Presenter:Shazia Awan-Scully
'Brunch' is packed full of radio goodness. We've got human interest stories, social issues, wellness, the latest on what’s happening around Hong Kong, and plenty of your favourite music.
On Brunch today, Just after 10:30am, Cruz chats to Walter Tsui, co‑founder of CareER, an organisation supporting higher‑educated persons with disabilities through mentorship and inclusive employment, to explore why disability is a critical part of Hong Kong’s future talent landscape. After 11am, This week on Check in at 11, Alishiba Matloob speaks with Hong Kong–based entrepreneur and social impact leader Inès Gafsi about her work spanning women’s entrepreneurship, empowering girls through Inspiring Girls Hong Kong, and advancing preventive health technology with Blissmi Health.. Then after 11:30am, Cruz is joined in studio by Hiu Ching (Emily) from Helping Hand to talk about one of Hong Kong’s most joyful and remarkable community events: the Hong Kong Boccia Competition for the Elderly. Now the largest elderly Boccia tournament in the world, it brings together hundreds of players.
Presenter:Shazia Awan-Scully
On Brunch this Wednesday 13th May, we’re focusing on the people, language, and stories that make Hong Kong such a vibrant and fascinating city, the kind of morning where culture, conversation, and community all come together.
After 10, we explore the beauty and humour of Cantonese with our regular series from Radio 3’s Rachel Liu and Tanya Chou.
After 10.30, we’ll explore the rise of plant based French cuisine, sustainability in food, and how Hong Kong’s international energy continues to inspire chefs and dining culture across the city. We’ll be hearing from plant based French chef Tina Barrat.
At 11, Leanne Nicholls joins us in studio. As the Founder and Artistic Director of the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong. We’ll talk about the evolving arts scene, the power of live performance, and why classical music continues to find fresh energy in the city.
After 11:30, The Bright Side with Raphael Blet brings uplifting stories, positive energy, and a reminder that there's always something good happening in the city.