Winter in the City Calls for Warmth (and a Little Cute)｜Omomo Beans × Camel, Peak Weekend Market, Central Christmas Market

December lights switch on across the city. What makes this season special isn’t the crowds—it’s the feeling that someone kept the warmth for you: a thermos of hot tea, a sip of soothing soup, a gift that makes you smile. This guide brings together three things you won’t want to miss: how to shop the Omomo Beans × Camel collab, and why the Central Christmas Market with LoveXpress・TEP is worth your time.

Omomo Beans × Camel: Turn “slow down” into an everyday gift

Omomo Beans (毛毛豆) is created by Hong Kong nurse Cynthia. After long shifts and fast-paced days, she wanted to hit life’s “slow” button—so she turned those tired, lazy, honest feelings into a round, slightly dozy little bean. It looks laid-back, but it’s real—just like our daily selves.

This collab places the gentle charm of Omomo Beans onto Camel’s timeless, practical gear:

  • FLOW 53 (530 mL): rock-solid for commute and desk; rotate coffee → herbal tea → lemon water with minimal carry-over and easy cleaning.
  • MINI 20 (200 mL): tiny and sip-friendly; perfect for warm ginger tea, espresso, or tonics in small rounds.
  • POLAR 100 (1 L): family days, picnics, camping—open it and everyone shares the warmth.

It isn’t a “souvenir.” It’s something you’ll actually use—an honest tool that carries a quiet message: you’ve done well today; it’s okay to slow down.

Shop the collab (official store):
https://madebycamel.hk/products/%E7%B6%B2%E8%B3%BC-omomo

Central “Christmas Market”: Good gifts, meaningful impact

This year, we’ll set up a seasonal stall at the “Christmas Market” in Statue Square Gardens, Central (presented by Hongkong Land with HKTB). We’re bringing Camel × TEP collaborative pieces and thoughtful gift ideas that are practical—and purposeful.

Opening hours:
 12/18–19｜4:00–8:00 pm
 12/20–21｜12:00–10:00 pm
 Location : Statue Square Gardens (South/North), Central｜MTR Central Exit K

What is LoveXpress・TEP?

LoveXpress《愛・傳遞》 (Charity Reg. No. 91/13813) was founded by Kitty Poon in 2015 to support autistic individuals and their families—spanning therapy, parent networks, and youth employment pathways.

 —LEX CENTRE – professional training for diagnosed children + holistic family support.
 — TEP (The Edible Projects) – vocational training and real-world internships inside social enterprises, building soft and hard skills with job matching.
 — Green Skies – sustainability-minded training that broadens employment options.

A portion of proceeds from Camel × TEP goes to LoveXpress/TEP—so your daily gear also becomes a concrete way to help autistic youth step into workplaces and communities with confidence.

Collaborating Artist｜Alvin Li (李子舜)

Alvin draws from Hong Kong’s landscapes and local culture—work that’s vivid in color and lively in form. Childhood wasn’t easy: challenges with language and spatial understanding meant that at eight, he still couldn’t distinguish colors or write. Under mentor Mr. Wong Hok Tin, years of practice helped him develop a personal visual voice. Highlights include:

  • 2017 International Year of Sustainable Tourism—Hong Kong Design Competition (First Prize)
  • 2018 Arts with the Disabled—Youth Group (Bronze)
  • 2019 Belarus “In My Homeland” Laureate Diploma & ET Net Inclusive Art Award (Excellence)
  • 2020 Hong Kong Visual Arts Youth Painting Competition (Open Group, 2nd)
  • 2022 Arts with the Disabled—Youth Group (Most Creative)

For this collab, Alvin brings festive joy and a distinctly Hong Kong feel into pieces you can actually use every day.

Gift list (quick picks)

  • For coworkers: FLOW 53 — morning coffee to afternoon tea in one trusty bottle.
  • For friends who feel the cold: MINI 20 — warm ginger tea or clear broth, little sips that truly help.
  • For families & outdoors: POLAR 100 — 1 L capacity for picnics, playdates, and longer days out.
  • Prefer to shop online first? The Omomo Beans × Camel collab is here:
    https://madebycamel.hk/products/%E7%B6%B2%E8%B3%BC-omomo
  • Looking for a meaningful gift: Camel × TEP Limited Collaboration — created with local youth artists; a portion of proceeds supports LoveXpress/TEP to empower autistic/SEN youth through training and employment (available during the Christmas market dates).

Bring home something cute and truly useful. Keep the warmth, slow the pace—and let the people you care about feel it, every single day.

 

 

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