Shenzhen Food & Drink Gossip: February 2020

The Scandalous Scoop is a regular feature where our editors share the latest food and drink gossip making the rounds in Shenzhen.

We’re digging: 

The fun NYE countdown filled with hors d’oeuvres and live music at wann lounge*; 

Image via That’s

the grand reopening of the newly renovated NYPD Pizza* at Central Walk in Futian; 

Image courtesy of NYPD Pizza

the largest KFC in China* opening in Shenzhen; 

Image via @食探/WeChat

and a new pig cafe called 猪廊咖啡馆 (Zhulang Kafei Guan)* opening in Luohu.

Image via @吃喝玩乐在深圳/WeChat

We’re done with:

Coronavirus’ impact on the F&B scene;

Image via Logan R. Brouse

Real Kung Fu, after Bruce Lee’s daughter, Sharon Lee, launched legal action against the restaurant chain last month for using the likeness of her father without permission or payment; 

Image via Entertainment Theory Studio h/t China.org.cn

and Lay’s spicy crayfish flavored chips, which are a major letdown if you consider yourself a fan of xiaolongxia.

Image via That’s

*Store operating hours may be reduced or closed until further notice due to the coronavirus outbreak. Please call the store to double check status. 

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