“Work is the curse of the drinking classes.” — Oscar Wilde
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 caviar martini, a drink that whispers luxury and elegance, is not just a cocktail but an experience that tantalises the senses. Imagine the crisp clarity of premium vodka mingling with the rich, briny essence of caviar. This decadent blend, first crafted in 1925 by Henri de Sauze at La Coupole in Paris, has become a symbol of sophistication in the world of mixology. From the exclusive Connaught Bar in London to the innovative Bar Trigona in Kuala Lumpur, the caviar martini continues to captivate those with a taste for the extraordinary. Dive into the world of this opulent cocktail and discover why it’s a favourite among the elite. Continue reading
Champagne represents the pinnacle of celebratory drinks, embodying luxury, elegance, and centuries of winemaking tradition. For enthusiasts and collectors, choosing the right vintages to drink now or to cellar can be both a delightful and strategic endeavour. This guide explores ten of the best champagnes in the world, highlighting vintages ideal for immediate enjoyment and those perfect for aging. Continue reading
It’s finally here! From 24th to 30th April 2024, Kuala Lumpur will host its inaugural Cocktail Week (KLCW), marking a vibrant celebration of mixology that blends the traditional with the contemporary. This landmark event aims to promote the city’s burgeoning cocktail culture, providing a platform for local and international bartenders to showcase their skills and for enthusiasts to explore the art of cocktail making. Here’s the complete event calendar. Continue reading
Niseko Village, located in Hokkaido, Japan, is celebrated for its blend of culinary excellence, scenic beauty and its powdery champagne snow. Overlooking Mount Yōtei and described as the Aspen of the East, this contemporary luxury winter sports destination offers a meeting of eastern hospitality with western après ski traditions, and what’s interesting is the duality of some of their outlets, like Gogyo, a ramenya by day and izakaya by night, and Chuya, a teahouse in the morning and cocktail bar in the evening. Continue reading
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