about the past is unusual for hong kong. hong kong has always been about changing. it's always embraced change. realistically can these businesses be protected? >> simon: it's really difficult to say. but i think that when the government and the hong kong people see more about our own unique culture so many people try their best to fight for that. >> anthony: china cafe in mongkok. what's called a cha chaan teng or tea restaurant serving a particularly bizarro but much loved bit of hong kong history. simon's been coming here for over 40 years and orders his favorite -- fried pork cutlet over rice with tomato sauce. >> simon: oh thank you. wow. this place is very popular in