Easter in Hong Kong

This week's post is going to be very short on words. It's been a long week so I'll let the photos do the talking! Easter is usually very quiet in Hong Kong with people going on holiday for the long weekend. So we decided to take advantage of this exodus of people leaving Hong Kong and spent most of Easter at our favourite beaches. For once, we didn't have to fight for a good spot on the beach and were able to enjoy some peace and tranquility, hearing only the sounds of the gentle rolling waves instead of loud chatter of the locals (ok, maybe I am exaggerating just a little :).

A view of Big Wave Bay from the Lifeguard's lookout

How did I get myself into this mess??

OK it was funny for a while but I'm losing feeling in my legs now!

The Big Wave Bay beach cafe - great for American breakfasts, burgers and pizzas

Examining an injured (three legged) crab

Ryan looking for treasure at low tide - slim pickings unfortunately

Can I take these home?

Surfies bobbing around at Big Wave Bay trying to catch a few seconds of surf in the modest swell


Mmmm, anyone for some fresh mussels on the beach?


Another day another beach - this time at Shek O beach


Ryan's little excavation project - "I've struck water!!"


Searching for more sea treasures in a quiet cove at low tide


Looks like great beach weather - but the water is deceptively cold

I decided to try my hand at making Sarawak laksa for the first time, using my mother's recipe. While it didn't taste quite as good as the master chef's (ie. Mum), nonetheless, my three 'guinea pigs' were still very generous with their compliments!