Hong Kong-based editorial and commercial photographer with a hospitality food and dining photography practice established in Macau; also environmental portraiture, architectural interior and industrial photography. Clients include Prestige, Tasting Kitchen, Heritage 1881 and Park'N Shop.
Best Food in Hong Kong (2026)
Hong Kong eats out more than almost any city on earth, and its restaurants live or die by how their food photographs — on delivery apps, social feeds, and review platforms. Food photography here spans cha chaan teng classics and dai pai dong wok hei through to fine-dining tasting menus, covering menu shoots, delivery-platform imagery, social content, and editorial features. Forbes Conrad is the directory's dedicated food specialist, also working across editorial and interiors, while Asmita Das Photography, Gaz Jones Photography, The Brand Photo, and Imagennix Commercial Imaging all list food among their commercial services. The craft is heavily styled: food stylists, prop tables, and careful light make the difference between an appetising hero shot and a sad plate. When choosing, look for experience with your cuisine type and service style, ask whether styling and props are included or separate, confirm how many dishes can realistically be shot per session, and clarify usage rights across menus, delivery platforms, and paid social.
Frequently asked questions
Should we shoot at our restaurant or in a studio?
Restaurant shoots capture atmosphere and real plating; studios offer controlled light and easier styling. Many photographers do both — choose based on whether you need environmental shots or pure menu imagery.
Is food styling included?
Not always. Some photographers style the food themselves; others work with dedicated food stylists billed separately. Clarify this in the quote, because styling transforms the results.
How many dishes can be photographed in a session?
It depends on styling complexity — simple menu shots move fast, elaborate styled scenes are slow. Share your dish count in advance so the photographer can plan a realistic schedule; timings are approximate.
What usage rights do we need?
At minimum, your menus, website, and social channels; delivery platforms and paid advertising may need broader licensing. Confirm the scope in writing.
How do we prepare for the shoot?
Finalise the dish list, brief the kitchen on hero plating, and schedule around service — most shoots happen between lunch and dinner. Fresh food waits for no one, so the shot list order matters.