It’s not just flair and fire anymore—today’s bartending elite are being tested on precision, speed, creativity, and composure. And come October 2025, five of Southeast Asia’s finest will head to Tokyo for the first-ever regional finalsof the Monkey Shoulder Ultimate Bartender Championship (UBC). More than a cocktail competition, UBC 2025 is about spotlighting what Monkey...
Singapore’s luxury bar scene has a new headliner. The newly reopened St. Regis Bar Singapore is a sensorial tribute to the early 20th-century spirit of Manhattan—now viewed through a modern, multicultural lens. Located within the five-star St. Regis Singapore at 29 Tanglin Road, this revamped space is more than a hotel bar; it’s a destination...
If you’re looking for a cosy spot in the city to kickstart your day with good food before soaking in world-class art, the newly opened Bakery Brera café at National Gallery Singapore is a worthy stop. This homegrown artisanal bakery has long been a hidden gem at Empress Market, and now it’s bringing its French-inspired...
Step into a time machine—cocktail in hand—as Las Palmas at Courtyard by Marriott Singapore Novena launches its brand-new Cocktail Volume 2.0 menu. Perched on the 33rd floor, this rooftop bar continues to channel the sun-drenched glamour of 1960s Palm Springs, drawing inspiration from the pop culture icons, cinematic legends, and colourful art movements of the...
This October, Lobster Bar & Grill at Island Shangri-La Hong Kong is set to become the stage for two unforgettable guest shifts, celebrating the arrival of The World’s 50 Best Bars Awards in the city. Bar Manager Elmo Li will welcome Guangzhou’s acclaimed Hope & Sesame on 7 October, followed by Barcelona’s world-renowned Paradiso on...
Bulgogi Syo, famous for its dramatic three-step grilling ritual — sear, torch, and flambé — is turning up the heat with an exclusive collaboration with celebrity chef Choi Hyun-seok. Best known for his bold creativity on shows like Culinary Class Wars and as founder of Choidot, Chef Choi brings his storytelling through food to Bulgogi...
Hao Food SG, the official distributor of White Rabbit products in Singapore and Southeast Asia, is bringing a nostalgic yet fresh lineup this Mid-Autumn Festival. Known for transforming the beloved childhood candy into a lifestyle brand, Hao Food SG has unveiled new mooncakes, halal-certified ice creams, exclusive merchandise, and even beauty products for fans to...
Singapore will once again steep itself in the rich traditions of Japanese tea culture as the Japan Tea Festival returns on 10 October 2025 at the Jubilee Ballroom, Four Points Hotel. Organised by the Japan Tea Industry Association with the support of JETRO and JFOODO, this one-day festival will bring together over 15 tea-producing regions...
Yong Fu Hong Kong, the city’s acclaimed MICHELIN-starred Ningbo fine-dining restaurant, is welcoming the new season with two exceptional autumn menus: a 10-course Autumn Set Lunch Menu (HK$498 + 10% per guest) available from 15 September, and an all-new Autumn Set Dinner Menu (HK$1,398 + 10% per guest) launching in October . Both menus are...
Po Singapore at The Warehouse Hotel is entering a new chapter, deepening its ties to Singapore’s Nanyang heritage while continuing to evolve as a destination for modern dining. With a refreshed concept, interiors, and menus, the restaurant embraces the flavours, culture, and history that define the region’s culinary identity. Executive Chef Desmond Yong leads the charge...