Tohoku famous for it’s scenic countryside, picturesque mountains, calm lakes, relaxing onsen (hot springs), high quality rice and winter sports among others. Six prefectures in the north of Japan’s largest island, Honshu make up Tohoku namely Akita, Yamagata, Miyagi, Aomori, Iwate and Iwate each with their distinctive attractions at every season of the year. Come take a delightful journey with Savour BlackBookAsia as we bring you highlights of this amazing part of Japan. First stop is Pole Pole Farm located […]
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Robuchon au Dôme, 3 Michelin Stars, Macau
Robuchon au Dôme been making quite the buzz among the most discerning of gourmets from around the world since its opening, adding to the hurrah of Macau’s ever vibrant dining scene. Everything about this place embodies French fine dining in it’s highest form, from its extravagant salon interiors to the painstakingly detailed dishes, as well as the incredibly impressive bread, cheese and dessert trolleys. This 3 Michelin Starred restaurant also boast the most extensive, award winning wine list in Asia […]
Dominique Bouchet Tokyo, 2 Michelin Stars & Relais & Châteaux, Tokyo
Awarded 2 Michelin Stars, Dominique Bouchet Tokyo a member of Relais & Châteaux serves up classic French cuisine with ingredients from Japan and France in the most stylish of settings. Main dining room and private dining options are available at this exquisite venue in the heart of Ginza. The intimate and snazzy ambiance is enhanced with fresh flowers and modern lamps over white table clothes as well as semi translucent shades that allows those sitting near the windows views of […]
Rizu, Singapore
Located in the famed Duxton Hill district, Rizu presents Japanese influenced French cuisine made with the finest and freshest ingredients. With a focus on responsibly sourced produce, the innovative and carefully crafted menu features a mesmerising selection of seasonal dishes creatively prepared by chef/sommelier Hiroshi Watanabe and his experienced culinary team where balance in flavours is key. The cosy restaurant oozes a contemporary ambiance of wood essences and dark walls. Chef’s Omakase and Plant-based Omakase menus with optional wine and […]
Tour d’Argent Tokyo, 1 Michelin Star, Japan
Begin your epicurean journey at Tour d’Argent Tokyo with a fine glass of Tour d’Argent Tokyo 35th anniversary champagne at the elegant welcome lounge with interiors of beautiful portraits on the walls and a sense of high sophistication in the air. Thereafter enjoy viewing historic artifacts on display that tells the story of Tour d’Argent as you walk towards the dazzling main dining hall. On entering, be mesmerized with the gorgeous chandeliers as you are ushered promptly to your table. […]
Samsung Galaxy S9+ x Savour BlackBookAsia
At first glance, Samsung Galaxy S9+ looks almost similar to its successor S8+. However, Samsung has taken in a year of feedbacks and tweaking to perfect what is already considered one of the best smartphone model in the market. S9+ adopts the signature super AMOLED infinity curve screen, offering a wide 6.2-inch saturated, brighter display enhanced with 2,560 x 1,440 pixels. S9+ is built sleek with glass at the rear which benefits wireless charging via charging dock. Visually and by […]
Tapas 26, Singapore
Opened in late April 2017, Tapas 26 is a trendy Spanish tapas restaurant located in the heart of Dempsey Hill. Helmed and led by head Chef Patxi Alvarez, Tapas 26 serves up modern interpretations of classic tapas dishes which are paired well with a fine selection of wines from the best parts of the Iberian Peninsula. Stepping into 70-seater restaurant, guests are immediately captivated by the elegant simplicity and homeliness of the restaurant, with its white walls decorated with warm […]
JR West Japan Railway Company x Savour BlackBookAsia
From the lively metropolis of Osaka, a stroll down Geisha capital of Kyoto or savouring world’s famous Wagyu beef in Kobe are within 15 minutes of seamless locomotion with JR West’s most lucrative route onboard Shinkansen. “The Urban Network” aside, the Kita-Ku, Osaka based rail operator covers most regional lines of the western Honshu. Since founded in 1987, JR West has been expanding gradually to meet demands of daily commuters and city-hoppers. Trains such as the W7 series (W7系 Daburu-nana-kei) […]
Changi Wifi x Savour BlackBookAsia – Changi Recommends (A Subsidiary Of Changi Airport Group)
Having fast internet access seems to be crucial for travellers who seek convenience on where to tour, best restaurants & even stay connected with the loved ones in the foreign land. By some means searching for fluent connectivity can be challenging especially when one makes a journey to the provincial regions. That is when Changi portable wifi rental service comes in handy. Stay linked to the internet even on the go, while on the trains speeding through beautiful Japanese mountains, […]
JR East Japan Railway Company x Savour BlackBookAsia
The train has been the core of all transportation since Japan’s modernisation. Trusted by local Japanese and holiday-goers, Japan Rail is famous for being safe and punctual. Based in Yoyogi, Shibuya, Tokyo, JR East Japan Railway Company is the largest passenger service provider amongst seven Japan Railways group companies since 1987. As one of the most sought after railway company on the globe, JR East Japan Railway Company aims to be a trustworthy source of transportation for all kinds of […]