New In Town
New in Town series is dedicated to new business startups in Hong Kong. Here we will feature inspiring and smart ladies starting their business adventures. Read it to get inspired, learn about new goods and services, or simply because you are curious what is happening out there.
INTERVIEW WITH NEVI CENTINER
OWNER OF THE MEDITERRANEAN TAKEAWAY RESTAURANT TAVA HONG KONG
Ever dreamt of opening up your own little coffee shop, bar, or maybe even a restaurant? Are you wondering how people get into F& B business? What are the joys what are the struggles?
Well, a restaurant owner today, Nevi was never interested in this business, but destiny had its own plans. Nevi has been working in aviation for over 17 years when an investment opportunity came her way and she became a silent partner in the restaurant. Getting more and more involved day by day, she realized – F&B is her passion and she never looked back! Want to learn some insightful secrets to success in the restaurant business? Or maybe learn what it takes to build an operating restaurant from scratch? Read Nevi’s her journey, discover her philosophy and get inspired!
ALISON PRICE
URBAN JUNGLE JEWELLERY
Welcome Alison Price from Urban Jungle Jewellery
Alison loves to make jewellery which holds a special meaning and through her business to help others.
Some people are unstoppable, and I am sure Alison Price is one of them. Alison realised that there is a gap in the market for affordable custom-made jewellery and decided to turn her little vision into a reality. Now Alison is one busy - bee, Urban Jungle Jewellery is her hobby, so she works on it out of office hours, day and night! So no wonder that sometimes it gets tough, and when it happens she turns to customers messages to get energy and inspiration to keep going and creating! Curious?! Want to learn more?
LYNN PROVOST
Welcome Lynn Provost from The Spirit Haüs
Lynn brings to Hong Kong special items which start conversations.
Lynn has travelled the world before coming to Hong Kong almost a year back. Here she felt is a right place to turn her passion for exploring into a business and started The Spirit Haüs. It is an online store that brings interesting and affordable items from all over the world. Lynn's uplifting journey has been full of interesting people, designs and discoveries. Want to learn more?
CATHERINE T
PÜRA VÏDA
Welcome Catherine T from PÜRA VÏDA Overnight Oats.
Catherine and her partner moved to Hong Kong to start a new adventure. But little did she know that her passion for healthy lifestyle and eating will be taken to the next level here! Missing a great snack option, she launched PÜRA VÏDA in January 2017! The brand offers on-the-go, delicious and convenient Overnight Oats for breakfast, pre and post workout for all health conscious individuals in the bustling metropolitan.
Hungry? Check here for where you can get PÜRA VÏDA overnight oats!
Curious? PÜRA VÏDA Overnight Oats is reviewed by Eating Behaviour & Habit Change Coach Tatiana Kuvardina.
CHERIE WONG
Welcome Cherie Wong with her Bloonah! baby goods.
"Look Mummy! Bloonah, high in the sky!” So exclaimed my 2 year old at the sight of a balloon drifting across the sky.
Bloonah! was founded by Cherie Wong, mother of 2, interior designer by day, and hand crafter of little packages of beauty by night. Her keen eye for patterns and colours and strong design ethic means each individual Bloonah! hamper is visually charming whilst being meticulously put together. These gorgeous hampers are perfect for baby showers and as welcoming gifts for newborns.
Currently gift hampers are available at the Melomist Spa in central! Or you can always shop at https://www.bloonah.com.
INTERVIEW WITH NEVI CENTINER
OWNER OF THE MEDITERRANEAN TAKEAWAY RESTAURANT TAVA HONG KONG
Ever dreamt of opening up your own little coffee shop, bar, or maybe even a restaurant? Are you wondering how people get into F& B business? What are the joys what are the struggles?
Well, a restaurant owner today, Nevi was never interested in this business, but destiny had its own plans. Nevi has been working in aviation for over 17 years when an investment opportunity came her way and she became a silent partner in the restaurant. Getting more and more involved day by day, she realized – F&B is her passion and she never looked back! Want to learn some insightful secrets to success in the restaurant business? Or maybe learn what it takes to build an operating restaurant from scratch? Read Nevi’s her journey, discover her philosophy and get inspired!
INTERVIEW WITH ALISON PRICE
FOUNDER OF URBAN JUNGLE JEWELLERY
Welcome Alison Price from Urban Jungle Jewellery
Alison loves to make jewellery which holds a special meaning and through her business to help others.
Some people are unstoppable, and I am sure Alison Price is one of them. Alison realised that there is a gap in the market for affordable custom-made jewellery and decided to turn her little vision into a reality. Now Alison is one busy - bee, Urban Jungle Jewellery is her hobby, so she works on it out of office hours, day and night! So no wonder that sometimes it gets tough, and when it happens she turns to customers messages to get energy and inspiration to keep going and creating! Curious?! Want to learn more?
INTERVIEW WITH LYNN PROVOST
Welcome Lynn Provost from The Spirit Haüs
Lynn brings to Hong Kong special items which start conversations.
Lynn has travelled the world before coming to Hong Kong almost a year back. Here she felt is a right place to turn her passion for exploring into a business and started The Spirit Haüs. It is an online store that brings interesting and affordable items from all over the world. Lynn's uplifting journey has been full of interesting people, designs and discoveries. Want to learn more?
INTERVIEW WITH CATHERINE T
Welcome Catherine T from PÜRA VÏDA Overnight Oats.
Catherine and her partner moved to Hong Kong to start a new adventure. But little did she know that her passion for healthy lifestyle and eating will be taken to the next level here! Missing a great snack option, she launched PÜRA VÏDA in January 2017! The brand offers on-the-go, delicious and convenient Overnight Oats for breakfast, pre and post workout for all health conscious individuals in the bustling metropolitan.
Hungry? Check here for where you can get PÜRA VÏDA overnight oats!
Curious? PÜRA VÏDA Overnight Oats is reviewed by Eating Behaviour & Habit Change Coach Tatiana Kuvardina.
CHERIE WONG
Welcome Cherie Wong with her Bloonah! baby goods.
"Look Mummy! Bloonah, high in the sky!” So exclaimed my 2 year old at the sight of a balloon drifting across the sky.
Bloonah! was founded by Cherie Wong, mother of 2, interior designer by day, and hand crafter of little packages of beauty by night. Her keen eye for patterns and colours and strong design ethic means each individual Bloonah! hamper is visually charming whilst being meticulously put together. These gorgeous hampers are perfect for baby showers and as welcoming gifts for newborns.
Currently gift hampers are available at the Melomist Spa in central! Or you can always shop at https://www.bloonah.com.
INTERVIEW WITH KRISTINA PAKHOMOVA
“I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a human being can share with another the sense of what it is to be a human being.” Oscar Wilde famously said.
This one’s for you, theatre-lovers. An exceptional new project is soon to take Hong Kong’s Art and Culture scene to all-new heights. Be prepared to laugh, to cry, to hurt, to heal, as Kristina takes to the stage. Here, she shares her story – her struggles, her successes and her desire to make the beauty of theatre accessible to all. Curious to know more? Read on.
INTERVIEW WITH ZIGGY
INSTAGRAM INFLUENCER & BUSINESS OWNER OF
ZIG FITMAMA
Have you ever wondered how businesses are born naturally? Or maybe you are looking for some inspiration as a young mother and /or entrepreneur?
Then read this honest and energetic interview with Zig FitMama, influencer, and business owner, who confessed: “ I didn’t realize that I had a business until people started asking for more.” Intrigued? Want to learn more?
