also collected some of the highest praise and reviews! The audience approval is at an astounding 98% audience score and a 92% on the Tomatometer on Rotten Tomatoes.

Part 3 of Marvel's Shang-Chi: 陳法拉 Fala Chen's Courage, Performance, and Dazzling Transformation

How many of us can stop ourselves at the height of our careers or pursuits, and put the work into transforming ourselves? The introspective journey of self actualization may bring many of us to a point of realization and reflection, of self-awareness and authenticity. Then it requires action and change, the hard part. Fala Chen, a name that many American and Canadian-Chinese households have watched for over a decade via Hong Kong Television, is an inspiration for her dedication to her own journey and development as a person, as an artist.