One characteristic of Hong Kong people is that they like to eat out – something easily confirmed by more than just anecdotal evidence or general observation.
Indeed, a report carried out by market research company Rakuten Insight in February shows that Hong Kong has the highest rate of people dining out or buying meals outside the home, based on feedback from a survey of 12 markets across Asia.
So, suitably attuned to that aspect of everyday life, InvestHK, the government agency responsible for attracting foreign direct investment to Hong Kong, has been instrumental over the years in helping many international restaurants set up and expand their presence in the city.
Ruby Tuesday, the popular American bar-and-grill restaurant chain, is a case in point. Offering diners a selection of premium ribs,…