An enjoyable picnic doesn't have to be expensive. Here are four scenic spots where you can enjoy tasty snacks with a friend for under HK$100.
West Kowloon Cultural District has great views of the harbour. Lunch with a view
The rooftop of IFC is perfect for an elegant summer picnic. Along with your food, you'll get to enjoy a beautiful view overlooking the harbour, and escape the crowded streets of Central.
City'super and Starbucks are both in the building, so you won't have to go far for some delicious treats for under HK$100.
Where: IFC rooftop, 4th floor
Getting there: Hong Kong Station, exit F. Reach the roof via the escalators in the IFC Mall, and grab one of the outdoor tables.
We ate: Emmental cheese (HK$19.80), Carr's Table Water Crackers (HK$12.50, on offer), Arizona Iced Lemon Tea (HK$16) and Arizona Raspberry Iced Tea (HK$16), all from City'super IFC. Two chocolate doughnuts (HK$32) from Starbucks IFC.
Cost: HK$96.30
Tranquil tea-break
Just a 10-minute walk from Kowloon Station MTR, you'll find the West Kowloon Cultural District. The area is calm and relaxing, surrounded by green trees for you to enjoy your picnic with nature.
Where: Western Kowloon Cultural District
Getting there: Take exit D out of Kowloon Station, onto Nga Cheung Road and walk 10 minutes to the waterfront.
We ate: Tao Ti honey green tea (HK$20.80 for 3), egg, crab and cucumber Hosomaki combo (HK$25.60 for two) and crab sushi wrapped in egg Hosomaki combo (HK$14.80), all from ThreeSixty in Elements. Swiss rolls (two for HK$28) from Maxim's at Kowloon Station MTR.