What does the word ‘Hong Kong’ evoke for you?

Fred Scholle: One of the greatest cities in the world.
Kelvin Yang: Diversity, efficiency, glamour.

Your first memory of Hong Kong?

FS: Water rationing – in 1964!
KY: A city full of life.

Where do you feel most at home?

FS: My home on the south side of Hong Kong Island.
KY: The gallery.

What is the mark of a true ‘Hongkonger’?

FS: A true Hongkonger works hard and loves good food.
KY: Indeed, it’s someone who enjoys good food.

Which famous figure best embodies Hong Kong?

FS: Jackie Chan.
KY: The late actor Leslie Cheung.

Your favorite place for breakfast?

FS: Home.
KY: NOC coffee shop.

Where are the best boutiques?

FS: Central.
KY: In Sheung Wan and on Hollywood Road.

Guests at your dream dinner party in in Hong Kong?

FS: A select list of young talented Hong Kong artists.
KY: Actress Gong Li.

Which artwork best represents Hong Kong?

FS: There are too many to pick just one.
KY: A Day of Two Suns (2019) by Lam Tung Pang.

What is the craziest thing you have ever heard or seen on the streets of Hong Kong?

FS: A pink Rolls-Royce with a pink-dyed poodle inside and the driver in a pink uniform. Only in Hong Kong.
KY: A million people on the street at once.

What can you only do in Hong Kong?

FS: Walk safely on any street at any time of the day.
KY: Within an hour, you can travel from city life to the most scenic hiking trail (walk up to the Peak from Central); or take the Star Ferry from Central and arrive in Kowloon within 5 minutes and see the most beautiful skyline in the world.

What do you miss most about Hong Kong when you are away?

FS: My dogs and great food.
KY: BBQ goose.

Your best advice for those just visiting?

FS: Do the Violet Hill trail across Hong Kong Island; visit the old shops in Sheung Wan; take the Star Ferry ride across the harbor; take the old tram ride on Hong Kong Island; and visit the Peak on a clear evening for the incredible view. And combine that with eating the best Chinese food of all types. Hong Kong has great diversity. It is so much more than a packed city with high-rises.
KY: Get your stomach empty and get ready to devour!