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TKO Gateway to host a Scent and Taste Lab

By Maria Santos
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Link’s TKO Gateway will host a Scent and Taste Laboratory, showcasing around 30 food scents from June 22 to July 21.

The HK Foodie Zone – designed by local designer Jacqueline Chak, winner of the DFA Hong Kong Young Design Talent Award, presents signature local delicacies, including pineapple buns, mini egg puffs and curry fish balls, using scented candles and aroma essence oils.

The lab creates and exhibits food scents across five different themes – Hong Kong Delicacies, Fresh Fruits and Spices, International Cuisine, Signature Beverages and Sweetie Desserts. An Aroma Bazaar and two redemption programmes for portable aroma diffusers and food lane cash coupons will also be held during the campaign period.

In addition to offering these olfactory experiences, the Scent and Taste Laboratory includes 2D cartoon-like decorations and furnishings to present an Insta-worthy spot for customers.

Questions & Answers

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What is the purpose of the Scent and Taste Laboratory?

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The Scent and Taste Laboratory aims to show around 30 food scents, offering olfactory experiences related to various delicacies. It also features 2D cartoon decorations to create an 'Insta-worthy' spot for visitors.

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Who designed the HK Foodie Zone?

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The HK Foodie Zone was designed by local designer Jacqueline Chak, who previously won the DFA Hong Kong Young Design Talent Award. She created the zone using scented candles and aroma essence oils.

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What other activities will take place during the campaign?

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An Aroma Bazaar will be held alongside the laboratory. There will also be two redemption programmes offered for portable aroma diffusers and food lane cash coupons during the campaign period.

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