Mong Kok District

Mong Kok District - "busy corner" in Cantonese. One of the most densely populated places on Earth.

Mong Kok District – “busy corner” in Cantonese. One of the most densely populated places on Earth.

The bustling Hong Kong district of Mong Kok – which means “busy corner” in Cantonese, is one of the most densely populated places on Earth!

Mong Kok District - "busy corner" in Cantonese. One of the most densely populated places on Earth.

Mong Kok District – “busy corner” in Cantonese. One of the most densely populated places on Earth.

I learned that street food has always been a part of daily life there,  many people eat all three meals on the go.

Mong Kok District - "busy corner" in Cantonese. One of the most densely populated places on Earth.

Mong Kok District – “busy corner” in Cantonese. One of the most densely populated places on Earth.

apartments and kitchens are so tiny (the average family of four lives in a 500 sq. ft. apartment) that Hong Kongers prefer to eat out as much as they can.

...Hong Kong Dollars have a great exchange rate. One US dollar is equal to about 8 HKD.

…Hong Kong Dollars have a great exchange rate. One US dollar is equal to about 8 HKD.

Needless to say, I took advantage of every opportunity to enjoy the cuisine 🙂