The French Alps isn’t just a haven of picturesque views, spectacular lakes and skiing, but is just as famed for its produce such as wild mushrooms, berries and even the renown alpine cows which produces gruyère-type cheese. From this celebrated region in France comes Executive Chef Fabrice Vulin who imports the very best ingredients, selected seasonally through reliable suppliers and some directly from the farmers themselves ensuring the highest quality for his diners at The Tasting Room, a 2 Michelin […]
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Savelberg, 1 Michelin Star, Bangkok
1 Michelin star Restaurant Savelberg has been awarded the accomplished star for 2 years in a row since Michelin guide came to Bangkok. The gastronomic offering focuses on historic French dishes and is complemented by modern techniques created by the team led by Chef Henk Savelberg. Housed in upscale Oriental Residence, diners will easily fall in love with the sumptuous dishes served here. A crowd favorite for both locals and tourists. Are you looking for the best restaurant in Bangkok […]
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 […]
Laforet Club Ito Onsen, Japan
A mere 2 hours from Tokyo, onsen district of Ito offers the perfect escapade from the bustling metropolitan. A small fishing village in the canton of Shizuoka Prefecture, Ito is renowned for being Japan’s onsen jaunt for the holiday-goers. A stone throws away from JR Ito station, one will discover Laforet Club’s trademark minimalist architecture cradled by lush greenery. Taking steps into the vast and inviting lobby, one will be immediately drawn to the communal sitting area as a centrepiece […]
Kozue, Park Hyatt, Tokyo
Perched on the 40th floor of Park Hyatt Tokyo, Kozue is the hotel’s fine dining Japanese restaurant led by Chef Kenichiro Ooe, who has helmed the role of Chef de cuisine at Kozue since 1994. The menu at the restaurant is designed to give guests a culinary experience ranging from hearty country style Japanese dishes to elevated and innovative Kaiseki cuisine. Kozue is designed in a bold architectural space with floor-to-ceiling windows and large granite slabs which contrast interestingly with […]
The Tavern – Grill & Lounge, Andaz, Tokyo
Located in the tallest hotel skyscraper in the whole of Tokyo on top of Toranomon Hills, The Tavern – Grill & Lounge at Andaz Tokyo specialises in grilled dishes utilising their hardy and very expensive in-house lava stone broiler grill. The restaurant focuses on bringing in high-quality “Snow-Aged” meats from all over Japan and making use of the best local ingredients to bring gourmets on an epicurean food journey that only Andaz Tokyo can. Opened in 2014, the 108-seater restaurant […]