Hong Kong has long reigned as Asia’s gastronomic capital. What lies beneath the metropolis, replete with towering skyscrapers and a backdrop of majestic peaks, is a culinary sojourn that isn’t quite like anything else in the world. From revered estab

Picture idyllic nature on a secluded Bali beach, as you wine and dine with magnificent vistas of the sparkling Indian ocean, a refreshing glass of wine in hand and sumptuous feast laid before you. If this sounds like your idea of a perfectly indulgen

Crafted by Peter Zwiener is a New York-style all-day dining spot at South Beach that focuses on farm fresh ingredients. Committed to uncompromising quality, the sister outlet to Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Singapore sources only the finest 100% USDA Prime

Takahashi aims to be an oasis of tranquillity that presents an exceptional fine dining omakase experience in Singapore. Located at 4 Mohamed Sultan Road, this is the first international outpost of Chef Jun Takahashi of Sushi Takahashi in Ginza Tokyo.

Shishi-Iwa House (SSH), which is nestled in a nature sanctuary in Karuizawa, Japan, brought together six top chefs for a private culinary retreat last fall. The objective? To gain some inspiration and explore their creativity in this tranquil, design

Steph Dutton took on the role of Penfolds senior winemaker after being with the Australian wine producer for 10 years. She joined Penfolds in 2007 whilst completing her Masters of Oenology. Today her winemaking responsibilities span between South Aus

It’s not a secret that Chef ThiTid (Ton) Tassanakajohn and Dej Kewkacha from Bangkok alongside Han Liguang and Jason Tan from Singapore share a solid camaraderie, extending beyond the confines of the kitchen. Among the many culinary collaborations th

Perth is known for its natural beauty, blue skies, pristine beaches and glowing sunsets. Thanks to its Mediterranean climate, the destination is perfect for visits all year round. It’s of course incredibly accessible from Singapore too. The city has

Restaurants around Tokyo have continued to heighten their dining experiences like never before. They don’t even have to try too hard as any gourmand will agree that the dining scene is nothing short of spectacular. Yes, there are scores of amazing Ja

It’s hard not to be awed when you first lay eyes on the “Grand Dame of Angkor”, the fond moniker given to the Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor. Tucked in the heart of Siem Reap — just minutes away from Angkor Wat — the historic hotel’s opulent French col

Koh Samui is the place to be if you’ve had enough of over-crowded beaches and polluted waters. Thailand’s second largest island is undoubtedly popular, but tourist and flight arrivals are considerably well managed. To really get away for a luxe retre

When chef-owner Sun Kim established Meta on Keong Saik Road in 2015, few knew what to expect from his innovative concept. Today he stands as a pioneer in modern Korean cuisine in Singapore. He’s nurtured a brigade of chefs who have ventured out to se

There are plenty of casual Korean eateries concentrated in the Tanjong Pagar area in Singapore. But now there appears to be new wave of elevated dining concepts – thanks to new Korean American steakhouse COTE at Como Hotel and upcoming modern Korean

South Korea may have Cha Eun Woo and BTS, but even these K-drama and pop idols would admit there’s an even bigger star than them, at least when it comes to food. Say “annyeong” to hanwoo, the prized Korean beef which is fast gaining popularity among

When Louis Vuitton launched Le Chocolat Maxime Frédéric at their store in Marina Bay Sands Singapore in February, there were long queues waiting to get their hands on the fine treats flown in from Paris. This Singapore store marks the debut of the ch

Atria on the 80th floor The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne commands expansive views stretching from the Dandenong Ranges to Port Phillip Bay. The latter, aside from being one of Victoria’s oldest professional fisheries (its history dates back over 170 years)

Born and bred in the Cognac region in southwestern France, Patrick Leger’s family has always been involved in the cognac industry in a variety of ways for generations. Patrick joined the Campari group in 2020 as master blender and director of operati

The menu at The Backdrop (a small hidden bar at VOCO Hotel) is dedicated to the extraction of botanicals, and showcases the techniques discovered and perfected from the 1800s until today. Visionary mixologist-owner Dario Knox recently unveiled a grou

Chaozhou cuisine, or also known as Teochew cuisine, is the heartbeat of CH’AO, a modern Chinese restaurant in the newly opened Conrad Shenzhen. Led by executive chef Owen Ou, the establishment showcases the produce-focused techniques of Teochew cooki

You might say that Chef 'Vijay' Vijayakant Shanmugam was fortunate. Waiting for him at the end of a nearly 30-hour flight was some serious jet lag — but also a world of cuisine that was bold, lively and deeply satisfying, the perfect antidote to any

Established in 1953 in Kyoto, this is the first authentic Japanese-style butchery in Singapore, specialising in all cuts of Japanese beef. They carefully select from more than 10,000 wagyu per year from farmers in Hokkaido in the north all the way to

Asia’s Best French Wine Sommelier Contest, hosted by the French Ministry of Agriculture, is an annual event celebrated by sommeliers and wine industry players across the region. The Singapore finale was held on 4 September at Sofitel Singapore City C

Do you remember the community hubs that were oldschool provision shops, whose kindly owners always knew just what you needed and liked? Or a time when families and their favourite wet market stalls supported each other faithfully for generations? Bac

Good food and drink, genuine human connections, immersive travel and cultural experiences: these are the things that make life worth living. Travel by sea ticks all these boxes. There’s a certain romanticism that comes with ocean voyages: of warm, ba

On sweltering days, the only thing you can think of is an icy cold treat. Gelatos, soft serves and fizzy iced drinks are all the rage now. But a bowl of traditional ice kacang or chendol is just as satisfying. In the 1920s, local street food vendors