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Curry fishball toys a hit as Hong Kong nostalgia shines at Lunar New Year fair

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Connor MycroftFebruary 16, 2026 at 03:25 PM
Curry fishball toys a hit as Hong Kong nostalgia shines at Lunar New Year fair
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Hong Kong's Lunar New Year fair at Victoria Park saw locally-designed merchandise inspired by Hong Kong culture become bestsellers. Vendors, including first-time sellers and charities, attracted large crowds with their unique products. Lo Hey, a stall selling curry fishball plushies and other Hong Kong street food-themed toys, proved particularly popular, achieving daily sales estimated at HK$100,000. The stall's success highlights the appeal of Hong Kong nostalgia during the Lunar New Year celebrations. The fair provided a platform for vendors to showcase their creativity and capitalize on the festive atmosphere.

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Key Player Opposition Context
Choi 50% Polytechnic University 50% Victoria Park 60% Emily Tse 60% Lo Hey ×270% Lunar New Year Fair ×280% Hong Kong ×390%

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lunar new year fair 100% hong kong 90% curry fishball 80% plushies 70% street food 60% nostalgia 50% victoria park 40% daily sales 40%

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Positive
Score: 0.40

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South China Morning Post
Classification Confidence
90%
Geographic Perspective
Hong Kong

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