The South Island Cultural District (SICD) galleries and artist studios will open their doors as part of Art Basel HK and Art Central VIP Programs. Savour BlackBookAsia is glad to partner SICD in the 2019 program line up of specially curated art and related world class events. Following the highly successful South Island Art Days over the past 5 years, the SICD is expecting over 2000 local and international art lovers to attend the event held in “Hong Kong’s New […]
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The Pottinger Hong Kong Celebrates 5th Anniversary with “Steps Through Time” Old Photo Exhibition
To commemorate its 5th anniversary on the historical steps of Central,The Pottinger Hong Kong opens door to an old photo exhibition titled “Steps Through Time” from 21 March to 5 May, 2019. The showcase of over 30 original rare prints of Hong Kong spanning years 1870 – 1925 takes visitors on a journey through history, and to discover the legacy of heritage preserved til this day in the city centre. Riding on Hong Kong’s art month, and adopting a historical […]
Vik Muniz X Ruinart Collaboration In The Ruinart Lounge At Art Basel Hong Kong.
Founded in 1729, Ruinart is the first established champagne house, and has always fostered a special relationship with the art world. On the cusp of this year’s edition of Art Basel in Hong Kong, Ruinart reveals its collaboration with artist Vik Muniz in the Ruinart Lounge of the fair in 2019 marks Ruinart’s eighth year of partnership with Art Basel as Global Champagne Partner. Vik Muniz –The Collaboration Famed Brazilian contemporary photographer and mix-media artist Vik Muniz is best known […]
Goethe-Institut Hong Kong Exhibition Carsten Nicolai: Fades Stills
On the occasion of Art Basel Hong Kong, the Goethe-Institut presents a selection of shots from the source movie of fades by Carsten Nicolai. fades is a video installation designed for a specific room setting. The video incorporates and shows light determined gradients based on linear and logarithmic wave modulations that move in dynamic patterns hence creating a variety of shapes and structures. These visual patterns are also transferred in a synchronized soundtrack of white noise as high frequency sounds and […]
Liang Yi Museum Presents Chrysanthemum and Dragon Supported by Consulate-General of Japan in Hong Kong
Chrysanthemum and Dragon, one of the largest exhibitions to explore the shared decorative traditions of China and Japan presented by Liang Yi Museum. Featuring over 180 Japanese objects, including the debut of the museum’s newly acquired Japanese collections of yatate and kiseru from the Edo (1603–1868) to Showa period (1926–89), in addition to over 50 objects from the museum’s classical Ming and Qing dynasties furniture collection, the show also provides viewers with a chance to explore the underlying Sino-Nippon cultural exchanges […]
Malis Phnom Penh, Cambodia
A perfect marriage of past & present Khmer cuisine served on a plate. Undeniably the most reputable restaurant in Phnom Penh city, Malis sets a high benchmark in the gastronomy scene which others find hard to beat. Helmed by the only Master chef of Cambodia, Chef Luu Meng, the establishment sets beautifully in a tranquil courtyard with flowing fish pond, greeneries & intricate architecture. Malis is ambitious yet stays grounded to the Cambodian heritage, aiming to revive the evanescing Khmer […]
Khéma La Poste Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Delectable French-inspired delicatessen restaurant which purveys an unpretentious, casual dining experience in the heart of Phnom Penh City. Another proud product of Cambodia’s finest hospitality group, Thalias, Khema La Poste takes over a colonial building which dates back to the 1890s. The quaint neighborhood exudes understated elegance yet adjacent to the main vivacious street and close proximity to Tonle Sap river. Interior-wise, brick walls are left unfinished intentionally with marble tables and hardwood flooring, the perfect interpretation of a modern-day […]
Royal Plaza on Scotts (Lifestyle Member, Preferred Hotels & Resorts), Singapore
Tucked next to the crossroad of Orchard Road, Royal Plaza on Scotts has undeniably the most ideal location, with a short 3-minute walk to Orchard MRT station and shopping heaven of Singapore. The majestic property has served almost half a century yet shows no sign of aging due to its recent renovation providing the most up-to-date products. A great meeting place in the heart of Singapore’s leisure district. The vast, luminous lobby exudes grace with neutral marble finishing and a […]
Madame Fan, JW Marriott South Beach Singapore
The fast becoming popular Chinese restaurant Madame Fan, offers you a refined taste of China complemented by sophisticated interior décor. Housed in The NCO Club, a charming post war building that has been carefully conserved by the Singapore government and restored to its former glory making it the spot to be at for wining and dining. With culinary maestro Alan Yau and Chef Mike at the helm, the experienced and talented kitchen and service team delights and surprises diners with […]
Barracuda, Singapore
Hidden just a little off from the parallel rows of Korean barbecue restaurants, Chinese eateries, Japanese speciality joints, bars and clubs that line Tanjong Pagar, the newly-opened Barracuda Restaurant along Craig Road offers itself as a sanctuary away from rowdiness and loud music. With made-to-order speciality cocktails and a menu with a distinct cross-regional signature, the beautifully-decorated 30-seater restaurant appeals to all the senses. Although new to Singapore’s restaurant scene, Barracuda is no fledgling when it comes to hospitality and […]