About Sassy

Sassy is the Hong Kong girl’s hub for original lifestyle content and honest opinion that covers this buzzing city top-to-bottom and supports a strong, real-life community of Sassy girls. From our up-to-the minute website to our special events (you won’t want to miss out on our Sassy Hours!), we’ve got life in Hong Kong sussed.

Your first step should be to sign up for our mailing list (don’t worry, Sassy doesn’t spam) to get the inside scoop on fab deals and discounts plus  the hottest invitations. If you’re new to Hong Kong you’ll want to check out Settle In with Sassy, or if you’re a mum, we’ve got you covered too with our sister site, Sassy Mama.

Sassy is all about you, so get involved, be part of the Sassy community and love Hong Kong!

The Sassy Girls

Hi! My name is Maura Thompson. I am originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and I lived in New York City for three years before moving to Hong Kong in May 2008. This is my first experience living abroad and it has been one of the best decisions I ever made (sometimes I wonder if I will ever move back, but please don’t ever tell my mom that!). I am a total city girl and pride myself on being able to navigate the hills of Hong Kong in 5-inch heels. I am quite certain though that I will face plant one day on Pottinger Street and I just hope no one will be around to witness it. I love all things fitness related and I am at my happiest when doing Tree pose on my yoga mat.
Favourite things about Hong Kong: Foot Massages, Being able to easily do a hike, beach trip and city drinks all in one day and the contrast of modern buildings mixed in between old school Chinese streets.


Hello! My name is Hester Aba and I’ve been in Hong Kong since March 2008, when I moved from Switzerland with my husband. I’m originally from Bristol in the UK though sadly I lost my West-Country accent a few years back. My background is in the Design Industry and love all things artsy and creative. I also have a passion for fashion, though as I have a young daughter, Elodie Rose, I’m not so much rocking the high heels these days! I look after the Sassy website and design, in between changing nappies and dreaming about beach vacations…
Favourite thing about Hong Kong: The food, the always-on-the-go energy and the feeling of being so lucky to live in one of the greatest cities in the world!