“Work is the curse of the drinking classes.” — Oscar Wilde
For the first time in the history of the World’s 50 Best Bars, the awards was held outside of Europe in Asia, with Singapore hosting the auspicious ceremony at the Pasir Panjang Power Station. It was here that Sips in Barcelona was announced to take the top spot. Continue reading
The bar scene in Malaysia is one of the quickest growing in Asia, with Penang Cocktail Week set to debut on the 20th October running until the 29th October for 10 days with a lineup of international guest shifts, masterclasses and competitions and parties, hosted by 10 bars across Georgetown. Here’s the complete lineup and what you need to know. Continue reading
James Won is a Krug Ambassade, one of the few who have been chosen globally to showcase the complexity and uniqueness of the Krug champagnes. Currently housed at Shin’Labo, his flagship “transcendental dining”, we speak to him to find out how he has approached this year’s Krug selected ingredient… the lemon. Continue reading
We recently had a chat with the highly charismatic Remy Savage at a masterclass at Bar Trigona, expounding his unique vision of melding art, philosophy, and mixology. A champion of progressive attitudes, he pushes the envelope blurring the lines between art and lived in experiences, going so far as creating menus that make you think, even letting it be dictated by the wisdom of crowds. Here’s our candid conversation. Continue reading
Erika Danielle of Cat Bite Club was crowned the regional champion of the Nikka Perfect Serve for Singapore & Malaysia making her the first contestant from the region to win the prestigious title. The event hosted at Sugarhall by La Maison Du Whisky saw 10 contestants picked from various entries with 5 bartenders from Malaysia and 5 from Singapore selected. Continue reading
This year’s Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023 is significant for the city of Hong Kong, which not only makes its debut in the bustling city but is home to three-time Best Bar in Asia COA. The city saw the bar industry from across Asia gather at the Rosewood in celebration. Here’s the run down. Continue reading
Sake is one of the fastest growing category which is considered a brewed alcohol, and unlike beer, spirits or wine, sake doesn’t go through distillation. We speak to Malaysia’s first Master Sake Sommelier, Danny Leong, to find out more about everything you’ve always wanted to know about sakes. Continue reading
The recent Where The Senses Feast Food And Wine Festival saw a number of big names from across the region showcasing some of the best offerings in the culinary world, including Chef Ton of Le Du Bangkok and Tetsuya Wakuda of WakuGhin. In addition to that we will explore some of the many facets of dining and drink at Marina Bay Sands. Continue reading
The Chamber, purveyors of fine spirits, is one of the latest unique offering at Starhill Bukit Bintang, luxurious chambers for you to taste spirits before you buy them, but also private rooms and a mobile bar. While many may think that a place like that would be severely out of reach, the wide range of offerings at The Chamber is really, very affordable. We speak to Justin Lim, one of the Co-Founders to find out more. Continue reading
Triptyk is the latest offering in the numerous bars and restaurants popping up around town, and with this project, it really is a three in one. The new offering in the chic neighbourhood of Kampung Attap sees legendary bartender Angel Ng heading the Triptyk Bar, with the restaurant Corridor being led by the people who brought to you Back Alley Pasta. We speak to Angel Ng of Triptyk, and Alfred and Jay of Corridor Grill & Tapas to find out more. Continue reading