Market Day

Following on from our success at Stanley Market yesterday, we ventured out with the Peets to three of the four most famous markets in Mong Kok. (The only one we missed was the Goldfish Market, but I think the children would have rioted if I had suggested we needed to walk through yet another market. You can see some photos of the Goldfish market here taken by my sister Lauren when she visited Hong Kong in October 2009.)

1. Flower Market

Bird Market

Ladies Market

After spending most of our money at The Ladies Market, we parted ways with Craig and Geoff, taking the children back to Shatin for tea and a play at Snoopy's World.

As to how Craig and Geoff spent their evening, they found a pub in Wanchai that broadcasted the third and deciding 2012 State of Origin. The men reported that the food and company were excellent, but the game's final score was not!

Stanley

Despite the long distance from our house, we spent a trully enjoyable day at Stanley. 

The Super Shopper Award goes to Geoff who surprised us all by finding the most bargains at the market.

After finally dragging Geoff away from the clothes shops, we rewarded the long-suffering children with a play at a beautiful secluded little beach.

Stanley playground

Chinese food for tea before the long bus ride back to Tai Po

Birthday

Sophie and Millie turned ten years old today. Happy birthday, gorgeous girls!

This was the first time I had ever tried a yoghurt cake. It was tasty, light, and great for a summer snack.

After the birthday cake we took advantage of the beautiful weather and met our Australian friends the Wise family at Tai Mei Tuk for a fun afternoon of bike-riding.

This blue sky is so rare for Hong Kong.

The twins' birthday dinner was enjoyed by all at Portofino Restaurant.