Speech by SCST at opening ceremony of Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival 2026 (English only)
Following is the speech by the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, at the opening ceremony of the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival 2026 today (October 29): Dr Peter Lam, Chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board, Mr Fabien Robert, Deputy Mayor of Bordeaux, Mr Philippe Tapie, President of the Bordeaux Wine Council, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, Good evening. Some say, "There's no place like home." Standing here at the Central Harbourfront tonight, looking out across our iconic skyline, it is impossible to disagree. To see our harbour light up, - bringing together fine wines from old and new worlds, extraordinary delicacies and international celebrity chefs under the theme "Taste the World's Best" - reminds everyone why Hong Kong is so special, and why our status as culinary capital is second to none. If you look around this venue tonight, you will see a miniature map of global gastronomy. From the prestigious selections at the Grand Wine Pavilion to the exceptional creations of our luxury hotel partners along the Hotel Boulevard, and the star-studded chef line-up in the tasting room, tonight is a celebration of culinary excellence at its finest. Th
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