hong kong vlog | coffee, cake and camera shopping (and q&a!)

this week we were on a hunt for a 'new' camera, did a lot of cafe hopping and finished off with a Q&A from instagram!
0:00 pilates, tea cafe, new nails
2:18 shopping for a secondhand camera in mong kok, hong kong homeware shop and 90'slazy cafe
6:42 sham shui po, fonji cafe
11:12 pov: too far east, elixir cafe
13:04 coffee and a q&a
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[@machoire__]

Victor’s shots are so fun! Sam’s are so delicate and intentional. Love it!

[@SamandVictor]

Oh you mean the pov ones? I did a coffee pov reel on ig and Sam wanted to try it for the vlog too! 😅❤

[@unikreations2258]

Always enjoy your vlogs. Your Q&A was great. I feel I got to know you both more intimately this way. Each time I watch your vlog, I feel like I’m going on a local trip with friends even though I’m all the way out in New York City. Thanks again for your beautifully curated vlogs.

[@SamandVictor]

Thanks for tuning in! Hope we weren’t awkward 😂❤

[@numberonemobfan]

not at all! it’s refreshing to see you guys be your selves *heart hands emoji*

[@LunaSylph]

Absolutely love your vlogs of life in Hong Kong 🇭🇰 Please don’t ever stop creating & sharing them. 🪷

[@SamandVictor]

Will try my best 🙇🏻‍♀️

[@MrMymatney]

I loved everything on your videos, the music selection, your lifestyles, & most of all the q&a. It reflects who you really are… no pretentious. Travel is one thing but your everyday lifestyle in HK is good enough for me. Can’t wait for the next one….thanks 😊

[@egmilkshake5310]

cant agree MORE!

[@dellyb615]

I really enjoyed your Q&A, it’s so amazing to watch your channel grow🫶🏽

[@annasee2886]

You guys are such wonderful ambassadors for HK ❤

[@debbieluwho]

Loved the Q&A at the end! You guys seem so personable and down to earth. Really enjoy all your videos.

[@ConstanceChelia]

I’m watching you from Paris. And I am always so excited to watch your vlog! I want to see you to all destinations!!😂 you two are very inspiring… it makes me want to do some travel videos ❤❤❤ thank you!

[@SamandVictor]

Thank you so much!! We miss Paris ❤

[@KimLechelle]

You guys are great! I am so happy I found you watching your Japan vlogs.

[@blythegirl4348]

Loved the video! Thank you guys so much! You are both so sweet!

[@mikeeong27]

You guys are such an inspo! Love the content. Keep 'em coming! 🎉

[@sandoslife]

Your videos makes me want to visit Hong Kong too! Loos so fun and I love the retro vintage vibes.

[@SamandVictor]

yes there's a lot of new vintage style cafes now! we haven't even been to all of them yet :S

[@ianna_chia]

my bf and i were in HK for 5 days, and we got a lot of inspiration from your 4 days in HK video, so glad we stumbled upon your channel ❤️ love the content and love you guys!

[@heyitsemma433]

This was such a great video, I love the barber POV and the AMA!

[@SamandVictor]

Yay!! 🎉

[@davyp1532]

Coffee,cake,cameras and Hong Kong sounds like heaven to me. Thanks 🙏

[@SamandVictor]

Same 😂

[@winniexn]

Love this and the q&a. I still use the XT2 and will look to upgrade at some point, the silver option is so nice! 😍

[@nikitaylor8623]

Thank you guys for your personalities, found you a few weeks ago, enjoying your video/vlog style a lot! Best wishes from a Russian couple living in NYC area.

[@ExpatNatt]

Coming to HK in October for a few days, your vlogs make me so excited! ❤

[@alisonnichola88]

Love your vlog and your Q&A ❤

[@maxgayle-summersett6441]

Loved the Q and A!! 💕

[@SamandVictor]

Thanks for tuning in 🎉

[@dorothyagbay8784]

I’m a new subscriber here! And your vlogs are sooo therapeutic! It’s very relaxing to watch 💕 I wanna visit HK after watching all of it. Sending love from Chicago 🫶🏼

[@mrsmalfoy8148]

My life will be complete when Sam and Vis does a UK vlog 🥹

[@egmilkshake5310]

love the Q&A sessions! and more more more videos pls! sometimes i gotta wait really long for that one video hahah

[@Sj-md4xq]

做咖啡那段的镜头超赞👏☕️

[@lizawithaz9524]

Looking forward to hitting Hong Kong later this year. Your vlogs make me wanna go NOW!!

[@happynpink]

love your vlogs! ❤

[@meggiegreen6415]

Aww ! Such a nice vlog. Thank you ❤

[@shal6511]

I love watching your blogs as you guys are so easy and natural at it …my question 1) how do you guys sleep with so much coffee…2) do you guys feel passion diminish doing so much together ?

[@theehappysunflower]

Laughing so hard at Vic waiting to unpack, my partner does the same thing & I always jokingly ask where he's traveling to without me 😂 Loved the sit-down Q&A! xx

[@genetung8590]

Really look forward to watching your content!

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

Another excellent upload. Thank you so much for your hard work and dedication towards these inspiring, informative and relaxing videos.🤩💯💯

[@sunmoonmom657]

binge watching your vlogs 😊excited to visit Hk!

[@ylvisfan390]

You two inspired me to book macau for 1 week. I even booked caravel hotel because of your artsy video

[@SamandVictor]

Oh no way! Hope your room didn’t flood after a shower like ours 😅

[@ylvisfan390]

Hehe hope not. Its for the upcoming December....😅

[@arlenedavid1463]

Im enjoying watching your vlog...❤❤❤

[@Youmeandyume]

I subscribed for your travel vlogs but I’m also really enjoying these day in your life vlogs too! You are really talented

[@SamandVictor]

Glad you like them! 🙌🏻

[@KahnJi]

You guys are my comfort space ❤

[@SamandVictor]

🥹🥹🥹

[@LisyRuiz]

y’all are sweeties ❤

[@ShoppingEmail-iy6en]

you guys have my dream life. your channel has singlehandedly turned moving to hk and working a creative job from a long-shot dream of mine to something that could actually become a reality if i decide to pursue it.

[@checkplease4532]

Luv the Vic vlog

[@marioaraujo9385]

So glad to listen brasilian music in the begining. Congrats, guys.

[@dawnsvlog]

The vlog is obviously so much fun. But the editing is just smooth, love it so much. Easy on the eyes and ears. Best editing on ytube

[@SamandVictor]

Thank you so much!!

[@la.chloee]

I really love your vlog 😭

[@SamandVictor]

Awwwww thanks !!!!

[@Lifelogsbysteph]

i love love your nails!!! p.s also love the simple editing style of your vlogs :)

[@kelseytheresa]

Loved the Q&A

[@SamandVictor]

Thank you!

[@OlaBelinda]

Thx for sharing these lovely places! Visiting Hk soon, Hak Dei is on my bucket list now yeah😆

[@eupsychics8167]

man the shots lately are top tier

[@bookoffholicbookwart5945]

Stumbled across your channel a few days ago but absolutely loving your content

[@SamandVictor]

Welcome aboard! 🎉 hope you enjoyed the q&a at the end 😊

[@bookoffholicbookwart5945]

@@SamandVictor absolutely did

[@wcarn]

Thank you for you beautiful videos! My wife are finally returning to HK for the first time since COVID. We're fellow Torontonians. So many great coffee spots on my list now!

[@SamandVictor]

Oh you’re gonna have a great time! My friend from Toronto just came back too and it’s her first time traveling since Covid

[@jtuck682]

Loved the question and answer! I think it's great that you two have a common interest that allows you to work together. You two are likely already busy enough but,you might reconsider the fashion angle because your wife has a unique look that I think would suit merchandising.😊

[@mayandsharon]

love your Q and A

[@SamandVictor]

We’re happy to hear!!

[@yeseniapabon2568]

I watch you guys from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 I Love your content❤

[@janejylau]

So lovely seeing your life now in Hong Kong! I was so shocked bumping into Victor years ago, I think my scream shocked you, so you had ignored me😆Looking forward to more HK content, it has such a lovely warm feeling especially for someone who has been away from this vibrant city for so long!

[@SamandVictor]

lolol say hi next time we bump into each other!

[@plushphotography]

Music selection always on point.

[@SamandVictor]

Thank you!

[@alana_reina]

This meet cute story between Victor and Louis is sooo cute 😭😅

[@yuhana_v]

Love watching your vlogs. I've been following you sinds this week🙈 looking forward to your next. Hello from Holland 🙏🥰

[@SamandVictor]

Yay! Thank you! Never been to holland !

[@yuhana_v]

@@SamandVictor you should 🥰

[@ckylatan]

always get so excited whenever you guys post!❤ hi sam & vic, i’ll be solo travelling to hk soon, where do you recommend to stay i cant decided between causeway bay & tsim sha tsui! in terms of safety, budget and the closer attractions, cafes etc

[@SamandVictor]

Ah that’s a tough decision! In that case I would pin all the places you wanna go first and see if most of your itinerary falls on the Kowloon or island side. But tbh cwb and tst are just a 25 minute mtr ride from each other so it’s very convenient. Both are safe and convenient

[@KittyPistachio]

Y’all really living my dream life. Any budget friendly shopping recommendation in HK?

[@streamonthegroundandgone]

Always great content

[@SamandVictor]

Thank u 🫶🏼

[@Peerapolzz]

Hey victor! I recommend you getting the xf35 f1.4 for your xt4. Magical lens!

[@SamandVictor]

I used to have it for my x-t1! ❤

[@TimToishi]

Great vlog Sam & Victor! Need to check out Sham Shui Po next time I visit HK 😀

[@SamandVictor]

Glad you also got the taxi light finally!

[@TimToishi]

@@SamandVictor It took a while, but it arrived safely. Thank you again! 🙏🏻

[@aslikargi4605]

love u guys hope i can pop into u wen im in HK in November have nice day

[@SamandVictor]

That’s a great time to visit weather wise!

[@Vampluna]

Love all the cafe aesthetics! ❤ I’m excited to be going HKG in mid-Oct; catching up with your vlogs! Will the weather still be hot and humid then? I’m hoping it’s cozy cardi-hot-latte weather already! 😂

[@SamandVictor]

Yeah it’s usually warm until December and then it suddenly drops- we don’t have an autumn here unfortunately!

[@Vampluna]

Ohhh that is good to know! Thank you for your reply 😊

[@Tc38918]

Me and my fiancé will be visiting Hong Kong soon bc we just won a ticket from Cathay Pacific. Thanks for your videos which gave me ideas for things to do/ places to visit besides those dairy companies.

[@SamandVictor]

Whoaaa congrats you’re so lucky to have won! I wish I could win some tickets too but they aren’t giving a lot out for outbound 😕

[@juliaiu5693]

So nice to get to know you more! Can you guys do a apartment tour?

[@karenynyc2111]

😅😅 I feel like bc I grew up in nyc.. everywhere we go (work, hanging out, friends, shopping etc) is btw 30mins to 1hr… our trains also runs 24/7.. so 1hr travel is not awful 🤭😹😹

[@SamandVictor]

Where are you guys watching from? 🌏

[@tsneei]

MALAYSIA 🇲🇾

[@katerynagoncharenko1934]

Hey guys 🤗 Can you please advise me about the weather in the beginning of September? Is it okay to travel to HK? Or it’s too much rain with typhoons Thank you for your inspiring vlogs ❤

[@sugreev2001]

Great choice of songs. Wish you’d list all of them in the description. Can’t keep using Shazam all the time 😆

[@NinaLon]

Hi Sam! I’m curious how much is it to get your nails done in Korea? You always have such pretty nails.

[@movecheung8973]

Welcome to hong kong😊

[@suettsui3934]

Thank you.

[@thisistotallyfine]

Didn't realize Vic is 6 feet?!🧐

[@SamandVictor]

Haha yea I’m 183 cm 😂

[@xiabingchen6373]

It's crazy how optical illusion can fool us, coz you look 175 cm 😮

[@Beabibiche07]

Hello 😊! Super vlog, i love your HK moments 👍. And for your trip in France (south) i'm so proud, come on 😉. 🥰😘🇨🇵

[@SamandVictor]

Oh please give me some tips so I can plan!

[@Beabibiche07]

@@SamandVictor ok ! it's so big, and depend the season... but i know your preference. Aix en provence (old and beautiful town, and cute coffee and shop), Mucem in Marseille and the view in la basilique notre dame. "Les calanques" (la ciotat) to walk and swim). Lavender fields in "plateau de valensole", and "gorges du verdon to walk". After you can go to Nice, Cannes (like an actor)...a very nice trip ! (Sorry whith my english...i don't speak or write fluently 😱). 😘

[@thurawai594]

Love you guys 💖 from Myanmar 🇲🇲

[@boomblo]

Where did you guys get your lounge chairs? Very cool

[@ajjyada]

Can I shout out that your music choice in this video is superp.❤

[@SamandVictor]

Ah thank you!!

[@KittyPistachio]

Sam I think you have a nice fashion taste!

[@Ming-lw1tt]

where you get your glass for home coffee? thanks!

[@southbeach74]

Love the black midi dress! Where is it from?

[@SamandVictor]

It’s from cos!

[@mmmbers]

Not leaving Vic hanging with that fist bump 😂

[@Khfdbnimmuvh]

Vic looks better with his old hairstyle !

[@beawpai7171]

I always travel to hongkong to chill with coffee.... btw invite you to Thailand ❤

[@SamandVictor]

Yes I wanna go to Thailand too but maybe not during rainy season!

[@nondumisoshange5117]

Still waiting on that apartment tour😮

[@KarenMarielle]

Hello guys! I'm planning on going to HK in a few months, would you recommend your fav hiking trails? 💪🏻 thank you

[@SamandVictor]

Violet hill is nice and if you want a challenge you can continue up twin peaks

[@KarenMarielle]

@@SamandVictor Thank you! been watching you guys like crazyyyyyy! I appreciate the art that you put into your videos 🤍🫶🏻

[@jeffwatchuwan]

Can you guys share where u get your “sofa/cushion” seats? Thanks!

[@SamandVictor]

The single one is from Ligne roset and the white sofa is from Rove concepts!

[@victoriashulman3680]

how much coffee do you drink a day? do you sleep well after so many cups?

[@SamandVictor]

2 cups!

[@begeekie]

15:27 link here 😜

[@larra8160]

what is the usual weather in hong kong around mid september?is it still hot?

[@SamandVictor]

Yup it’s hot! It’s basically summer still

[@emejiac76]

Hey what is Vic’s side bag brand (the green one)! Thx

[@SamandVictor]

Uniqlo!

[@emejiac76]

@@SamandVictormany thanks! And very nice the videos!!!

[@snowcountry322]

Wow Hak Dei !

[@vickycheung35]

💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@SamandVictor]

Cheers, Vicky! Good seeing you again 🎉

[@alexli9743]

We're in HK now, looking for the Black & White mug, wondering if you know where we can buy it. We're staying in the Sai Ying Pun area Thx

[@SamandVictor]

Shanghai st in yau ma tei has loads of kitchen supply shops

[@tsneei]

Have you guys ever consider visit Malaysia? hihi

[@maggiema5948]

That’s how hk bourgeois dream life in hk 🤩

[@snowcountry322]

Do you think Fonji Cafe is ok for a first date? Meeting a Chinese girl for the first time this weekend.. Any recommendations for a cafe in Mongtok? 🙏 thanx.

[@SamandVictor]

Yes I think so! We were just telling a friend he can bring a date there- there’s also a ton of cafes around that area as backup if anything goes wrong (just double check their Ig for updates tho)

[@chanfi111]

Just curious - how come u guys got the xt4 and not the new xt5? And which lens did u pair it with?

[@SamandVictor]

Mainly cuz the xt4 has the flip screen and is more tailored for vlogging while the xt5 is more for photographers (I feel) and I’m using this camera more for video than photo :)

[@chanfi111]

@@SamandVictor thanks for your reply :)

[@andyyang4872]

should have said hi when I saw you guys in MK, was not quite sure if it was you guys, but now I am damn sure hahaha

[@SamandVictor]

oh where at? sim city?

[@andyyang4872]

around hak dei store!!@@SamandVictor

[@crazybotches236]

Lots of “Netflix” late at night lolol was I the only one know noticed that😂

[@E1emenohpee]

Vic, you be in the gym too or naw? Homegirl is consistent. She ain't gon' leave yo ass, but still.

[@SamandVictor]

I guess it’s time to find a trainer 😂

[@E1emenohpee]

@@SamandVictor Just jokes 😎 I've been out the gym for a decade, so I'm really not one to judge. Have a great week you guys!

[@snowcountry322]

Vic where can I see your pics?

[@SamandVictor]

You can follow him here instagram.com/@veeceecheng !

[@snowcountry322]

@@SamandVictorthanks!