Sukiyaki beef to roast suckling pig, a pro squash player’s go-to restaurants in Hong Kong, including one that’s ‘perfect for athletes’
- Hong Kong professional squash player Alex Lau reveals where he goes for protein-packed meals in Hong Kong, and where he ate his best ever breakfast overseas
- He’s wary of overdoing it, and likes a salad restaurant chain for its practical, fresh and healthy meals, and a ‘hidden gem’ Japanese place for sukiyaki beef
Alex Lau Tsz-kwan is Hong Kong’s number one ranked professional squash player, most recently winning a bronze medal with the men’s team at the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou. He spoke to Andrew Sun.
Chinese food is quite special to me as I was born and raised in Hong Kong. My family and I have tried countless restaurants.
To me, it is comfort food so I never get bored of it, but as a professional sports person I cannot overindulge. One day of overconsumption is fine but, for example, I don’t eat late-night snacks. During the festive period, I need to control my calories too.
I highly recommend Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine (2/F, Crowne Plaza Hong Kong, 8 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay. Tel: 2663 9919) for lunch or dinner. They offer an extensive selection of classics, and my all-time favourite is their roasted suckling pig with glutinous rice.
I also like Pickabowl (various shops including Shop 112, 1/F, D2 Place One, 9 Cheung Yee Street, Lai Chi Kok. Tel: 2590 9606), located throughout Hong Kong. I am often on the go, so a practical meal is essential for me to save time.
