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US grouping works on Hong Kong’s unique role in world’s top trade relationship.

18 March 2019

This year, the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) celebrates its 50th anniversary in Hong Kong. More

Two new Hong Kong restaurants offer a modern twist on the Chinese eatery, beefing up the city’s reputation as a gourmets’ paradise.

11 March 2019

With stylish décor, beautifully presented plates and contemporary twists on old classics, two newcomers to Hong Kong’s vibrant food scene present a modern interpretation on the Chinese restaurant. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, local food

Pioneering salon gears up for Art Central

This Paris-headquartered gallery was among the first-movers in selecting Hong Kong as an art hub.

04 March 2019

Paris-headquartered Opera Gallery, with 13 exhibition spaces worldwide, was one of the first international galleries to enter Hong Kong in 2004. More

Topics: Hong Kong, art

French confectioner fetes Hong Kong

The pioneering chocolatier and pastry chef, Jean Paul Hevin, is debuting flavours new to connoisseurs in this gourmets’ paradise.

25 February 2019

Renowned for his grand cru chocolates and ganache-filled, duo colour macarons, Jean Paul Hevin’s delicacies have been well received in Asia, particularly Hong Kong and Japan, where he has amassed a devoted following. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, local food

Bringing farm-to-table dining to Hong Kong

Michelin-starred British chef Simon Rogan chose Hong Kong as the first international outpost for his restaurants Aulis and Roganic.

18 February 2019

Simon Rogan’s dedication to locally sourced produce led him to set up a farm in the United Kingdom’s Lake District to supply his restaurant, L’Enclume, where the chef’s farm-to-table philosophy – paired with exquisite plating techniques – earned him two Michelin stars. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, restaurant, local food

Laser-focus Brings Fast Growth

A franchise concentrating on quick, clean haircuts finds many takers in ASEAN countries.

04 February 2019

Focusing intensely on efficient, clean and above all fast service, the Kaizen 10 Minute Haircut franchise chain has grown rapidly from its base in Indonesia to three other countries in Southeast Asia.More

Topics: Health & Beauty, Technology, Indonesia, Myanmar, Innovation and Tech, Belt and Road

Courting the Controversial

The Lehmann Maupin gallery is hosting 'The Beard Pictures', the latest body of work from living sculptures Gilbert & George.

28 January 2019

Commenting on everything from religion and sex to patriotism and race with their graphic, photo-based artworks, “living sculpture” artists Gilbert & George’s newest body of work, The Beard Pictures, sees the duo don symbolic beards made from beer foam, flowers and barbed wire, which are interspersed with imagery of street signs and graffiti. More

Topics: Design Services, Hong Kong, art

Auction House Records Stellar Year

Strong sales in Hong Kong bring a leading art and collectables purveyor its best-ever performance in Asia.

21 January 2019

Led by sales in Hong Kong, auction house Sotheby’s has wrapped up its best year in Asia. More

Topics: Gifts & Premiums, Watches & Clocks, Hong Kong, art, watch

Cocktails on Tap

New cocktail bar Draft Land is the first place to offer cocktails on draft in Hong Kong.

14 January 2019

If you are a cocktail fan but do not enjoy waiting for your drink to be mixed, then a trip to Draft Land is in order. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, beverages

Thai Cuisine Paragon Sets Up in Hong Kong

Chef offering timeless dishes chooses the historic Tai Kwun building for his first restaurant in the city.

07 January 2019

After almost two decades as head chef at Nahm Bangkok, British chef David Thompson opened a new restaurant, Aaharn, inside the Tai Kwun heritage and arts centre in October. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Thailand, Hong Kong, local food, restaurant

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