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Shenzhen’s Cultural Expo Features Hong Kong and Macau Sections, Blending Trendy Play with Intangible Cultural Heritage to Showcase “Bay Area Style”

At the 21st Shenzhen Cultural Expo, the Hong Kong and Macau exhibition area, featuring “trend” and “intangible cultural heritage” elements, attracted a large number of “fans” for photo sessions.

Hong Kong’s trendy culture is an endless story. Upon entering the Hong Kong pavilion at this year’s Shenzhen Cultural Expo, what catches the eye are the trendy IP toys that are “famous both at home and abroad” displayed in transparent showcases, including Molly, Labubu, and the Pixie Elves. A sign for “Hong Kong-style Cafe” along with mosaic walls in yellow and green hues makes one feel as if they are in a Hong Kong-style tea restaurant. Walls hung with jeans, innovative designs, and punk culture ornaments are perfectly matched. The curator explained that Hong Kong inherently possesses a stylish personality and a profound cultural heritage. With the changing times, Hong Kong creators continuously renew themselves and keep writing the story of trendy culture.

Macau has participated in the Shenzhen Cultural Expo for 20 consecutive years. This year, the Macau Creative Pavilion highlights Macau’s unique cultural heritage, intangible cultural heritage transmission, and cultural creativity. On stage, dancers joyfully

About: Hong Kong-style Cafe

Hong Kong-style cafes, also known as “Cha Chaan Teng,” originated in Hong Kong during the 1950s as a fusion of Eastern and Western culinary traditions, catering to locals by offering affordable Western-style dishes with a unique Cantonese twist. These cafes are renowned for their eclectic and fast-serving menu items, ranging from milk tea and coffee to rice and noodle dishes, along with Western-style toast and sandwiches. As a cultural institution, Cha Chaan Tengs not only serve as a hub for daily social interactions among Hong Kong residents but also embody the fusion of British and Chinese culinary cultures during and after the colonial era.

About: Macau Creative Pavilion

The Macau Creative Pavilion is a dedicated space highlighting the vibrant creative industries of Macau. Located within the larger context of diverse cultural and commercial exhibitions, this pavilion showcases the talents and innovative works of local artists, designers, and craftsmen. It serves as a platform for promoting Macau’s unique blend of cultural influences through various forms of artistic expression, thereby enhancing its visibility on both a local and international stage.

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