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Hong Kong’s Hui Lau Shan launching in Philippines

By Aiko TanakaHong Kong
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Hong Kong dessert chain Hui Lau Shan will launch in the Philippines in February. The franchise, best known for its mango-based treats,will open at SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City with a range of desserts that are expected to draw on local fruits.

Mango desserts have proven popular in the region recently, with prominent social media coverage of long queues for mango floats.

Hui Lau Shan is a heritage brand originating from a herbal tea & tea trolley that traded in Hong Kong’s Yuen Long back in the 1960s.

Questions & Answers

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When is Hui Lau Shan planning to open its first store in the Philippines?

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The Hong Kong dessert chain Hui Lau Shan is scheduled to launch its first Philippine store in February. It will open at SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City, introducing its renowned mango-based treats to the local market.

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What is Hui Lau Shan best known for, and how might its menu be adapted for the Philippines?

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Hui Lau Shan is best known for its mango-based treats. The company's range of desserts for the Philippines is expected to draw on local fruits, potentially offering variations that incorporate popular regional produce.

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Where did the Hui Lau Shan brand originate and what was its initial offering?

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The heritage brand Hui Lau Shan originated in Hong Kong’s Yuen Long back in the 1960s. It began as a herbal tea and tea trolley business before evolving into the dessert chain known today.

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What local trend might contribute to Hui Lau Shan's success in the Philippines?

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Mango desserts have recently proven popular in the region, with significant social media coverage showing long queues for mango floats. This existing consumer interest could potentially contribute to Hui Lau Shan's success.

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