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Their egg tarts gained fame when Chris Patten, the last Governor of Hong Kong, called them "the best Egg Tarts in the world". [16] It later received intense media attention [ 17 ] when it closed in May 2005, citing increasing rent, [ 18 ] [ 19 ] reaching HK$80,000 per month. [ 20 ]
Christopher Francis Patten, Baron Patten of Barnes, KG, CH, PC (Chinese: 彭定康; [3] born 12 May 1944), is a British politician who was the Chairman of the Conservative Party from 1990 to 1992, and the 28th and last Governor of Hong Kong from 1992 to 1997.
This variation is a Portuguese tart (葡撻; poùh tāat). [8] [9] In 1999, Wong sold the recipe to KFC, which then introduced the Macau-style pastel de nata to other parts of Asia, including Singapore and Taiwan. [3] [10] In contrast to the Hong Kong–style egg tart, the Macau-style egg tart features a caramelized browned top. [8]
Chris Patten Governor (1992–1997) ... egg tarts, and mango pudding. Local versions of Western food were served at cha chaan teng (Hong Kong-style cafes).
Historically, the governors of Hong Kong were either professional diplomats or senior colonial officials, except for the last governor, Chris Patten, who was a career politician. In December 1996, the governor's salary was HK$3,036,000 per annum, tax-free. It was fixed at 125% of the chief secretary's salary. [1]
East and West (subtitled "China, Power, and the Future of Asia") is a 1998 book by the British politician Chris Patten about his experiences as the last Governor of Hong Kong. In this book, he attempts to provide insights into the last years of British colonial rule in Hong Kong, and defends his decision of introducing the controversial ...
The Pop-Tarts Bowl mascot was birthed from a huge toaster* that was brought onto the field at Camping World Stadium ahead of the game between Kansas State and North Carolina State. *Untoasted Pop ...
Lady Lavender Patten (b. 19 September 1944) is the wife of Chris Patten. From 1992 to 1997 she was the final British ‘First Lady’ of Hong Kong. [ 1 ] During her time in Hong Kong, she patronized 67 charities and organizations. [ 3 ]