Author: Stacey Marcelo
The Peninsula Hong Kong Is Turning Into a Real-Life Chocolate Factory This November
The Peninsula Hong Kong is giving guests the golden-ticket treatment this November. As the official hotel partner of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in Hong Kong, The Peninsula is rolling out a series of Wonka-inspired experiences that bring Roald Dahl’s fantastical world to life. The star attraction is Felix’s themed afternoon tea. Guests can tuck…
Clockenflap 2026 Lineup Revealed: Hayley Williams, Keshi, Slowdive and More
Clockenflap is back, and its first wave lineup is already shaping up to be one of the festival’s strongest in years. Returning to Hong Kong’s Central Harbourfront from December 4 to 6, the city’s biggest music and arts festival will welcome a genre-spanning roster led by Paramore frontwoman turned solo powerhouse Hayley Williams and alt-R&B…
Burnt Out? These Asian Wellness Retreats Offer a Much-Needed Reset
From oceanfront breathwork sessions and nature-immersed eco lodges to holistic healing programmes and island retreats, these wellness escapes are designed to help you switch off, recharge and return home feeling renewed. Namia River Retreat, Hoi An, Vietnam If your love language is quality time, Namia River Retreat’s Quiet Romance retreat might be the most tempting…
Best Things to Do in Hong Kong This October
Whether you’re in the mood for fireworks, free-flow drinks, Champagne-fueled dinners, or a wellness reset, Hong Kong’s October lineup has something for everyone. Here are the events to know this month. National Day Fireworks at Harbour City Skip the crowds and catch one of Hong Kong’s biggest National Day celebrations from the harborfront. On October…
Wan Chai’s New Fragrance Hotspot: Inside THE BLOMSTRE’s Sensory Studio
THE BLOMSTRE brings a fresh dose of calm to Wan Chai with its new immersive boutique in Hopewell Mall. The new space isn’t your typical fragrance shop – it’s a full-blown scent studio where you can blend your own oils, pour your own soy wax candle, and walk out with a roll-on fragrance that’s literally…
Hong Kong Eats: Four New Desserts to Try This Month
Hong Kong’s dessert scene gets four new reasons to indulge this month. Lady M’s Banoffee Pie Lady M puts its own spin on Banoffee Pie, one of Britain’s most beloved afternoon tea classics. The dessert layers banana cream, chocolate sponge, bananas and caramel sauce on a deep-roasted crust. The top is finished with piped banana…
Bangkok’s Best New Hotels: Top Places to Stay This Year
Bangkok keeps raising the bar, and its newest hotels prove why staying in the Thai capital is always a good idea. From splashy debuts to design‑driven boutique arrivals, these fresh openings bring new energy, new neighborhoods, and new reasons to check in. If you’re wondering where to stay in Bangkok right now, these standout hotels…
Hong Kong Island’s Highest Rooftop Bar Is Back – Here’s What’s New at Cardinal Point
Cardinal Point, the highest rooftop bar on Hong Kong island, is back. After a three-year run of packed parties and sky-high soirées, the iconic venue reopens this month with a full-on makeover, and it’s looking better than ever. The space has been fully redesigned around a palette of dusky amber, peach, and rose light, reflecting…
Your Guide to Eco-Conscious Beverages in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s F&B scene is undergoing a refreshing transformation. A new generation of local beverage brands is proving that great taste doesn’t have to come at the planet’s expense. From upcycled bread beers to raw kombuchas and luxury sparkling teas, these six beverage brands are rewriting the rules of what’s in your glass – and…
Hoi An Wellness Retreat: Four Seasons The Nam Hai Launches Return to Balance Stay Package
Hong Kongers know a thing or two about burnout. We’re experts at go-go-go and at squeezing productivity out of every waking hour. So when we talk about wellness escapes, we’re not looking for more pressure. We’re looking for the opposite. Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai seems to understand this with their Return to Balance…
Hong Kong’s Latest Wagyu Spot: GYU+ Bar by Miyoshi Opens at Lee Garden One
There’s a new reason to head to Causeway Bay this September. GYU+ Bar by Miyoshi officially opens its doors on September 2, bringing the DNA of Kyoto’s Michelin-starred Niku no Takumi Miyoshi to Hong Kong in a more relaxed, contemporary setting. Behind it all is self-taught chef Tsutomu Ito, whose obsession with beef goes beyond…
YuSang Debuts at LANDMARK with Korean Anju & Sool Dining
YuSang is the newest addition to LANDMARK PRINCE’S curated dining roster, introducing Central to a contemporary Korean restaurant built around anju and sool – the shared plates and drinks that define Korea’s social dining culture. Anju refers to the chilled dishes, seafood, soups and charcoal‑grilled meats designed to be enjoyed with alcohol, while sool covers…
