Characteristic Shops

Nowadays, Rua da Tercena is definitely the place to be for visiting some history-laden shops of the city. Locals and foreign tourists are always enchanted by the specialties offered by them. The notable ones are Hung Heng Coconut Store, Vo Cheong Long Kei Grocery and Si Heung Nuts.

Opened for business in 1869, Hung Heng Coconut Store is already over 140 years old by today. Many tourists have come from afar to taste its coconut ice-cream, the signature delicacy of the shop.

The Vo Cheong Long Kei Grocery is a three-generation family business specializing in sales of soy sauce, assorted seasonings and a collection of homemade preserved fruits of unique flavor.

Opened to business in 1962, Si Heung Nuts has a variety of peanuts and dried pumpkin seeds made with recipes handed down by the owner’s family. On top of that, he has created many new and pleasing flavors for his nut products.