2022 Ampersand Estates Pinot Noir recently won Western Australia’s champion wine at the inaugural Top Up Wine Awards.
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If you’re planning a quick stopover between KL and Penang, here are some of the must-visit food spots in Ipoh to check out.
Si Chuan Dou Hua celebrates its 10th anniversary plant-based partnership with Yang Ming Spring, in collaboration with Nishikane from 14 July to 30 September 2025
The perfect blend of rest, recreation, and refined service awaits at Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore.
Tucked within the lush grounds of the Laguna National Golf Resort Club, Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore offers a serene escape where guests can unwind and experience the signature warmth of Thai hospitality, right here in Singapore.
Just 10 minutes from Changi…
Settle in for a slow weekend brunch done right at these restaurants in Singapore.
Discovering fermentation: The quest for flavour across diverse culinary traditions.
The arrival of La Festa Phu Quoc, Curio Collection by Hilton on Vietnam’s picturesque ‘Pearl Island’ brings a sophisticated injection of Mediterranean glamour to the Italian-inspired Sunset Town development.
Whisky makers are now partnering with design and culinary talents to craft immersive experiences that speak to connoisseurs and collectors alike. Some highlights include Johnnie Walker with Balmain’s Olivier Rousteing, and Singleton with Nicolas Rouzaud, master pâtissier from The Connaught, London.
Tokyo’s kissaten offer a slow, nostalgic escape from the modern city—with strong brews, velvet booths, and Showa-era charm in every cup.
Text and photos by CK
Japan’s kissaten are more than just coffee shops; they are cultural artifacts, reflecting the nation’s complex history of Western influence and domestic reinvention. Born in the Meiji era (1868–1912), as…
Phuket has up its game with innovative restaurant concepts that focus on sustainable local ingredients sourced from nearby farms and waters.

