Chef Martin Yan Leads Epicurean Adventure inHong Kong

Shop and Cook with PBS Master Chef, Wine and Dine, Sightsee and Shop Asia`s
Culinary Capital, Oct. 26-Nov.1; Five Nights at Deluxe Kowloon Shangri-La Hotel
LOS ANGELES--(Business Wire)--
Yan Can Cook, but can you? You certainly will after this trip, a
seven-day/five-night (Oct. 26-Nov. 1) Hong Kong adventure with one of PBS` most
popular chefs, Martin Yan of "Yan Can Cook." Not only that, you`ll learn a lot
more about fine wines while sipping your way through the itinerary, beginning
with a cooking workshop and wine pairing at the renowned Chinese Cuisine
Training Institute.

On arriving in Hong Kong on Oct. 27, guests will settle into the luxurious
Kowloon Shangri-La, with breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour. An afternoon
open-air bus tour is included, to familiarize guests with Asia`s most exciting
city. The rest of the day is free, and one sure way to overcome travel fatigue
is the optional afternoon tea in the plush ambiance of the legendary Peninsula
Hotel.

"Love of good food is as iconic to Hong Kong as its skyline, Victoria Peak or
respect for feng shui and traditional culture - in other words, the joy of good
eating is integral to the way Hong Kong lives, moves and has its being," said
Lillibeth Bishop, publicity and promotions manager, Hong Kong Tourism Board.
"Martin Yan is imbued with this enthusiasm for the culinary culture of Hong Kong
and this collaborative package has been prepared with the same loving care Chef
Yan lavishes on each dish, from market to tableside. And since this is all about
the authentic Hong Kong culinary experience, wine lovers will appreciate the
package, too - and have an extra incentive to book now that everyone can
purchase vintage wines in Hong Kong duty free."

Oct. 28 - Martin Yan himself will guide a tour of a local market to find the
freshest ingredients, to be prepared in the hands-on lesson at the Chinese
Cuisine Training Institute (CCTI). The CCTI features a training restaurant where
students are taught the deep-rooted traditions of the Chinese culinary arts
encompassing the specialties of eight provincial cuisines. In the afternoon,
Hollywood Road will unfold its heralded antique and curio shops, followed by a
visit to Man Mo Temple, built in 1848 during the early years of British rule in
Hong Kong and one of its oldest, best-known temples. The day is aptly topped off
by a sumptuous seafood dinner in Sai Kung on the coast, with its rustic rolling
hills, historic villages and white sand beaches.

Oct. 29 - Martin Yan will join guests on a tour of Lantau Island, a lush
paradise with the world`s largest outdoor seated Buddha statue. A vegetarian
lunch will be served, designed by Chef Yan and prepared by the monks at Po Lin
Monastery. A post-lunch ride on the Ngong Ping Cable Car suspends guests between
the cerulean sky and the serene vista hundreds of feet below. Following an
afternoon tea demonstration and appreciation class in the health benefits of
Chinese tea, guests will be free to explore Hong Kong`s fabled charms on their
own.

Oct. 30 - The day starts with a 360-degree panoramic view of Hong Kong at
Victoria`s Peak, reached via one of the world`s oldest funicular railways,
followed by a dim sum lunch. Then it`s off to Stanley Market, a "must-visit" for
fabulous souvenir shopping. End the day by joining revelers at the Hong Kong
Tourism Board-sponsored Wine and Dine Festival at West Kowloon Promenade, best
vantage point for the spectacular Victoria Harbour and the nightly Symphony of
Lights. This panoramic vision of laser beams, colored lights and searchlights on
Hong Kong`s skyscrapers has been named the "World`s Largest Permanent Light and
Sound Show" by Guinness World Records.

Oct. 31 - On the last day, guests will explore the sights, shop and enjoy
themselves at their leisure. A farewell dinner will be hosted at the Crown Wine
Cellars, whose extensive wine facilities boast six underground cellars as well
as a private members` clubhouse. In addition, the Crown Wine Cellars recently
introduced state-of-the-art computer-controlled equipment to create optimum
conditions in an ideal cellar environment for the aging and sustaining of
vintage wines. Its unusual history makes being there even more exceptional.
Originally an ammunition and weapons storage depot for the British Military, it
was declared a UNESCO Asia Pacific Heritage Site in 2007.

In addition to these exceptional experiences, this wonderfully balanced
itinerary leaves plenty of time to forge one`s own memories of Hong Kong`s
sights and thrills.

Tour cost is $2,860 per person double occupancy, based on departure from Los
Angeles or San Francisco. This includes fuel surcharge, security surcharges and
international departure tax. The first 50 guests will receive an autographed
copy of Martin Yan`s Asia cookbook, a signature gourmet knife, a set of Chef Yan
chopsticks (four pairs) and a special gift from Samsonite.

For more information and to book this tour, contact AsiaLuxe Holidays,
www.asialuxeholidays.com or 1-888-742-3445. You may also contact the Hong Kong
Tourism Board at (323) 938-4582, www.discoverhongkong.com/usa.

Hong Kong Tourism Board
Diana Budiman, 212-421-3382 Ext. 231
diana.budiman@hktb.com
or
Judy Lee, 212-402-1624
judyl@spring-brien.com

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