Alexis Badel hopes Chiu Chow Spirit has what it takes to join the illustrious roll of honour of five-year-olds to have conquered Sunday’s Group Three Celebration Cup (1,400m) at Sha Tin.

Don't be surprised at the use of fish sauce in this recipe - it's a common ingredient in Chiu Chow cuisine. This sauce is also delicious poured over raw shrimp: cut each shrimp down its back and ...