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“For one person, the food may be everything; for another the wine list or the atmosphere may play a more important role.” — William Reed

Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026: Hope & Sesame Takes No.1 as China’s Cocktail Scene Blooms

Nicholas Ng

The 2026 edition of Asia’s 50 Best Bars awards was held at Wynn Palace Macau on 28 July 2026, with Hope & Sesame in Guangzhou claiming the No.1 spot and the title of The Best Bar in Asia, sponsored by Perrier. The ranking honoured 50 bars across 22 cities, with 14 new entries and two re-entries, a lineup that confirmed Mainland China’s arrival as a serious force in Asian cocktail culture, while Bangkok held firm as the region’s most densely represented city. Continue reading →

The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025: Rosewood Hong Kong Tops the World

Guest Writer

The third annual World’s 50 Best Hotels, unveiled at Old Billingsgate in London, celebrates exceptional hospitality from 22 destinations across six continents. Rosewood Hong Kong takes the coveted No.1 position, marking Asia’s continued dominance and reaffirming Hong Kong as a world capital for luxury travel. The 2025 list underscores a global appetite for refined design, sustainability, and deeply personalised experiences. Continue reading →

The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025: A Roman Lion Rules in Hong Kong

Guest Writer

For the first time in the history of The World’s 50 Best Bars, Asia has claimed the crown. Bar Leone in Hong Kong has been named The World’s Best Bar 2025, sponsored by Perrier. This milestone moment was announced during the 17th edition of the awards, held in Hong Kong for the first time. The accolade marks an extraordinary triumph for the city and the wider Asian bar community, recognising Lorenzo Antinori’s cocktail vision rooted in Italian hospitality and Roman soul. Continue reading →

Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025: What The New Entrants Reveal About The Future of Cocktail Culture

Nicholas Ng
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The 2025 edition of Asia’s 50 Best Bars awards was held at Wynn Palace Macau on 15 July 2025, with Bar Leone from Hong Kong securing the first place for the second consecutive year. This prestigious gathering of Asia’s top bartenders and industry leaders celebrated innovation, creativity, and community across 20 cities, with 20 new bars joining the list. We’ve also listed the current bars’ highest rankings ever in the history of Asia’s 50 Best Bars. Continue reading →

Asia’s 50 Best Bars Lands In Macau This July

Nicholas Ng

Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace will host the tenth edition of Asia’s 50 Best Bars from 11 to 19 July 2025. In the lead-up to the main awards night on 15 July, both resorts will present a full week of cocktail-fuelled events, featuring over 25 guest shifts, bar takeovers, chef collaborations, and exclusive pairing dinners. This marks the first time the prestigious awards are held in Macao, further cementing the city’s growing reputation as a cocktail and culinary destination. Continue reading →

Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025: Gaggan Reclaims The Crown

Nicholas Ng
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The 13th edition of the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards took place in Seoul, South Korea on 25th March 2025 at the Grand Hyatt Seoul. The ceremony crowned Gaggan in Bangkok as Asia’s Best Restaurant, celebrating a triumphant return to the top. This year’s list features 16 cities and introduces seven new entries into the top 50. Continue reading →

The World’s 50 Best Bars 2024: Handshake Speakeasy Crowned

Nicholas Ng
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For the first time in the history of the World’s 50 Best Bars, a bar from Mexico has ascended to the pinnacle of the global cocktail scene, claiming the coveted top spot. This monumental achievement was announced during the prestigious annual awards ceremony which this year took place in the vibrant city of Madrid, Spain. Amidst fierce competition, Handshake Speakeasy, located in the heart of Mexico City, was crowned The World’s Best Bar for 2024, marking a historic moment not only for the venue but also for the Mexican bar industry. Continue reading →

The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024: Capella Bangkok Shines Brightest

Nicholas Ng
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The second annual World’s 50 Best Hotels, announced at London’s Guildhall, recognises top hotels from 37 destinations across six continents. Capella Bangkok in Thailand took the No.1 spot, praised for its balance of luxury and intimacy. This list reflects the changing preferences of global travellers, who now look for a mix of exclusivity, personalised service, and comfort. Continue reading →

Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024: Bar Leone Roars At The Top

Nicholas Ng

The 2024 edition of Asia’s 50 Best Bars awards was held at the Rosewood Hong Kong on 16th July 2024, with Bar Leone from Hong Kong securing the first place. This prestigious event celebrated the finest in the Asian bar scene, showcasing a diverse range of talents across 18 destinations in the region, with some of the highest we’ve seen from Malaysia and Indonesia. Continue reading →

The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024: Disfrutar In First Place

Nicholas Ng
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The 2024 edition of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants awards was held in Las Vegas, USA, on 5th June 2024 at the Wynn Las Vegas, with Disfrutar from Barcelona taking the top spot. This prestigious event celebrated the finest in global gastronomy, highlighting a diverse range of culinary talents from across 26 territories on five continents. Continue reading →