A Taste of Hong Kong Tradition at 30,000 Feet by HK Express and Kwok Kam Kee (Title)
24 May 2026
HK Express partnered with iconic Cheung Chau heritage bakery Kwok Kam Kee to give away custom-made “Ping On” buns to customers onboard.
Hong Kong, 24 May 2026 – Today, HK Express Airways (HK Express) teamed up with Kwok Kam Kee, an iconic Cheung Chau heritage bakery, to delight customers on selected inbound flights with a truly local surprise - custom-made “Ping On” buns. Infused with the spirit of the annual Cheung Chau Bun Festival, the buns’ “Ping On” theme – peace, good health, and fortune – brought heartfelt blessings to customers as they boarded our flights. HK Express also delivered a special in-flight announcement introducing the Cheung Chua Bun Festival, turning the flight experience into a moment of cultural discovery and celebration, connecting customers from various countries with local HK tradition. In addition, HK Express and Kwok Kam Kee distributed limited-edition plush toy keychains featuring the “Ping On” bun, presenting intangible cultural heritage with an innovative twist.
A customer shared, “I was very happy to receive this surprise right at the start of our trip. Even in the air, I could really feel the energy of Hong Kong, and this HK Express flight has been a very special experience, full of Hong Kong flavour.”
HK Express cabin crew handed out custom-made “Ping On” buns to customers on selected flights.
HK Express and Kwok Kam Kee distributed the limited-edition keychains to customers. Each set features a plush toy with a “Ping On” imprint.
Customers were delighted by the “Ping On” bun and keychain gifts.
HK Express delivered a special in-flight announcement to introduce travellers to the traditional Cheung Chau Bun Festival and the “Ping On” bun.
