Organised by the Alumni Culture and Heritage Tours Club, the Alumni Foodie Club, and the Alumni Photography and Films Club, “Past Meets Plate: Walled City and Chiu Chow Culture Journey” marked the first event of “PolyU Alumni Week”. The outing brought together 90 alumni, family members, and friends in Kowloon City to explore the district’s rich history, distinctive culture, and culinary traditions.
During the tour, participants learned about the history of the former Kowloon Walled City and experienced the community’s character and transformation through visits to Stone Houses Family Garden, Hau Wong Temple, and other landmarks. The group also visited the “Kowloon Walled City: A Cinematic Journey” Movie Set Exhibition, where they viewed meticulously recreated scenes up close and revisited iconic moments from Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In.
The journey concluded with a traditional Chiu Chow lunch at the time-honoured Lok Hau Fook Restaurant. The restaurant’s third-generation successor shared its history and interesting anecdotes about its role as a filming location for various movies. Amid laughter and lively conversation, participants savoured authentic Chiu Chow delicacies while exchanging updates and stories, setting the stage for a vibrant start to Alumni Week.
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